Youth Tennis Helper
Minot Park District
Location
Minot, North Dakota
Salary
$11 - $12 / HOUR
Quick overview
The youth tennis helper assists coaches with daily tennis lessons and maintains the playing environment. Responsibilities include setting up equipment, sweeping courts, and reporting any safety concerns or emergencies.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have a basic understanding of tennis rules and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are required.
Job description
General purpose
To assist the coaches in daily duties, for the entire day of tennis lessons. The position requires attention to detail, knowledge of basic tennis rules, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Primary duties and responsibilities
- The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Follow instructions given by the tennis coaches.
- Help bring out and put away tennis equipment (tennis rackets, tennis balls, etc.)
- Sweep courts before program lessons begin, to maintain a safe and clean playing environment.
- Report any emergencies, injuries, rule violations, or concerns to the tennis coaches immediately.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the tennis coaches.
Minimum qualifications
Education/Experience
• No formal certification required in most cases, though some programs may provide basic training for being a tennis coach/helper.
Knowledge/Skills
- Basic understanding of tennis rules.
- Working knowledge or willingness to learn rules for youth tennis.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain neutral, confident, and professional during lessons.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to move around frequently for extended periods (outdoors), work in varying weather conditions, and occasionally lift light equipment (tennis rackets, tennis balls, etc.)
Other
• Reliable attendance
- Why Join Our Recreation Program?
- $50 Park Pass (Golf Course, Pool, Roosevelt Park Zoo, Open Skating)
- Flexible scheduling around school or other jobs
- Opportunity to stay active and give back to the community
- Positive, family-friendly environment focused on fun and development
**Other duties as assigned and performed as required**
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Park pass
