Assistant Professional

Country Club of Waterbury; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PGA program support

Playing privileges

Meals provided

Uniforms provided

Education opportunities

Job summary

The Country Club of Waterbury is seeking an Assistant Golf Professional to join our private club team in Waterbury, Connecticut. You will support daily golf shop operations, manage tee times, merchandise, and guest services while upholding our service standards.

Ideal candidates will have PGA status or be pursuing it, experience at a private or high-end facility, strong customer service, and familiarity with golf software.

Qualifications

• PGA Associate or Class A PGA Professional preferred (or enrolled in PGA program).
• Experience at private club or high-end daily-fee facility preferred.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Playing ability and knowledge of Rules of Golf.
• Experience with Golf Genius, Northstar, POS systems, Microsoft Office, and golf shop operations.
• Strong organizational skills with multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily operation of the Golf Shop and overall golf operation.
• Provide exceptional service to members and guests, both on and off the golf course.
• Manage tee times, check-ins, merchandise sales, and POS transactions.
• Assist with planning and execution of member events, tournaments, and outings.
• Oversee weekly Ladies' 18-hole and 9-hole leagues.
• Support Ladies' and Junior golf instruction programs, clinics, and junior initiatives.
• Enforce club policies, pace of play, and the Rules of Golf.
• Assist with merchandising, inventory control, and product displays in the Golf Shop.
• Coordinate with outside staff, caddies, and other club departments for a seamless member experience.
• Maintain a visible and professional presence throughout the facility.

Skills

PGA Associate

Class A PGA

Private club

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Rules of Golf

Golf Knowledge

Golf Genius

Northstar

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Golf shop ops

Organizational skills

Tools

Golf Genius

Northstar

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Country Club of Waterbury is seeking a motivated, service-oriented Assistant Golf Professional to join our 2027 golf operations team. The Country Club of Waterbury offers an unparalleled golfing experience to its 300 golfing members, managing 22,000 rounds of member and guest play annually on our historic Donald Ross Course. This position presents a unique opportunity to grow professionally alongside Alex Aulerich, during the second year of a new golf operation. He was most recently the Senior Assistant at Oakmont Country Club, one of the leading clubs in staff development and growth historically. The Assistant Golf Professional will play a meaningful role in helping establish service standards, operational systems, and member programming from the ground up. This role is ideal for a golf professional looking to expand leadership skills, gain hands-on experience in building and managing golf programs, and contribute to the long-term vision and success of a private club operation.

Experience Required

• PGA Associate or Class A PGA Professional preferred (or actively enrolled in the PGA Professional Golf Management Program)
• Previous experience at a private club or high-end daily-fee facility preferred
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Playing ability and knowledge of the Rules of Golf
• Experience with Golf Genius, Northstar, POS systems, Microsoft Office, and golf shop operations
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily operation of the Golf Shop and overall golf operation
• Provide exceptional service to members and guests, both on and off the golf course
• Manage tee times, check-ins, merchandise sales, and POS transactions
• Assist with the planning and execution of member events, tournaments, and outings
• Oversee and manage weekly Ladies' 18-hole and 9-hole leagues
• Support Ladies' and Junior golf instruction programs, clinics, and junior golf initiatives
• Enforce club policies, pace of play, and the Rules of Golf
• Assist with merchandising, inventory control, and product displays in the Golf Shop
• Coordinate with outside staff, caddies, and other club departments to ensure a seamless member experience
• Maintain a visible and professional presence throughout the facility

Benefits

• Potential PGA Professional Golf Management Program support
• Playing and practice privileges
• Meals while on duty
• Staff uniforms provided
• Tournament and education opportunities
• Positive work environment within a historic private club