Director of Pickleball

DuPont Country Club; Rockland (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont Country Club in Wilmington, Delaware seeks a Director of Pickleball to lead and grow an active pickleball program while contributing to the racquets staff. The role emphasizes programming, private and group instruction, and events that engage members year-round.

The ideal candidate will bring strong pickleball and tennis play and teaching abilities, plus leadership and relationship-building skills within a busy club environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4.5 DUPR pickleball rating.
• Minimum 5.0 NTRP or 9+ UTR tennis playing level.
• Strong pickleball and tennis playing and teaching background.
• Experience teaching junior and adult tennis.
• Ability to teach and hit with advanced junior and adult tennis players.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of and help shape the future of the Club’s pickleball program.
• Develop clinics, organized play, leagues, tournaments, and social events for an active membership.
• Teach private and group pickleball lessons from beginner through advanced levels.
• Teach junior and adult tennis lessons, clinics, and programs.
• Work with advanced junior and adult tennis players through instruction and hitting sessions.
• Create new programs and events that drive participation and bring members together.
• Organize and assist with member-guests, Club Championships, camps, tournaments, and special events.
• Build strong relationships with members and become a visible presence within the Racquets community.
• Collaborate with an experienced Racquets Professional Staff across a large, year-round operation.

Skills

Pickleball rating

Tennis level

Teaching tennis

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Job description

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Position:Director of Pickleball

Location:Wilmington, DE

Job Id:323

# of Openings:1

The DuPont Country Club, nestled within the rolling hills of the historic Brandywine Valley, is one of the premier venues to promote leisure activities through championship caliber golf courses, state of the art tennis facilities, pools and an updated fitness center. Elegantly decorated rooms, magnificent natural surroundings, customized event planning and impeccable service make any event at the DuPont Country Club truly a special occasion.

DuPont Country Club is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Director of Pickleball to lead the continued growth of our pickleball program and join one of the region’s most comprehensive racquets operations.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of an active and growing pickleball program while also serving as an integral member of our tennis professional staff. With 18 outdoor tennis courts, 6 permanent indoor tennis courts, 8 dedicated pickleball courts, 4 platform tennis courts, and 3 new padel courts, DCC provides an outstanding environment for a racquets professional looking to build a strong lesson book, develop creative programming, and grow their career year-round.

We’re looking for an accomplished racquets player and instructor who will enjoy connecting with members and is excited about building programs and expanding our great pickleball community.

The Opportunity

• Take ownership of and help shape the future of the Club’s pickleball program
• Develop clinics, organized play, leagues, tournaments, and social events for an active membership
• Teach private and group pickleball lessons from beginner through advanced levels
• Teach junior and adult tennis lessons, clinics, and programs
• Work with advanced junior and adult tennis players through instruction and hitting sessions
• Create new programs and events that drive participation and bring members together
• Organize and assist with member-guests, Club Championships, camps, tournaments, and special events
• Build strong relationships with members and become a visible presence within the Racquets community
• Collaborate with an experienced Racquets Professional Staff across a large, year-round operation

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 4.5 DUPR pickleball rating
• Minimum 5.0 NTRP or 9+ UTR tennis playing level
• Strong pickleball and tennis playing and teaching background
• Experience teaching junior and adult tennis
• Ability to teach and hit with advanced junior and adult tennis players
• Passion for developing pickleball programming and growing participation
• Pickleball programming or leadership experience preferred
• College tennis playing experience strongly preferred
• PPR, RSPA, PTR, or similar professional certification preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional, energetic, dependable, and team-oriented
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

Why DCC?

A true year-round racquets operation. Six permanent indoor tennis courts and three hard courts covered by a bubble provide consistent teaching opportunities throughout the year, while our extensive outdoor facilities support a busy spring, summer, and fall season.

Room to make the program your own. We’re looking for someone who wants to bring ideas, create programming, build participation, and help shape the future of pickleball at DCC.

An impressive racquets footprint. With 39 dedicated courts across tennis, pickleball, platform tennis, and padel, you’ll be part of a Club that continues to invest in racquets and provides members with a wide range of playing opportunities.

An opportunity to grow. You’ll work alongside an experienced Racquets Professional Staff in a collaborative environment with opportunities to expand your responsibilities and continue developing your career in the club industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Additional earning opportunities through private and group instruction
• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Club benefits and professional development opportunities