Golf Professional - Golf Galaxy

About the position At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve. If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today! OVERVIEW: Job Duties & Responsibilities Builds student base by creating safe environments for all Golfers, provide high quality instruction, and build long lasting relationships with each student. Talk with clients to identify strengths and weaknesses of swing / game, get to root of students’ lesson goals, and act as Trusted Advisor for each respective student. The Golf Professional will seek out information and opportunities to develop self to become a better teacher. Ensure teaching concepts are directed toward students understanding and adjust teaching style to best facilitate students learning. The Golf Professional is continuously looking for new and creative ways to build a robust student base, striving to meet and exceed the financial and metric goals for the role. The Golf Pro is directly involved in community outreach by partnering with local organizations to teach, support, and spread awareness of the Golf Galaxy experience. Our Professionals are leading initiatives within their local community to promote our services – Fitting, Lessons, Club Tech, specialized service through the variety of departments and how we would like to create lasting relationships with each Golfer, no matter where their Golf journey may take them. Golf Professional works collaboratively with Certified Fitters and teammates to enhance the Trusted Advisor experience with each student. That may come in the form of interacting with Fitters / Golfers during Fittings, offering suggestions or advice on lesson plans to improve swing / game, sharing knowledge, experience and expertise with fellow teammates and Golfers. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or Equivalent 1-3 years experience Active PGA of America Class A or LPGA member in good standing 3+ years knowledge of club-fitting through experience and/or OEM training PGA of America Class A or LPGA Member in good standing, Apprentice Level 1,2,3 or interested in becoming a PGA/LPGA Member through our PGA/LPGA Associate Program Trackman Level 1 & 2 Ability to multi-task & work in a fast-paced environment Passion for golf equipment & related technology Desire for continued learning (self) and teaching others Stays current with industry trends VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS: At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following: Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews. AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process. Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification. If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone! ACHIEVING SUCCESS AT DICK’S SPORTING GOODS Everything we do is focused on helping athletes achieve their dreams. Accomplishing this takes a team of people committed to being their best. That means learning, growing, advancing and exploring new experiences. Advancing in our career is much like a climbing wall; it isn't always a vertical path. Climbers plan their path, make moves in every direction and reach further. Whatever direction you want to explore, we encourage you to be brave, curious and hungry for new experiences. We are the athletes, the coaches, the energy in the stands, and the fans that fill them. The referees that call the games and the neighbor that can’t wait until the next one. The sports enthusiasts that wake up and strive to reach our personal best. We are DICK’S Sporting Goods – a community united by our passion for sport, standing together in our pursuit of our best. What we bring to the game is what we believe will change it. By upholding the values that strengthen our performance, fosters collaboration, and ignites our desire to win, we actively demonstrate the impact and change we inspire when we work as one. Responsibilities • Builds student base by creating safe environments for all Golfers • Provide high quality instruction • Build long lasting relationships with each student • Talk with clients to identify strengths and weaknesses of swing / game • Get to root of students’ lesson goals • Act as Trusted Advisor for each respective student • Seek out information and opportunities to develop self to become a better teacher • Ensure teaching concepts are directed toward students understanding and adjust teaching style to best facilitate students learning • Continuously looking for new and creative ways to build a robust student base, striving to meet and exceed the financial and metric goals for the role • Directly involved in community outreach by partnering with local organizations to teach, support, and spread awareness of the Golf Galaxy experience • Leading initiatives within their local community to promote our services – Fitting, Lessons, Club Tech, specialized service through the variety of departments and how we would like to create lasting relationships with each Golfer, no matter where their Golf journey may take them • Works collaboratively with Certified Fitters and teammates to enhance the Trusted Advisor experience with each student • Interacting with Fitters / Golfers during Fittings, offering suggestions or advice on lesson plans to improve swing / game, sharing knowledge, experience and expertise with fellow teammates and Golfers Requirements • High School Diploma or Equivalent • 1-3 years experience • Active PGA of America Class A or LPGA member in good standing • 3+ years knowledge of club-fitting through experience and/or OEM training • PGA of America Class A or LPGA Member in good standing, Apprentice Level 1,2,3 or interested in becoming a PGA/LPGA Member through our PGA/LPGA Associate Program • Trackman Level 1 & 2 • Ability to multi-task & work in a fast-paced environment • Passion for golf equipment & related technology • Desire for continued learning (self) and teaching others • Stays current with industry trends