About the position
Sarasota National Club, located in Venice, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Golf Teaching Professional! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.
Responsibilities
Teaches the fundamentals of the golf swing as established by the Director of Instruction.Designs and implements marketing ideas to promote golf instruction and bring in additional revenues to the club.Oversees range set-up and equipment. Helps to maintain general upkeep of the driving range, lesson tee and storage shed.Promotes all club golf activities including junior golf clinics.Instructs and assists in the development of qualified and certified assistants. Educates teaching staff throughout the golf season with monthly clinics and/or roundtable sessions.Coordinates and teaches clinics on weekly basis.Act as a liaison between Golf Digest and the Club regarding golf school schedules, needs, and equipment.Maintains an up-to-date inventory of all teaching aids on property including video equipment.Assists Director of Instruction with Golf Digest Schools and Troon Golf Institute.Assists in the creation of lesson plans.Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Assistant and Associate Golf Professionals and Guest Services Attendants.Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.Regular and reliable attendance.Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (BA) from four-year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Multi-course facilities may require more experience).Class A member of PGA/LPGA.Ability to read and speak English is required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates are required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.Experience with computerized POS and tee time system.