Golf Professional - House of Sport

DICK'S SPORTING GOODS; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Golf Professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves creating safe environments for golfers, providing high-quality instruction, and building lasting relationships with students. You will actively engage with the community, promoting services and enhancing the overall experience for athletes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in golf, a desire for continuous learning, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. If you're ready to make a difference in your community and inspire athletes, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in golf instruction and club fitting.
• Active PGA or LPGA member in good standing required.

Responsibilities

• Build a student base by providing high-quality golf instruction.
• Engage in community outreach to promote services and build relationships.

Skills

Golf Instruction

Club Fitting

Multi-tasking

Customer Relationship Building

Passion for Golf Equipment

Teaching Ability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

PGA of America Class A or LPGA Membership

Trackman Level 1 & 2

Job description

House of Sport by DICK'S Sporting Goods is more than just a store. It is a destination, an experience, a place where athletes can experiment and play. A retail store devoted to sport where our community can gather and be inspired. We are fundamentally changing retail by elevating these experiences, delivering first in class service, obsessing over our athletes, inspiring our teammates, and challenging retail norms.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping athletes to achieve their dreams.

If you are ready to obsess over the athlete and make a difference in your community, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

Job Duties & Responsibilities

1. Builds student base by creating safe environments for all golfers, providing high-quality instruction, and building long-lasting relationships with each student. Talk with clients to identify strengths and weaknesses of swing/game, get to the root of students’ lesson goals, and act as a 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.

2. The Golf Pro is directly involved in community outreach by partnering with local organizations to teach, support, and spread awareness of the Dick's House of Sport 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.

3. The 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:

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent

2. 1-3 years experience

3. Active PGA of America Class A or LPGA member in good standing

4. 3+ years knowledge of club-fitting through experience and/or OEM training

5. 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

6. Trackman Level 1 & 2

7. Ability to multi-task & work in a fast-paced environment

8. Passion for golf equipment & related technology

9. Desire for continued learning (self) and teaching others

10. Stays current with industry trends

Based on the location of the House of Sport, you may be required to submit relevant state-mandated clearances to supervise minors.