Join the Racquet Sports team at one of the largest, most beautiful, and top private country clubs in North America, Desert Mountain Club, as a Head Tennis Professional!

In this role, you will be responsible for providing world-class and memorable services to the membership both; on and off the tennis courts. Ensure that we exceed the membership needs by having well-planned and well-run organized play, events, lessons, reservations, and assistance on equipment and merchandise. Coordinate all facets of the tennis program and assist in any way that best serves our members and teammates at Desert Mountain.

The ideal candidate will be highly engaging, outgoing, energetic, team player, and have a can-do spirit. Must have a minimum of 3 years as a Head Professional or Director, and the availability to work year-round. Tennis teaching and programming experience required. Previous experience in a high-end club or resort preferred. 

• 4.5 level player or higher.
• RSPA Elite Professional
• PTR Professional 
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

BENEFITS

Join a top 10, 5-Star Platinum Club of America and be a part of an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience PLUS enjoy excellent benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Time Off - PTO and Sick Pay
• Annual Education Scholarship
• Professional Development Scholarship
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents
• FREE employee meals during shifts
• FREE golf and tennis
• Rosetta Stone
• Matching Retirement 401K Plan
• Retail discounts
• Pet insurance
• Employee uniforms provided

We believe our teammates are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of care, respect, and positivity with a sincere focus on the safety, health, and professional growth of every teammate. If you’re looking to join an incredible team, then Desert Mountain is the place for you!

JOB DETAILS

Responsibilities:

On Court:

•  Administer or participate in all sessions of Drop In Play throughout the week to include, but not limited to, Women’s, Men’s, and Mixed Drop In Play.
• Oversee the instruction of clinics for men, women, and juniors.
• Organize and lead tennis lessons throughout the summer and holiday seasons.
• Develop and shape the tennis game.
• Performs private, group lessons, and clinics upon request.
• Facilitate drop-in and round-robins as assigned.
• Plan and run tennis leagues and events at Desert Mountain.
• Maintains current and up to date knowledge in teaching methods and styles.
• Maintains current knowledge of paddles, balls, and courts, including construction and materials.

Off Court:

• Restring and/or regrip racquets for members and guests, and new demo racquets as needed.
• Visible and actively engages Members to grow participation and share Desert Mountain updates.
• Consistently improve the recurrent events and interact with other departments functional to those events’ success.
• Introduces new events into the tennis program providing a greater opportunity for members to participate in and enjoy the game, leagues, ladders, interclub and intraclub events.
• Perform all assigned administrative duties to include maintaining record of players’ performance, rankings, and USTA ratings.
• Develops appropriate signage and communications for tennis events and activities to improve member awareness and recognition of the program.
• Promote events, clinics, leagues, and activities by calling, texting, and communicating to members.
• Use club software in booking courts, scheduling events, lessons, and clinics.
• Be available to the members to promote the tennis program.
• Assists in the set-up of the ball machine.
• Assists in all facets of work related to The Sonoran Shop, when needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Racquet Sports.

Compensation: 

$65,000.00 – 70,000.00 based on experience plus Commission 60-65% range DOE

Yearly Bonus: 5% paid based on performance and Clothing Allowance: $500.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Required to stand and walk – Constantly
• Required to reach, stoop, and kneel – Frequently
• Required to push and/or pull, and lift and/or move up to 35 pounds – Frequently
• Required to be on feet for long periods of time.
• Considerable consecutive hours outside in very physical environment with varying conditions.
• Exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather – Occasionally
• Required to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

OUR COMPANY

Desert Mountain Club is one of the finest private residential communities in the world featuring world-class golf, indulgent amenities, and curated experiences. It is a private country club open to on and offsite property residents located in the elevated foothills of the beautiful Sonoran Desert in North Scottsdale, Arizona. The club spans across 8,000 acres featuring:

• Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course)
• Seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own unique restaurant plus banquets
• An award-winning spa and fitness center
• Spectacular swim and tennis facility
• Dozens of hiking and biking trails