Assistant Director of Racquet Sports

Lead Tennis on Arizona Country Club's Brand-New Championship Courts

Assistant Director of Racquet Sports

Who are you?

Arizona Country Club's brand-new tennis courts are almost ready to open - and we're looking for an exceptional tennis leader to help make them shine. Are you ready to lead Adult Tennis and WITL on some of Arizona's finest new courts, mentor a talented team, and help write the next chapter of one of Arizona's premier private club racquet programs?

Arizona Country Club is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Racquet Sports to serve as the Director of Racquet Sports' trusted second-in-command - leading day-to-day Tennis operations on our newly reimagined courts and supervising a talented team of Tennis Professionals.

If you're energized by launching programming on brand-new facilities, leading Adult Tennis and WITL, and developing a team of instructors, we'd love to hear from you.

About Arizona Country Club

For more than 75 years, Arizona Country Club has been recognized as one of Arizona's premier private clubs, where family, tradition, championship golf, and exceptional service come together to create an unmatched member experience.

Recognized as a 5-Star Platinum Club by Club Leaders Forum and a Distinguished Club Elite of the World by BoardRoom Magazine, Arizona Country Club continues to invest in excellence throughout the Club.

Arizona Country Club is in the final stretch of a full tennis and pickleball court replacement, with construction underway now through September 2026. The new courts feature post-tension concrete foundations for a superior playing surface, fast-draining engineered design that gets players back on court quickly after rain, and dedicated access points for each court to reduce traffic between neighboring games. Members will also enjoy new covered viewing areas, upgraded shade structures, and an extended patio overlooking the action. These new facilities will elevate the playing experience while providing exciting opportunities to expand programming, member events, instruction, leagues, and tournaments for years to come.

At the same time, the Club currently completing a $12 million transformation of its clubhouse, featuring beautifully redesigned dining venues, luxurious locker rooms, and a state-of-the-art wellness center complete with red light therapy, sauna, hot and cold plunge pools, and upgraded fitness amenities, all designed to elevate the member experience.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arizona Country Club.

Why Arizona Country Club?

This is more than an Assistant Director position, it's a rare chance to help launch a brand-new era of tennis at Arizona Country Club. Our newly rebuilt courts are the centerpiece of a broader transformation of the Club's racquet sports facilities, and you'll be one of the first leaders to bring Adult Tennis and WITL to life on them.

As Assistant Director of Racquet Sports, you'll lead Adult Tennis programming and our WITL program on courts built for a premier private club experience, while providing day-to-day supervision, scheduling, and mentorship for our team of Tennis Professionals. You'll work closely with the Director of Racquet Sports and represent Tennis operations in the Director's absence.

The reopening of our brand-new racquet facilities is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to grow Adult Tennis participation through creative programming, outstanding instruction, and memorable events - all on courts our members have been eagerly waiting for.

At Arizona Country Club, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a supportive, collaborative environment where leaders are empowered to innovate, develop their teams, and make a lasting impact.

Position Summary

As Assistant Director of Racquet Sports, you'll help lead one of Arizona's most exciting racquet sports programs into its next era. You'll lead Adult Tennis programming and our Women's Interclub Tennis League (WITL) on our brand-new courts, help oversee Junior Tennis in partnership with the Director, and provide day-to-day supervision, scheduling, and mentorship for our team of Tennis Professionals.

This is a trusted second-in-command role - partnering closely with the Director of Racquet Sports to deliver one cohesive Tennis operation and the highest standards of instruction, service, and member experience on some of the finest courts in Arizona.

Essential Responsibilities

Member Experience

• Build strong member relationships and connect new and existing players to appropriate clinics, teams, partners, and competitive opportunities.
• Identify when players or groups are approaching the ceiling of current programming and bring next-level opportunities to the Director.
• Bring ideas and member feedback forward to the Director and help shape adjustments to programs that aren't succeeding.

Programming & Instruction

• Lead and continually improve Adult Tennis programming and the overall adult player experience, in conjunction with the Director.
• Create and execute clinics, leagues, competitive opportunities, mixers, socials, and special events across a range of levels and interests.
• Lead ACC's WITL program overall, including team practices, doubles partnerships, match preparation, lineup development with captains, and season-long player evaluation.
• Oversee Junior Tennis programming and player-development pathways, in conjunction with the Director and the Tennis Professionals who deliver junior instruction.
• Deliver private, semi-private, and group instruction and maintain teaching availability that supports member demand and program needs.

Team Leadership

• Supervise, schedule, and mentor Tennis Professionals day to day, in conjunction with the Director.
• Partner closely with the Tennis Professionals to coordinate day-to-day scheduling, staffing, and curriculum execution.
• Provide input and recommendations on hiring, staffing needs, and performance of Tennis Professionals.
• Represent day-to-day Tennis operations in the Director's absence.

Operations

• Coordinate seasonal scheduling, court-use assignments, and equipment or weather-related adjustments for Tennis Professionals, in conjunction with the Director.
• Support the execution and staffing of the department's signature events, club tournaments, member-guests, and championships.
• Collaborate with Pickleball and Racquet Services on shared court use, staffing, and member-experience needs.
• Attend and actively support all tennis and pickleball tournaments and special events to help ensure a consistent, high-quality member experience.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Significant successful experience in tennis instruction, adult programming, competitive doubles, and player development required.
• Prior experience leading, scheduling, or supervising other coaches required.
• Private-club or high-level hospitality experience preferred.
• Professional certification through a recognized tennis organization preferred.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification, and applicable SafeSport/background clearance, required or must be obtained promptly after hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional, engaging instruction and adult-team leadership with strong technical knowledge and competitive doubles experience.
• Decisive people management, capable of supervising, scheduling, and developing a team of Tennis Professionals.
• A builder's mindset - organized, dependable, and genuinely invested in member relationships and retention.
• Comfort representing Tennis in department-level planning with the Director.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position requires active participation in tennis instruction and daily operations.

The Assistant Director must be able to:

• Stand and move for extended periods while teaching and participating in tennis activities.
• Demonstrate tennis technique, including running, feeding balls, swinging, stooping, bending, and balancing.
• Lift and carry teaching and event equipment.
• Work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively with members, guests, and staff.

Our Culture

Our mission is to inspire families and friends to reconnect, have fun, and create lasting memories within a best-in-class private member-owned club rich in golf history and family tradition.

We accomplish this through extraordinary facilities, exceptional programming, and team members who are passionate about creating memorable experiences every day.

Our employees are one of the Club's greatest assets, and we are committed to investing in their growth, recognizing their contributions, and promoting from within whenever possible.

We are looking for team members who embody our values of:

• Hospitality
• Integrity
• Respect
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Continuous Improvement

Compensation & Benefits

Arizona Country Club offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including:

• Competitive salary plus commission
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative, team-first department
• The opportunity to be part of one of Arizona's premier private club racquet programs

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're ready to lead Adult Tennis and WITL on brand-new courts, mentor a talented team, and help write the next chapter of one of Arizona's premier private clubs, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Arizona Country Club and be one of the first to bring our new championship courts to life.

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