Join the Pickleball Movement at One of North America's Premier Private Clubs

Desert Mountain Club — recognized as one of the top private golf clubs in North America — is home to seven unique clubhouses, each offering world-class amenities. At the heart of our Health & Wellness offerings is the Sonoran Clubhouse, a state-of-the-art facility for tennis, pickleball, fitness, swimming, and spa services.

We're passionate about providing an inclusive and energetic environment for players of all levels. With the explosive growth of pickleball, we're seeking a dynamic and experienced Head Pickleball Professional to lead our program and take it to new heights

In this role, you will be responsible for providing world-class and memorable services to our members through expertise both on and off the pickleball courts. Ensuring that we exceed the membership needs by having well-planned and well-run events, lessons, reservations, and provide information, merchandise and services that exceed their expectations. Coordinate all facets of the pickleball program and assist in any way that best serves our members and teammates at Desert Mountain.

The ideal candidate will be highly engaging, outgoing, energetic, team player, and have a can-do spirit. Must have a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience, and the availability to work year-round. Pickleball teaching and programming experience required. High-end resort/country club experience, preferred.

• PPR and/or RSPA certification required.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

BENEFITS

Join a top 8, 5-Star Platinum Club of America and be a part of an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience PLUS enjoy excellent benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Time Off - PTO and Sick Pay
• Annual Education Scholarship
• Professional Development Scholarship
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents
• FREE employee meals during shifts
• FREE golf and tennis
• Rosetta Stone
• Matching Retirement 401K Plan
• Retail discounts
• Pet insurance
• Employee uniforms provided

We believe our teammates are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of care, respect, and positivity with a sincere focus on the safety, health, and professional growth of every teammate. If you’re looking to join an incredible team, then Desert Mountain is the place for you!

JOB DETAILS

Responsibilities:

On Court:

• Administer or participate in all sessions of Drop In Play throughout the week to include, but not limited to, Women's, Men's, and Mixed Drop In Play.
• Oversee the instruction of clinics for men, woman, and juniors.
• Organize and lead pickleball lessons throughout the summer and holiday season.
• Develop and shape the pickleball game.
• Performs private, group lessons, and clinics upon request.
• Facilitate drop-in and round-robins as assigned.
• Plan and run pickleball leagues and events at Desert Mountain.
• Maintain current and up to date knowledge in teaching methods and styles.
• Maintain current knowledge of paddles, balls, and courts, including construction and materials.

Off Court:

• Visible and actively engages Members to grow participation and share Desert Mountain updates.
• Consistently improve the recurrent events and interact with other departments functional to those events' success.
• Works as a Shop Assistant, aiding in all facets of work related to the Sonoran Shop, when needed.
• Introduces new events into the pickleball program that providing a greater opportunity for members to participate in and enjoy the game, leagues, ladders, interclub, and intraclub events.
• Perform all assigned administrative duties to include maintaining record of players' performance, rankings, and DUPR ratings.
• Develops appropriate signage and communications for pickleball events and activities to improve member awareness and recognition of the program.
• Promote events, clinics, leagues, and activities by calling, texting, and communicating to our members.
• Use club software in booking courts, scheduling events, lessons, and clinics.
• Be available to the members to promote the pickleball program.
• Assists in the set-up of the ball machine.
• Assist in all facets of work related to the Sonoran Shop, when needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Racquet Sports

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Required to stand and walk – Constantly
• Required to reach, stoop, and kneel – Frequently
• Required to push and/or pull, and lift and/or move up to 35 pounds – Frequently
• Required to be on feet for long periods of time.
• Considerable consecutive hours outside in very physical environment with varying conditions.
• Exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather – Occasionally
• Required to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OUR COMPANY

Desert Mountain Club is one of the finest private residential communities in the world featuring world-class golf, indulgent amenities, and curated experiences. It is a private country club open to on and offsite property residents located in the elevated foothills of the beautiful Sonoran Desert in North Scottsdale, Arizona. The club spans across 8, 000 acres featuring:

• Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course)
• Seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own unique restaurant plus banquets
• An award-winning spa and fitness center
• Spectacular swim and tennis facility
• Dozens of hiking and biking trails

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