Assistant Golf Professional

Overview

Located in Bristol, Indiana, Elcona Country Club was founded in 1956. The golf course was designed by the legendary golf architect William Diddle and renovated by Arthur Hills. Stunning mature tree lines, Poa Annua greens, and impeccably maintained Bentgrass fairways provide a relaxing retreat from the everyday. Embracing all its members in a friendly, family‑oriented atmosphere, Elcona's membership represents all walks of life and professions and provides excellent opportunities to expand one's circle of acquaintances, both professionally and socially.

Elcona CC has about 310 golfing members who will turn around 18,000 rounds in 2025.

• PGA Member or Associate
• Private Club Experience preferred
• A desire to move up within the golf industry
• Basic knowledge of daily golf course operations, USGA rules, handicap, course rating system, mechanics and techniques of golf swing, and general game of golf
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be self‑motivated, detail oriented and able to manage competing priorities and multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Teaching/Club Fitting Experience
• Tournament Operations using Golf Genius Software
• Staff Management Experience

• Work directly with the Head Golf Professional to ensure the highest level of Service to the Elcona CC Membership and their guests
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Responsible for day to day golf operations
• Provide Lessons for all skill levels
• Plan and Execute Junior Golf Program in its entirety
• Hire, Train, Schedule and manage Bag Room Staff and Caddies (12‑20 employees)
• Inventory Control
• Have knowledge of merchandise and selling skills
• Assist Head Professional and other Golf Professionals with weekly groups/leagues (9 & 18 Hole Ladies, Men's League, Outings, etc.)
• Be willing to learn, take direction, and develop skills
• Practice and play the game with members of different groups

• 12‑Month Position
  • Elcona is committed to maintaining a healthy work‑life balance for all of its staff. While some weeks will require long hours, professionals will have one day off per week guaranteed and maintain 45‑50 hour work weeks in‑season. We will work as a team to ensure staff members are able to attend major life events as they come for all professionals (weddings, anniversarys, kid's events, etc.)
• Meals while on duty
• Health Insurance after 90 days
• 401K Program after 1 year
• 100% of Lessons & Junior Golf
• Clothing/Equipment Allowance
• PGA Dues Paid
• Holiday Bonus from Membership
• Tournament/Outing Bonus
• Discretionary Bonus based on Performance/Sales in Golf Shop