Head golf professional (Full Time) - UNITED STATES

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Sioux City Country Club | Sioux falls South dakota United states
Expires: February 14, 2024


Sioux City Country Club one of the finest medium market Country Clubs in the Upper Midwest is currently searching for a Head Golf Professional. The Club was founded in 1908.

The current management team is filled with long – term professionals dedicated to the success of Sioux City Country Club. There are approximately 375 club members in two membership categories. The Club has 18 holes of golf, excellent practice facilities, a large Golf Shop, Clubhouse with banquet facilities for 200 guests, 2 – member dining and lounge areas, an Olympic pool with a newly renovated $900,000 pool deck, patio dining, large active fitness center, locker rooms and a number of other amenities. The Sioux City population draw in 2023 is approximately 175,000.

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HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Concept: As the Leader of the Golf Management Team the Head Golf Professional has the responsibility for the overall management of the golf operation and programs while working cooperatively with all other Club departments and Team members.

Supervised by: The General Manager / COO

The Position Supervises:

Assistant Professionals Teaching Professionals

Golf Shop Service Staff Merchandise Manager

Outside Service Staff Volunteer Staff

Prioritized Keys to Successful Performance:

#1 Creation of enhanced and elevated Golf Programs #4 Instill a love of golf for ALL SCCC Families

#2 Develop 5 Star – Golf and Member Experiences #5 Bring an enthusiastic atmosphere to SCCC

#3 Initiate Training Programs for staff development #6 Be innovative and cultivate a FUN AURA for all

Compensation & Benefits

· $85,000 - $95,000 - Base Salary and up to $15,000 performance bonus – Separate Addendum

- Lesson Revenue Approximation: Individual and Jr. Golf: $5,000 - $7,500 - Separate Addendum

- Health Insurance Disability, etc.: As specified in the Employee Handbook

- Retirement Program: As specified in the Employee Handbook

- PGA Dues and Attendance at the annual show

- Continuing Education

- Vacation: As specified in the Employee Handbook

- Sick Leave: As specified in the Employee Handbook

- Club Privileges: Full Membership Privileges for the Golf Professional's Family

Specific Responsibilities - include but are not limited to:

Golf Operations Management

 Oversee the reservation system, starting, monitoring, and pace of play

 Track and verify all players and guests, green fees, golf cars, club care, lockers, handicap fees, and other

charges necessary, and facilitate accurate accounting and recordkeeping

 Oversee golf car fleet while ensuring proper maintenance and recordkeeping

 Develop and manage an innovative tournament program, group outings, and leagues that service all customer segments

 Oversee the operations of a well-managed practice facility

 Provide professional club repair and club fitting services

 Ensure the proper storage, safety, and cleaning of golf equipment

 Play golf with a variety of members and/or guests as time and the GM / COO permit

 Administer the Rules of Golf and educate staff. Promote and provide Rules of Golf clinics to the membership

 Develop, maintain, update, and utilize member database

Retail and Apparel Management

 Oversee retail merchandise concession in step with the mission of the golf and Club operations

 Maintain a profitable golf merchandising operation as directed by the GM / COO

 Oversee development of buying plans and all golf related purchasing with the collaboration of the GM / COO

 Supervise physical inventories, present a diverse and desirable array of golf equipment, apparel, accessories

 Assist in the development of necessary systems utilizing POS to safeguard inventories and cash

 Establish accurate recordkeeping policies and procedures

 Supervise and train all golf shop staff to maximize Member Experiences and sales opportunities

 Ensure customer database includes and tracks important dates, spending, sizes, preferences

 Maintain and attractive and orderly appearance in and around the golf shop, locker and bag rooms

 Conduct accurate and timely inventory counts and turn in the information as directed by the GM / COO

Player Development

 Develop, provide, and oversee an enhanced golf instruction program offering individual and group clinics for

all levels. Ensure that the services of a well trained staff of professional instructors are available where required

 Develop and oversee player development programs

 Utilize PGA of America player development tools, resources, and materials

 Focus on programs for women, families, seniors, and juniors

 Develop PGA Jr. League

 Utilize the resources of PGA programs such as Get Golf Ready, PGA Sports Academy, and others

 Assist with the training of the full facility staff in regard to player development and encourage their participation

 Work with GM / COO to develop Player Development marketing at the Club

Golf Administration

 Recruit, hire, train, motivate, and supervise all golf department staff and maintain accurate payroll records for evaluation and future budgets

 Ensure evaluations and annual reviews are completed and recorded for all applicable staff and reviewed with the GM /COO

 Attend staff meetings as scheduled by GM / COO and schedule staff meetings with golf operations personnel weekly

 Update and maintain golf shop policies and procedures and job descriptions and ensure they are approved by the GM / COO and adhered to and posted in the proper areas

 Create and deliver communications with the membership as directed by the GM / COO

 Maintain safety standards and safety equipment within OSHA requirements

 Assist in the publications of newsletters, informational, and promotional materials

 Participate in and compile comparison information using PGA Performance Trak to properly position the facility in the marketplace

 Oversee the administration of the golf handicap program

 Work closely with and provide guidance and consultation with all committees as directed by the GM / COO

 Attend applicable committee meetings, BOD, management, and staff meetings when requested

 Adhere to, enforce, and implement policies and procedures of the Club and its rules and regulations

 Setup regular written communication with GM / COO to include facility, programming, staff and member updates

Business and Financial

 Responsibility for the financial and operational performance of the golf shop operations, golf services and golf programs

 Ensure all financial goals and objectives set by the GM and Board of Directors are being achieved

 Lead in the development and preparation of budgets, including forecasting and review of all golf operations revenues and expenses on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis

 Ensure systems controls are in place to safeguard assets, revenues, inventories and resources

 In keeping with facility goals, utilize yield management techniques to maximize course usage

Other Facility/Departmental Responsibilities

 Work closely with all department heads and GM / COO to achieve the goals and objectives of the Club

 Maintain a close working relationship with the Golf Course Superintendent and collaborate on course playability and tournament set up

 Assist the Membership Sales Director in the promotion of new member leads and provide a supporting role in assisting with prospective members and orientation of new members

 Coordinate plans with the Food and Beverage Manager for food and beverage needs for all golf functions

Knowledge, Skills and Traits

 In – depth knowledge of the Country Club – Member Experience

 Maintain PGA of America membership in good standing in an active classification

 Fundamental knowledge of the game of golf, rules of golf, golf facility operations and tournament operations

 Fundamental supervisory practices and principles

 Act as a role model for all employees by demonstrating the behavior and work ethic expected of all employees

 Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills

 Self-motivated with desire to promote and market the Club and the course

 Service and Member focused attitude

 Experienced in written and oral business and member communications

 Remain up-to-date on member relationship management tactics and strategies

 Utilize the resources of PGA player development programs such as Get Golf Ready, PGA Sports Academy, Tee it Forward and others

 Experienced computer operator including; Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficient in other applications, i.e. email, social media, internet, tournament and database

 Maintain and promote a positive professional image within the Club and community

 Attend conferences, workshops, meetings, and trade shows to keep abreast of marketing and business trends

 Maintain a credible golf game and remain current on teaching innovations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Country Club: 1 year (Preferred)
• Golf Professional: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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