Assistant Golf Director

### **Overview** • *DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION** The application filing period will begin on August 21, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates. • *Exam Number:** D8813C • *Type of Recruitment: **We welcome applications from everyone. • *Why work for us?** The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation operates the largest publicly owned golf course system in the nation, with 20 golf courses at 18 different facilities. These golf courses feature a variety of breathtaking settings from the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains to the Pacific coastline overlooking Catalina Island. Born from the vision of forward-thinking public officials during its acquisition and development phases, the County’s golf course system has matured into a leading example of public-private partnership, delivering high-quality golf services. ### **Experience Required** • *Option I:** A Bachelor's degree\* from an accredited college or university • *-AND-** One year of experience in golf programming,\*\* golf instruction\*\*\*, or golf course operations.\*\*\*\* • *-OR-** • *Option II:** Five years of experience in golf programming,\*\* golf instruction,\*\*\* or golf course operations.\*\*\*\* • *LICENSE:** A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. • *SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:** \*In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's degree or higher, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution with your application at the time of filing -or- email it to vyu@parks.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must betranslated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812\_PPG123.pdf (Download PDF reader) and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105\_PPG\_123\_ACE\_Resource\_Guide.pdf (Download PDF reader) We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. \*\*Golf programming includes developing or implementing structured methods and plans to introduce and develop people in the sport of golf. This includes personal growth, physical development, social skills, golf etiquette and rules. \*\*\*Golf instruction includes the practice of teaching and improving a player’s skill and performance by providing guidance on techniques, strategies, or practice methods. This experience must occur as an employee or contractor of a business offering golf services. \*\*\*\*Golf course operations are responsibilities related to golf course maintenance or golf clubhouse operations. • *Desirable Qualifications:** Additional experience beyond the minimum requirements supervising golf programming, golf instruction, or golf course operations. ### **Essential Responsibilities** Assists the Golf Director in the following activities: - Directs, through lessees, the operation and maintenance of golf course facilities and the scheduling of routine games of golf and special events, such as junior, adult, senior, and charitable golf tournaments and outings. - Establishes, administers, and evaluates specialized golf programs, policies, and procedures related to operations, golf play, and activities. - Develops, designs, and schedules golf special events, such as competitions, clinics, workshops, and lessons. - Directs and controls the ordering of materials, supplies, and equipment for specialized golf programs. - Evaluates and monitors the golf course system operation and the progress of capital improvement projects. - Monitors and enforces the management of lessees performance as it relates to contractual obligations in maintenance service, starter and concession operations, and other golf operations. - Researches, applies for, and tracks various types of grants, as well as, local sources of revenue to carry out specialized golf program operations and activities. - Investigates, or supervises the investigation of, complaints by the public and the department regarding golf course facility operations and recommends solutions. - Evaluates and prepares reports on staff assigned to golf course facilities to ensure proper maintenance and service to the public. - Engages with community, civic, governmental, and professional groups in order to foster interest in golf programs and maintain a positive public image for the department. - Directs the publishing and distribution of informational and promotional literature. - Prepares correspondence and reports, including a variety of golf statistical reports for departmental information.