Programs Coordinator Ranch Hand

Austin Pickle Ranch; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Pickle Ranch in Austin is seeking staff to run pickleball Open Play and league programs, delivering friendly, professional service that maintains high standards of hospitality.

We’re dedicated to creating a welcoming atmosphere and providing mentorship opportunities within the local community. The role involves promoting events, coordinating schedules, and assisting with special events as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pickleball rules and regulations.
• Ability to manage groups of players of varying abilities.
• Must know how to act in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Promote, coordinate and manage league and Open Play programs.
• Assist with special events and tournaments.
• Maintain communication with Front Desk Ranch Hand about program activities.
• Occasionally assist Front Desk Ranch Hand when needed.
• Know daily activities, programs and events in the facility.
• Complete incident reports for accidents and injuries.
• Report unusual occurrences or requests to the manager.
• Familiar with safety and emergency procedures and accident prevention policies.
• May conduct private and group lessons and clinics.

Skills

Rules & regulations

Group management

Emergency procedures

Education

College degree preferred

Job description

Run pickleball Open Play and league programs to ensure smooth execution in an efficient, courteous, and professional manner that maintains high standards of service and hospitality.

Our mission is to bring the joy of pickleball to Austin!
We’re all about creating an atmosphere that’s not only fun, but also fully integrated into the local community. Our team believes in inclusivity and providing opportunities for mentorship, because we want to see you grow both on and off the court. We are looking for self-motivated, responsible, and fun individuals to join our team!

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations

• Knowledge of pickleball rules and regulations
• Ability to manage groups of players of varying abilities and run programs accordingly.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Promote, coordinate and manage league and Open Play programs.
• Assist with special events and tournaments.
• Maintain close communication with Front Desk Ranch Hand about program activities.
• Occasionally assist Front Desk Ranch Hand if needed.
• Know of daily activities, programs and events taking place in the facility.
• Complete incident reports for accidents and injuries.
• Report unusual occurrences or requests to the manager.
• Familiar with all safety and emergency procedures and accident prevention policies.
• May conduct private and group lessons and clinics.
• Assist with special and private events as schedule allows.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Help keep the facility clean and in proper order.

Licenses and Special Requirements

• Will be required to get First Aid/CPR/AED, SafeSport and concussion protocol training
• PPR certification is desirable

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
• Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
• Frequent repetitive motions.
• Continuous standing and walking.

Work Schedule:

• Sufficient stamina to tolerate hot and humid outdoor weather for several consecutive hours.
• Continuous standing, walking, running, bending, stooping and repetitive actions.
• Frequent lifting and moving of objects.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• College degree preferred but not required.
• Two to three years of pickleball playing experience.
• Experience running pickleball leagues and programs.
• Knowledge of equipment and court maintenance.