Essential Functions include but not limited to the following:

General Duties

• Supervise all racquet play


• Supervise proper charging of court fees and other privilege fees


• Supervise the rental of club equipment and the maintenance thereof.


• Provide competent instruction for all groups and levels of players.


• Supervise the operation of a player handicapping and rating system such as Tencap or the National Tennis Rating Program at such times and to the extent needed.


• Supervise competent personnel such as head pro, entry level racquet staff, shop personnel, maintenance staff, etc, in the performance of their duties. 


• Enforce all the club’s rules and regulations governing the use of the club, its equipment and other property.


• Maintain close relationships with the other club professionals


• Devote a reasonable number of hours to playing with members regardless of their excellence; such play is not to be considered a playing lesson.


• Plan events or “Racquet evenings” to promote tennis and/or pickleball fellowship in the club. 


• Prepare clinics, films, fun playing events or educational programs/demonstrations, etc, for such events. 


• Represent the club in professional tennis activities, including meetings of the national and/or local division of USPTA and in tournaments such as Pro-Ams with members, as well as state or national events as time will permit, with the approval from the Vice President or General Manager.

Tournaments

• Meet with the Tournament Committee Chairperson and Event chairperson for the purpose of preparing and planning the details of tennis events in writing.


• Secure adequate support personnel for various aspects of tournament events (publicity, umpires, etc.).


• Coordinate match schedules.


• Ensure all facilities are ready for events.


• Secure draw sheets, scorecards and other such items necessary for respective tournaments.


• Prepare and distribute event information sheets (entry blanks) for participants.


• Coordinate with the club on the use of other departmental amenities by participants (food, etc.).


• Be available for rules decisions and other necessary coordination throughout the event.


• Prepare post-tournament reports with details of the events.

Programs

• Ensure programs are in place at the club to service the entire membership (juniors, adults, seniors, etc.).


• Provide beginning through advanced instruction to enhance broad-based member participation.


• Provide educational opportunities for the entire membership so that they can understand and enjoy tennis & pickleball.


• Provide guidance to the Tennis Committee and Pickleball Committee.


• Help in the preparation of the annual calendar of racquet activities for the club.


• Prepare annual budget for the responsible operation of the racquet facilities.

Maintenance

• Inspect the courts/facilities daily prior to the start of play and ascertain that all necessary maintenance has been performed. 


• Be certain that necessary personnel for the maintenance and upkeep of the club are aware of any maintenance issues that need attention.


• Make certain that the necessary equipment for the maintenance and upkeep of the club is on hand and properly maintained.


• Keep the Vice President and/or General Manager informed on the status of the club and equipment for the purpose of budgeting for replacement and repair items.


• Ascertain that all areas of the facility are always neat and clean.

Tennis Pro Shop Operations

• Keep the pro shop stocked and organized, and the office in clean and presentable condition.


• Maintain hours of operation of the pro shop agreed upon by management.


• Maintain tennis and pickleball merchandise at a reasonable level commensurate with members’ needs.


• Provide necessary coordination with the club accounting system to ensure smooth billing operation.

Additional duties as assigned