The Cleveland Skating Club was founded in 1936 and currently has over 500 members. Athletic amenities include two international squash courts, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, platform tennis courts, an indoor pool, an ice rink, and a full range of dining, bar and banquet facilities. The Cleveland Skating Club is conveniently located between downtown Cleveland and the eastern suburbs and within two miles of Cleveland’s major cultural center. The Club completed a major renovation of its fitness and food & beverage spaces in 2023.
Cleveland is a vibrant Midwestern city with an established reputation in the squash community. Cleveland hosts both PSA women’s/men’s tournaments (Squash in the Land Silver tournament in January of 2025; some early round matches to be held at Cleveland Skating Club) and SDA women’s/men’s events (women’s invitational in November; men’s $30K event in April). Cleveland’s SEA affiliate, Urban Squash Cleveland, was founded in 2012 and operates a stand-alone four court facility on Cleveland’s west side.
The Squash Director will work independently to run junior programming, adult programming/coaching, and events to drive engagement within the squash program and club. The Squash Director will be responsible for enhancing our member programming and increasing member engagement. The candidate will work closely with the General Manager, staff and Squash Committee to ensure that all of the programming aligns with the objectives of the club and provides a superior experience for our members.
Experience Required
- Two years of coaching experience providing instruction in one-on-one and group settings
- Extensive experience in competing in squash at a high level
- Minimum US Squash Level 1 Coaching qualification
- Authorized to work in the US or possess the required credentials to qualify for an H-O1 Visa
Expectations for Position
- Create and organize events, programs and tournaments, including ladders, leagues and club championships
- Work cooperatively with staff in other departments to plan and execute inter-disciplinary club events
- Manage to a budget
- Have experience with administration/strong communication skills
- Encourage participation at all levels and ages
- Dedicate time to longer-term organization-building activities; develop and implement a long-term vision for the squash program
- Work within the Cleveland squash community to help grow the game both inside and outside of the club.
- Demonstrate a genuine love of squash combined with great sportsmanship and team spirit
- Be skilled in interacting with and training others, particularly children
- Have flexibility and availability in scheduling (including evenings and weekends)
Compensation
- Base salary plus competitive hourly commission rate for clinics, lessons, events, and camps.
- Health, Dental, and Vision.
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- 401k Retirement Plan with matching
- Holiday and Vacation Paid Time Off
- Estimated annual earnings between $70-$80K
Interested applicants should submit their CV/resume to Billie Jones at bjones@clevelandskatingclub.org