Job Opening: Pro, Philadelphia

Posted June 18, 2015

SQUASH PROFESSIONAL
GERMANTOWN CRICKET CLUB | PHILADELPHIA

ABOUT THE CLUB
GCC is a private country club in an urban setting that offers a full range of athletic and social activities. Located 15 minutes from center city Philadelphia on fourteen acres hidden away in Germantown is the Germantown Cricket Club. Recreational and Social amenities include 5 singles squash courts, 2 doubles squash courts, 45 tennis courts, a fitness center, swimming pool, bowling alleys, cricket grounds and an elegant clubhouse that is listed on the national register of historic places.

JOB SUMMARY:
The squash professional is responsible for the teaching, training and coaching of adult and junior members in the squash department in accordance to GCC standards and is responsible for maintaining the standards and rules of the game as outlined by US Squash and PSRA while representing Germantown Cricket Club. 

REPORTS TO: Club General Manager and Director of Squash

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Demonstrated knowledge and excellence in squash singles and doubles
• Excellent communication skills with members in appropriate tone and manner
• Extremely strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work under the direction of the Director of Squash.
It is understood that this position is a Full- Time, year round position and it is expected that the Squash professional be present during peak times and when the Director of Squash dictates to facilitate the clubs Squash program.
Responsible to teach and train adult and junior players.
Responsible to coach junior squash players at squash competitions.
Coach and participate in training clinics in accordance to US Squash standards.
Manage squash tournaments, both internal and external where GCC is represented.
Is responsible to teach at all squash club sponsored camps and clinics as assigned by the Director of Squash.
Must be able to communicate effectively with management and staff.
Listens to, then respond to the comments, requests and questions from the members and the staff of the club.  Communicate with the customers and solicit their input (good or bad).
Makes sure that the member leaves satisfied; settles any disputes while maintaining good member relations.
Maintains a safe, clean and healthy environment for all the members, guests and staff, ensuring all safety rules are followed.
Responsible for enforcing the rules of club.
Must be proficient in pro shop operations, lesson billing, and able to adhere to and administer all policies and procedures of the club in accordance to established standards.
Responsible for assisting in the selling of pro-shop merchandise and proficient in stringing racquets.
Controls cost by properly maintaining equipment.
Adhere to the dress code and all of Germantown Cricket Club policies.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Squash.
GCC hosts a school squash program during the season, the squash professional may take on a responsible coaching role with one of the school teams.


Position Available – August, 2015

This job opening is a salaried full-time, year round position. Germantown Cricket Club offers Health, Dental, 401K and paid vacation.

Submit cover letter and resumes to Director of Squash, Doug Whittaker:

dwhittaker@germantowncricket.org