Head Golf Professional
Golf Course in Ottawa, Kansas is looking for a Head Golf Professional.

Position Overview:
Responsible for the overall management and operation of the course, ensuring smooth day-to-day functions while maintaining a high standard of customer service and satisfaction. This role includes supervising staff, overseeing administrative functions, maintaining the grounds, and managing budgets. The position also plays a critical role in marketing the golf course, organizing events, and developing programs that enhance the customer experience and promote the facility’s services.

Essential Job Functions:
• Staff Management: Provide leadership in hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising clubhouse and maintenance staff. Ensure all employees perform their duties efficiently and contribute to the facility’s operations.

• Golf Operations Management:
o Manage all aspects of the golf course’s practice areas, driving range, and golf car services.
o Develop and promote programs such as, but not limited to, golf leagues including junior, twilight, and senior, family golf, and educational programming.
o Organize successful golf tournaments in collaboration with businesses and charitable institutions.
o Engage with patrons by participating in rounds of golf and offering professional services to enhance their experience.

• Financial Management:
o Prepare and manage the course’s annual budget, ensuring revenue and expenses are monitored daily, weekly, monthly, and annually in accordance with City practice and policy.
o Develop long-term business and capital plans and adjust strategies as necessary based on financial performance.
o Ensure compliance with all financial procedures, including audits, inventory control, cash management, and safeguarding assets.

• Compliance and Policy Development:
o Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
o Develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational strategies to ensure the facility runs efficiently and aligns with the City’s overall mission.

• Customer Service and Public Relations:
o Foster positive relationships with patrons and the local community by offering high-quality services and ensuring customer satisfaction.
o Communicate regularly with stakeholders and the City regarding the course’s operations and performance.

• Golf Course and Facility Maintenance:
o Oversee the maintenance of all physical assets, including golf carts, equipment, and grounds, ensuring the highest standards for playability and aesthetics.

• Golf Programs and Player Development:
o Administer the Rules of Golf and provide educational opportunities to staff and players.
o Develop and implement player development programs using PGA Playbooks and resources.
o Oversee the golf handicap program and ensure accurate record-keeping for all customer transactions.

Ancillary Job Functions:
• Community Engagement:
o Act as a representative of the City in interacting with individual citizens, community groups, and businesses. Participate in local events and activities to enhance the golf course’s visibility and reputation.

• Policy Adherence:
o Comply with all City ordinances, policies, and relevant state and federal laws. Assist other departments as needed, contributing to the overall success of municipal operations.

Requirements:
3 years of experience.
PGA Certification: The candidate must hold or actively be pursuing a PGA Certification. Experience as a Head Golf Professional or assistant is required.
Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in a leadership role within golf course operations is required.
Licenses: Must have a valid driver’s license.
Education: A high school diploma or GED is mandatory. The candidate must also actively maintain PGA of America membership in good standing, or pursue this if they are a PGA Apprentice.

Additional Skills:
In-depth knowledge of golf rules, course operations, and tournament management.
Strong organizational, planning, and customer service skills.
Proficiency in business communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and internet tools.

Compensation:
$95,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year.

How to apply:
Please apply via the URL provided.

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