DIRECTOR OF PICKLEBALL

Greater Midland; Midland (MI); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Greater Midland Tennis Center in Midland, MI seeks a Director of Pickleball to lead all pickleball programs, clinics and events. This role oversees budgets, staff and member engagement, driving growth and a memorable customer experience.

You will recruit and train staff, develop youth programs, and ensure high program quality and retention, aligning with the center’s values and strategic goals.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years of experience coaching pickleball or 10+ years coaching tennis plus 4 years playing pickleball and 1 year coaching.
• Experience with oversight of budgets greater than $300,000.
• Experience with all levels of pickleball from youth to seniors.
• PPR, IPTPA or equivalent certifications are desired.
• Playing level of 5.0+ required.
• Outstanding organizational and administrative skill.
• Ability to create, develop, and oversee new and existing adult programs.
• A passion to create a memorable customer experience for our clients.
• Ability to demonstrate program growth and success.

Responsabilidades

• Create, develop, administer and oversee new and existing pickleball program, leagues, clinics and events.
• Oversee budget and operations for pickleball programs, analyze performance for continued improvement.
• Develop and maintain strategic planning for program growth, including a dedicated youth program.
• Acquire and manage staff through effective recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding and managing behaviors, addressing and resolving challenges.
• Welcome and engage new members in programs and activities.
• Teach group and private lessons and programs as needed.
• Support success of all pickleball tournaments and events (i.e. Dow Tennis Classic).
• Engage in community opportunities, stay current on industry trends and share across leadership.
• Consistently demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with Greater Midland’s Values.

Conocimientos

Coaching pickleball

Budget management

Event/program development

Staff recruitment/training

Customer service excellence

Organizational skills

Program growth

Herramientas

Budgets > $300k

PPR/IPTPA certification desired

5.0+ playing level

Descripción del empleo

Greater Midland Tennis Center, Midland, MI, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1058

Salary Range: $25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Under the direction of the Director of Racquet Sports, the Director of Pickleball oversees all functions related to the Tennis Center’s pickleball programs. The Director of Pickleball will work to ensure efficiency and growth in all related programs, clinics and special events hosted by the Tennis Center. The Director of Pickleball will maintain high program and member retention rate is of utmost importance. The Director of Pickleball will plan, manage and perform all administrative and clerical tasks necessary for the operation of our pickleball program at the Tennis Center. The Director of Pickleball must be a results-oriented leader dedicated to innovation, inclusivity, and excellence across the programs. The Director of Pickleball is expected to model servant leadership, uphold Greater Midland’s Purpose and Values, and foster a culture of excellence and integrity throughout the organization.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Create, develop, administrate and oversee new and existing pickleball program, leagues, clinics and events.
• Oversee budget and operations for pickleball programs, analyze performance for continued improvement.
• Develop and maintain strategic planning for program growth, including a dedicated youth program.
• Acquire and manage staff through effective recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding and managing behaviors, addressing and resolving challenges.
• Welcome and engage new members in programs and activities.
• Teach group and private lessons and programs as needed.
• Support success of all pickleball tournaments and events (i.e. Dow Tennis Classic).
• Engage in community opportunities, stay current on industry trends and share across leadership.
• Consistently demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with Greater Midland’s Values.

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience coaching pickleball or 10+ years coaching tennis plus 4 years playing pickleball and 1 year coaching are required
• Experience with oversite of budgets greater than $300,000
• Experience with all levels of pickleball from youth to seniors
• PPR, IPTPA or equivalent certifications are desired
• Playing level of 5.0+ required
• Outstanding organizational and administrative skill
• Ability to create, develop, and oversee new and existing adult programs
• A passion to create a memorable customer experience for our clients
• Ability to demonstrate program growth and success

Physical Requirements

Office is located in the Greater Midland Tennis Center. Regular communication and contact with members, guests, leadership and other staff. Occasional keyboard activity and sitting at computer; standing and moving on court for extended periods of time.