Assistant Director of Racquet Sports

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Racquet Sports supports the Director of Racquet Sports (“Director”) in overseeing all aspects of the tennis program. Responsible for scheduling Tennis Staff Professionals (“Professionals”), and implementing, in collaboration with the Director, Professional performance evaluations, performance improvement plans and corrective actions to improve performance. Recommends disciplinary actions involving suspensions and terminations to the Director who shall give the recommendation substantial weight. Teaches lessons in promoting and assisting in the implementation and expansion of all of the tennis programming, including all adult league play programs. Serves as manager if the Director is not on site.

Duties:

• Organizes and directs club tennis activities, events, exhibitions, tournaments, and lessons.
• Manage the Ladies Tennis league teams (ALTA and USTA), programming and player movement associated with these leagues.
• Thoroughly communicates with all members in the ladies program promoting participation in events, league play, instruction. 
• Plans and directs instructional programs in collaboration with the Director.
• Organizes, administers, and officiates at inter- and intra-club social events.
• Administers and enforces club tennis policies and procedures regarding play on the club courts.
• Works with the Director to develop an annual calendar of tennis activities and creates promotion campaigns for those activities.
• Maintains a close working relationship with Tennis Staff Professionals and actively assists the Director in evaluating staff. 
• Maintains an accurate record of all lessons and clinics given.
• Subject to club approval of cost, represents Ansley in professional tennis and pickleball activities and at state or national tennis events.
• Coordinates with Food & Beverage Director, Chef, Banquet, and Catering Manager to cater food and beverage for tennis events.
• Maintains visible presence around the courts during peak periods of play to insure all club members and guests receive courteous, prompt, and professional attention to all their tennis needs. Provides lessons and clinics for members and guests relating to the techniques and strategies of tennis.
• Attends one away match per season to provide off site presence and member attention. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Physical Education, Sports Management, or a related field preferred and 4 or more years of experience.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience.
• Certified by the USPTA or PTR.
• Thorough knowledge of tennis concepts and skilled in teaching tennis in qualified and quality tennis facilities.
• Excellent social skills and be able to work effectively with adults and children. Proven leadership capabilities and ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• A proven track record of dynamic member interaction in a club environment.
• Excellent oral communication and ability to foster teamwork and build collaborative relationships. 
• Physical stamina and agility commensurate with the position.