Job description
Overview
The Assistant Golf Professional supports daily golf operations at the club. This position assists Pro Shop activities and coordinates golf-related services to enhance the member and guest experience. The role promotes the game of golf while ensuring operations align with company policies and operational standards. It requires a proactive approach to staff training and development, effective merchandising strategies, and exceptional customer service to foster a welcoming and engaging environment for members.
Experience Required
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Completion of PGA certification preferred (minimum associate level).
- Proven ability to handle confidential information and sensitive employee matters with discretion and professionalism.
- Commitment to upholding the highest level of ethical work standards.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet position deadlines.
- Availability to work on weekends and/or holidays as required.
Essential Responsibilities
- Engage with members through golf events, personalized interactions, and promotion of golf programs.
- Participate in rounds of golf as needed to support player development initiatives.
- Support the cleanliness and organization of outside areas, including staging zones, practice ranges, and golf cart storage.
- Coordinate, promote, and manage tournaments and special golf-related events.
- Assist in managing the handicap program, pro-shop operations, and practice facilities.
- Provide guidance to golf attendants, pro-shop personnel, and outside services staff on customer service excellence, tee time management, check-in procedures, and guest fee processing.
- Maintain consistency in operational procedures, including standards for staging areas, driving range setup, and golf cart storage.
- Support the promotion of golf clinics, private lessons, and specialized programs for adults, juniors, and seniors.
- Assist with budgeting, inventory planning, and control, including product display, pricing strategies, and promotions.
- Assist others as needed and take on additional tasks assigned by management.
- Follow company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
- Maintain professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
- Follow safe working practices and support compliance with safety guidelines.
- Take initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain required certifications.
- Address and resolve challenges using available resources and collaborate with regional and corporate teams.
- Attend daily briefings and actively engage in required activities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Generous paid time off and leave programs