Assistant Golf Professional - Stillwater Golf & Co

Stillwater Golf & Country Club is excited to announce an exceptional career opportunity of Assistant Golf Professional.

Laurel Oak Country Club features two championship golf courses, state of the art tennis, swim center with Olympic size pool along with year-round casual and formal dining, offering our Members and guests a truly memorable culinary and dining experience.

Pay: $17 - $20 an hour plus lesson commission dependent upon experience and PGA Level

Full health care benefits package, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, and paid time off.

Our Culture and Values provides Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.

Job purpose

Under supervision from the Head Golf Professional, develop and lead instructional programs and provide individual instruction for our members and guests. Assist in the daily golf operations and tournaments and Events. Position will include supervision of all team members assisting with instructional programs and will also assist in the promotion of all golf activities with the membership.

Duties and responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador of hospitality and goodwill to all members, guests, and fellow team members.
• Greet and welcome members and guests throughout the club and Pro Shop; anticipate and assist with their daily needs to ensure an exceptional experience.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the entire golf operation, including all Stillwater Golf Club rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in onboarding and training of all golf staff members to ensure consistency and excellence in service.
• Support all operational areas of the golf department as needed.
• Assist the Head Golf Professional with special orders for clubs and equipment.
• Maintain familiarity with all merchandise and products in the Golf Shop to support sales and member service.
• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and presentable at all times.
• Reconcile daily transactions in the Jonas system with corresponding tee sheet activity.
• Assist with basic club repair services as needed.
• Walk the range daily to engage with and assist members, providing a welcoming and helpful presence.
• Provide private and group golf instructions to members and guests.
• Lead the planning, programming, and execution of all instructional programs.
• Oversee the programming and delivery of Toptracer and all Practice Facility programs and initiatives.

Qualifications

Qualifications include:

• Graduation from High School or equivalent plus one (1) year experience working in a golf shop under a class "A" professional. College/University course work in Recreation, Physical Education, Business Management, Finance, or Accounting may be substituted for up to six (6) months experience working in a golf shop.

Working conditions

Work is primarily indoors. 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. and 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 his assessment of the situation, he will determine if he 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 prohibited from using scaffolding.

Use the following safety precautions when using an 8ft. ladder:

• Correct placement of the ladder. The safest angle for a straight ladder is to ensure it is placed on-fourth the distance from the base to the point of support. “A” frame ladders naturally comply.
• Ensure the ladder is placed on a firm level surface, and do not place the ladder near a doorway.
• Ensure there are non-skid shoes on the ladder.
• If using a medal ladder, be sure that it is not near electrical wires.
• One person on a ladder at one time, and ensure another staff member is holding the ladder in position.
• Never overreach.
• Ability to consistently lift, carry and load adaptive and other sports equipment that may weigh 50 or more pounds, and sustain aerobic activity for 20 consecutive minutes

Direct reports

Golf shop attendants, Cart attendants

Salary : $17 - $20