Assistant Golf Pro & Community Programs Lead

Naperville Park District; Town of Plainfield (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Naperville Park District is seeking a Second Assistant Golf Professional to assist in clubhouse operations and golf programming under the Head Golf Professional. This full‑time, benefits-eligible position supports community programs and safety of patrons.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, teaching private lessons and clinics, budgeting support, and developing golf programming that serves the community.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Business, Recreation and Park Administration, Golf Course Management or related field.
• Minimum one year of experience in golf instruction, operation, and tournaments.
• Valid driver's license.
• Member or Apprentice in good standing with PGA.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, Food Handler certification within three months of hire.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification within two months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety of golf patrons.
• Establish, support, and maintain collaborative efforts with internal and external customers and organizations to build positive rapport between the District and the community.
• Participate in budget planning by tracking and monitoring financial activities.
• Optimize traditional and alternative revenue sources available for programming objectives.
• Prepare records regarding golf course programs, equipment, facilities, participation, and operational records detailing attendance, waitlists, demographics, specific trends and other metrics.
• Provide expert advice regarding golf equipment, products, and lessons.
• Teach private lessons, adult and junior clinics and academies, and supervise junior leagues.
• Manage work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling, and reviewing work, ensuring quality standards. Is responsible for hiring, disciplining, training, and developing, reviewing performance, and administering performance improvement plans for staff.
• Develop, plan, and organize golf programming subject to the needs and interests of the community, and in support of the District's mission, vision, and core values.
• Demonstrate and support District customer service standards.

Education

Associate's degree in Business, Recreation and Park Administration, Golf Course Management or related field

Job description

Naperville Park District is seeking a Second Assistant Golf Professional to assist in clubhouse operations and golf programming under the Head Golf Professional. This full‑time, benefits-eligible position supports community programs and safety of patrons.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, teaching private lessons and clinics, budgeting support, and developing golf programming that serves the community.