PGA Jr. League Competitions Leader

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The PGA Jr. League Competitions Leader is responsible for leading and executing all aspects of the PGA Jr. League All-Star Season, including the 13u Championship, 17u Championship, Regional Competitions, Section Championships, All-Star Play Days, and Regional Leader board competitions. Success will be measured by strategic growth of PGA Jr. League, increased participation, player and coach satisfaction, operational efficiency, and financial performance.

• Lead the PGA Jr. League 13u & 17u Championships, including:
  Serve as the Tournament Director; oversee inside-the-ropes and outside-the-ropes tournament operations, including rules, course setup, practice rounds, tee times, scoring, and event management; oversee player experiences, registration, hospitality, lodging, gifting, and awards; collaborate with broadcast partners; manage program sponsors and partners; work with internal teams (partnerships, marketing/production, public relations).
• Lead the PGA Jr. League Regional Competitions: secure host facilities, tournament preparation, staff assignments and training, signage, rules, scoring, food & beverage, hotel lodging, customer support, and other requirements to operate successful events.
• Organize, execute, and ensure the successful delivery of the PGA Jr. League Section Championships, All-Star Play Days, and Regional Leader board: collaborate with Section staff, promote and support PGA Coaches with All-Star Play Days, oversee technical and competitive integration of the Regional Leader board, provide resources, training, and communications for Sections, PGA Coaches, PGA Staff, and participants.
• Oversee the PGA Jr. League Conditions of Play: lead annual review and updating of the Conditions of Play, create Rules Addenda, organize and manage the Rules Committee, train staff and coaches on the Rules, and support committee-driven program updates.
• Support other department events (e.g., NHSGA Boys Invitational, NHSGA Girls Invitational, NCCGA Championship(s), PGA Show, team meetings).

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in business, marketing, or a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Five years of experience in tournament management and/or operation of a Championship or similar events, with a general business background.
• USGA Rules of Golf Workshop completion, and an “Advanced” score on the exam.
• Three years of team management experience. PGA Member preferred.
• Knowledge of golf industry; junior golf and player development programs; skills in conflict resolution. Knowledge of event management and ability to work with volunteers, host site staff, sponsors, community leaders, and government agencies.
• Ability to devise and disseminate financial data. Proficient written and oral communications. Experience with Gmail, Google Drive, Google Sheets, and Google Docs. Proficiency in Workday HCM (strongly preferred). Basic familiarity with AI tools and concepts.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

PGA of America respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers every staff member the means to find their place and thrive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other

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