About Us

At Claremont Resort & Club, we believe exceptional hospitality starts with extraordinary people. For over a century, our iconic property has set the standard for luxury, wellness, and service in the Bay Area. Situated on 22 acres in the Berkeley and Oakland Hills, the Claremont seamlessly blends its rich history with modern amenities offering an elevated environment for both guests and members.

The Club at the Claremont delivers a highly personalized, experience-driven member environment rooted in service excellence, operational consistency, and thoughtful programming. Racquet Sports is a core pillar of the Club experience and a strategic revenue driver.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Overview

The Head Racquets Professional serves as the senior on-court leader of the Racquets program, responsible for the daily execution of instruction, programming, staff leadership, and member experience. Operating within the Racquet Sports ecosystem under the strategic direction of the Director of Racquet Sports, this role translates departmental vision into consistent, high-quality execution.

The position balances elite coaching ability with operational discipline, administrative ownership, and cross-department collaboration across Marketing, Membership, and Operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Execution & Instruction

• Deliver high-level private and group tennis instruction for adults and juniors
• Execute Member and Resort private lessons, clinics, LiveBall formats, camps, leagues, tournaments, and social events
• Uphold coaching standards and instructional protocols
• Support seasonal and Resort signature programming

Staff Leadership & Culture

• Lead and mentor Assistant and Associate Tennis Professionals
• Assist with onboarding, training, and development
• Support weekly staffing schedules

Administrative & Operational Responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative functions
• Ensure accurate billing, enrollment, and revenue tracking
• Maintain organized program records

Member Experience & Engagement

• Build trusted relationships with members and guests
• Deliver a welcoming, polished court environment
• Provide guidance on equipment and programming

Marketing & Membership Collaboration

• Partner with Marketing on promotion and calendars
• Collaborate with Membership on engagement initiatives

Qualifications and Certifications

• USPTA or PTR Professional Certification
• USTA Safe Play approval
• CPR / AED / First Aid Certification
• PPR or equivalent pickleball certification preferred

Compensation

Salary Range: $70,000 – $75,000 annually
Commission-based teaching and programming income

Total Potential Comp ~$170,000+

Certifications

Minimum requirement

RSPA, PTR Professional

Preferred qualifications

PPR, Padel certifications