Golf Professional - DICKS House of Sport

## Key Role Overview The Golf Professional delivers high-quality golf instruction while building and maintaining a student base, partnering with local organizations, and promoting DICK'S House of Sport services. The role combines teaching, club-fitting collaboration, community outreach, and measurable financial/metric goals to grow lessons and services. ## What are the Key Responsibilities? - Build and grow a student base by creating safe environments for golfers and delivering high-quality instruction. - Assess clients to identify swing/game strengths and weaknesses, determine lesson goals, and act as a Trusted Advisor for each student. - Continuously develop teaching skills, adapt instruction to students' learning styles, and seek opportunities for self-improvement. - Strive to meet and exceed financial and metric goals through creative student acquisition and retention efforts. - Lead and participate in community outreach by partnering with local organizations to promote lessons, fittings, club tech, and other services. - Collaborate with Certified Fitters and teammates to enhance the Trusted Advisor experience during fittings and lesson planning. ## What are the Required Qualifications? - High School Diploma or Equivalent. - 1-3 years of relevant experience. - Active PGA of America Class A or LPGA member in good standing, or PGA/LPGA Apprentice Level 1, 2, 3, or interest in becoming a PGA/LPGA member through the Associate Program. - 3+ years knowledge of club-fitting through hands-on experience and/or OEM training. - Track. Man Level 1 & 2 certification. - Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. - Passion for golf equipment and related technology. - Desire for continued personal learning and for teaching others; stays current with industry trends. ## What are the Preferred Qualifications? - Advanced PGA/LPGA certifications or higher-level membership status. - Additional OEM fitting certifications or extensive club-fitting experience. - Demonstrated experience leading community outreach, promotions, or program development. - Prior success in building lesson programs, meeting financial targets, and collaborating across departments (fitting, club tech, retail). ## Compensation & Benefits - Salary range: Not specified in the posting. - Key benefits: career advancement and development opportunities, training and learning resources, inclusive and diverse workplace culture. ## Additional Information - Work arrangement: Full-time position located at Store1612 in Arlington, TX. - Virtual interview requirements: cameras must be on for all virtual interviews; candidates are not permitted to use AI tools during interviews or assessments. - Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check, which may include ID verification. - The role emphasizes community involvement and local partnerships to promote the DICK'S House of Sport experience.