Lead Assistant Golf Professional

Overview

Gulph Mills Golf Club is an exclusive, private golf club located in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania with a variety of amenities available to our 368 members and their guests. Originally designed by Donald Ross, this course has been touched by many great architects like Perry Maxwell, Robert Trent Jones and, most recently, Gil Hanse. 14,000 rounds are played per year, and the club has an active caddie program.

Tom Gilbert is entering his 23rd season as the Head Golf Professional at Gulph Mills. He was the Philadelphia PGA Bill Strausbaugh Award recipient in 2017 and the 2016 Merchandiser of the Year. Tom has mentored and placed 8 of his former assistants into their own head golf professional positions at reputable clubs. This position will grant the successful candidate an opportunity to become well versed in all key areas of the business while advancing their career as a PGA Golf Professional.

This is a seasonal position with the busy season beginning in the middle of April and spanning through the end of October.

• PGA Member or PGA Associate in good standing (preferred)
• High golf IQ and knowledgeable of the USGA Rules of Golf
• Strong teaching ability and passion for player development
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor consistent with a private club environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and club events
• Experience with private club operations and golf management software (preferred)

• Be highly visible and engaging to the members and guests and enthusiastically promote golf at the club
• Assist with the daily operation of the golf shop, including merchandising, inventory control, POS systems, and tee sheet management
• Support the organization and execution of club tournaments, leagues and member events
• Provide private lessons, group instruction, and clinics in alignment with the club's instructional philosophy
• Assist Junior Golf Coordinator with our 8-week Operation 36 program in the Spring and Fall, and our two junior golf camps in July and August
• Assist with buying and merchandising of a $700,000+ golf shop
• Enforce club policies, rules of golf, and pace-of-play standards in a professional manner
• Assist membership with tee time reservations utilizing Foretees and event registration utilizing Golf Genius tournament software
• Maintain a polished, organized, and welcoming golf shop and practice facility environment
• Represent the club positively at all times, fostering strong member relationships

• $22/hour PLUS time and a half beyond 40 hours/week
• 100% of lesson income (potential of up to $15,000 in additional lesson revenue)
• PGA dues and continuing education support
• Playing and practice privileges (highly encouraged)
• Uniform allowance & PUD pricing from all major vendors
• Meals while on duty
• Opportunity for professional growth within a private club setting