Salary: $23.35 – $27.78 Hourly
Location : Bellevue, WA
Job Type: Variable
Job Number: 23-00620
Department: Parks and Community Services
Division: PCS Recreation Entrprse Tennis
Opening Date: 10/23/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Come Join the City of Bellevue!
Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the “Hiring Process” section below to learn more.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about tennis and enjoy coaching players of all ages and skill levels? The Robinswood Tennis Center is seeking an experienced and dedicated Tennis Instructor to join our team. As a Tennis Instructor 2 you will provide high-quality tennis instruction, collaborate with others on our team to plan, organize, schedule, lead and promote a variety of tennis programs, activities, tournaments, and special events.
Robinswood Tennis Center is a year-round public facility serving primarily Bellevue residents but is considered a regional facility for the greater tennis community. The Tennis Center features a main building housing 4 indoor courts, locker room facilities, administrative offices, and a retail kiosk. There is an additional 4 outdoor courts, 2 of which are covered by a seasonal air structure (winter). Tennis programs offered include: youth and adult group lessons, private instruction, competitive youth development teams, drop-in classes such as cardio tennis, senior drill & play, and adaptive programs such as wheelchair tennis. Activities include USTA Leag
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Previous experience as a Tennis Instructor/coach is required.
- Proficiency in teaching both children and adults is essential.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Comprehensive knowledge of tennis techniques, strategies, and rules.
- Ability to create engaging and effective lesson programs and clinics.
- Familiarity of USTA NTRP rating system.
- Familiarity with the USTA 10 and Under Youth Tennis Progression.
- Ability to conduct individual participant skill evaluations.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, the community and program participants. • Ability to communicate in an articulate and informative manner. • Ability to provide clear instructions, written and verbal. • Ability to handle emergency situations. • Skill in working with diverse groups of people in a tactful, effective and respectful manner.
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements
- Three years or more of tennis teaching experience.
- PTR/USPTA certification preferred.
- Competitive tennis playing experience: High School, College, USTA League/Tournaments
- USTA Safe Play certification or be able to become certified within three months of hire.
- CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
Qualifications
Physical Demands:
- Work involves moving, communicating, and standing for extended periods of time.
- Vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- The employee may be required to set-up, lift, transport tennis equipment up to 25 pounds.
- Work environment may be indoors and/or outdoors.
- Hours may vary and may require weekends, evenings and holidays.
For questions regarding the position please contact John Soriano 425-452-7665 or via email at jsoriano@bellevuewa.gov.
HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.
- Answer the Questions when requested and can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
- We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage.
- Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
- All positions the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
- Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
- Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver’s license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.
The City of Bellevue values diversity in its workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran’s status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local laws.
At the City of Bellevue, you’ll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The five essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: exceptional public service, stewardship, committee to employees, integrity, and innovation. You’ll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It’s what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.
Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838 or If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
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For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
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Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees have no benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT II) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan, and any other benefits as required by law.
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Do you have at least three (3) years of professional related experience (i.e. tennis, teaching, coaching, instructor)?
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- No
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Why are you interested in the City of Bellevue and how does your previous experience make you a qualified candidate for this position?
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