Regional Manager - Union

Overview

Ash Brook Golf Course, located in Scotch Plains NJ, features 7040 yards of golf and a par 72. The course was designed by Alfred Tull and opened in 1953. Ash Brook is a parkland style golf course with tree‑lined fairways and large greens. In addition to the 18‑hole facility, Ash Brook offers a Pitch & Putt course for players of all ages that has proven to be a family favorite in the community.

The Pitch & Putt course features 673 yards of golf for a par of 27. The Tavern at Ash Brook recently renovated and provides a modern scenic view overlooking the golf course with a full bar, grill and patio spaces.

Galloping Hill Golf Course located in Kenilworth New Jersey - is known as “The Home of Public Golf in New Jersey”. Ideally located off the Garden State Parkway in Kenilworth, New Jersey, this 27‑hole facility sprawls across 271 acres. Characterized by its natural terrain of rolling hills and valleys, this newly renovated course has a reputation as one of the most challenging courses in the area.

The 46,000 square foot clubhouse accommodates banquets of up to 300 guests along with an award‑winning restaurant.

The Venues division in Union County consists of Walter E Ulrich Pool featuring a barrier‑free bathhouse, a 50 meters swimming pool that ranges in depth from 2.5 ft to 5.5 ft along with a children’s wading pool. In addition, we operate a Wheeler Spray Park with multiple water features and slides along with Warinanco Sports Center featuring a modern café, small and large banquet rooms, pedal boat rental and a state‑of‑the‑art ice rink and turf sports venues.

Founded in 1978, Kemper Sports is an independent golf, sports venue and hospitality management company based in Northbrook, Illinois. We specialize in property and experience management, providing expertise and turn‑key management in all areas of operations from finance and accounting to human resources, to sales and marketing. The Kemper Sports portfolio features more than 200 facilities across 30 states.

The Regional Manager will oversee a portfolio of individual business units and will be responsible for leading facility General Managers, Agronomists, Department Heads and their teams to achieve business goals, maximize service levels, and enhance profitability.

The Union County portfolio of properties consists of Galloping Hill Golf Course, Ash Brook Golf Course, Shady Rest Golf Course, Warinanco Sports Center, Wheeler Spray Park and Walter

E. Ulrich Pool.

• Minimum 5 years of General Manager experience in the golf and/or hospitality industry.
• BA/BS degree preferred (concentration in hospitality, finance, business administration and management helpful).
• Demonstrated experience with financial analysis, forecasting, capital expenses & budget development, variance analysis, operational analysis, etc.
• Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge of facility management and sports/recreation programming.
• Personal strengths must include ability to see the big picture, ability to identify the important issues, organization skills, attention to detail, adaptability, ability to effectively balance multiple projects concurrently, problem solving skills, resourcefulness, with the ability to get things done under pressure.
• Understanding of building management systems and property mechanicals preferred.
• Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills including writing and presenting reports at all levels. Someone approachable, warm, and engaging.
• A problem solver who likes change and innovation while controlling the big picture. Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.
• Positive attitude, professional manner, and appearance in all situations.
• Respond positively and actively to challenge and pressure, always sure of an ability to handle problems and people.

• Develops and maintains active contact with the Client/Contract Administrator in support of ideal relationships, and account retention.
• Develops and implements facility goals in accordance…