The Club at Carlton Woods, located in The Woodlands, Texas, is hiring for the position of Assistant Professional of Racquet Sports. Qualifications: USPTA certified, 4.5+ playing level, one to two years of full-time teaching experience, able to work well with staff and members, self-motivated professional, experience with Ladies’ group drills, Pickleball experience a plus. The Assistant Professional will be responsible for conducting group and private lessons in tennis, assisting and directing the implementation of new programs and events for both tennis & pickleball, stringing and gripping racquets and orchestrating Junior Tennis Program classes. Must be available on Saturdays. Strong social skills and organizational skills are a must. The compensation package includes full-time status, hourly wage, lesson and stringing commission, medical/dental benefits, and 401k plan.
The Woodlands is a 27,000 acre master planned community founded in 1974, located 28 miles north of downtown Houston. Currently the population of The Woodlands is estimated to be over 90,000 residents. It is no surprise that the combination of excellent housing options, great schools, an abundance of parks and retail shopping combine to make The Woodlands an attractive place to live.
- The Woodlands, Texas is located about 30 miles northwest of Houston, in Southeastern Texas.
- The Woodlands is a master planned community, started by George Mitchell in 1974.
- The Woodlands is home to some of the best retail shopping in Houston.
- The Woodlands was ranked one of the top 10 safest communities in Texas.
General Duties
- Dress in proper tennis attire.
- Assist in supervising all tennis activities.
- Supervise proper charging of court fees and other privilege fees.
- Assist in supervising the rental of club equipment and the maintenance thereof.
- Provide competent tennis instruction for all groups and levels of players.
- Enforce all the club’s rules and regulations governing the use of the club, its equipment and other property.
- Maintain close relationships with the other club professionals and contractors.
- Bring ideas and plans to staff meetings that will promote racquet sports and fellowship in the club.
- Help in the preparation and presentation of all racquet sports socials, tournaments, leagues and events.
- Enthusiastically promote Carlton Woods’ Racquet Sports.
- Represent the club in professional tennis activities, including meetings or educational seminars of the national and/or local division of USPTA or USPTR and in tournaments such as Pro-Ams with members, as well as state or national tennis events as time will permit, but only with the approval of the Director of Tennis.
- On the days that the courts are wet, but not raining, be available one to two hours early to help Rol-Dri the courts.
- Make sure all on-court activities begin on time.
- Be prepared for all activities and communicate pertinent information with the staff before the activity begins.
- Keep the Fitness Host informed of the status of all lessons, clinics, and classes under your supervision during inclement weather.
Programs
- Assist the Director in ensuring the tennis programs are servicing the entire Club’s membership (juniors, adults, seniors, etc.).
- Assist the Director in organizing periodic events at the club in an effort to attract/hold members’ interests.
- Be able to provide beginning through advanced instruction to enhance broad-based member participation.
- Assist the Director in providing educational opportunities for the entire membership so that they can better understand the game of tennis.
- Support the Racquet Sport staff and Carlton Woods’ Management at all times in dealing with members.
- Assist the Head Professional in the preparation of an annual calendar of tennis activities for the club.
- Provide continuous feedback on how to improve the program.
Maintenance
- Co-inspect the courts/facilities on a daily basis prior to the start of play and ascertain that all necessary maintenance has been performed.
- Be certain that necessary personnel for the maintenance and upkeep of the club are aware of any maintenance issues that need attention.
- Keep the Director of Tennis informed on the status of any non-functioning equipment for the purpose of budgeting, replacement, and/or repair.
- Co-inspect that all areas of the tennis facility are neat and clean at all times and help in those duties if necessary.
Tennis Pro Shop Operations
- Provide necessary coordination with the club accounting system to assure a smooth billing operation.
- Assist customers with purchases when working in the Pro Shop.
- Assist with counting Monthly Inventory.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
