Assistant Golf Professional @ Sand Valley

Sand Valley; Nekoosa (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary housing (subject to availability)

Golf privileges

Retail and restaurant discounts

Employee meal program

Assistance with winter employment opportunities

Job summary

A prestigious golf resort in Wisconsin is seeking a seasonal Assistant Golf Professional to enhance daily golf operations and provide excellent guest service. Responsibilities include golfer check-in, managing retail operations, and conducting lessons. Ideal candidates will have retail or golf industry experience and a positive demeanor. The position offers flexible work hours, including weekends and holidays, and perks like complimentary housing and golf privileges. This is a full-time seasonal role with an hourly pay structure.

Qualifications

• Prior retail and/or golf industry experience preferred.
• Positive attitude, professional presence, and warm, guest-focused communication.
• Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with golfer check-in, fee collection, and coordination of play.
• Support tournament operations, including planning, contracts, and scoring.
• Conduct individual lessons and group clinics.

Skills

Retail experience

Guest-focused communication

Ability to work in a team

Positive attitude

Education

PGA Member or Apprentice

University student in related field

Job description

Sand Valley is a golf resort and community located on 12,000 acres of rugged sand dunes in central Wisconsin. The resort features six world‑class golf courses: Sand Valley, Mammoth Dunes, Sandbox, The Lido, Sedge Valley, and Commons. It also offers year‑round outdoor activities, a sports complex, and multiple dining venues.

Position Summary

• Assistant Golf Professional – support daily golf operations, provide attentive service to guests, assist with check‑in, retail operations, tournaments, lessons, and practice facilities.
• Seasonal role from mid‑April through mid‑October.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with golfer check‑in, fee collection, and coordination of play.
• Assist with all opening and closing Golf Shop procedures.
• Maintain appropriate merchandise levels and support retail presentation.
• Support tournament operations, including planning, contracts, billing, setup, scoring, and follow‑up.
• Conduct individual lessons and group clinics.
• Assist in managing Outside Services staff and support training and service consistency.
• Help oversee practice facilities and bag storage operations.
• Assist with inventory processes for hard goods, soft goods, and special orders, including receiving, pricing, display, and sales.
• Assist with POS entry, special orders, and vendor coordination.
• Support planning and budgeting for Golf Operations.
• Coordinate with other departments to support smooth guest experiences.
• Serve as a role model for team members through strong work ethic and professionalism.
• Support additional golf operations needs as they arise.

What You’ll Bring

• Prior retail and/or golf industry experience preferred.
• PGA Member, apprentice, or university student preferred.
• Positive attitude, professional presence, and warm, guest‑focused communication.
• Reliable, steady focus in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift or move equipment and other items up to fifty pounds.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check, MVR check, and drug screening.

Working Conditions

• Work both indoors and outdoors.
• Weather, pace, and operational needs shift throughout the day.
• Frequent movement between the Golf Shop, practice facilities, and course.

Perks

• Complimentary housing (subject to availability)
• Golf privileges
• Apparel and product opportunities from partners such as Peter Millar, Greyson, and Titleist
• Additional income opportunities, including caddie work, tournament services, and gratuities
• Eligibility to compete on Team Sand Valley in The BRIDGE with Erin Hills and Kohler
• Retail and restaurant discounts
• Employee meal program
• Assistance with winter employment opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program – Canopy

Classification

• Full‑Time Seasonal | Hourly | Non‑Exempt

Sand Valley LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.