General Manager​/Chief Operating Officer

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Indian River Colony Club (IRCC) seeks a dynamic and experienced General Manager/Chief Operating Officer (GM/COO) to lead one of the nation’s premier veteran-focused, 55+ private club communities. The GM/COO manages all operations for this unique, member-owned, active community, which includes an 18-hole private golf course, full-service dining and banquet facilities, extensive amenities, and a comprehensive maintenance program for over 780 single-family homes.

The new GM/COO will succeed a respected leader of 20 years who was instrumental in shaping the vision of IRCC. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated leader committed to upholding a culture of excellence and promoting the community’s core values of patriotism, service, and camaraderie.

Referred to as “The Place Patriots Call Home,” IRCC was founded in 1986 as a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to providing its members with exceptional housing, recreation, and community. It operates as a member-owned private club, not a traditional Homeowners Association. A defining characteristic of the membership is a shared background of service; at least 80% of members or their spouses have honorably served in a branch of the U.S. uniformed services.

• A culture of patriotism, camaraderie, and service
• Safety and security
• Stewardship of fiscal, human, and natural resources
• Excellence in recreational, dining, and social programs
• Outstanding customer service and transparency

• Residential: 782 single-family homes with a unique program covering exterior maintenance, roof replacement, lawn care, and major system repair.
• Golf: 18-hole Gordon Lewis-designed course, Aqua Driving Range, and practice facilities.
• Clubhouse:
  Casual and fine dining rooms, a 19th Hole Bar & Grill, and a large Ballroom/Banquet Facility.
• Amenities:
  Resort-style heated pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, croquet, 28 lakes & wetlands, and RV parking.
• Security: 24-hour guard-gated entry.

• Legal Status:
  Debt-free Florida not-for-profit corporation with no history of special assessments
• Total Annual Revenues: $11M
• Annual Dues Volume: $10.3M
• Food & Beverage Volume: $1.4M
• Gross Payroll: $5.7M
• Employees: 115 Full-Time, 6 Part-Time
• Memberships: 782 Resident, 17 Social, 11 Non-resident
• Total Population:
  Approximately 1200

Bachelor’s

The GM/COO is responsible for managing all aspects of IRCC, reporting directly to the Chairman of the Board. This leader will guide the relationships between the corporation and its Board, members, employees, and the wider community while ensuring the financial health and operational excellence of the organization.

• Implement policies established by the Board of Directors and serve as an ex-officio member of all standing committees.
• Coordinate the development and execution of long-range and annual business plans.
• Provide strategic advice and recommendations to the Board on operations, maintenance, and capital improvements.
• Maintain positive relations with police, fire, and other governmental agencies.

• Develop and administer operating, cash, and capital budgets.
• Monitor monthly financial performance and take effective corrective action as required.
• Secure and protect the IRCC assets, including all facilities and equipment.
• Negotiate and recommend contracts over $25,000 for Board approval.

• Oversee all departments to ensure the highest standards for food, beverage, golf, recreation, facilities, and residential maintenance services.
• Welcome new members and maintain a visible, proactive, and engaging presence with the entire membership.
• Ensure the security, care and maintenance of the community’s physical assets and facilities.

• Lead a team of direct reports including the CFO, Director of Real Estate, Club Manager, Residential Manager, Director of Golf and Recreation, and Golf Course Superintendent.
• Develop and maintain a management philosophy that…