Player Development Professional - First Tee of Prince William County

Forest Greens Golf Club; Triangle (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Forest Greens Golf Club in Triangle, VA seeks a full-time Player Development Professional to support youth programming and golf operations for First Tee of Prince William County. This role focuses on delivering engaging golf and youth development programming, supporting player development initiatives, and contributing to a hospitality-focused golf environment.

You will lead and collaborate with part-time coaches and volunteers, coordinate with the Regional Director of Instruction, and help

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
• Experience teaching or coaching or passion for youth.
• PGA/LPGA credential preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Strong communication, facilitation, problem solving and decision making.
• Energetic, personable and motivational with youth, staff and volunteers.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite and Lightspeed POS (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage First Tee - Prince William County youth programs and initiatives.
• Deliver high-quality, engaging programs using First Tee curriculum.
• Create and distribute lesson plans for First Tee and community programs.
• Encourage participation in matches, tournaments and events.
• Collaborate with Regional Director of Instruction on schedules and needs.
• Maintain attendance records with First Tee Coaches App and Salesforce.
• Assist with parent orientations and communications.
• Organize materials and train part-time coaches and volunteers.
• Ensure equipment storage areas are clean and organized.
• Model First Tee core values on and off the course.
• Provide leadership and administrative support for the program.
• Organize leagues, tournaments, and corporate clinics.
• Support culture through relationships with participants, families and staff.
• Provide individual and group golf instruction aligned with First Tee philosophy.
• Assist with player development programs and shift coverage as needed.
• Serve as main contact for part-time staff inDirector's absence.

Skills

Team communication

Facilitation

Problem solving

Decision making

High energy

Charismatic

Youth development

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree (related field)

PGA/LPGA Professional or Associate preferred

Tools

Lightspeed POS

Job description

Overview

Forest Greens Golf Club in Triangle, VA is seeking a full-time Player Development Professional to support youth programming and golf operations for First Tee of Prince William County. This role focuses on delivering engaging golf and youth development programming, supporting player development initiatives, and contributing to a hospitality-focused golf environment.

Experience Required

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Business Administration, Education, Recreation Management, Youth Development, or other related field preferred.
• Experience in teaching, coaching, or a passion for inspiring young people is preferred.
• PGA/LPGA Professional or Associate preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including late afternoons, evenings, Saturdays, as well as summer.
• Effective and proactive team communication, facilitation, problem solving, and decision making.
• High energy, charismatic, personable, and motivational in working with youth, coaches, patrons, part-time staff, and volunteers.
• Skilled with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite and Lightspeed point-of-sale system (preferred).

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead and manage First Tee - Prince William County youth programs including First Tee Programs, community programs, school field trips, and in-school initiatives as needed.
• Use the First Tee curriculum and help lead part-time coaches and volunteers to deliver high-quality, engaging programs.
• Assist in creating and distributing lesson plans for First Tee, school, and community programs.
• Encourage qualified youth participants to participate in matches, tournaments, local chapter events, and national participant opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Regional Director of Instruction regarding schedules, field trips, facility usage, and program needs.
• Maintain accurate attendance records using the First Tee Coaches App and Salesforce.
• Assist with parent orientations, parent communication, and newsletter content.
• Organize class materials and provide on-site training and guidance to part-time coaches and volunteers.
• Ensure equipment storage areas are clean and organized.
• Model First Tee core values and key commitments on and off the golf course.
• Provide leadership and administrative support aligned with the vision and mission of First Tee - Prince William County.
• Organize and lead leagues, tournaments, special events, and corporate clinics.
• Support the culture through relationships with participants, families, patrons, community partners, and staff.
• Provide individual and group golf instruction consistent with First Tee philosophies.
• Assist with player development programs and work counter shifts as needed.
• Serve as the main point of contact for part-time staff in the Regional Director of Instruction's absence.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older).
• Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, subject to applicable law and eligibility criteria.