Racquet Sports Manager

Midtown Athletic Clubs; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings

Vacation

Professional development support

Industry-leading training

Job summary

A premier athletic club located in Palatine, IL is looking for a Racquet Sports Manager to oversee tennis and pickleball programs. This director-level role focuses on enhancing member experience, recruiting and developing a team of coaches, and growing player participation in club activities. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of racquet sports leadership experience and possess relevant certifications. A competitive compensation package includes a base salary between $120,000 and $130,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of racquet sports leadership experience.
• Proven programming experience for private instruction.
• Willingness to obtain Safe Play certification before hiring.
• Possession of nationally recognized racquet sports certifications.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and hire racquet sports coaches.
• Develop coaches' skills.
• Improve player experience and satisfaction.
• Grow programs and events to boost participation.
• Retain players through engagement strategies.
• Collaborate with leadership on club management.

Skills

Leadership in racquet sports

Programming for adults and youth

Safe Play certification

Growth mindset

Enthusiasm for racquet sports

Job description

Job Overview

Midtown Athletic Club, located in Palatine, IL is seeking a Racquet Sports Manager to lead club racquet sports, tennis, and pickleball programs and activities. This role focuses on helping members develop a love for racquet sports.

Compensation

Base pay range: $120,000 – $130,000 annually. Offering a competitive benefits package including health, 401(k) savings, vacation, and more.

Benefits

• Health, 401(k) savings, vacation, and more.
• Professional development support.
• Industry-leading training.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and hire racquet sports coaches.
• Develop coaches.
• Improve player experience.
• Grow programs, events, and activities to increase player participation.
• Retain players.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on overall club management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant racquet sports (tennis) leadership experience.
• Proven programming experience for groups and private instruction for adults and youth.
• Safe Play certified or willing to obtain certification prior to hiring.
• Nationally recognized racquet sports certification(s).
• Growth mindset and curiosity.
• Enthusiastic ambassador for racquet sports every day.

Culture & Values

• Inspire people to transform their lives.
• Collaboration and opportunity.
• Shared success, growth, kindness.
• Team commitment, accountability, buy-in required.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

General Business, Business Development, and Sales

Industries

Hospitality, Sports Teams and Clubs, and Wellness and Fitness Services