Head Golf Professional — Private Club Leader

Wildcat Run Golf & Country Club; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildcat Run Golf & Country Club in Estero, Florida, is seeking an accomplished Head Golf Professional to lead our private-golf operation and deliver an outstanding member and guest experience. The role encompasses directing golf operations, budgeting, programming, and a seamless member service culture across all golfing activities.

You will mentor a talented team, collaborate with committees and club leadership, and preserve the Club's traditions while pursuing thoughtful innovation, sound

Qualifications

• PGA of America membership in good standing preferred; substantial private-club leadership experience.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, retail oversight, inventory management, and operational analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and confidence working with committees and club leadership.
• Experience designing and executing a robust tournament, instruction, and member-engagement calendar.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for all golf operations, including the Golf Shop, outside services, player development, tournaments, and member programming.
• Build strong relationships with members and guests through an accessible, proactive, and service-oriented leadership presence.
• Oversee the annual golf calendar, including championships, member events, and innovative participation initiatives.
• Direct golf instruction and player development offerings for golfers of varying ages and skill levels.
• Manage golf retail and merchandising strategy, inventory controls, vendor relationships, and service standards.
• Prepare and manage operating budgets, monitor financial performance, and recommend responsible improvements to revenue and expense management.
• Partner closely with the Membership Department on all new golf memberships.
• Work closely with Golf Operations Committee, Greens Committee and Senior leadership to align golf priorities with the overall member experience.
• Administer golf policies, tee-time procedures, pace-of-play expectations, handicapping practices, and consistent communication with the membership.

Skills

PGA Member

Club leadership

Budgeting

Member service

Education

PGA certification preferred

Job description

Wildcat Run Golf & Country Club in Estero, Florida, is seeking an accomplished Head Golf Professional to lead our private-golf operation and deliver an outstanding member and guest experience. The role encompasses directing golf operations, budgeting, programming, and a seamless member service culture across all golfing activities.

You will mentor a talented team, collaborate with committees and club leadership, and preserve the Club's traditions while pursuing thoughtful innovation, sound