Job Details

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Flexible schedule

Director of Racquet Sports Ocala Preserve

Purpose:

To actively support and uphold the Club's stated mission and values while developing, promoting, and coordinating a comprehensive racquet-based program(s) for the Club.

Licenses/Certificates:

Possession of or required to obtain professional certifications from USPTA (United States Professional Tennis Association) (P1 or P2), OR USPTR (United States Professional Tennis Registry) Professional certification and N.T.R.P. (National Testing Rating Program) rating of 4.0 plus within six months of hire.

Possession of, or required to obtain, First Aid, CPR certification.

Specific Job Duties

A. Programs

1. Ensure tennis/pickleball programs are in place at the facility to serve the entire scope of residents and playing abilities (juniors, adults, seniors).

2. Organize a variety of special events at the facility to retain and attract interest in sport.

3. Provide input to the GM for the programming and funding necessary for operations with sufficient notice before the yearly budget begins on 10/1.

4. Provide instructions for beginners through advanced to enhance resident participation.

5. Provide educational opportunities for all residents so they can understand and enjoy playing tennis or pickleball.

6. Provide timely marketing information and materials regarding tennis and tennis programs for the monthly newsletter. Prepare program events and facility marketing materials, including news releases, flyers, pamphlets, and brochures.

7. Attend other Association events to promote the tennis program and get more residents involved in playing tennis/pickleball. Events such as pancake breakfasts, annual meetings, holiday events, etc.

8. Supervise, facilitate, and oversee scheduled tennis events, instructional classes, and programs; oversee the issuance and collection of recreational equipment for an event, class, or program; ensure adequate staffing for the event, class, or program.

9. The recreation department shall oversee the collection of program site registration forms, waivers, and registration fees for special events, instructional classes, and programs.

10. May administer first aid in an emergency.

B. Tournaments/Socials

1. Plan periodic tournaments and/or socials to attract and retain interest.

2. Required to coordinate an annual Club tennis/pickleball championship

3. Prepare post-tournament reports for the Recreation Committee.

C. Monies

1. The recreation department determines the rate per hour for Dobson Ranch classes, socials, and meetings.

2. Balls and equipment will be provided for Ocala Preserve activities only.

3. 80% of private lesson revenue are allotted to the professional.

4. Submit a monthly report by the 15th of every month.

D. Maintenance

1. Inspect all courts daily.

2. Make certain the necessary equipment for the maintenance and upkeep of the courts is on hand and in working condition.

3. Keep the GM informed of the status of the equipment and condition of the courts.

4. Determine if all courts are always neat and clean.

E. General

1. Effectively responds to requests for information and assists the residents when appropriate and promptly; handles public inquiries and problems, and provides input on tennis-related issues.

2. Responsible for organizing, coordinating, planning, training, administering, and evaluating tennis/pickleball programs and services for all ages and abilities for Club members.

3. Establish goals, objectives, and measurements for tennis/pickleball programs, staff, and unique events.

4. Establish a programming schedule, calendars, timelines, fees, and charges for programs with the guidance of the recreation director.

5. Organize equipment, facility space, room rentals, and/or supplies.

6. Supervise, facilitate, and oversee scheduled tennis events, tennis instructional classes, and programs; oversee the issuance and collection of recreational equipment for the tennis event, class, or program; ensure adequate staffing for the tennis/pickleball program.

This position reports to the General Manager.