Head Golf Professional: Osoyoos Golf Club
PGA of Ottawa
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Job summary
PGA of Canada is seeking a Head Golf Professional at Osoyoos Golf Club to lead Golf Operations and drive member satisfaction. You will oversee the Golf Shop, tee sheet, and coaching initiatives, while mentoring staff and coordinating events.
You will report to the General Manager and contribute to strategic planning, ensuring a high-quality guest experience and strong club culture. Start date in 2027 with generous benefits.
Qualifications
- PGA of Canada Class A membership in good standing or equivalent.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
- Excellent communication, organizational and problem solving.
- Experience managing employees in a golf operation.
- Proven ability to plan and execute tournaments, leagues and events.
- Proficiency with golf management technology and related software.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight of Golf Operations, including the Golf Shop, tee sheet, outside services, starters and marshals, practice facilities and overall golf experience.
- Maintain a strong presence throughout the operation and develop meaningful relationships with members and guests.
- Ensure Golf Operations delivers a welcoming, professional and service-oriented experience.
- Recruit, train, schedule, mentor and develop Golf Operation employees.
- Oversee the planning and execution of Club tournaments, leagues, corporate outings and member events.
- Oversee purchasing, inventory management, merchandising and Golf Shop sales.
- Develop and manage the annual Golf Operations budget.
- Support instructional programming and player development initiatives.
- Collaborate with teaching professionals and develop future player-development programs.
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Osoyoos Golf Club
Posted 2026-10-05 | Deadline 2026-11-23
Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Head Golf Professional will provide leadership and day-to-day oversight of Golf Operations while serving as a key member of the Club's leadership team in a highly collaborative environment. The Head Golf Professional will have significant responsibility and autonomy within Golf Operations while also benefiting from the active involvement, mentorship and support of the General Manager.
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- Provide leadership and oversight of the Club's Golf Operations, including the Golf Shop, tee sheet, outside services, starters and marshals, practice facilities and overall golf experience.
- Maintain a strong presence throughout the operation and develop meaningful relationships with members and guests.
- Ensure Golf Operations consistently delivers the welcoming, professional and service-oriented experience expected at Osoyoos Golf Club.
- Recruit, train, schedule, mentor and develop Golf Operation employees.
- Establish clear expectations and accountability while creating a positive and enjoyable workplace.
- Oversee the planning and successful execution of Club tournaments, men's and ladies' leagues, corporate outings, member events and other golf programs.
- Work collaboratively with Food & Beverage, Turf and Administration to ensure events are coordinated effectively across the entire Club.
- Oversee purchasing, inventory management, merchandising and Golf Shop sales.
- Develop an attractive and financially successful retail operation that reflects the Osoyoos Golf Club brand and provides members and guests with a strong selection of golf merchandise.
- Develop and manage the annual Golf Operations budget.
- Monitor revenues, labour, merchandise margins and departmental expenses while identifying opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
- Support the continued development of instructional programming, junior golf, member clinics and initiatives designed to introduce and retain golfers.
- Collaborate with the Club's teaching professionals and future player-development initiatives to create a coordinated approach to instruction and golfer development.
- Provide leadership, insight and input into the future development of the Osoyoos Golf Academy, including its programming, facilities, technology and long-term vision, working collaboratively with the General Manager and the Club's player-development professionals.
- Participate as an active member of the Club's leadership team and contribute beyond Golf Operations when appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with the General Manager, Superintendent, Food & Beverage leadership, Administration and other department leaders on Club-wide initiatives, strategic priorities and member experiences.
The ideal candidate will embrace the Club’s strategic vision, actively contribute to strategic and long-range planning, and demonstrate the ability to balance operational excellence today with thoughtful, innovative planning for the future.
- Someone who leads by example and is visible, approachable and engaged with all members, guests and employees.
- Builds relationships and creates an environment where people feel valued and supported.
- Enjoys mentoring and developing young golf professionals and seasonal employees.
- Holds themselves and their team accountable while treating people fairly and respectfully.
- Communicates openly and works collaboratively with other Club departments.
- Understands that great club culture is created through hundreds of small interactions every day.
- Brings energy, professionalism and a positive presence to the Golf Shop and throughout the Club.
- Wants to be an active member of the Osoyoos community—not simply manage a department at the golf course
- PGA of Canada Class "A" membership in good standing.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine enjoyment of working with people.
- Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience managing and developing employees.
- Proven leadership experience within a golf operation with strong knowledge of Golf Shop operations, merchandising and inventory management.
- Experience planning and executing tournaments, leagues and corporate golf events.
- Strong technical aptitude and proficiency with golf management technology, including tee sheet and point-of-sale systems, tournament software, inventory management tools and other digital platforms supporting golf operations.
- Sound financial and budgeting skills.
- A commitment to professional development and the PGA of Canada.
- A passion for golf and for creating outstanding member and guest experiences.
Base Salary: $100,000 annually, additional consideration will be measured from experience, qualifications and demonstrated leadership ability.
- Annual Performance Incentive: Opportunity to earn up to 10% of base salary, based on mutually established individual, Golf Operations and Club performance objectives.
- Opportunity to provide golf instruction and generate additional income through lesson revenue.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
- PGA of Canada membership dues and tournament support.
- Staff Benefits program including:
- Competitive equipment and apparel package, Golf privileges, Merchandise and dining discounts.
Golf Operations, Management & Leadership
Start Date: 2027-01-01
Course Website: https://golfosoyoos.com/
Employment Duration: Full-time
Application Deadline: November 23, 2026
Anticipated Start Date: January 1, 2027, or earlier by mutual agreement.
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