Head Golf Professional
Country Club in Abbottstown, Pennsylvania is looking for a Head Golf Professional.

Position Overview:
In addition to providing our members a unique, and personable experience, the position manages, supervises, and oversees the club’s entire golf operation to provide the highest standards of excellence for member and guest enjoyment. The Head Pro also plans and coordinates a golf program which is respected and enjoyed by the membership. Manages the Golf Shop and related services to meet the needs of the members in a manner consistent with club’s mission and philosophy. Ensures proper communication between departments, maintains excellent relationships with suppliers and keeps members and staff satisfied and well-informed.

Job Tasks/Duties:
• Plans, promotes, and directs all golf activities including daily management responsibilities.
• Works with the GM to prepare annual and monthly budgets for golf operations; takes corrective actions as necessary to help assure that budget goals are attained.
• Orders merchandise for golf shop and provides the best selection possible within the constraints of inventory and quality limits set by board policy.
• Orders supplies associated with golf activities.
• Maintains attractive, orderly appearance in Golf Pro Shop.
• Selects, supervises, trains, and evaluates golf cart maintenance personnel and Golf Pro Shop, locker room, golf range, golf bag and club storage employees and on-course personnel.
• Provides golf lessons to members and guests outside of regular working hours.
• Plays golf with members of all skill-levels to generate enthusiasm.
• Designs and conducts complimentary and paid golf clinics.
• Plans professional development and training activities for subordinates.
• Designs and conducts junior golf clinics, PGA Jr League, and training programs.
• Collects fees and charges for all golf-related activities through POS System.
• Organizes, promotes, and conducts club tournaments and related events.
• Interprets and enforces the club’s golf rules and regulations without prejudice and ensures that the Golf Pro Shop staff is familiar with club rules and policies and enforces them.
• Interprets and enforces facility policies, rules, and regulations without prejudice.
• Consults with the General Manager & Greens Committee about golf course and practice range operations, maintenance and rules.
• Cooperates with the grounds superintendent about maintenance issues that affect the playability of the golf course.
• Under the direction of the greens committee, implements and administers a system governing the start of play and the handicap system.
• Represents the club in area professional events including local, state or national events with the approval of the Greens Committee.
• Attends all staff, management, golf committee, and other applicable meetings.
• Maintains records relating to player and guest rounds and other statistics through the POS System.
• Manages Course Advisors/player assistants for tournaments as well at other times as determined by GM & Greens Committee; supervises CA/PA to help ensure that expected performance is delivered.
• Works with the Entertainment Committee to help plans social evenings and events to promote golf and fellowship among members and guests.
• Adheres to all federal, state, and local laws regarding health, safety, employment, and employment of minors.
• Schedules staff hours to assure that members needs are fully served and that labor costs are maintained; periodically checks timecards for adherence to posted schedules.
• Assists in the development of short- and long-range plans for improvements to the club facilities and golf course.
• With advanced approval, attends national and sectional conferences and meetings, merchandise shows, educational and professional shows to encourage development and to enhance quality and image of the club.
• Works with the Executive Chef, Banquet Manager, & appropriate committees when it comes to creating menus for member-related golf events and sponsored outings.
• Maintains visible presence at the club during peak times of play.
• Supervises the work of the Assistant Golf Professional.
• Supervises golf play of members and guests from the first tee and maintains starting times according to the club’s rules and regulations.
• Provides golf-related information for the club’s newsletter.
• Provides for the collection and issuance of all prizes associated with all competitions.
• Assists in the implementation of an overall safety program that conforms to OSHA standards for the Golf Department.
• Works with the Membership Director to assist in new golf member orientation program.
• Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the General Manager, Board of Directors, & Committees.

Requirements:
College degree preferred with a bachelor’s degree in a business-related major or Sports Management.
Five year’s work experience as a Golf Professional or equivalent work experience as an Assistant Golf Professional at a private club.
Prior experience in all facets of golf operations, including inventory and financial control; employee motivation and training; golf instruction; tournament and event management; working knowledge of golf course maintenance.
Expertise in golfing rules and regulations.
Good working knowledge of golf course maintenance.
Knowledge of marketing, fiscal management, and retail operations.
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions; skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.
Holds Class A Certification through the PGA of America.
Has met PGA criteria for Head Professional.

Compensation:
$55,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year.

How to apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.

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