Assistant Golf Professional I

PGA TOUR, Inc

Potomac (MD)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 50,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision health benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Complimentary employee meals

Access to PGA Tour events

Job summary

The PGA TOUR-affiliated club at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm in Potomac, MD seeks an Assistant Golf Professional I to assist with daily golf shop and operation management. You will support staff, guest services, and tournament activities, ensuring top-quality experiences for members and guests.

Qualified candidates hold a relevant bachelor’s degree, 3–5 years of golf experience with supervisory responsibilities, and PGA Apprentice/Master status.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a related field.
Three to five years of progressive professional golf experience.
Prior supervisory experience is required.
Working knowledge of golf course operations and practices.
Registered PGA apprentice or current PGA Member in good standing.

Responsibilities

Assist in management of golf shop and golf operation staff.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training of staff.
Support PGA TOUR players, members and guests to ensure a smooth golf experience.
Oversee golf shop operations during peak periods and maintain service standards.
Contribute to employee performance reviews and development plans.
Assist with labor management and budget planning for golf operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Golf operations knowledge

PGA apprentice or PGA member

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Administration, Business Management, Marketing or related field

Job description

TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm is a private par-70, 7,107-yard championship golf course located in Potomac MD, just under 20 miles from the White House. The Club has hosted over 20 championships for the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions and the Korn Ferry Tour since opening in 1986. Following an historic renovation by PGA TOUR Design Services in 2008, TPC Potomac has earned a reputation as a formidable test for the world’s best players. Tee up your career as a part of our team with the TPC Network! The Assistant Golf Professional I is responsible for assisting with the daily management of all aspects of the golf shop and golf operation at the club.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Administration, Business Management, Marketing or related field or equivalent
Thorough knowledge of general business administration practices and professional golf operations practices and procedures as would be acquired through three to five years of similar professional golf experience in progressively responsible positions
Prior supervisory experience required
Working knowledge of golf course operations and practices necessary
Registered PGA apprentice or current PGA Member in good standing

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Assist in all aspects of management of employees, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training all golf shop and golf operations staff utilizing standard company procedures.
Make staffing, disciplinary, and compensation recommendations to department head
Assist PGA TOUR players, members and guests with their golfing needs, ensuring that every step of their golf experience at the club runs as smoothly and is as enjoyable as possible
Assume management responsibility in the Golf Shop during the peak periods ensuring service standards are maintained
Assist with writing and conducting annual and semi-annual employee performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
Assist with employee development and training plans and provides substantial input on employee’s readiness for promotions, transfers or out-placement
Assist Head Golf Professional with labor management and cost controls by planning for and scheduling labor to include Golf Shop and Outside Golf Staff as needed
Oversee outside golf operations, ensuring that control of membership and guest services.
Ensure set-up and maintenance of practice facility, course advisors, golf car maintenance, golf bag storage, and golf club repair activities.
Work closely with the Outside Golf Staff and Club Administration to coordinate all golf related activities
Promote golf by teaching and conducting player development programs (where applicable), and staffing club tournament events which are established by the Head Professional and General Manager.
Practice golf game and plays with members and guests as necessary
Maintain the playing standards required for all Golf Professionals in the TPC Network.
Assist with timely completion of submissions and application for Golf World Business Top 100. Present completed presentation to Head Golf Professional for review and final approval prior to submission to Golf World Business
Establish and administer the club tournament program.
Assist in the development of promotional materials to communicate the programs to the members and guests as needed
Depending on location, ensure that the locker room staff provides the highest level of service and cleanliness standards.
Maintain and replenish supplies of towels and other personal hygiene amenities as necessary
Assist the Head Golf Professional with the development of the golf operations budget, the annual golf shop operating budget, and manage respective line items in accordance with budgets while controlling general expenses for the entire golf operation
Maintain control of employee uniforms, ensuring that uniforms and name tags are worn and kept in proper condition and readily available at all times to employees
Depending on location, may be responsible for preparation of monthly merchandise report from the month end reports.
Check in merchandise and ensure storage areas and merchandise displays are orderly, at par stock inventory levels and meet operating standards
Assist with maintaining purchase order system, ordering, and receiving program to ensure proper quantity and price on all purchases.
Assist with physical inventories as prescribed by PGA TOUR Golf Course Properties, Inc.
Answer telephones clearly and concisely, to schedule future starting time reservations and communicate information in a pleasant and professional manner
Manage pace of play, and if applicable, provide biweekly pace of play sheet to Head Golf Professional.
Perform all functions of the Assistant Golf Professional II position as needed
Complete special projects as needed
Special projects or other duties as assigned

PAY & BENEFITS

Salary Range: $45,000 – $50,000 based on experience

Medical/Dental/Vision Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Life & Disability insurance
401(k) plus employer match and employer contribution
Pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Complimentary employee meals
Access to PGA Tour golf tournaments
Tuition Assistance
Playing privileges and employee discounts

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; kneel; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job. This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a variety of outdoor weather conditions. Position is very active and requires lifting, pulling or pushing up to or over 25 pounds, moving and/or lift items with awkward weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job. This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Travel

Travel Travel is not expected for this position

Work Schedule Expectations

This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels

Supervisory Responsibility

This position manages employees and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within the department

Owned, operated, and licensed by the PGA TOUR, the TPC Network is comprised of 30 premier private, resort and daily fee golf properties designed by some of golf’s most elite architects. Each TPC has hosted or has been designed to host TOUR-sponsored golf tournaments. Since TPC Sawgrass first opened its world-renowned PLAYERS Stadium Course in the fall of 1980, TPCs have provided the PGA TOUR with rent-free venues for tournaments, helping to boost championship golf purses and increasing charitable donations to grassroots non-profit organizations. At the same time, TPCs have provided recreational golfers with the unique opportunity to test their skills on the same layouts where the world’s best golfers compete. TPCs are known for their outstanding conditioning and amenities, as well as a commitment to environmental excellence. The TPC Network is also distinguished by its unwavering commitment to further the PGA TOUR’s giving back mission through support of charitable and community-based programs. For more information, please visit www.tpc.com.

BENEFITS