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Assistant Racquets Professional
Job Location:
Job Location:
Denver, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 85 - 95
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
13 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
17 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
POSITION: Assistant Racquets Professional
REPORTS TO:Director of Racquets
RATE:Salary plus commission and bonus
STATUS: Full-Time Salaried Non-Exempt
LOCATION-Denver CO 80218
About the club:
Established in 1887 Denver Country Club is recognized as the first club west of the Mississippi and one of the most prestigious private clubs in the country. The 585 member by invitation only private club hosts an 18 hole golf course two indoor golf simulators (Foresight Quads) indoor and outdoor tennis platform tennis pickleball ice hockey lawn bowling croquet casual and fine dining. The club has a long history of golf championships including the Denver Open (PGA Tour Event 1962-1964) Trans-Mississippi Amateur(upcoming 2022) Pacific Coast Amateur and Curtis Cup (1984).A Golf Course renovation was completed in 2020 - Gil Hanse. The renovation has helped to secure Denver Country Club as one of the premier golf courses in the Western United Golf Shop is consistently recognized as an AGM Platinum Award Winning Golf Shop(Top 100)and has been recognized as a multiple winner of theColorado Section PGA Merchandiser of the Year- Private Category.
CORE VALUES
Integrity
(honesty persistence commitment follow through sincerity trust)
Passion
(have fun be creative enthusiasm positive energy be purposeful excitement)
Teamwork
(cooperation support communication unity collaboration take initiative dependability)
Respect
(selfless self-awareness empathy compassion resolution understanding grateful)
Excellence
(quality consistency hard work process integrity results growth)
The Denver Country Club is seeking an energetic passionate and career-minded Racquets Professional to join and strengthen our established racquets team. The department currently includes a Director of Racquet Sports Head Racquet Sports Professional and Junior Tennis Director creating a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional member programming.
Target Start Date: September 1 2026 (or sooner)
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 womens 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 3035 hours per week on court through lessons clinics programming and events along with 810 hours of weekly administrative responsibilities supporting racquets operations.
FACITLITIES
- Founded in 1887 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
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This is a competitively compensated position that includes a base salary ($15000) plus a strong commission structure for lessons clinics and programming ($85-$95 lesson rates 70%-75% commissions).
Full-time Denver Country Club employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including:
This is a competitively compensated position that includes a base salary ($15000) plus a strong commission structure for lessons clinics and programming ($85-$95 lesson rates 70%-75% commissions).
Full-time Denver Country Club employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Holiday bonus
- Employee meals
- Additional club benefits and professional development opportunities
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development and growth of the clubs pickleball programming
- Assist with and support junior tennis development programs
- Play a key role in the womens tennis program including clinics leagues and events
- Provide private and group instruction for members of all ages and skill levels
- Assist with racquets events tournaments and member programming
- Support daily racquets operations including scheduling communications and program administration
- Contribute to a positive and engaging racquets culture for members and staff
QUALIFICATIONS
- 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
Essential Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here represent the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Movement & Activity
- 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.
Lifting & Carrying
- Ability to lift carry and transport teaching equipment such as ball baskets ball machines nets and teaching aids (typically up to 2550 pounds).
- Ability to push or pull ball carts or teaching equipment across the court.
Hand & Arm Use
- Ability to grip hold and swing a racquet or paddle repeatedly.
- Ability to feed balls consistently using handfeeding or racquetfeeding techniques.
Sensory Requirements
- 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.
Environmental Conditions
- 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.
APLICATION INFORMATION
Interested applicants should submit a resume and references to:
Matt Helm Director of Racquet Sports
Matt Helm Director of Racquet Sports
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
