Assistant Golf Professional

Cherry Hills Country Club; Colorado; On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 Paid Holidays

Employee Meals

Golf Privileges

Free Uniforms

Free and Easy Parking

Scholarship Opportunities

Coworker Referral Bonus

Potential for Seasonal Bonus

Holiday Bonus

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Cherry Hills Country Club in Colorado seeks an experienced Assistant Golf Professional to join its elite golf operations team. The role supports the Head Golf Professional and delivers a member-first golf experience on a world-class private club course designed by William Flynn.

The ideal candidate brings energy, professionalism, and a passion for growing the game, with responsibilities spanning daily operations, instruction, caddie and retail activities, and junior development under mentorship

Qualifications

• 3–4 years’ experience as an Assistant Golf Professional
• PGA Associate status (or actively working toward PGA Membership)
• College degree preferred
• Strong knowledge of golf operations, rules of golf, and tournament administration
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with technology including Golf Genius, Microsoft Office, email, and club systems
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and service-driven
• High personal and professional integrity

Responsibilities

• Support daily golf operations, outside services, tournament operations, caddie services, and instruction
• Assist in managing an award-winning golf shop with over $2 million in annual retail sales
• Help oversee an active golf operation with approximately 27,000 rounds of play annually
• Gain hands-on experience with point-of-sale systems, inventory management, merchandising, and vendor relations
• Work closely with members and guests from around the world, delivering exceptional, personalized service
• Develop critical thinking and real-time problem-solving skills in a fast-paced private club environment
• Assist in planning and execution of offseason programming, including indoor golf and fitness initiatives
• Receive mentorship from a highly accomplished Director of Instruction to further develop teaching skills
• Provide private golf instruction and participate in member clinics
• Assist with and lead junior golf development programs and summer camps
• Support the largest caddie operation in the Western United States, including training over 300 caddies and managing 15,000 caddie rounds annually
• Coordinate daily arrivals and departures to ensure a polished presentation for play
• Manage and maintain practice facilities to championship standards
• Assist in coordinating 20+ member golf events annually, including four major championships
• Develop proficiency with Golf Genius tournament setup, scoring, and communications
• Serve as a visible, friendly ambassador of Cherry Hills Country Club

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

PGA Associate status

College degree preferred

Tools

Golf Genius

Microsoft Office

Club systems

Job description

Description

Position Summary

Cherry Hills Country Club, founded in 1922 and widely regarded as one of America’s most historic and accomplished golf venues, seeks an experienced Assistant Golf Professional to join its elite golf operations team. Designed by William Flynn, Cherry Hills has hosted 14 USGA Championships, including the 1960 U.S. Open and the 2023 U.S. Amateur.

This role supports the Head Golf Professional, Bryan Nicholson, and plays a key part in delivering an exceptional, member-first golf experience. The ideal candidate brings high energy, professionalism, strong operational instincts, and a genuine passion for growing the game within a world-class private club environment.

What we offer:

• 7 Paid Holidays
• Employee Meals
• Golf Privileges
• Free Uniforms
• Free and Easy Parking
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Coworker Referral Bonus
• Potential for Seasonal Bonus
• Holiday Bonus
• Employee of the Month

Golf Operations Team

The golf operation is supported by a Head Golf Professional, Senior Assistant Professional, four Assistant Golf Professionals, an Outside Services Manager, Director of Retail, Caddie Manager, and Assistant Professionals in Training. This position requires collaboration, flexibility, and a consistent commitment to service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily golf operations, outside services, tournament operations, caddie services, and instruction
• Assist in managing an award-winning golf shop with over $2 million in annual retail sales
• Help oversee an active golf operation with approximately 27,000 rounds of play annually
• Gain hands-on experience with point-of-sale systems, inventory management, merchandising, and vendor relations
• Work closely with members and guests from around the world, delivering exceptional, personalized service
• Develop critical thinking and real-time problem-solving skills in a fast-paced private club environment
• Assist in planning and execution of offseason programming, including indoor golf and fitness initiatives
• Receive mentorship from a highly accomplished Director of Instruction to further develop teaching skills
• Provide private golf instruction and participate in member clinics
• Assist with and lead junior golf development programs and summer camps
• Support the largest caddie operation in the Western United States, including:
• Assisting with training and coordination of over 300 caddies
• Supporting approximately 15,000 caddie rounds annually
• Helping manage a bag room serving more than 750 members
• Coordinate daily arrivals and departures to ensure a polished and seamless presentation for play
• Manage and maintain practice facilities to championship standards
• Assist in coordinating and executing 20+ member golf events annually, including four major championships
• Gain exposure to elite networking opportunities through events such as the Smith-Cole Invitational, connecting with professionals and members from Top 100 clubs worldwide
• Develop proficiency and advanced expertise with Golf Genius, including tournament setup, scoring, and communications
• Become knowledgeable in all facets of tournament administration and scoring
• Serve as a visible, friendly, and professional ambassador of Cherry Hills Country Club at all times

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• 3–4 years’ experience as an Assistant Golf Professional
• PGA Associate status (or actively working toward PGA Membership)
• College degree preferred
• Strong working knowledge of golf operations, rules of golf, and tournament administration
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with technology including Golf Genius, Microsoft Office, email, and club systems
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and service-driven
• High personal and professional integrity

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a salary position offered at $60,000 - $68,000 (depending on experience) plus merchandise commission, lesson fees, and group instruction income.

Full-time eligible employees will be offered health benefits (including medical, dental, vision, Life & disability etc.), 401(k) after waiting period, seven paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick pay (after meeting eligibility waiting period.).

Cherry Hills Country Club is an equal opportunity employer. Background screening is conducted in conjunction with this hiring process.