Golf Shop Assistant (Student Position)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University is seeking a Golf Shop Assistant for Katke Golf Course in Big Rapids, MI. This student position involves assisting in the golf shop, managing tee times, and helping with merchandise and range operations.

The role requires some retail know-how and golf knowledge; driving record and criminal history checks may be conducted. 8 positions available, applications include resume and class schedule.

Qualifications

• Prefer background and knowledge of retail operations and golf knowledge is beneficial.
• Driving record check may be run pursuant to university policies.
• Safe driving is mandatory at all times while operating a golf cart on the course.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tournament operations.
• Answer phone calls.
• Assist members and guests with tee times and check-in on arrival.
• Receive, restock and display merchandise.
• Cash handling and operate a point of sale system.
• Set up customers with Trackman bays.
• Range ball coverage (indoor and outdoor).
• Maintain organization and light cleaning of all areas.

Skills

Retail operations knowledge

Golf knowledge beneficial

Education

Student standing / enrollment

Tools

Point of sale system

Trackman bays

Job description

Apply now Job no: 497992
Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Golf Shop Assistant (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI

Department: Katke Golf Course

Advertised Salary: $13.73

Summary of Position: Golf shop assistant will be helping in the shop and checking in guess with tee times. Working in the Pro Shop and Janke Learning center

Position Requirements

• Prefer background and knowledge of retail operations and golf knowledge is beneficial.
• As an individual who is responsible for driving on behalf of the university, a driving record check will be run pursuant to university policies. The individual will be required to sign an authorization to run a criminal history background and driving record check.
• Safe driving is mandatory at all times while operating a golf cart on the course.

• Assisting with tournament operations
• Answering phone calls
• Assisting members and guests with tee times and check in upon arrival
• Receiving, restocking and displaying of merchandise,
• Cash handling and operating a point of sale system
• Setting up customers with Trackman bays
• Indoor and outdoor range ball coverage
• Maintaining organization and light cleaning of all areas.

• Operates university motor vehicles, including golf carts, safely while carrying out job responsibilities.
• Staging carts in the morning and throughout the day. Taking carts from the barn to the staging area.
• Using carts to manage the course- Ranger duties, assist customers when needed
• Returning carts to the wash area and parking in the barn to recharge.
• Pick Balls from the range- Return balls to wash and fill the ball dispenser
• Set up course for events
• Driving golf carts on public roads is strictly prohibited.

Number of Positions Available: 8

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule

Job Close Date: October 31, 2026

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

Advertised: 01 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time