Under the direction of the Director of Racquet Sports, the Tournament Coordinator coordinates tournament planning, communication, and execution while supporting strategic programming and tournament growth at Greater Midland Tennis Center. This position helps ensure well-organized events and a positive experience for participants, members and guests. The Tournament Coordinator must be available to work a flexible schedule, including tournament weekends, maintain high personal standards, and consistently demonstrate Greater Midland’s Values and Purpose.
Major Job Responsibilities
• Prepare and submit bids for USTA tournaments at the Michigan, Midwest and national levels.
• Coordinate communications for all junior and adult USTA events and tournaments.
• Collaborate with directors and staff to plan and execute tournaments effectively.
• Coordinate tournament operations to ensure organized events and a positive participant experience.
• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency within the position’s responsibilities.
• Consistently demonstrate professionalism and leadership behaviors aligned with Greater Midland’s values.
Qualification Requirements
• A minimum of two years of experience in an office environment or related field preferred.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with close attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including tournament weekends.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
This position is based at Greater Midland Tennis Center and involves regular communication and interaction with vendors, members, guests, leadership and staff. Various hours will include early mornings, late evenings and weekends. Responsibilities include regular keyboard use and periods of sitting while working at a computer as well as ability to navigate facility during tournaments.
Skills Required
- At least two years of experience in an office environment or related field
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Close attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective problem-solving and basic troubleshooting skills
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including tournament weekends
- Ability to use a keyboard regularly and work at a computer while sitting
- Ability to navigate the facility during tournaments
What We Do
We build healthier lives by creating unforgettable wellness, recreation and social experiences that are accessible to everyone. We are nationally recognized “solutionaries,” transforming lives through wellness, recreation and social experiences for a vibrant future. Greater Midland has incredible life changing operations located at: Community Center Tennis Center North-End Fitness Center Family Centers (North and Coleman locations) Corporate Wellness Nonprofit Consulting Services Curling Center
