Tennis Academy Director
Club in Beaverton, Oregon is looking for a Tennis Academy Director.

About the Role
Tier 1 Performance is expanding into Beaverton Sports Club and bringing the same athlete first, high performance culture established at Tier 1 PNW at Woodinville Sports Club. This is a brand new location with significant growth opportunities and meaningful work ahead. You will work directly with Tier 1 PNW leadership to extend an already successful academy model into Oregon and build it from the ground up.
This role is ideal for someone ready to lead, build, design systems, and shape the culture of what will become the premier junior performance hub in Beaverton, OR.

Position Summary
The Head Tennis Professional is the primary leader responsible for the development, growth, and improvement of all junior tennis athletes within Tier 1 Performance at Beaverton Sports Club. This role is deeply hands on and tennis focused, combining leadership with significant on court coaching. You will be the driving force behind athlete progress, daily development standards, and the technical identity of the program.

You will design and manage the complete junior training pathway, deliver high quality coaching, build long term development plans, evaluate athletes consistently, and ensure measurable improvement across all stages of Tier 1 Performance. You will work closely with Tier 1 PNW at Woodinville Sports Club to align teaching methodologies, culture, and performance expectations to maintain continuity across both locations.
You will work directly with Director of Athletics of Tier 1 Performance, to ensure the program is successfully developing and creating players, generating revenue, building sustainable programming, and aligning with the broader Tier 1 vision and growth strategy.

This full-time salaried position requires consistent on court presence, private lesson coaching, tournament coaching, and daily engagement with athletes and families. Hours will vary and include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and non traditional schedules aligned with junior development cycles. Local tournament travel is required to watch players compete, support match play development, and reinforce Tier 1 standards in competition environments.

This is a brand new club and academy build. The early phase will require flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to put in extended hours as programs are launched, systems are implemented, and culture is established. Tournament travel and regular match observation and coaching are expected as part of building the competitive identity of the academy. To ensure alignment and continuity, the selected candidate will spend approximately one month embedded at Tier 1 PNW at Woodinville Sports Club prior to starting in Beaverton, working closely with leadership, coaches, and management to learn Tier 1 systems, standards, and culture before leading the Oregon expansion.

Key Responsibilities
Player Development Leadership
● Lead and run the entire junior development pathway from Red Ball to High Performance
● Provide on court coaching across developmental and high performance groups
● Build individualized long term development plans for athletes
● Apply Tier 1’s teaching standards, on court methodology, and training systems
● Use video, data, and modern tracking tools to measure progression and performance
● Attend local tournaments to observe athletes, evaluate match play, and guide development plans

Program Creation and Expansion
● Build out brand new programming and seasonal plans
● Create tournament pathways, travel structures, and match play systems
● Establish the High Performance identity for the Beaverton site
● Support revenue generation through private lessons, programming growth, and academy expansion
● Attend tournaments regularly to coach players, scout talent, and expand the academy presence

Coaching Team Leadership
● Help build, lead, and manage a team of tennis coaches
● Recruit, mentor, guide, and oversee coaching staff as the program grows
● Create clear expectations for professionalism, communication, and athlete care
● Implement consistent training methodology in line with Tier 1 PNW standards
● Support coaches through ongoing education, feedback, and daily oversight

Culture, Community, and Parent Communication
● Build an athlete first, high care, high standard environment
● Represent the academy at practices, events, workshops, and tournaments
● Maintain strong family communication and set clear development expectations
● Help shape the culture, identity, and reputation of Tier 1 Beaverton

Operational Expectations
● This is a full time salaried role with an expected workload that will vary week to week and regularly exceed traditional business hours
● Early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and tournament travel are required
● On court coaching
● Private lesson revenue generation
● Program management and growth
● Administration and planning
● Tournament coaching and match observation
● Work directly with Tier 1 leadership to align athlete development, revenue creation, and long term program success
● Align programming, standards, and operations with Tier 1 PNW leadership
● Help shape facility environment, athlete touchpoints, and performance culture
● Support the long term growth plan of the Beaverton Sports Club location

Compensation and Benefits
● Total compensation will be heavily dependent on experience and is expected to range from $110,000 to $150,000 annually
● Health insurance benefits included
● Paid time off and holiday benefits included
● Opportunity to grow compensation as the academy and programming expand

Reporting Structure
● This role reports directly to the Director of Athletics for Tier 1 Performance

Work Authorization
● Candidates must be available to work in the United States

Qualifications
● USTA Player Development experience or equivalent national level junior development exposure
● Proven track record of developing juniors from early stage to tournament level, collegiate, or high performance pathways
● Demonstrated experience building, managing, and leading coaching teams
● Strong understanding of long term athlete development and performance training
● Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
● Experience with video analysis, player evaluation, and data driven development
● USPTA, PTR, or international certification preferred
● Ability to thrive in a new build environment with significant program creation, culture development, and community outreach

Who Will Succeed in This Role
Someone who
● Wants to build programs and culture from the ground up
● Thrives in performance environments
● Values long term development over short term results
● Can lead coaches, families, and athletes with clarity and care
● Is comfortable with variable schedules, early mornings, late nights, and weekends
● Enjoys being present at tournaments and competition environments
● Wants to expand the Tier 1 brand into Oregon and create a top regional academy

Why Tier 1 Performance
Tier 1 PNW is already one of the strongest player development ecosystems in the Pacific Northwest. Beaverton Sports Club will be the next major anchor site. Join a high performance culture where the athlete comes first, standards matter, and development is measurable.
You will help build a program that will shape the future of player development in Oregon.

How to apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining coaching background and player development philosophy to the email provided.

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