Lead Assistant Golf Professional

Golf Club of Avon, Incorporated; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Health per Club policy

401K with match per Club policy

Staff equipment agreement

Lesson income

Uniform allowance

PGA Dues allowance

Playing & Practicing Privileges

Meals while on duty

Winter Teaching on Trackman Simulators

Job summary

The Golf Club of Avon is seeking a Lead Assistant Golf Professional to join our team. This role develops skills toward becoming a Head Golf Professional and supports our busy Member Tournament Program and golf shop operations.

You will collaborate with a dedicated team, lead events, assist with club fitting, merchandising, and lessons, and mentor a staff of 18 associates while upholding our high standards of service for members and guests.

Qualifications

• PGA Class A or PGM Level 2-3 certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High energy, professional appearance and self-motivation.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a busy golf shop.

Responsibilities

• Support the busy Member Tournament Program and golf shop operations.
• Lead Men's tournament programs, instruction, club fitting, merchandising, outings, and club repair.
• Provide high-level customer service and manage daily play.
• Lead junior golf camps and coach PGA Junior League Teams.
• Play golf with members to build relationships.
• Collaborate on Trackman TPS and Golf Genius driven initiatives.

Skills

Team Player

Self-Starter

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Tournament Operations

Customer Service

Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Golf Genius

Education

Class A PGA Member or Level 2-3 PGM Associate

Tools

TrackMan 4

TPS software

Golf Genius

Job description

Overview

The Golf Club of Avon is seeking a Lead Assistant Golf Professional to join our team. This role is designed to hone the essential skills in becoming a Head Golf Professional.

Experience Required

• Class A PGA Member or Level 2-3 PGM Associate
• Team Player
• Proactive Self-Starter
• Strong desire to become a Head Golf Professional
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills
• High energy & enthusiasm
• Excellent work ethic
• Judgment and ability to anticipate members' and guests' needs
• Able to demonstrate a genuine interest in others
• Visible and easily approachable
• Polished professional appearance and demeanor
• High attention to detail and great organizational skills
• Comfortable multi-tasking
• Proficient in all aspects of tournament operations
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Golf Genius)

Essential Responsibilities

The Lead Assistant Golf Professional will work alongside a dedicated team to deliver an exceptional golf experience to the members and guests of the Club. Specific responsibilities include a focus on our busy Member Tournament Program as well as all aspects of the hard and soft goods business in the Golf Shop. All other roles are consistent in supporting the overall needs of the golf operation.

• Play an integral part in the setup and preparations of the Epson Tour event hosted at the Golf Club of Avon.
• Take a lead role in Men's tournament programs, instruction, club fitting, merchandising, outings, daily charges, website/app/email development, and club repair.
• Provide a high level of customer service in all areas of the golf operation and manage daily play
• Lead junior golf camps and clinics.
• Coach of the Golf Club of Avon PGA Junior League Teams.
• Play golf with the membership.
• What you will learn and experience:
  • Serving and connecting with our friendly membership who value club employees.
  • Teaching a membership using Trackman 4 and TPS software.
  • Playing the game with a membership that's passionate about golf.
  • Having a critical role in our Junior Golf Program, using the principles of the ADM Model.
  • Club fitting members using 4 of the major manufacturers' systems.
  • Merchandising in an active golf shop featuring brands like Peter Millar, B Draddy, Sun Day Red, Greyson, Zero Restriction, Johnnie-O, and more.
  • Leading a golf staff of 18 associates; recruit, hire, and inspire.
  • Learning financial and budgeting skills through assisting with the management of operating and capital budgets.
  • Taking a lead role in the execution of 52 member golf tournaments using the exciting features of Golf Genius Premium software.
  • Creating memorable experiences for clients during 20 corporate and charity golf outings.
  • Polishing communication skills through member email announcements and social media strategies.
  • Work alongside a Head Golf Professional who encourages career growth and development.

Benefits

• Full Health per Club policy
• 401K with match per Club policy
• Staff equipment agreement
• Lesson income
• Uniform allowance
• PGA Dues allowance
• Playing & Practicing Privileges
• Meals while on duty
• Winter Teaching on Trackman Simulators