About the Role
Overview Housing Options Available! Golf Professional - Instruction Focused Location: Schuss Golf Course | Shanty Creek Resorts Employment Type: Seasonal, Hourly (25-30 hours per week minimum) Seasonal Housing: Available! About Shanty Creek Resorts Shanty Creek Resorts is committed to providing our guests a unique Up North experience. Our friendly, caring staff delivers exceptional service and old-fashioned hospitality. We believe honest, long-lasting relationships with our guests, employees, neighbors, and the surrounding environment allow us to grow our business and strengthen our resort community. Position Overview Shanty Creek Resorts is seeking an experienced, instruction-focused Golf Professional to join our team at Schuss Golf Course. This role is ideal for a passionate golf instructor who enjoys teaching players of all skill levels while also helping shape engaging programs and events. The primary emphasis of this position is teaching and player development through private lessons, group instruction, and clinics. In addition, this role offers the opportunity to lead and organize instructional clinics, tournament-style play programs, member outings, and special golf events that enhance guest engagement and participation. This is a hands-on, guest-facing role that blends instruction, program leadership, and collaboration with golf leadership to grow the game and elevate the Schuss golf experience. Key Responsibilities Instruction & Player Development
Provide high-quality private and group golf instruction for players of all ages and skill levelsDesign and deliver engaging lessons focused on fundamentals, swing mechanics, short game, and course managementCreate a welcoming, supportive learning environment that builds player confidence and enjoyment Clinics, Programs & EventsLead instructional clinics and workshops, including setting agendas, lesson structure, and learning objectivesDevelop and organize course tournament play programs, instructional leagues, and skills-based eventsSupport and help coordinate member outings, tournaments, and special golf eventsCreate programs that encourage player development, repeat participation, and guest retention Course Knowledge & CollaborationMaintain strong knowledge of course layout and playing conditions to support effective instructionCollaborate with golf leadership to promote instructional offerings and program participationServe as a professional ambassador for Schuss Golf Course and Shanty Creek Resorts Minimum QualificationsPGA Certified ProfessionalDemonstrated experience providing golf instruction to individuals and groupsStrong understanding of swing mechanics, fundamentals, and player development Preferred QualificationsExperience leading instructional clinics or structured teaching programsExperience creating or supporting golf tournaments, leagues, or member eventsKnowledge of golf course operations and playing conditions Skills & CompetenciesExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsStrong teaching, coaching, and program leadership abilitiesOrganized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage lesson schedules, clinics, and eventsPassion for instruction, learning, and growing the game of golf Why Join Shanty Creek ResortsTeach and lead programs in a beautiful Northern Michigan resort settingWork with a supportive golf leadership teamOpportunity to build, shape, and expand instructional and tournament programsCompetitive hourly position with consistent weekly hoursSeasonal housing may be available Benefits Resort Perks include: Lodging and Food and Beverage discounts for employee and immediate family members. Free golf for employee and immediate family members. Friends and family discounts for family members and many more resort perks!