Head Golf Professional Lead

City of Phoenix Park & Rec; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Traditional pension

401(a) and 457 plans with employer贡献

Medical plans (HMO/PPO/HSA)

Post-Employment Health Plan city贡献

Wellness incentive

Dental, vision, life insurance

Long-term disability

Transit pass

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

City of Phoenix Park & Rec seeks a Head Golf Professional to provide strategic leadership, oversee eight city-owned courses, ensure exceptional guest experiences, and align operations with city policies. Lead a high-performing team and collaborate with course maintenance and admin staff to safeguard assets and deliver value.

This role requires PGA/LPGA membership, senior golf operations experience, and strong budgeting and vendor management.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the PGA or LPGA.
• Three years of experience as Head Golf Professional or as the first assistant to a Head Golf Professional.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• This position requires use of a personal or City vehicle on City business; must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for eight city golf facilities.
• Deliver extraordinary guest experiences and lead high-performing teams.
• Collaborate with course maintenance and Golf Course Maintenance supervisor to implement city policies and safeguard assets.

Skills

PGA/LPGA member

Head Golf Pro experience

Budgeting/financial oversight

Vendor/contract management

Staff mentorship and development

Driving license and city vehicle use

Job description

Overview

The Parks and Recreation Department provides residents and visitors with more than 41,000 acres of desert parks and mountain preserves. The parks feature 41 trailheads and more than 200 miles of trails, and 182 city parks. Additionally, there are 32 community and recreation centers, classes and sports programs for all ages, 29 pools, eight golf courses, and a variety of specialty and cultural venues and facilities.

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to supervise all eight City-owned golf facilities, ensure quality service is provided to the public, and ensure that work is performed in compliance with city policies and procedures.

Experience Required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A member of the Professional Golf Association (PGA) or the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA)
• Three years of experience as either a Head Golf Professional or the first assistant to a Head Golf Professional.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• This position requires the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Five plus years of experience serving in senior golf operations roles such as Vice President, Regional Manager, Director of Golf, or General Manager.
• Experience in agronomic planning and golf course maintenance.
• Experience managing facility related financial responsibilities, including budgeting, capital projects, and labor cost oversight
• Experience in vendor and contract management.
• Experience in business reporting and presentation skills.
• Experience in the planning, promotion and execution of Elite Amateur tournaments.
• Experience in the mentorship, development and longevity of staff.
• Experience in multi-course management.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities include providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and financial accountability for eight exceptional course condition. The Head Golf Professional*Lead will deliver extraordinary guest experiences, develop high-performing teams, and work closely with facility Head Golf Professionals and the Golf Course Maintenance supervisor to implement city operating policies and procedures, provide excellent value and safeguard city assets.

Benefits

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information .
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Employer paid long-term disability.
• Free Bus/light rail pass.
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days.
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period.
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi .