Manager of Golf

Salary : Depends on Qualifications

Location : Mesquite, TX

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2500095

Department : Parks and Recreation

Division : Golf Course

Opening Date : 01 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 14 / 2025 4 : 00 PM Central

GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary : Depending on qualifications

To manage, plan, and coordinate the activities and operations of the Golf Course Division within the Parks and Recreation Department; to coordinate assigned activities and services with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public.

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SUPERVISION

General supervision is provided by the Director of Parks and Recreation. Responsible for supervision of the Mesquite Golf Course staff including : Pro Shop Staff, Snack Bar Staff, Cart Attendants and Golf Course Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, programs, policies, procedures, and priorities for the Mesquite Golf Course.
• Manage the organization, staffing, and operational activities of the Mesquite Golf Course including analyzing, evaluating and responding to public needs.
• Understand the operational needs and requirements of food service including inventory control, TABC rules, purchasing regulations; manage pro shop inventory and purchases, pricing structures, product display and marketing.
• Manage the cash handling and daily deposit for all aspects of the Golf Course Division. Ensure cash handling practices meet finance department standards.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate golf course personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures; provide timely, accurate and thorough Performance Reviews for supervised employees.
• Direct, coordinate, and review a work plan for the Mesquite Golf Course; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.
• Participate in the development and administration of the Golf Course Division annual budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
• Coordinate with other divisions, outside agencies and organizations to meet requested needs; prepare necessary correspondence and course operations data.
• Develop staff reports related to golf course operations and present to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board at monthly meetings.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED equivalent and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in managing a golf course or golf related facilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid driver's license.

WORK SCHEDULE

Minimum 40 hrs. a week, schedule varies to mimic Golf Course operation days. Sunday-Saturday.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees :

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans : High Deductible Medical Plan, HMO Dental Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.

The City is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans : HSA, High Deductible, HMO, PPO, and EPO Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City's self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options : a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees : Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) : All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.

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