Pickleball Pro / Program Director

The Heights Racquet & Social Club; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heights Racquet & Social Club in Mendota Heights, MN seeks a dynamic Pickleball Pro / Program Director to grow our pickleball offerings and oversee squash and padel programming. You will lead clinics, leagues, and events while engaging members and expanding revenue opportunities.

You will collaborate with the General Manager to ensure high-quality, inclusive programs across all three racquet sports and deliver an outstanding member experience.

Qualifications

• Passion for growing a racquets program and member focus.
• Experience teaching, coaching, organizing pickleball activities.
• Ability to plan and run leagues, tournaments, events, and open play.
• Familiarity with squash and padel helpful; willingness to support programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow pickleball by expanding participation and revenue opportunities.
• Create a diverse calendar: clinics, lessons, leagues, ladders, social events, open play.
• Provide instruction and player development for all ages and levels.
• Coordinate leagues, tournaments, ladders, and organized member play for squash and padel.
• Build strong member relationships and communicate programs clearly.

Skills

pickleball coaching

program development

league management

event planning

communication

customer service

Education

pickleball coaching certification

Job description

The Heights Racquet & Social Club seeks a dynamic, member-focused Pickleball Pro / Program Director to lead the growth of our pickleball program while playing an important role in the programming and management of our squash and padel offerings.

Your primary focus will be to build, grow, and elevate our pickleball program, attracting new players, engaging existing members, and creating opportunities for players of all skill levels to learn, compete, and connect.

You will also play a significant role in overseeing the day-to-day programming of our squash and padel programs, including leagues, tournaments, organized play, and other activities that keep our racquets community active and engaged.

The successful candidate will help establish pickleball as a thriving, vibrant part of our Club while ensuring that squash and padel players continue to enjoy well-organized, engaging, and competitive programming. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on professional who enjoys both developing a vision and rolling up their sleeves to make things happen.

Lead and Grow Pickleball

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to expand participation and engagement in pickleball.
• Create a diverse calendar of programming, including clinics, lessons, leagues, tournaments, ladders, social events, and organized open play.
• Provide instruction, coaching, and player development opportunities for a range of ages and abilities.
• Identify opportunities to attract new members, increase participation, and generate program revenue.
• Stay current on pickleball trends and introduce innovative programming that enhances the member experience.

Program Director

• Coordinate and manage leagues, tournaments, ladders, and organized member play for squash and padel.
• Develop engaging programming that serves players across skill levels and experience.
• Work with members to understand their interests and create opportunities for competition, improvement, and social connection.
• Support instruction, player development, and special events as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Club’s General Manager to ensure consistent, high-quality programming across all three racquet sports.

Deliver an Outstanding Member Experience

• Build strong relationships with members and foster a positive, welcoming, and energetic club culture.
• Communicate clearly about programs, schedules, events, and opportunities to participate.

What We’re Looking For

• A strong passion for pickleball and a genuine interest in growing a racquets program.
• Experience teaching, coaching, organizing, or managing pickleball activities.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and run leagues, tournaments, events, and organized play.
• Familiarity with squash and padel, with the ability and willingness to support programming in both sports.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building relationships and engaging people.
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple programs and priorities.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and enthusiasm for developing new ideas, attracting participants, and growing revenue.
• A team-oriented approach and a commitment to delivering an outstanding member experience.

Pickleball instruction or coaching certification is preferred. Relevant racquets sports certifications and experience working in a private club, athletic facility, or membership-based environment are a plus.

The Heights Racquet and Social Club is a health and social club in Mendota Heights. The Club offers indoor Pickleball, Squash and Padel courts, a fitness center, locker rooms, a large social area with ping pong and pool, flexible office space and access to physical therapy.