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Posting Starts: 10/14/22  Posting Ends: 6/5/2023
City: Vancouver, BC
Contact name: Greg Macken, email: greg.macken@ubc.ca
Company name: UBC Tennis Centre
Job type: Full time

The University of British Columbia is looking to hire an experienced Tennis Professional to add to our team of full-time coaches. The UBC Tennis Centre is one of the best indoor facilities in Vancouver with 1 outdoor and 12 indoor courts. Here at UBC, we strive to create a culture that promotes teamwork, inclusivity and excellence while aiming to achieve our full potential.

This coach will have the opportunity to build their career and play a key role in our mission to become leaders in the tennis community by offering a comprehensive tennis program with quality instruction and customer service for all ages and levels to ensure a great tennis experience.

If you are a driven individual that believes in higher standards and does not accept the status quo this might be the place for you. We’re looking for someone who will make a positive impact on our team and who thrives on the development of people and tennis players at all levels.

POSITION DETAILS

The Tennis Professional must have a comprehensive and diverse skill set with experience in the areas of junior development, junior and adult programs, and event management. The Tennis Professional will work closely with the leadership team to deliver successful programs and initiatives on and off the court to grow Tennis within the Centre, University and Community.

Reporting directly to the Tennis Director, the Tennis Professional, in cooperation with the leadership team and coaching staff, will be responsible for implementing the Tennis Centre’s development plan. This position may also include teaching clinics, running adult and junior leagues, assisting, organizing, and attending social events, preparing records and reports, and promoting the game of tennis at the Centre.

The Tennis Professional will be expected to have excellent organizational & interpersonal skills. This position requires flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends, according to program or event needs.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Teaching private lessons, camps, junior and adult group clinics as required.
• Assist or lead the delivery of adult and junior leagues and programs.
• Perform all administrative duties required for areas of responsibility.
• Participate in junior and adult social events as required.
• Attend team meetings and assist with program development.
• Monitor and assist with the safety of our players / participants.
• Provide and maintain superior customer service to clients in the overall delivery of the tennis program.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, clients, and guests as well as external organizations and partners (i.e., Tennis Canada, Tennis BC, Schools and other facilities);
• Assist in the creation of competitive opportunities (i.e., leagues, ladders, and events) to inspire participation.
• Assist in the evaluation of junior and adult tennis programming on an annual basis. Make recommendations to the Tennis Director to improve service or programming.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Tennis Canada certified Club Pro 2 or International Equivalent.
• Minimum 3 -5 years of experience in the Tennis Industry
• Strong understanding of Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail oriented with good organizational skills.
• Criminal Record Check required
• Willing to obtain, or currently has First Aid Certification
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to learn quickly and have excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Enthusiastic, responsible, motivated

PLEASE NOTE:
Only applicants with the necessary minimum Tennis Canada certification or equivalency will be contacted regarding the position.

Any interested applicants must send a resume, cover letter and a list of 2-3 references to Greg Macken at greg.macken@ubc.ca. Any inquiries can be directed to the same email.

Posting Starts: 11/1/22  Posting Ends: 6/5/2023 
City: Vancouver, BC 
Contact Name: Greg Macken, email: greg.macken@ubc.ca 
Company Name: UBC Tennis Centre 
Job type: Full time 

The University of British Columbia is looking to hire a Progressive Tennis Coordinator to add to our team of full-time coaches. The UBC Tennis Centre is one of the premier indoor tennis facilities in Vancouver with 1 outdoor and 12 indoor courts. Here at UBC, we strive to create a culture that promotes teamwork, inclusivity and excellence while aiming to achieve our full potential.

The Progressive Tennis Coordinator will have the opportunity to build their career and play a key role in our mission to become leaders in the tennis community by overseeing and implementing our junior progressive tennis programs. With quality instruction and customer service, they will also play a critical role in ensuring a great tennis experience for everyone who walks through our doors.

If you are a driven individual that believes in higher standards and does not accept the status quo this is the place for you. We’re looking for someone who will make a positive impact on our team and who thrives on the development of people and tennis players at all levels.

POSITION DETAILS

The Progressive Tennis Coordinator must have specific experience in the areas of junior development, program administration, and event management. This Coach will be directly responsible for overseeing and coordinating all junior fundamental programs, shaping the mission and vision of our junior fundamental pathway, and organizing events for over 200 progressive tennis players. They will work closely with the leadership team to deliver successful programs and initiatives on and off the court to grow Tennis within the Centre, University and Community.

Reporting directly to the Tennis Director and Head Coach, the Progressive Tennis Coordinator, in cooperation with the leadership team and coaching staff, will also be responsible for implementing the Tennis Centre’s junior program curriculum while leading a team of coaches to employ this curriculum on the court. This position may also include training coaches, running adult and junior competitions, assisting, organizing, and attending social events, assisting with program registration, and promoting the game of tennis at the Centre.

The Progressive Tennis Coordinator will be expected to have excellent organizational & interpersonal skills. This position requires flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends, according to program or event needs.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Design and implement fundamental program mission, goals, and curriculum in collaboration with the leadership team
• Teaching private lessons, camps, junior and adult group clinics as required.
• Assist or lead the delivery of adult and junior leagues and programs.
• Perform all administrative duties required for areas of responsibility.
• Participate in junior and adult social events as required.
• Attend team meetings and assist with program development.
• Monitor and assist with the safety of our players/participants.
• Provide and maintain superior customer service to clients in the overall delivery of the tennis program.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, clients, and guests as well as external organizations and partners (i.e., Tennis Canada, Tennis BC, Schools and other facilities);
• Assist in the creation of competitive opportunities (i.e., leagues, ladders, and events) to inspire participation.
• Assist in the evaluation of junior and adult tennis programming on an annual basis. Make recommendations to the Tennis Director to improve service or programming.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Tennis Canada certified Club Pro 2 or International Equivalent.
• Minimum 3 -5 years of experience in the Tennis Industry
• Strong understanding of Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail oriented with good organizational skills.
• Criminal Record Check required
• Willing to obtain, or currently has First Aid Certification
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to learn quickly and have excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Enthusiastic, responsible, motivated

The Tennis BC Hubs @ Richmond and @ Stanley Park are looking to hire two Certified Tennis Professionals at Richmond, and three Certified Tennis Professionals for Stanley Park.

The Tennis Professionals will report to the Head Tennis professional and would be available to run adult and junior group lessons and teach private lessons starting from April 1, 2023.

Requirements/Qualifications:
• Current TPA Club Pro 1 certification minimum.
• Experience working with kids (5-16 years old)
• Solid experience teaching group lessons for adults. (1.0 to 4.0)
• Up-to-date Vulnerable Sector Police Background/Criminal Check
• Friendly, caring, outgoing, punctual, reliable, willingness to improve, and energetic.

Roles are scheduled to begin April 1, 2023.
Compensation starting from $35-40 per hour and going up to $70 per hour. Please send your resume to: amedina@tennisbc.org
We thank you for your interest, only those who are being considered will be contacted.

The Salt Spring Tennis Association (SSTA) is looking for a coach to take over the Head Professional role at our beautiful two-court Indoor Tennis Centre. Tennis, indoors and out, has been an important part of life here for over 100 years.  We are a thriving club of 200+ keen and lively players.  The current coaches have built a vigorous junior and adult lesson program, ready for the right coach or coaching team to take over.  This position might even suit a couple who would both enjoy a warm island welcome.

If you are looking for a great lifestyle on BC’s largest Gulf Island, we have the job for you!  Our community is friendly and inclusive.  We are passionate about active good health, good food and the arts. Other than tennis–cycling, birding, hiking, paddle boarding or a farm-to-table dinner, could be part of a typical day, followed by a musical evening.  Island living on Salt Spring has so much to offer! 

You would be your own boss, lease courts from the indoor tennis centre and run junior and adult programs in coordination with other club bookings and activities.

Key Duties:

• Maintain and improve a recreational junior program for all levels and ages. We currently have  

50+ juniors in after-school and match play programs

• Approximately 24+ hours of Junior After School programs a week during the school year
• Program and teach adult group and private lessons for all levels, 12+ hours per week
• Run week-long Junior Summer Camps July/August
• Run 2 – 4 Junior Tennis events locally each year
• Organize and promote your lessons and programs, maintain timely communication with members
• Communicate and collaborate with the SSTA volunteer board on an ongoing basis

Qualifications Necessary:

• Tennis Canada Club Pro 1 or 2, or with Club Pro 1 certification in process (or international equivalent).
• 4.5 + NTRP playing level is recommended
• Minimum 3 years coaching experience
• Current membership in the TPA with own liability insurance through TPA membership
• Criminal Record Check and Safe Sport Certification both required
• Basic administrative, computer and communication skills
• An entrepreneurial spirit and desire to be self-employed
• A sense of fun and enthusiasm for your work and life; you should enjoy people

Compensation is an hourly rate for lessons based on experience and ability.

Monthly stipend negotiable for administration duties.

Start Date: Spring/Summer 2023

https://clubspark.ca/saltspringtennis/Coaching (info on our club).

Contact: marjorieblackwood@msn.com for more information or to set up an interview.

  SUMMER SMASH TENNIS

Tennis Instructor-Spring and Summer

Summer Smash Tennis is looking to hire a tennis instructor for the 2023 outdoor season. Full or part time work is available.

Full Job Description Here

  SUMMER SMASH TENNIS

Senior Tennis Instructor-Year-Round | Summer Smash Tennis

Summer Smash Tennis is looking to hire an experienced tennis instructor to teach programs for children and adults. Full or part-time work available.

FULL JOB DECRIPTION HERE

Tennis For Life is looking to hire a highly experienced full-time a Lead Tennis Professional who is excellent at customer service and has comprehensive skills and experience, especially in coaching adult learners of all ages and levels.

Job Description

Tennis For Life (TFL), located 1650 Foster Ave, Coquitlam,  is a fast-growing tennis management and service company and a family of tennis enthusiasts and passionate professionals who deeply care about our tennis coaches, players and families, on and off the court. We have one of Western Canada’s most qualified coaching teams and are proud of a culture of courtesy, kindness, relatability, humility, contribution, and gratitude.

We are looking to hire a qualified person as a Lead Tennis Professional (coach) who currently lives the values we uphold strongly and is pursuing a full-time coaching career in a high-standard environment with long-term commitment.

As a Lead Tennis Professional (coach), the qualified candidate will play an integral role in maximizing program participation and players’ retention, as well as the effectiveness and quality of our program delivery, predominantly in our adult and competitive programs. As a lead professional, the candidate must be excellent at customer service and have comprehensive skills and experience, especially in coaching adult learners of all ages and levels.

Job Details:

The Lead Tennis Professional will work closely with the leadership team to deliver successful programs, events and initiatives on and off the court to grow Tennis participation within the centre and our community. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Lead Tennis Professional, in cooperation with the leadership team and coaching staff, will be responsible for implementing our development plan. This position may also include teaching clinics, running adult and junior leagues, assisting, organizing, and attending social events, preparing records and reports, and promoting the game of tennis within the centre and our community. This position requires flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends, according to program or event needs.

• Number of Positions: 1
• Location of Work: 1650 Foster Ave, Coquitlam, V3J 7X1
• Term: Permanent, full-time employment
• Wage: $27 hourly for 40 hours per week
• Language of Work: English
• Start Date: as soon as possible

Role Responsibilities:

• Role model a ‘Service-First’ attitude and being ‘Powered-On and Energized’ at all times.
• Deliver quality group and private tennis sessions to players of varying ages and levels according to the Quality Standards as learned in Tennis Canada coaching certification courses.
• Develop players’ point play skills (regardless of their age and playing level) by implementing ‘Tactic First’ approach and utilizing modern coaching methodology and technology as learned in Tennis Canada coaching certification courses.
• Meet program objectives and retention benchmarks.
• Ensure a seamless progression within our program pathway. 
• Assist with the development and implementing our coaching curriculum for adult and junior programs.
• Assist with the development of assistant coaches in adult and junior programs.
• Assist directors with delivering camps and events when required.
• Attend coaches’ meetings and assist with overall improvement of tennis program.
• Welcome players’ feedback and inquires, and respond back in a timely, professional and helpful manner
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Tennis Canada certified Club Professional 1 certified or higher Club Stream certifications
• Be an active member of Tennis Professional Association (TPA) of Tennis Canada and meeting TPA’s Safe Sport requirements: a clear Background Check, completion of Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders online course, Declaration of Good Character.
• Minimum 3 years full-time coaching experience in established tennis clubs or facilities
• Minimum 4.5 playing level according to Tennis Canada’s Player Rating Scale.
• Attention to details while working in a noisy environment and standing for extended periods.
• Excellent customer service and efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Organized, accurate, dependable, taking initiative and being flexible.
• Interpersonal awareness, good judgement and ethical.
• Positive and willing to contribute to our team cohesion, culture and performance.
• Commit to deliver the best-in-class services and quality programs that promote retention and life-long participation.
• Available Monday to Sunday (working shifts can vary from 7am to 11pm).

Benefits:

• Team building events & activities
• Free on-site parking
• Professional development and educational opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities

Who Can Apply:

Only apply to this job if:

• You are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
• You have a valid Canadian work permit and plan to stay and work in Canada

If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.

How to Apply:

Please email your application to: hassan@tennisforlife.ca

Here is what you must include in your application:

• Cover letter
• Proof of the requested certifications
• Letters of recommendation or references attesting to experience

The West Vancouver Tennis Club is looking for a certified coach. We have a full-time and a part-time position available.

Please send your CV to Karin Menke, Director of Tennis at karin@wvtc.ca for full details and to discuss the position.

RCC is looking to hire a full-time tennis professional who will fit well within our team environment and is also experienced teaching adult and junior players.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE

Tennis Professionals

For over 100 years, Jericho Tennis Club has built an esteemed reputation as one of Vancouver’s most exclusive, yet welcoming private clubs. From world class tennis and squash to athletics and an unmatched social scene, membership is about being a part of a unique, oceanside community on the spectacular shores of Jericho Beach.

We are looking for seasoned Tennis Professionals with experience in coaching junior and adult players. Your several years’ experience combined with post-secondary education in sports or recreation has prepared you for this position. You know tennis as a sport and a passion. You will work with an experienced team of Tennis Professionals. Our members are keen to learn and develop their tennis skills. You have obtained a minimum of the Tennis Canada’s National Coach Certification program, a higher certification, or equivalent to be considered for this position. (www.tpacanada.com “Coaching development’). Your resume includes competition, development as a coach and a practice that includes instruction to all ages. You must pass a criminal record check.

Applicants should express their interest to

Fiachra Lennon

Director of Tennis

Jericho Tennis Club                                  flennon@jerichotennisclub.com

Or

Through Jericho Tennis Club’s Indeed employment website.

Tennis Professionals for Summer 2023

For over 100 years, Jericho Tennis Club has built an esteemed reputation as one of Vancouver’s most exclusive, yet welcoming private clubs. From world class tennis and squash to athletics and an unmatched social scene, membership is about being a part of a unique, oceanside community on the spectacular shores of Jericho Beach.

We are looking for emerging Tennis Professionals with experience in coaching junior and adult players. Your experience combined with post-secondary education in sports or recreation has prepared you for this position. You know tennis as a sport and a passion. You will work with an experienced team of Tennis and Athletic Professionals. The families of our members are keen to learn and develop their tennis skills.

You have obtained Tennis Canada’s National Coach Certification program, a higher certification, or equivalent to be considered for this position. (www.tpacanada.com “Coaching development’).

Your resume includes competition, development as a coach and a practice that includes instruction to all ages. You must pass a criminal record check.

This opportunity is for the upcoming Summer (July to August) 2023. Possibilities might exist for employment prior to or after this period.

Applicants should express their interest to:

Fiachra Lennon

Director of Tennis

Jericho Tennis Club                                  flennon@jerichotennisclub.com

Or to:

Bob Kenward

Human Resources Advisor                     Hr@ Jerichotennisclub.com

The Salmon Arm Tennis Club (SATC) is looking for a head coach.  The SATC is a friendly and vibrant tennis club in the Shuswap area of British Columbia. We have 4 floodlit outdoor courts and in 2019 we added a permanent structure featuring 3 brand new year-round indoor courts. We currently have close to 200 members at our club. If you are looking for an affordable, great lifestyle in the Shuswap, this is a position you should consider.  Kelly Hubbard – Tennis Director of the Kamloops Tennis Centre will be assisting the board of the SATC in the hiring process and will be available to answer questions regarding compensation and any other questions.

Responsibilities:

• Increase participation in junior programs.
• Start an in-school program.
• Program and teach adult group and private lessons.
• Run week-long Junior Summer Camps July/August
• Run Junior and adult tournaments. 
• Organize and promote lessons and programs.
• Connect with local business to promote tennis.
• Communicate with the SATC board monthly.

Qualifications:

• Tennis Canada Club Pro 1, Coach 1, or Club Pro 1 or 2
• 4.5 + NTRP playing level is recommended.
• Current membership with the TPA
• Criminal Record Check and Safe Sport Certification 
• Basic administrative, computer and communication skills
• An entrepreneurial spirit and desire to be self-employed.
• A sense of fun and enthusiasm for your work and life

This is a contracted position with a percentage split which can be lucrative for the right applicant.
Start Date: TBD

Contact: satccoach@gmail.com for more information or to set up an interview.