Head Tennis Professional
Club in Jekyll Island, Georgia is looking for a full-time Head Tennis Professional.

Position Overview:
Job Title: Head Tennis Professional
Department/Division: Tennis / Amenities
Status: Regular, Full-time (year-round position)
Pay: $48,000 – $54,000 Annual Salary (DOQ) plus percentage of lessons
Reports to: Senior Director of Amenities
Benefits: Full Benefits eligible including health insurance, flex benefits, 10 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave accrual, amenities and parking pass.
Retirement: State Employee Retirement System – GSEPS (Pension plus matching 401k)

Job Summary:
Under limited supervision, the Head Tennis Professional’s responsibilities include coordinating all tennis events, scheduling and providing tennis lessons, clinics, directing tournaments, directing court maintenance, and maintaining the point-of-sale system for ticketing and retail.

Duties:
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff.
Manages the tennis center operations by running USTA tournaments and leagues according to regulations, providing lessons, clinics, by providing tennis programming for all ages, and books court times, etc.
Ensures that tennis facility receives the necessary maintenance and repair work, which includes all tennis courts, buildings, and grounds. Understands clay court maintenance and the irrigation system.
Prepares an annual budget and strives to operate the tennis center within the set budget parameters; works to increase tennis center revenues and participation.
Maintains a list of capital projects and equipment needs.
Manages the operations of the tennis center pro shop; monitors sales, orders merchandise, maintains inventory records, maintains the point of sale/ticketing software, and reconciles sales operations.
Attends various meetings and seminars to remain informed regarding United States Tennis Association requirements for hosting tournaments and leagues; works with marketing to prepare and distribute information regarding upcoming events.
Acts as tournament director by performing the duties of referee and NTRP verifier; obtains necessary certification on an annual basis.
Works with other clubs when coordinating leagues and matches and implements new methods of operations as needed.
Performs various public relations duties to market the tennis center.
Works with the JIA retail team for merchandising and retail growth.
Provides customer service to all guests in a professional and courteous manner.
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Minimum of three (3) years as a tennis professional with teaching and programming experience required.
Valid USTPA/PTR Tennis Professional Certification
USTA Tournament Director a plus
CPR Certification.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to understand budget, handle administrative tasks, and work collaboratively with other departments.
Ability to operate computer including Microsoft Office and point-of-sale system.
Must be at least 18 years old
Must have valid drivers license

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
More than 50% of the typical workday may be spent walking, standing, balancing, reaching, and using repetitive motions of the wrists, hands or fingers.
Less than 50% of the typical day is spent stooping and/or crouching, kneeling, pushing and pulling.
Physical stamina and agility to demonstrate tennis techniques and play at a high level.
Sensory abilities required are feeling, grasping and touching with more than 50% of the time spent talking and hearing.
Visual abilities to perform tasks required are to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment and determine the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
The majority of the work is conducted outside with exposure to extreme heat, high humidity and occasional adverse weather conditions as well as occasional cold temperatures.
Will be exposed to hazards such as moving mechanical parts and moving carts and/or vehicles.
Noise levels are generally considered normal.

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided. If the email confirmation is not received, the applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4081 for confirmation; however, due to the volume of applicants received, we cannot provide information on the application status after receipt. Applicants who need assistance to accommodate a disability may request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 912-635-4024.

All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Only complete applications or applications with accompanying documents, when required, will be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background checks requires credit when applicable to the position. Relocation expenses are not authorized; applicants should consider this when applying.

Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Jekyll Island Authority is a Drug Free.

How to apply:
Please send your resume to the email provided.

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