Assistant Golf Professional

JOB SUMMARY

Manages, supervises, and oversees the community’s golf operation to provide the highest standards of excellence for residents and guest enjoyment. Plans and coordinates a golf program which is respected and enjoyed by the residents. Manages the Pro Shop and related services to meet the residents’ needs in a manner consistent with community’s mission and philosophy. Ensures proper communication between departments, maintains excellent relationships with suppliers, and keeps residents satisfied and well-informed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Designs, promotes, and directs all golf activities.

· Promotes inter-connectivity/cross-promotion and cross-programming among golf and tennis.

· Prepares the Pro Shop’s annual budget.

· Maintains management reports in sufficient detail to properly track where revenue is generated along with rounds played.

· Provides daily accounting of the entire golf revenue stream and Pro Shop expenses.

· Completes and accurately prepares daily reports each night.

· Reconciles cash receipts to the register drawer and daily report.

· Orders supplies associated with golf activities.

· Supervises, trains, and directs staff in customer service, golf cart maintenance, turf maintenance, Pro Shop, golf professionals, and other on-course personnel.

· Organizes charges and collects fees for all golf-related activities.

· Conducts golf clinics and training programs.

· Supervises the planning, promotion, and execution of all community-based and outside golf tournaments.

· Interprets and enforces the community’s golf rules and regulations without prejudice; ensures that the Pro Shop staff is familiar with community rules and policies and enforces them.

· Interprets and enforces facility policies, rules, and regulations without prejudice.

· Supervises and schedules the work hours for the Pro Shop operation and golf course within the parameters of the annual operating budget.

· Controls and maintains an adequate inventory of golf merchandise for retail sales from the Pro Shop.

· Functions as management liaison with the Golf Committee and attends all meetings. Recommends policy changes in areas of user fee structure, hours of operation, guest privileges, etc.

· Meets regularly with the General Manager and the Director of Golf Course Maintenance to review the condition of the golf course and make recommendations on areas needing attention.

· Provides the most efficient use of tee times and assures all tee times are properly scheduled.

· Abide by all current Seven Lakes Association stated policies and procedures.

JOB KNOWLEDGE / CORE COMPETENCIES / EXPECTATIONS

· Prior experience in all facets of golf operations including inventory and financial control; employee motivation and training; golf instruction; tournament and event management; working knowledge of golf course maintenance.

· Expertise in golf rules and regulations.

· Good working knowledge of golf course maintenance.

· Knowledge of marketing, financial management, and retail operations.

· Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions; skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.

· Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

· Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education.

· Must have a minimum of four years of experience and education.

· Must have a minimum of four years of experience as a Head Golf Professional or an Assistant Golf Professional at a golf club or community.

LICENSES / SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

· Class A member in good standing with the PGA of America.

· Met PGA criteria for Head Golf Professional.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

· Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.

· Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

· Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

· Able to meet and perform physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.

· Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping, and pulling.

· Frequent repetitive motions.

· Continuous standing and walking.

THE ABILITY TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AND TASKS AS ASSIGNED BY THE GENERAL MANAGER

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location: In person