Do you have a passion for community tennis and a drive to help it thrive locally? The Springfield-Greene County Park Board is looking for a dedicated individual to lead its Community Tennis section. In this role, you’ll plan, organize, and oversee tennis programs and facilities while also serving as both an on-court instructor and program manager—offering a unique blend of hands-on teaching and leadership responsibilities.
What to Expect: - Leads the development and implementation of curriculum for Cooper Tennis Academy and Community Tennis programs.
- Facility management of Cooper Tennis Complex.
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to design programs and expand community outreach efforts.
- Recruits, hires, and trains instructional staff.
- Evaluates classes, providing ongoing training and performance feedback to teaching staff.
- Facilitates player and parent education sessions, sharing current trends in junior development and offering guidance on tournaments and pathways for growth.
- Supports budget management, including monitoring revenue and expenses.
- Organizes and oversees leagues and tournaments within Community Tennis and in partnership with organizations such as USTA, UTR, and ITT.
Preferred Qualifications:- Demonstrates strong financial insight and budgeting expertise.
- Prior facility management experience.
- Proven success in organizing and managing tournaments.
- Experience leading teams of teaching professionals or tennis athletes in a collaborative, effective manner.
- Excellent communication skills with players, parents, coaches, and colleagues.
- Highly organized and able to excel in a fast-paced environment.
- Dedicated to expanding the game through innovative programs and community outreach.
Benefits include:- Generous paid leave
- Paid pension retirement
- Paid health insurance
- and MUCH MORE!
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About Cooper Tennis Complex:Cooper Tennis Complex offers tennis lessons, leagues and play for all ages. The complex includes 12 indoor courts and 17 outdoor lighted courts, including the 2,500-seat stadium court. Cooper Tennis Complex also has a full-service pro shop with racquet stringing and grip services, locker rooms with showers, a fitness room with exercise equipment and free weights, a small conference room and a large furnished meeting area.Cooper Tennis Complex opened in 1994 and had a major expansion in 2006. It has been named:- 2000 USTA Outstanding Tennis Facility
- 2006 USTA Missouri Valley Section Facility of the Year
- 2016, 2022, 2023, & 2024 USTA Missouri Valley Facility of the Year
- 2025 USTA Missouri Valley Member Organization of the Year
Experience, Education, and Training
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Business Management, Facility Management, Sports Management, or a closely related area;
AND- Three years of experience in supervising and coaching tennis programs;
PREFERRED- Prior tennis facility management experience.
Licensing/Certification- If operating a motor vehicle for the purpose of completing job duties, must possess a valid driver’s license.
Preferred- Certified Park & Recreation Professional (CPRP) is desirable.
- United States Professional Tennis Registry (USPTR) and or United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) preferred or should be obtained within probationary period.
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job description.Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and VetThe City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.
Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
