Golf professional job description
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Example golf professional requirements on a job description
Golf professional requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in golf professional job postings.
Sample golf professional requirements
- Must have a valid certification as a Golf Professional
- Ability to operate golf equipment and provide instruction on its use
- Knowledge of golf terminology, rules, and regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyze and correct swing techniques
Sample required golf professional soft skills
- Patient and encouraging teaching style
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays
- Passion for the game of golf and desire to help others improve
Golf professional job description example 1
Landscapes Unlimited golf professional job description
Landscapes Golf Management and Pinecrest Golf Club are seeking an individual to join our team in Huntley, IL.
Since 1972 Pinecrest Golf Club has become a fantastic 18 hole course with some of the best greens in the state. We are searching for a Golf Professional who will be responsible for the monitoring and oversight of the golf programming at the club. The Pinecrest associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. Join the team today!
Essential Job Functions
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
+ Hire, train, schedule and supervise instruction. Directs the daily operations of the programming team ensuring accurate records.
+ Gives quality golf lessons to include individual and group lessons.
+ Works with members and guests; assists them with their golfing needs; handles their requests, complaints and inquires with composure and in a timely professional manner.
+ Develops programs to promote the interest in the sport of golf and the use of the course.
+ Prepares annual budget for golf programming and strives to achieve sales targets.
+ Maintains accurate records of green fees and cart rentals.
+ Completes high quality custom fitting and club repairs to customer satisfaction.
+ Gathers, processes, and submits payroll information for the golf department timely and accurately; maintains employee files and records.
+ Devotes a reasonable amount of time to play golf with members of all skill levels.
+ Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround time, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
+ Maintains the confidentiality of company, employee, and member/guest information.
+ Attends and actively participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to the work and success of the club and the Company by being service- and solution-oriented, having positive interactions with all club staff and members/guests, and meeting established quality, service, and safety expectations.
+ Performs additional assignments per the direction of club or Company managers.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Has knowledge of the organization and management of a program team.
+ Understands the rules of golf, the equipment used and golf tournament organization.
+ Has knowledge of practice facility operation and management.
+ Effective communication skills orally and in writing.
+ Able to provide a high level of customer service with attention to detail.
+ Proficient with common MS Office computer programs and experience with POS systems.
Education and Experience
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ A member of the PGA or LPGA
+ 3 years experience as a Golf Professional
Benefits
+ Reduced Meals
+ Complimentary Golf
+ Salary- $15-$20 DOE
Work hours may include early mornings and evenings on weekdays, weekends and holidays. Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. FT- Seasonal (March 1, 2023)
Landscapes Golf Management is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/E-Verify employer. All employment decisions at Landscapes Unlimited are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other class or status protected by federal, state or local law.
Since 1972 Pinecrest Golf Club has become a fantastic 18 hole course with some of the best greens in the state. We are searching for a Golf Professional who will be responsible for the monitoring and oversight of the golf programming at the club. The Pinecrest associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. Join the team today!
Essential Job Functions
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
+ Hire, train, schedule and supervise instruction. Directs the daily operations of the programming team ensuring accurate records.
+ Gives quality golf lessons to include individual and group lessons.
+ Works with members and guests; assists them with their golfing needs; handles their requests, complaints and inquires with composure and in a timely professional manner.
+ Develops programs to promote the interest in the sport of golf and the use of the course.
+ Prepares annual budget for golf programming and strives to achieve sales targets.
+ Maintains accurate records of green fees and cart rentals.
+ Completes high quality custom fitting and club repairs to customer satisfaction.
+ Gathers, processes, and submits payroll information for the golf department timely and accurately; maintains employee files and records.
+ Devotes a reasonable amount of time to play golf with members of all skill levels.
+ Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround time, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
+ Maintains the confidentiality of company, employee, and member/guest information.
+ Attends and actively participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to the work and success of the club and the Company by being service- and solution-oriented, having positive interactions with all club staff and members/guests, and meeting established quality, service, and safety expectations.
+ Performs additional assignments per the direction of club or Company managers.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Has knowledge of the organization and management of a program team.
+ Understands the rules of golf, the equipment used and golf tournament organization.
+ Has knowledge of practice facility operation and management.
+ Effective communication skills orally and in writing.
+ Able to provide a high level of customer service with attention to detail.
+ Proficient with common MS Office computer programs and experience with POS systems.
Education and Experience
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ A member of the PGA or LPGA
+ 3 years experience as a Golf Professional
Benefits
+ Reduced Meals
+ Complimentary Golf
+ Salary- $15-$20 DOE
Work hours may include early mornings and evenings on weekdays, weekends and holidays. Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. FT- Seasonal (March 1, 2023)
Landscapes Golf Management is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/E-Verify employer. All employment decisions at Landscapes Unlimited are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other class or status protected by federal, state or local law.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024