Lifestyle Director

Twice; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ibis Landing Golf & Country Club in Lehigh Acres, FL seeks a Lifestyle Director to lead community programs and events, enhancing resident life and engagement.

The role requires planning charitable events, coordinating activities, managing communications, and supporting the sales team. A degree in recreation, hospitality or related field plus 5+ years’ experience is preferred; nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• A degree in recreation, hospitality, sales or communication is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience coordinating and promoting recreational activities and programs.
• Experience with private club residential communities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement community programs and events.
• Develop and manage the activities budget.
• Coordinate member social events and newsletters.
• Maintain resident communications and website/social media.
• Support sales team with prospects.

Skills

Public Speaking

Interpersonal skills

Event coordination

Communication

Education

Degree in recreation or hospitality

Job description

Ibis Landing Golf & Country Club, located in Lehigh Acres, 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 of Troon, you'll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation

$70,000 annually

About Ibis Landing Golf & Country Club

Nestled in a beautiful, resort-style setting in Lehigh Acres, Florida, Ibis Landing Golf & Country Club is a vibrant residential community centered around an 18-hole championship golf course and an exceptional lifestyle experience. The property features meticulously maintained grounds, a full-service Golf Shop, resort-style pool, fitness and aerobics facilities, clubhouse amenities, game and social spaces, and a Tiki Bar with food and beverage service. The community includes a mix of single-family homes, villas, and other residential offerings designed to complement the active Southwest Florida lifestyle. With continued growth and development, Ibis Landing is focused on delivering outstanding golf, hospitality, recreation, and community experiences while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere built on pride, professionalism, and exceptional service.

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.

Essential Duties

• 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 the sales team with prospects, sharing the energy of all the community activities.
• Ability to work on nights, weekends, and holidays required.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience

• A degree in recreation, hospitality, sales or 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

• 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 at www.troon.com.