General Manager / Head Golf Professional

General Manager/Head Golf Professional - Midlane Country Club OGM Wadsworth, IL Work Location: On Site About Midlane Country Club Midlane Country Club, located in Wadsworth, Illinois, is a premier public 18‑hole golf course situated on a 350‑acre parcel in Lake County, surrounded by majestic oaks, wetlands, and scenic water views. Originally designed by architect Robert Bruce Harris and opened in 1958, it was renovated with modern updates by Bob Lohmann in 1997. Featuring bent grass tees, large bluegrass fairways, and strategic greenside bunkers, the course offers an excellent experience for golfers of all skill levels. Ranked among Chicago's top 20 courses by Chicagoland Golf Magazine, Midlane boasts a large practice facility including a 30,000‑square‑foot bentgrass tee with target greens, a short‑game area, and a putting green. Additional amenities include a pro shop and snack bar, along with a history of hosting major tournaments such as the Illinois Open and U.S. Open qualifiers. Midlane Country Club is managed by OGM, an industry leader in golf course management and construction with over 250 high‑profile golf projects over the past 25 years. Founded in 1996, the company has completed award‑winning new construction and managed golf course projects at highly regarded golf clubs across the country. OGM delivers transformational change by creating extraordinary golf experiences through our integrated approach to design, maintenance, and hospitality. As a full‑service golf course management company, we provide our clients with straightforward guidance and strong leadership in golf operations, agronomy, and master planning. We keep things simple and establish lasting business relationships based on mutual success. We help our clients to build and grow sustainable golf businesses and we contribute, through golf, to making the communities we work in better places to live. We deliver the vision, resources, and hard work to create great golf experiences, EVERY DAY. We care deeply about our work and take a keen interest in the game of golf, its history, and its golf courses. We maintain safe, healthy, and fun workplaces where excellence is rewarded. Position Summary The GM/HP directs all aspects of the facility including activities, represents the courses/OGM and the relationships between the facility and its Owners, members, employees, community, government, and industry. The GM/HP will set and monitor the budget, as well as monitor the quality of product and service to ensure customer satisfaction in all facets of the courses within a fiscally responsible manner. This position will promote an exceptional golf experience. Candidates will be expected to coordinate and administer facility policies and provide supervision and support to all department heads. Key Areas Of Focus • Financial and budgeting – fiscally responsible • Quality control – manage by walking around • Customer service – the experience, and being the ambassador to employees, customers and ultimately the facility Key Responsibilities • Maintain association membership status (PGA / CMAA) • Monitor the performance of all daily operations, functions and services; assure high standards and total customer satisfaction • Oversee the reservation system, starting, monitoring, and pace of play • Monitor and drive golf shop revenue for merchandise, rounds of golf, cart revenue and corporate functions • Track and verify all players and guests, green fees, golf cars, club care, lockers, handicap fees, and other charges necessary, and facilitate accurate accounting and recordkeeping • Develop and maintain a sound organizational structure • Oversee employee hiring and firing • Initiate ideas of programming, sales, events, and business opportunities • Delegate daily responsibilities to qualified employees; monitor their performance and timelines, aid in training and support as needed • Give recommendations to Oliphant Golf Management and ownership for operating and capital budgets, policies, and maintain throughout the year • Monitor financial statements, review income and expenses and report status monthly • Meet, greet, and welcome prospective customers/members • Ensure the highest standards for golf service and programs, food and beverage, and entertainment • Oversee and work with department heads for staffing and scheduling • Attend all Board Meetings and serve on committees • Enforce all rules, regulations, and bylaws governing facility • Communicate the overall vision of the facility to fellow employees and customers • Manage facility operating cash • Maintain task list and progress reports of the facility • Report weekly to the Regional Manager on the progress of each project (in relation to the project plan) • Turn up for all meetings on time or notify the client or meeting chair immediately if you will be late • Complete, review and submit payroll bi‑weekly by a designated time Annual Base Salary $77,000 - $85,000+ (depending on experience) Additional Income • 100% of lesson income • Bonus up to 5% of Salary Job Type Full‑Time, Year‑Round Experience Requirements • Excellent communicator and manager of people • Ability to utilize modern technologies (computer: Microsoft Office, POS systems, QuickBooks, Facebook and programs in managing workplace procedures) • Be naturally organized in goal setting, project planning, prioritizing, as well as managing stakeholder relations, budgets and timeframes • Comprehension of golf, membership and banquet related sales, including but not limited to: club memberships, corporate events, rounds of golf, group outings, stay and play packages, and golf merchandise • Will project the company brand of professionalism, fun, relationship building and positive results, in their appearance and demeanor, both externally (with clients and in public), and internally to fellow staff Job Benefits • 10 vacation days (pro rata) • Cell phone reimbursement up to $75 per month or use of company phone • 401k matching retirement • Health Insurance (70/30 employer, employee split on employee) • Annual association dues • Education allowance budget annually OGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of OGM to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. To Apply Please send resumes and cover letters to Justin Fox, PGA, at jfox@ogm.golf. OGM Main Office 715-544-6588