Assistant Golf Professional

Twice; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Lunch on duty

Practice and playing privileges

401k with employer match

Education Fund

EOS Fitness membership

Job summary

Rancho La Quinta CC seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Golf Professional for a seasonal role (November–April, end date flexible after April 1). You will assist the Director of Golf and the Head Golf Professional in daily operations and member services, while delivering instruction to members and guests.

The role includes shop duties, tournament support, merchandising, and ensuring pace of play. PGA/LPGA membership and Golf Genius experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• PGA Class A member or Level 1 Associate or LPGA member.
• Experience on Golf Genius is highly desired.
• 2+ years of private club experience preferred.
• 2+ years of teaching experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of USGA Rules of Golf.

Responsibilities

• Daily Golf Shop Operations utilizing Jonas POS and Tee Sheet
• Provide instruction to membership in both individual and group settings
• Assist with tournament operations, including daily group play utilizing Golf Genius
• Act as player assistant when scheduled to ensure course is playing at or below required pace
• Assist with merchandising duties in the golf shop
• Assist members with inquiries related to golf such as rules, apparel and equipment
• Remain current with industry trends and best practices
• Maintains and promotes a positive professional image within the community.

Skills

Teaching

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

PGA Class A Member or Level 1 Associate or LPGA Member

Tools

Golf Genius

Jonas POS

Tee Sheet

Job description

Overview

Rancho La Quinta CC is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Golf Professional who aspires to become a Head Golf Professional in their future for this seasonal position, running from November through April (end date flexible after April 1). The Assistant Golf Professional will assist the Director of Golf and Head Golf Professional in the management of day to day golf operations. All duties of the position shall be performed with a commitment to enhancing the member experience, meeting and exceeding member and guest expectations on a daily basis.

Rancho La Quinta offers two incredibly independent and varied golf experiences in which the possibilities to enjoy the game are endless.

Our championship courses include a traditional layout by the highly acclaimed Robert Trent Jones Jr. and a second, more modern layout by former U.S. Open Champion, Jerry Pate. Both courses are newly renovated, with the Pate Course renovation taking place in 2024 and the Jones Course renovation taking place in 2025.

The Club offers multiple practice facilities in which Members and guests can hone their skills prior to play. These facilities are generous enough in size to comfortably host all players. The driving range and short game areas allow for an opportunity to practice all of the demanding shots one might encounter on the courses. The short game areas are currently under renovation and are slated to open in November when the new season begins.

The abundance of golf amenities at the Club allows Rancho La Quinta to accommodate players of all skill levels and ages. With tee combinations ranging from 4,281 to 7,063 yards, each course invites you to embrace the love of the game.

In addition to a world-class golf experience, Rancho La Quinta CC offers a full complement of amenities including three dining options, Tennis, Fitness, Pickleball, Bocce, and more. The club is recently completed a renovation of the clubhouse and has broken ground on a state-of-the-art wellness center. All of these exciting upgrades will ensure Rancho La Quinta CC remains one of the top clubs in the desert for many years to come.

Experience Required

• PGA Class A Member or Level 1 Associate or higher and/or LPGA Member
• Experience on Golf Genius is highly desired
• 2+ years of private club experience preferred
• 2+ years of teaching experience preferred
• Working knowledge of USGA Rules of Golf

Essential Responsibilities

• Daily Golf Shop Operations utilizing Jonas POS and Tee Sheet
• Provide instruction to membership in both individual and group settings
• Assist with tournament operations, including daily group play utilizing Golf Genius
• Act as player assistant when scheduled to ensure course is playing at or below required pace
• Assist with merchandising duties in the golf shop
• Assist members with inquiries related to golf such as rules, apparel and equipment
• Remain current with industry trends and best practices
• Maintains and promotes a positive professional image within the community.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance available after first full month of employment
• Staff Uniforms Provided
• Lunch meal included while on duty
• Practice and playing privileges
• Vacation earned per club policy
• 401k with employer match per club policy
• Education Fund available per club policy
• EOS Fitness Membership available per club policy