CITY OF
TENNIS
PROFESSIONAL
DEFINITION
This is an exempt position, which is responsible recreation work
in planning, promoting, and implementing a well-rounded tennis program for all
residents of the City. An employee in
this classification is required to arrange for and supervise tennis activities
for participants ranging from school-age children through adults. Supervision may be exercised over
instructors, tennis court attendants, tennis court grounds men, volunteers, and
other employees who are devoting part of their time to tennis activities. Work assignments are reviewed through
conferences, written reports, and success of the tennis program.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Directs, coordinates and supervises the City's comprehensive
tennis program.
Participates in the preparation
of departmental budget request and proposals.
Plans, schedules and supervises the work of personnel assigned
to tennis facilities.
Instructs tennis lessons and coordinates tennis tournaments.
Meet with City officials, residents, groups, and organizations
regarding tennis programs.
Oversees the care and
maintenance of clay and hard tennis courts.
Prepares written or oral
reports and recommendations as required.
Performs related work as
required and as directed.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Thorough knowledge of the
practice, procedures and techniques employed in organizing and supervising a
comprehensive tennis program.
Considerable knowledge of the
rules, teaching and coaching techniques of tennis, and maintenance of clay and
hard tennis courts.
Considerable knowledge of the tennis facilities, equipment, and
personnel needed to staff the tennis program.
Considerable knowledge of
effective supervisory methods and techniques.
Ability to prepare and submit
reports, both written and orally.
Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of assigned
staff in a manner conductive to full performance and high morale.
Ability to express one's self clearly and conclusively, orally
and in writing.
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Ability to operate a City
vehicle and possess the required license.
Ability to establish and
maintain an effective working relationship with departmental officials,
community organizations and the general public.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Tennis Professional with background in the operation of a
municipal tennis facility with the ability to create and implement policies and
procedures that are sensitive to the majority of the
general population. Considerable
knowledge of maintenance of a total tennis facility to include Pro
Shop/restrooms and grounds.
Must be affiliated with the United States Professional Tennis
Association (ASPTA) or the United States Professional Tennis Registry (ASPTR).
This is a
designated Recovery classification in the Citys Emergency Operations Plan
and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared
emergencies. Attendance at National
Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is
mandatory.
REV: 10/07
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