Golf Professional - Golf Galaxy

Golf Galaxy; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Golf Galaxy in Appleton, WI is seeking a Golf Professional to grow our student base through high-quality instruction and trusted advising on swing and game improvement. You will work with our certified fitters to optimize equipment and deliver exceptional service to golfers of all levels.

The role emphasizes community outreach and teamwork with local organizations to promote fitting, lessons, and club technology, ensuring a top-tier Golf Galaxy experience for every golfer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Active PGA/LPGA membership or progress toward status.
• Experience with club fitting and fitting equipment preferred.
• TrackMan Level 1 and 2 certifications preferred.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong knowledge of golf equipment and technology.

Responsibilities

• Builds student base by creating safe environments for all golfers, providing high quality instruction, and building long-lasting relationships with each student. Identifies strengths and weaknesses, sets goals, and acts as Trusted Advisor to improve swing/game.
• Leads community outreach by partnering with local organizations to teach, support, and promote the Golf Galaxy experience through services like Fitting, Lessons, and Club Tech; aims to develop lasting relationships with golfers in the community.
• Collaborates with Certified Fitters and teammates to enhance the Trusted Advisor experience during fittings, lesson planning, and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Active PGA/LPGA member

Multi-tasking

Continued learning

Industry trend awareness

Golf equipment & technology passion

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

PGA/LPGA Apprentice Program (Levels 1–3)

Tools

TrackMan Level 1

TrackMan Level 2

Job description

If golf is your passion, you’ll love growing the game at Golf Galaxy. We are home to the Trusted Advisors whom every golfer relies on to better their best. What separates us from any other retail golf experience is our teammates and innovative technology focused on finding the best fit for golfers of all ages and abilities.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve. On our team, everyone plays a critical role providing genuine, helpful, and friendly service to equip golfers of all levels to better their game.

Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Builds student base by creating safe environments for all Golfers, provide high quality instruction, and build long lasting relationships with each student. Talk with clients to identify strengths and weaknesses of swing / game, get to root of students’ lesson goals, and act as Trusted Advisor for each respective student. The Golf Professional will seek out information and opportunities to develop self to become a better teacher. Ensure teaching concepts are directed toward students understanding and adjust teaching style to best facilitate students learning. The Golf Professional is continuously looking for new and creative ways to build a robust student base, striving to meet and exceed the financial and metric goals for the role.
• The Golf Pro is directly involved in community outreach by partnering with local organizations to teach, support, and spread awareness of the Golf Galaxy experience. Our Professionals are leading initiatives within their local community to promote our services – Fitting, Lessons, Club Tech, specialized service through the variety of departments and how we would like to create lasting relationships with each Golfer, no matter where their Golf journey may take them.
• Golf Professional works collaboratively with Certified Fitters and teammates to enhance the Trusted Advisor experience with each student. That may come in the form of interacting with Fitters / Golfers during Fittings, offering suggestions or advice on lesson plans to improve swing / game, sharing knowledge, experience and expertise with fellow teammates and Golfers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1-3 years experience
• Active PGA of America Class A or LPGA member in good standing
• 3+ years knowledge of club-fitting through experience and/or OEM training
• PGA of America Class A or LPGA Member in good standing, Apprentice Level 1,2,3 or interested in becoming a PGA/LPGA Member through our PGA/LPGA Associate Program
• Trackman Level 1 & 2
• Ability to multi-task & work in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for golf equipment & related technology
• Desire for continued learning (self) and teaching others
• Stays current with industry trends

Virtual Requirements

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.
• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!