Head Pickleball Professional, KRC

OLD EDWARDS HOSPITALITY GROUP•Sunset, SC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Reserve at Lake Keowee is in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains not far from Clemson and Greenville, SC. The Reserve is a private gated, lake front community and club with an extensive array of amenities and available activities. The Reserve features: elaborate pool complex, Marina, multiple dining outlets, fitness center, playground, park, basketball, 4 tennis courts, 8 pickleball courts, and a Jack Nicholas Signature Golf Course. This exciting opportunity calls for an individual that is a visibly engaged in providing enthusiasm to continue growing the racquets program. Job Description: Under the supervision of the Director of Racquets, the Head Pickleball Professional will assist in the management of Pickleball facility and activities related pickleball. The Pickleball Professional is a courteous professional interested in promoting the game of pickleball & tennis, growing the games, and ensuring the satisfaction of our members and guests. As an integral part of the team, they positively impact the organization and lives of our members.

Requirements

Must have a high-school degree, preferably a college degree
Have a PPR or ITPTA certification or willing to become certified within 6 months.
Have a CPR certification or willing to become certified within 6 months.
Have a minimum of two (2) years teaching/coaching experience
Demonstrate sound on court teaching aptitude and adapting to student learning type
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to staff and members.
Playing Level of 4.0 or above.

Nice To Haves

USPTA or PTR certification desired.

Responsibilities

Provides group, team and individual pickleball lessons, plus tennis on occasion as assigned.
Run or assists with weekly and special Pickleball events, plus tennis if needed.
Records court reservations and lesson appointments.
Assists Director of Racquets and other professional’s in various responsibilities, as requested.
Monitors Pickleball & Tennis facility and shop in the absence of the Director of Tennis.
Helps keep tennis/pickleball facility clean and in proper order.
Assists in daily clay court, grounds, and clubhouse maintenance when needed.
Assists with ice/water machine supply replenishment when needed.
Racquet stringing in a timely manner and receives a fee per racquet.
Attends staff meetings as directed by Director of Racquets.
Completes other appropriate tasks assigned by the Director of Racquets.
Represents club and department with the highest standards.
Is certified by PPR or IPTPA, plus USPTA or PTR. Keeps up with yearly fees and educational requirements to maintain these certifications.
Answer the telephone and communicate effectively with all callers – checking email and voice mail daily.
Research, compile, and organize information, and to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports
Work independently on assigned tasks/projects.
Organize and work on multiple tasks and complete assignments within specified deadlines.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to all team members, customers, officials, agencies, and companies.
Communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely, and to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to read complex written materials and documents.
Work well under pressure.
Set and achieve high standards as an individual and as a team member.
Persevere and succeed in the face of significant challenges and ambiguity.
Follow directions from management, verbally or in writing.
Coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
Attendance and punctuality. Able to report to work on time.
Must be willing to work unconventional hours, attend community meetings and events during evenings and weekends.
Must possess skills in the areas of analytical thinking, consensus building, empowerment, strategic thinking, and constructively dealing with conflict.