Assistant Golf Professional

Salem Country Club Incorporated; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and Sick Time

Staff Equipment Deal

PGA dues and education allowance

Playing and practice privileges

Uniform allowance

Complimentary Employee Meals

Job summary

Salem Country Club is seeking a self-motivated Assistant Golf Professional for a approx. 36-week season. You will deliver exceptional service to our members and guests, guided by our Golf Operation Quality Standards.

Under the Head Golf Professional, you will receive mentorship to align with your career goals while maintaining a professional image and facilitating daily play and events.

Qualifications

• Class A PGA/LPGA member or Level 3 Associate with clear path to attaining Class A certification.
• Passion for growing professional career in golf.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deliver excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of golf equipment, rules, and etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Create the 'Member Experience' and uphold our service standards.
• Assist in managing total golf operation professionally and efficiently.
• Provide expert customer service and professional advice to members and guests.
• Control and manage play to maintain pace.
• Provide golf instruction and clinics aligned with our policies.
• Assist in merchandise display, inventory, and sales.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Career growth mindset

Education

PGA/LPGA cert or Level 3 Associate

Tools

Golf Genius Tournament Software

Job description

Overview

Salem Country Club was founded in 1895 and stands as one of the oldest and most storied private clubs in the United States, having joined the United States Golf Association as its 11th member club. Located on the Sanders Farm tract on Forest Street in Peabody, Massachusetts, the Club has been at its current home since 1926. The Club commissioned Donald Ross to design the course, and member Gordon Rabb designed the iconic white clubhouse that remains the heart of the property today. Salem is a family-focused, golf-first community of 375 members where camaraderie, tradition, and an uncompromising commitment to the member experience define daily life at the Club.

The Club has consistently been listed on rankings of the top Golf Courses in the state and has previously received national recognition. Ross's original push-up greens and bunker complexes remain central to the course's character, preserved through careful restoration work. The layout is broadly considered to house the finest set of Ross green complexes in existence, more varied, more demanding, and more rewarding than any other course in his renowned portfolio. The course is complemented by extensive practice facilities, an inviting clubhouse, a pool, fitness center, and tennis courts, offering a full-service club environment befitting its history and membership.

Salem has hosted six U.SGA Championships, including the 1932 U.S. Women's Amateur, the 1954 and 1984 U.S. Women's Opens, the 1977 U.S. Senior Amateur, and the 2001 and 2017 U.S. Senior Opens. The club is scheduled to host three additional USGA Championships: the 2032 U.S. Mid-Amatuer, the 2036 U.S. Senior Women's Open, and the 2041 U.S. Senior Open, cementing its place among the most consequential championship venues in American golf.

Facility Information

• Private - Member Owned
• Number of Holes: 18
• Rounds of Golf: Approx. 23,000 rounds
• Club Season: Year-Round - Golf Season approximately 8 months

Experience Required

• Class A PGA/LPGA member or Level 3 Associate with clear path to attaining Class A certification.
• Passion for wanting to grow professional career.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of golf equipment, rules, and etiquette.
• Excellent operator of Golf Genius Tournament Software.
• Proven instructional experience preferred.
• Attention to detail and passion for creating the "member experience".
• Knowledgeable on apparel brands and ability to create a friendly atmosphere where members and guests enjoy spending time in the golf shop.

Essential Responsibilities

Position Overview:

Salem Country Club is seeking a self-motivated and customer-focused Assistant Golf Professional (approx. 36 week season). We seek individuals who exude professionalism, ambition, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to our members and guests that align with our Golf Operation Quality Standards.

In this role, the Assistant Golf Professional will be encouraged to cultivate their career aspirations with determination. Under the guidance of the Head Golf Professional, they will receive support and mentorship to stay aligned with their professional career goals.

Essential Responsibilities

• Create the "Member Experience".
• Assist in managing the total golf operation in a professional and efficient manner.
• Provide excellent customer service, professional advice and assistance to all members and guests.
• Control and manage play.
• Provide golf instruction and clinics that are consistent with instructional methods, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in the display, inventory control, promotion, and sales of merchandise.
• Assist in managing tournaments, outings, and weekly events.
• Assist to ensure that the golf course is properly marked for daily play and all club competitions.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner and maintain a professional image at all times.
• Be informed on and promote all club activities and services.
• Maintain constant communication with the Head Golf Professional.
• Provide exceptional customer service to each member and guest.
• Heavily involved with daily play, both starting and monitoring pace of play.
• Act as an Ambassador for Salem Country Club.

Benefits

• Vacation and Sick Time
• Staff Equipment Deal
• PGA dues and education allowance
• Playing and practice privileges
• Uniform allowance
• Complimentary Employee Meals