Assistant Tennis Professional at Sand Valley

Sand Valley is a golf resort and community settled gently upon 12000 acres of rugged prehistoric sand dunes in central Wisconsin. Here residents and guests will find six world-class golf courses built in harmony with the land: Sand Valley Mammoth Dunes Sandbox The Lido Sedge Valley and Commons. Founded in 2016 by brothers Michael and Chris Keiser the resort is known for its friendly hospitality and a community of golf and outdoor enthusiasts who have been drawn to the raw beauty and serenity of the vast Wisconsin Wilderness.

Beyond premier golf Sand Valley is a year-round celebration of all the outdoors from fat-tire biking hiking and kayaking to ice hockey skating or a guided cold plunge. The resort now features a 13000-square-foot Tennis Center with 16 grass tennis courts and the twelfth Court Tennis facility in the United States. Alongside soul-stirring golf and outdoor exploration Sand Valley offers a variety of savory dining venues showcasing globally inspired and rustic Wisconsin cuisine.

The Sand Valley team works together to create experiences of a lifetime by asking questions and sharing ideas. With authenticity and a hard-working attitude Sand Valley helps guide guests through an immersive experience in Wisconsins natural beauty and away from the demands of daily life.

Position Summary

The Assistant Tennis Professional supports the daily operation of the Sand Valley Tennis Center by teaching lessons assisting with clinics and events supporting Pro Shop functions and helping maintain the courts and facility. This role blends on-court instruction with off-court support to ensure a smooth welcoming and memorable experience for guests.

This is a seasonal role running from mid-April through mid-October.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach private and group lessons tailored to guests needs and skill levels.
• Assist with organizing and running clinics socials and special tennis events.
• Book lessons and court reservations using the reservation system.
• Respond to guest questions by phone email and in person with accurate program information.
• Complete retail transactions and support merchandise stocking and upkeep in the Pro Shop.
• Perform racquet stringing and light equipment maintenance.
• Maintain clean safe and organized spaces throughout the Tennis Center including grass courts and common areas.
• Support the day-to-day flow of tennis operations and assist team members during busy periods.
• Communicate guest feedback or concerns to the Head Tennis Professional.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the Tennis Center.

Qualifications

• Strong playing background with a minimum 4.0 NTRP level.
• RSPA PTR or equivalent certification preferred.
• Prior experience working at a racquet club country club or resort preferred.
• Passion for tennis and the ability to share that enthusiasm with resort guests.
• Strong communication skills with a warm guest-focused approach.
• Professional reliable presence and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small collaborative team.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat cold rain wind and direct sunlight.
• Spend extended periods standing walking and moving actively on court while teaching lessons clinics and programs.
• Frequently bend reach twist push pull and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
• Feed balls and demonstrate strokes for extended periods.
• Lift carry and move tennis equipment merchandise and supplies as needed.
• Move between tennis courts the Pro Shop and other Tennis Center areas throughout the workday.
• Work schedules may include mornings afternoons evenings weekends and holidays based on guest and operational needs.
• Full-season availability preferred; shorter seasonal commitments of approximately three months may be considered.

Perks

• Golf Privileges
• Retail & Restaurant Discounts
• Team Member Meal Program
• Uniform Benefit Provided
• Employee Assistance Program

Sand Valley LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

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