Assistant Golf Professional

First Tee — Greater Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off (PTO) — 12 days

Private-lesson revenue retained

Professional dues paid by FTGA

Training and development

Opportunities for growth

Meaningful community programs

Job summary

First Tee – Greater Austin is seeking an enthusiastic, personable Assistant Golf Professional to join our team at the Harvey Penick Golf Campus. You will help run golf operations, deliver junior and adult instruction, and support tournaments and First Tee programs in a mission-driven environment.

The ideal candidate loves golf, works well with people, and can thrive in a fast-paced setting while promoting life skills through the game.

Qualifications

• Passion for golf and helping others enjoy and improve at the game.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work with children, families, adults and golfers of varying skill levels.
• Professional, dependable and positive attitude.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day golf campus operations and tee-time management.
• Provide outstanding customer service to members, guests, and juniors.
• Instruct private lessons and support group clinics and camps.
• Support First Tee programming and youth initiatives.
• Assist with tournaments, outings and special events.
• Maintain shop, practice facilities and player areas in a professional condition.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible schedule

Outdoor work

Teaching juniors

Golf knowledge

Tools

Golf-management software

Tee-sheet software

Job description

Harvey Penick Golf Campus (HPGC) is a unique golf facility and the home ofFirst Tee – Greater Austin (FTGA). The campus includes a 9-hole golf course, 3-hole short course, driving range, practice putting and chipping greens, and facilities dedicated to helping golfers of all ages and abilities learn, play and enjoy the game.

FTGA is committed to providing young people with access to golf and the life-enhancing values learned through the game.

Position Summary

First Tee – Greater Austin is seeking an enthusiastic, personable and service-orientedAssistant Golf Professionalto join our team.

The ideal candidate is a passionate golfer who enjoys working with people, providing an exceptional golf experience, teaching the game and supporting junior golfers. This position will have responsibilities across golf operations, customer service, instruction, tournaments and events, and First Tee programming.

This is an excellent opportunity for a golf professional who wants to grow professionally while working in a mission-driven organization and a unique golf environment.

Key Responsibilities

Golf Operations

• Assist with the day-to-day operation of Harvey Penick Golf Campus.
• Provide outstanding customer service to members, guests, juniors and the general public.
• Manage tee times, check-in, green fees, range sales and other golf-shop transactions.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures and maintaining an organized, welcoming golf shop.
• Monitor pace of play and assist golfers with course-related questions and needs.
• Help maintain the golf shop, practice facilities and player areas in a clean and professional condition.
• Assist with golf course and facility set-up as needed.
• Help ensure a safe, positive and enjoyable experience for all golfers.

Golf Instruction

• Provide private golf instruction to juniors and adults.
• Develop and maintain a private lesson clientele.
• Retain 100% of revenue from private lessons.
• Assist with group instruction, clinics, camps and other instructional programs.
• Support FTGA's junior golf and player-development initiatives.
• Promote instruction and help grow the golf campus's lesson and programming opportunities.

First Tee – Greater Austin

• Support FTGA programs and events as needed.
• Assist with First Tee programming and activities for youth ages 5–17.
• Incorporate First Tee's Life Skills and golf programming philosophy into interactions with young people.
• Serve as a positive role model and ambassador for First Tee – Greater Austin.
• Participate in required First Tee training and professional development.

Tournaments & Events

• Assist with the planning, preparation and execution of tournaments, outings and special events.
• Assist with tournament registration, scoring, starting, rules and on-course operations.
• Help create an exceptional experience for tournament participants, sponsors and guests.

Professional Development

• Maintain a strong knowledge of golf rules, etiquette, instruction and industry best practices.
• Participate in FTGA staff meetings, trainings and professional development opportunities.
• Pursue continued growth toward PGA or LPGA membership and/or advancement within the golf profession.

Qualifications

Required

• Passion for golf and a genuine desire to help others enjoy and improve at the game.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with children, families, adults and golfers of varying skill levels.
• Professional, dependable and positive attitude.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as as part of a team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as required by golf operations.
• Ability to stand, walk and work outdoors for extended periods and perform the physical requirements of the position, which includes the ability to lift 35 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. pounds occasionally.

Preferred

• PGA or LPGA membership or active progress toward membership.
• Prior experience in golf operations, instruction, junior golf or tournament management.
• Experience teaching private golf lessons.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Golf.
• Experience working with junior golfers.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience with golf-management or tee-sheet software.

What We Offer

First Tee – Greater Austin offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical insurance — 100% paid by FTGA
• Dental insurance — 100% paid by FTGA
• 12 days of PTO after two months of employment
• 100% of private-lesson revenue retained by the professional
• PGA or LPGA professional dues paid by FTGA
• All required First Tee – Greater Austin training and professional development
• Opportunities to participate in First Tee, junior golf and community programs
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• The opportunity to work at a unique golf facility while making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Loves golf and loves people.
• Takes pride in providing exceptional customer service.
• Is enthusiastic about teaching and growing the game.
• Enjoys working with children and young people.
• Is dependable, accountable and willing to do whatever is needed to make the facility and programs successful.
• Brings positive energy to the workplace.
• Understands that working at Harvey Penick Golf Campus is about more than operating a golf course—it is aboutgrowing the game and changing lives.

First Tee – Greater Austin is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience and organizational needs.