Head of Player Development & Performance Center

Grasslands Club; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Grasslands Club in Gallatin, Tennessee, seeks an accomplished golf professional to lead its Player Development program and PIC, reporting to the Director of Golf. Build year-round instructional programming and oversee staff and operations to deliver exceptional member experiences.

You will deliver private and group instruction, develop junior, women’s, and family programs, and collaborate with Golf Operations, Membership, and Marketing to engage members across all ages and skill levels.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of golf instruction experience, including demonstrated success in program development.
• Minimum two years of experience leading instructional programs or supervising staff.
• PGA of America or LPGA Teaching & Club Professional membership preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing and growing junior golf programs.
• Strong knowledge of modern golf instruction, swing analysis, and instructional technology.
• Experience with launch monitors, club fitting, and golf performance technology preferred.
• Previous experience at a private club or premier golf facility preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evenings as programming requires.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-quality private instruction, group lessons, clinics, golf schools, and specialized instructional programs.
• Develop a comprehensive, year‑round player development calendar serving juniors, women, beginners, families, and experienced golfers.
• Build and expand junior golf programming, including camps, academies, leagues, and competitive development opportunities.
• Create innovative programs that encourage new participation and strengthen long‑term engagement in golf.
• Establish instructional standards and support the professional development of other golf instructors.
• Oversee the daily operations, programming, and overall performance of the Performance Improvement Center.
• Maximize facility utilization through private instruction, group programming, club fitting, and member activities.
• Manage instructional technology, teaching resources, scheduling, and facility readiness.
• Lead club fitting operations and oversee PIC merchandise sales and inventory.
• Develop programs that position the PIC as a central hub for golf instruction, player development, and member engagement.
• Develop instructional programs and recreational activities that fully utilize the Club's nine-hole Short Course.

Skills

Instructional excellence

Program leadership

Junior development

Communication skills

Staff supervision

Relationship building

Job description

Grasslands Club in Gallatin, Tennessee, seeks an accomplished golf professional to lead its Player Development program and PIC, reporting to the Director of Golf. Build year-round instructional programming and oversee staff and operations to deliver exceptional member experiences.

You will deliver private and group instruction, develop junior, women’s, and family programs, and collaborate with Golf Operations, Membership, and Marketing to engage members across all ages and skill levels.