What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ranger Or Starter position at Hampton Golf Inc.?
The Plantation Golf & Country Club, a semi-private Golf Club located in Fort Myers, FL, is seeking a Ranger / Starter to join our team!
Part-time
Competitive hourly wage
Flexible work schedule and great work environment!
Our Culture and Values provides Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.
Job title
Ranger/ Starter
Reports to
Head Golf Pro
Classification
Hourly, Full Time, Part Time, Nonexempt
Working Hours
As required
Job purpose
Greets all players by name. Assures pace of play is maintained. Assured that help is provided as needed. Observes and enforces policies regarding pace of play and informs maintenance department when areas of concern are observed. Sees that the course remains free of litter. Enforces the Dress Code Policy.
Duties and responsibilities - Ranger
• Enforces all Club rules and regulations.
• Enforces the cart regulations and proper pace of play.
• Assists players when necessary.
• Patrols course in reverse order (18 to 1)
• Posts course condition signs as necessary.
• Keeps extra towels, pencils and scorecards on hand.
• Keeps extra sand on hand to fill divots as well as keeping a ball mark repair tool.
• Keeps copies of daily play sheets and makes sure all updates are on the sheets.
• Keeps starters posted as to problem groups or problem areas.
• Assists starters as necessary in starting groups.
• Visible to all players.
• Checks ice machines
• Keeps the course clean.
• Checks restrooms for cleanliness and supplies.
• Checks ball washers for water and towels.
• This position guide does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as required. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
Duties and responsibilities - Starter
• Enforces all Club rules and regulations.
• Greets players, ensures that each player has properly registered, and provides supplies needed such as scorecards. Also advises on course conditions, i.e. 90-degree carts, cart paths only and other pertinent data of the day, event and course.
• Advises members and guests about restrictions and answers all questions accurately and courteously.
• Pairs up singles and twosomes to make foursomes whenever possible. Maintains eight or nine-minute tee times without rushing or crowding players at first tee.
• Keeps track of actual variances in tee times due to early tee-offs, no shows or late tee-times.
• Recognizes players who are slow or fast and communicate with ranger about same in an effort to maintain smooth play, working to attain approximately four-hour rounds, course and pace of play.
• Using tee sheet times ensures that groups make turn so as to assist ranger to help flow and pace of play.
• Must know what's always going on regarding the course and keeps in touch with the ranger in the event of emergencies.
• In touch with the Golf Shop for added or cancelled tee times to better control tee and player flow.
• Keeps in touch with the Cart Barn to have them retrieve extra carts.
• Returns radio to the Cart Barn, turns it off and puts it on charge at the end of the day.
• Cleans cart and puts it on charge at the end of the day.
• This position guide does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as required. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of the game of golf
- Valid Driver’s License
- High School Diploma or GED
- Excellent memory to remember guests and member names
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with people
- Demonstrates integrity and professionalism at all times
Working conditions
Work is primarily outdoors. Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals and/or being exposed to flying golf balls.
This job description does not imply that the above are the only responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any on the job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
Physical requirements
Good organizational and verbal skills. Ability to use logical and rational thinking to resolve issues. Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, monitors and develops subordinates, visually monitor the operation areas, write and read member communication.
Must have the ability to perform moderate physical work and may be required to lift up to 50 lbs., up to 30 lbs. frequently. Perform activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting, and grasping for up to 5 hours without sitting.
Please be advised that all work that requires the use of a ladder more than 8 ft. long must be reviewed by Hampton Golf’s Club Maintenance person. Following an assessment of the situation, a determination will be made as to whether a maintenance team member or subcontractors will perform the necessary maintenance task. No other staff member is authorized to climb to heights exceeding 8 ft. and/or perform such maintenance. In addition, personnel are prohibited from entering facility attics, walking on the roof of buildings and/or from using scaffolding.
Direct reports
None.
