Director of Golf Operations

Job Description Work Arrangement: Fully onsite

Budgeted Salary Range : $90,293 - $104,412

Director of Golf Operations Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”) is the premier intercollegiate athletics and recreation program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 139 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you!

Position Overview Stanford Athletics is seeking a highly motivated and experienced golf professional to serve as Director of Golf Operations. Reporting directly to the Director of Men's Golf and Director of Women’s Golf, this position serves as the operational backbone of Stanford's Men's and Women's Golf programs, overseeing tournament management, team logistics, recruiting operations, and facility administration. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, financial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple high-profile events and stakeholder relationships simultaneously.

Key Areas of Focus Tournament Director

Serve as Tournament Director for all annually hosted intercollegiate events, including the Stanford Intercollegiate hosted by Dr. Condoleezza Rice, The Prestige at PGA West, The Goodwin at Stanford GC, The Cypress Point Classic, The Big Match v. Cal Golf, The LPGA Nanea Cup, NCAA Regional Championships

Serve as Tournament Director for all annually hosted fundraising events, including the Shultz Cup, the Cardinal Classic, the Big Game Cup, the Stanford Men's Golf Alumni Match, the Art Chauvel Volunteer Tournament, and the Men's and Women's Golf Alumni Reunion

Oversee all aspects of tournament management, including:

Communicating with visiting teams and coaches on tournament logistics and conditions of play

Coordinating with Stanford Golf Course staff, the Superintendent, and the Learning Center manager

Coordinating officiating with the NCGA and USGA

Liaising with volunteer coordinators

Arranging hospitality (meals, snacks, beverages) for all participants and organizers

Reserving hotel blocks and ordering trophies and tee prizes

Coordinating with DAPER medical, media, and facility staff as required

Act as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders before, during/ after events

Manage tournament budgets and finances

Develop operational timelines, coaches packets, and event materials

Coordinate tournament setup, signage, and scoring requirement

Team Administration Team Travel

Manage all aspects of team travel, including airfare, lodging, transportation, and per diem

Prepare and distribute itineraries and packing lists prior to departure

Organize team meals during competition as needed

Process and pay team entry fees

Coordinate team van services, including maintenance, fueling, and cleanliness

Team Equipment

Ensure all equipment is in working order and manage replacement orders

Partner with coaching staff and facilities to maintain updated branding and graphics in the clubhouse and practice facility

Manage and organize team storage units

Coordinate with coaching staff on locker room needs

Maintain team technology, including Trackman, V1, BodiTrak, and Blast Motion systems

Student-Athlete Welfare

Organize end-of-year banquets, including awards procurement

Organize and oversee team community service initiatives

Coordinate leadership and development programming for student-athletes

Serve as the main point of contact for foreign tours

Partner with DAPER nutritionist to fuel athletes for practice and competition

Development

Support DAPER Development in stewarding golf alumni and Siebel Varsity Golf Training Complex users

Partner with Development on preparations for the Shultz Cup and Cardinal Classic

Write donor thank-you notes alongside head coaches; guide teams in donor appreciation efforts

Manage alumni communication, relations, and special events

Siebel Varsity Golf Training Complex & Clubhouse Management

Communicate schedules and updates to Siebel Complex users via email

Coordinate food service, towel service, and related logistics

Facilitate access and hospitality for Siebel Complex VIP guests

Coordinate with coaching staff on facility operations, events, and team practice

Develop and implement operating procedures for equipment and technology used

Manage facility technology systems and coordinate troubleshooting, maintenance, and vendor support as needed

Recruiting

Coordinate official and unofficial visits, including airfare, hotels, tickets, and dining

Submit all NCAA compliance paperwork related to recruit visits

Conduct occasional campus and facility tours

Finance and Budget

Process and track all team expenses and reimbursements

Assist coaching staff with annual projected budget numbers

Work in partnership with DAPER finance team to track annual budgets

Manage purchasing and procurement for team, facility, tournament, and camp operational needs

Serve as primary liaison with DAPER Finance and Procurement on golf program purchases and payment