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Assistant Racquets Professional

The Denver Country Club is seeking an energetic, passionate, and career-minded Racquets Professional to join and strengthen our established racquets team. This position offers the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the racquets program while helping create energy and growth within key areas of the club. The successful candidate will take a leadership role in developing and expanding the pickleball program while also playing a significant role in the junior and women's tennis programs. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to grow within a premier private club environment while taking ownership of key program areas and continuing to develop as a racquets professional.

The position includes a balance of on-court instruction and program administration. Applicants should expect approximately 30–35 hours per week on court through lessons, clinics, programming, and events, along with 8–10 hours of weekly administrative responsibilities supporting racquets operations.

The Denver Country Club features some of the premier racquets facilities in the region, including:

• 4 Indoor Tennis Courts
• 4 Outdoor Cushioned Tennis Courts
• 2 Har-Tru Clay Courts
• 2 Seasonal Grass Courts
• 2 Platform Tennis Courts
• Up to 8 Temporary Pickleball Courts

This is a competitively compensated position that includes a base salary plus a strong commission structure for lessons, clinics, and programming. Full-time Denver Country Club employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; a holiday bonus; employee meals; and additional club benefits and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and growth of the club's pickleball programming
• Assisting with and supporting junior tennis development programs
• Playing a key role in the women's tennis program, including clinics, leagues, and events
• Providing private and group instruction for members of all ages and skill levels
• Assisting with racquets events, tournaments, and member programming
• Supporting daily racquets operations including scheduling, communications, and program administration
• Contributing to a positive and engaging racquets culture for members and staff

Qualifications include:

• Experience coaching tennis and pickleball required
• Platform tennis experience preferred, or willingness to learn, play, and teach the sport
• Strong communication and member-service skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Organized, self-motivated, and enthusiastic about growing racquets programming
• RSPA certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Physical requirements include:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously for extended periods during lessons and clinics.
• Ability to demonstrate tennis and pickleball techniques, including swinging a racquet/paddle, footwork patterns, and basic strokes.
• Ability to run, jog, or move quickly for short distances to feed balls or participate in drills.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and twist as needed for ball pickup, equipment setup, and court maintenance tasks.
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport teaching equipment such as ball baskets, ball machines, nets, and teaching aids (typically up to 25–50 pounds).
• Ability to push or pull ball carts or teaching equipment across the court.
• Ability to grip, hold, and swing a racquet or paddle repeatedly.
• Ability to feed balls consistently using hand‑feeding or racquet‑feeding techniques.
• Sufficient visual acuity to track balls, observe student technique, and ensure safety on the court.
• Sufficient hearing ability to communicate clearly with students in an outdoor or indoor court environment.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and sun exposure (for outdoor facilities).
• Ability to tolerate moderate to high levels of physical exertion in an active sports environment.

Interested applicants should submit a resume and references to Matt Helm, Director of Racquet Sports, at mhelm@denvercc.net.