Lifestyle Director

Troon; Bradenton, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Calusa Country Club in Bradenton, FL is seeking a Lifestyle Director to lead community activities, events, and communications. You will coordinate programs, manage budgets, and serve as the primary contact for member events to ensure high-quality experiences.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in recreation, hospitality, sales, or communications, with strong interpersonal and public speaking skills. A private club background is a plus.

Qualifications

• A degree in recreation, hospitality, sales or communication is preferred or experience in planning charitable events or company social calendars.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience coordinating and promoting recreational activities, volunteer programs, and fundraising events.
• Prior experience with private club residential communities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement programs, classes, and special community-wide events.
• Develop and manage Activities budget with Executive Leadership Team input.
• Act as main contact for member social events including invitations, RSVPs, menus, and on-site delivery.
• Coordinate and develop a volunteer program with local organizations and businesses.
• Host seminars and events to build resident wellness and awareness in health, finance, history, and social media.
• Create and distribute resident communications including newsletters, announcements, and calendars.
• Manage online content and social media; update member activity tracking and feedback.
• Welcome new residents and assist the sales team with prospects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Event planning

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's in Recreation/ Hospitality

Sales/Communication degree

Job description

Calusa Country Club
Bradenton, FL 34208, USA

Description

Calusa Country Club, located in Bradenton, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Lifestyle Director! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused community. As part ofTroon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

About Calusa Country Club:

Nestled in a beautiful, resort-style setting, Calusa Country Club is located in Lakewood Ranch. The property features meticulously maintained grounds, championship-caliber 30 holes of golf, Pro Shop, Clubhouse, Wellness Center, and multiple food and beverage outlet amenities under development, and a vibrant atmosphere that reflects pride, professionalism, and hospitality. The community is under development and includes single family homes, townhouses, villas and condominiums.

General Purpose:

The Lifestyle Director provides direction and focuses on all activity components of the community designed to enrich the quality of life and enhance the vibrancy of the community for all residents. The Lifestyle Director is responsible for assisting with a wide array of special events, workshops, classes, communications, and connecting residents throughout the community. The ideal candidate will have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate will be extremely well prepared and have the ability to actively multi-task in many different areas. A degree & experience in recreation, hospitality, sales or communication field is preferred or experience in planning charitable events or company social calendars.

• Plan, coordinate, and implement programs, classes, and special community-wide events that promote a healthy, active lifestyle.


• Develop and manage Activities budget providing recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team.


• Act as main point of contact for all member social events including creating all event orders, event marketing, invitations, menu selection, RSVPs, billing coordination, and onsite representative to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality programs.


• Coordinate and develop an effective volunteer program by networking with community organizations, businesses, schools, and individuals within the greater community.


• Host seminars and events, including specialists to build and encourage resident wellness and awareness in areas such as health, finance, history, social media, etc.


• Create and distribute all regular resident member correspondence including but not limited to monthly member newsletter, club announcements, seasonal procedural announcements, club flyers, signage, and calendars, promotions, events, etc.


• Act as primary owner for all member website and social media duties; responsibilities include update and creation of online content, distribution of communication, tracking member activity, and collecting member feedback.


• Maintain electronic membership database and hard files.


• Track resident participation numbers to measure activity success and develop communitywide metrics.


• Welcome new residents to the community and perform new resident member orientation.


• Assist thesales team with prospects, sharing the energy of all the community activities.


• Ability to work on nights, weekends, and holidaysrequired.


• Regular and reliable attendance.


• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience:

• A degree in recreation, hospitality,salesor communication field is preferred and/or practical experience in planning charitable events or company social calendars.


• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in coordinating and promoting recreational activities and programs, volunteer programs, and/or fund‑raising events.


• Prior experience with private club residential community is a plus.

Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

• Should possess general knowledge of skills defined within content of job description along with the body of information required with respect to computer systems and software, registration processes, policies and procedures, equipment, materials and products, etc.


• Public Speaking skills are important to the effectiveness of this position.


• Highly effective interpersonal skills, problem solving abilities, and advanced communication skills are a plus.


• Must be able to organize, participate, and direct in-community event set-ups.


• Should possess a high level of energy, social skills, initiative, enthusiasm, and cooperation, as well as exercise good judgment and discretion.


• The ideal candidate will be outgoing and welcoming.


• Will be accountable for individual performance, the work of others, equipment, supplies, product quality, and safety.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Benefits & Other Compensation:

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage


• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)


• Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company's discretion.

About Troon:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities.With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality.Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous,Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization.Learn more atwww.troon.com .

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