Racquet Sports Lead, Sports Core
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Kohler, WI
Schedule: This is a part-time position requiring availability on weekdays and weekends. Shifts vary between 7:00am – 10:00pm.
Opportunity
Join a dynamic and guest-focused team in a commission-based Racquet Sports Professional role, where your passion for tennis and pickleball directly contributes to both member experience and business success.
In this role, you will help drive financial and strategic goals while supporting daily operations within a premier Sports Core and resort environment. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong relationships, stay connected to the industry through organizations such as the USTA, USPTA, and PPA, and deliver exceptional programming for players of all ages and abilities.
This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by maximizing facility usage, creating innovative programming, and promoting overall health and wellness through racquet sports, group fitness, and personal training offerings—all while maintaining a safe, welcoming, and high-quality environment.
Specific Responsibilities
Strategy & Financial Performance: Partner with the Director of Racquet Sports to develop and execute financial and marketing plans; ensure expenditures align with approved budgets and support participation and revenue goals.
Instruction & Programming: Plan and deliver private, semi-private, and group tennis and pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Facilitate engaging programs, events, clinics, and social activities for members, guests, and the public, while helping to establish and uphold instructional standards and maximize court utilization.
Tournaments & Industry Engagement: Assist in organizing and executing sanctioned and non-sanctioned tournaments in accordance with WTA, USTA, and USA Pickleball guidelines. Stay current with industry trends and maintain active involvement with local, regional, and national organizations; serve as an ambassador when needed.
Junior Development & Community Outreach: Support and champion year-round junior programming through lessons, clinics, specialty programs, and tournament coaching (on- and off-site), while promoting racquet sports across all age groups and skill levels.
Operations, Facilities & Safety: Ensure a safe, high-quality experience across all indoor and outdoor facilities by conducting regular inspections, coordinating with maintenance on equipment needs, and adhering to all applicable standards and guidelines.
Retail & Guest Experience: Collaborate with management on Pro Shop retail offerings, merchandising, and promotions; provide racquet stringing and gripping services (if qualified) while delivering exceptional service.
Administration & Team Collaboration: Maintain accurate records, lesson rosters, and reporting; work closely with operations teams, participate in meetings, and uphold the standards of a premier membership club and Forbes/5-Star resort environment.
Skills/Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years experience at a high caliber club or resort required.
- Maintain at least one nationally recognized tennis and pickleball certification (PTR, RSPA).
- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application.
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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Total compensation for this position includes a commission based on a percentage of individual sales, as well as an hourly rate for administrative functions. The specific commission earned may be influenced by a variety of factors.
Why Work at Kohler Co.?
Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen.So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.
In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
About Us
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com.
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement .
