Player Development Professional

First Tee – Greater Richmond (FTGR) is a youth development organization that uses the game of golf and its inherent values to shape the lives of young people from all walks of life. We are strengthening the character of the community by providing programs that build resilience in our youth, teach critical life skills, and provide caring adult supervision in a safe environment. The organization is seeking an individual who is mission-minded with a “can do”, team first attitude, and is passionate about cultivating a vibrant culture of continued learning, golf, and life skill development. This role will lead, manage, and deliver First Tee Program classes utilizing the First Tee curriculum on scheduled days to further create dynamic and seamless learning environments for youth in our community. In addition, the Player Development Professional will support golf operations by assisting with clinics and special events as needed. This individual will be a role model who leads by example and represents First Tee – Greater Richmond in a positive manner throughout the service area to parents, youth participants, patrons, donors, volunteers, and staff. Belmont Golf Course was built in 1917 by Hall of Fame architect A.W. Tillinghast as Hermitage Country Club.  In the 1930’s and 1940’s, the course was a frequent stop for the PGA hosting the Richmond Invitational and 1949 PGA Championship.  Legends like Ben Hogan, Sam Snead and more walked these hallowed fairways.  In 1977, Hermitage Country Club built a new facility west of Richmond and Henrico County purchased the course and named the property Belmont Golf Club.  Operated by the county until 2019, First Tee – Greater Richmond leased the course and conducted a $5M renovation to the golf course converting it to a 12-hole course (Belmont), a 6-hole course (Little Bell), and an 18-hole putting course (Ringer) with practice facilities that rival that of the best private clubs.