Assistant Golf Professional

Overview

Join the TPC Network of clubs where you can have learning, growth, development, and career opportunities only a TPC can provide:

• Gain experience hosting and preparing for professional golf events. TPCs host 12 PGA TOUR events annually.
• Become a best-in‑class golf instructor with access to teaching tools, launch monitors, and the latest fitting equipment from leading brands.
• First‑in‑line for upcoming head professional positions within the TPC network.
• A focus on work/life balance allowing for time away from the club.
• Opportunities to play, socially and competitively, work to improve your golf game, and travel with members on golf trips.
• Company paid membership dues to section and national PGA.
• Company paid participation in local section meetings, education programs, and golf events.
• Company paid PGA Golf Management Associate Program fees through all three levels.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Sports Administration, Business Management, Marketing or related field or equivalent preferred
• Thorough knowledge of general business administration practices and professional golf operations practices and procedures as would be acquired through three to five years of similar professional golf experience in progressively responsible positions
• Prior supervisory experience a plus
• Working knowledge of golf course operations and practices necessary
• Registered PGA apprentice or current PGA Member in good standing

The Assistant Golf Professional is a key position within the Golf Operations Department. Working directly with the Head Golf Professional/Director of Golf, the Assistant Golf professional is primarily responsible for developing and implementing operational excellence, relationship building, staff training, driving revenue, and providing PGA TOUR level service.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Assist in all aspects of management of employees, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training all golf shop and golf operations staff utilizing standard company procedures. Make staffing, disciplinary, and compensation recommendations to department head
• Assist PGA TOUR players, members and guests with their golfing needs, ensuring that every step of their golf experience at the club runs as smoothly and is as enjoyable as possible
• Promote golf by teaching and conducting player development programs (where applicable), and staffing club tournament events which are established by the Head Professional and General Manager. Practice golf game and plays with members and guests as necessary
• Maintain the playing standards required for all Golf Professionals in the TPC Network.
• Assume management responsibility in the Golf Shop during the peak periods ensuring service standards are maintained
• Assist with writing and conducting annual and semi-annual employee performance reviews and disciplinary actions. Assist with employee development and training plans and provides substantial input on employee's readiness for promotions, transfers or out-placement
• Assist Head Golf Professional with labor management and cost controls by planning for and scheduling labor to include Golf Shop and Outside Golf Staff as needed
• Oversee outside golf operations, ensuring that control of membership and guest services. Ensure set-up and maintenance of practice facility, course advisors, golf car maintenance, golf bag storage, and golf club repair activities. Work closely with the Outside Golf Staff and Club Administration to coordinate all golf related activities
• Assist with timely completion of submissions and application for Association of Golf Course Merchandisers Platinum Awards. Present completed presentation to Head Golf Professional for review and final approval prior to submission to AGM
• Establish and administer the club tournament program. Assist in the development of promotional materials to communicate the programs to the members and guests as needed
• Ensure that the locker room staff provides the highest level of service and cleanliness standards. Maintain and replenish supplies of towels and other personal hygiene amenities as necessary
• Assist the Head Golf Professional with the development of…