Assistant Golf Professional: Willow Park Golf & Country Club

PGA of Canada; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff golf privileges

Practice facilities access

Clothing allowances

Food allowances

Professional team environment

Job summary

Willow Park Golf & Country Club in Calgary is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Golf Professional to join our private club team. This seasonal position offers a chance to develop skills in member service, instruction, and event programming while working closely with the Head Golf Professional.

Ideal candidates are early-career professionals pursuing the PGA of Canada credentials, committed to delivering exceptional member experiences, and eager to grow within a collaborative team that values

Qualifications

• PGA of Canada membership or enrollment in the professional program is necessary.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of golf, including rules, etiquette, and basic instruction.
• Ability to handle a wide range of tasks while effectively prioritizing workloads based on members' needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional service to members and guests.
• Assist with daily golf operations, including tee time management & pace of play monitoring.
• Assist with organizing and conducting club tournaments, leagues, events, and competitions.
• Assist with junior golf programs, clinics, and player-development initiatives.
• Support the operation and presentation of the golf shop.
• Assist with merchandising, inventory, and retail sales.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of golf equipment, apparel, rules, and etiquette.
• Provide individual and group golf instruction as appropriate.
• Build positive relationships with members and contribute to a welcoming club atmosphere.
• Maintain a professional presence throughout the golf course, practice areas, and clubhouse.
• Take on additional responsibilities as experience and knowledge develop.

Skills

PGA knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional appearance

Education

PGA of Canada membership or enrollment in professional program

Job description

Assistant Golf Professional: Willow Park Golf & Country Club

Gracefully winding through Calgary’s south-east, Willow Park Golf & Country Club is a haven in a hurried world. Established in 1965, Willow Park Golf & Country Club is where people want to be. By design, our events, our leagues, our tournaments, surpass expectations. We strive to exceed our members and their guests’expectations in everything we do. Willow Park Golf & Country Club is seeking an enthusiastic and service-oriented Golf Professional to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a first- or second year professional looking to build their career in a private-club environment. We are looking for someone who is passionate about golf and thrives on creating exceptional experiences for members. At Willow Park, outstanding member service is at the heart of what we do. We are seeking an individual who genuinely enjoys connecting with members, takes pride in anticipating members needs and exceeding expectations, and understands the importance of building lasting relationships. The ideal candidate brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and a welcoming personality to every interaction, helping create the elevated, personalized golf experience that our members value and expect.

Location Willow Park Golf & Country Club Posted 2026-09-28 Deadline 2026-12-15 Job Summary Reporting to the Head Golf Professional & working within the golf operations team, the Golf Professional will assist with the day-to-day operation of the golf department while developing their skills in member service, tournaments, retail, golf programming, and instruction. This position is ideal for an emerging professional who is eager to learn, contribute, and take on increasing responsibility within a private club.

• Provide friendly, professional service to members and guests.
• Assist with daily golf operations, including tee time management & pace of play monitoring.
• Assist with organizing and conducting club tournaments, leagues, events, and competitions.
• Assist with junior golf programs, clinics, and player-development initiatives.
• Support the operation and presentation of the golf shop.
• Assist with merchandising, inventory, and retail sales.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of golf equipment, apparel, rules, and etiquette.
• Provide individual and group golf instruction as appropriate.
• Build positive relationships with members and contribute to a welcoming club atmosphere.
• Maintain a professional presence throughout the golf course, practice areas, and clubhouse.
• Take on additional responsibilities as experience and knowledge develop.

• PGA of Canada membership or enrollment in the professional program is necessary.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of the game of golf, including rules, etiquette, and basic instruction.
• Ability to handle a wide range of tasks while effectively prioritizing workloads based on members needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

• $4,000–$4,500 per month, based on experience and qualifications.
• 100% of lesson revenue

• Opportunities to develop your member-service, tournament, retail, and teaching skills
• Staff golf privileges and access to practice facilities.
• Clothing, club, & food allowances
• A professional and supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to build strong relationships with members and grow into increased responsibilities within the golf department.

PGA of Canada Specialization Teaching PGA of Canada Specialization Golf Operations Start Date 2027-02-01 Employment Duration Seasonal (9 months - Feb 1st – Oct 31st)