General Manager / Head Golf Professional

Property Description :

Originally opened in 1919 and designed by the renowned golf course architect Tom Bendelow and redesigned by Todd Quitno in 2024, The Evans Course at Canal Shores is a timeless gem that offers a one-of-a-kind golfing experience. Spanning 3,600 yards with a par-61 layout, the course blends undeniable charm with just enough challenge to captivate players of all skill levels. Known as "the gem in your backyard," the course weaves its way through urban and suburban neighborhoods along the North Shore branch of the Chicago River, offering a truly unique setting.

Golfers are treated to a distinctive journey that includes playing through a 100-year-old oak forest, crossing roads, and navigating alongside the iconic Chicago "L" and Metra train tracks. The breathtaking views of the Bah' House of Worship add a serene and memorable touch to the round.

For over a century, The Evans Course at Canal Shores has been a cherished part of the community, serving as a gathering place for golfers of all ages. In partnership with the Western Golf Association, The First Tee, The CDGA, Illinois PGA Foundation and others the course is poised to continue its legacy of making golf accessible and impactful for the local community. These partnerships aim to foster youth engagement, provide life skills through the game, and enhance the overall player experience.

Under the direction of the Evanston Wilmette Golf Course Association the course is undergoing an exciting renovation that will elevate every facet of the operation. The improvements focus on playability, sustainability, and creating dynamic opportunities for local youth to engage in the game of golf, ensuring The Evans Course remains a vibrant and vital part of the community for generations to come.

The full 19 holes will open for play in early 2025.

Position Summary :

Manages and directs the overall operational and fiscal performance of the facility in compliance and in accord with Company policies and procedures. Develops and implements fiscal, operational, and business development plans and strategies. Establishes and administers operational standards and quality performance guidelines for all system operating functions and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Direct, coordinate and monitor the development the facility's annual business plan and operating / capital budgets. Make necessary adjustments and approve the final version for submission to senior management.
• Monitor and evaluate financial performance relative to budget goals and objectives. Analyze budget variances, develop and implement action plans to achieve appropriate adjustments.
• Analyze and evaluate operations to determine productivity efficiencies vs. budgeted standards. Develop and initiate action plans to achieve appropriate adjustments.
• Review and approve financial expenditures and transactions relative to operations, services, and facilities / equipment within and according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Manage the proper communication of system activities to help ensure coordination of activities between departments. Communicate clearly, tactfully, and persuasively with employees and customers as applicable. Interface directly with department management when appropriate.
• Provide appropriate leadership in accord with Company culture and mission statement to promote positive employee morale and performance quality.
• Provide direction, supervision, and guidance to subordinate management staff to assist with their skill development and help ensure the successful development and implementation of appropriate departmental operating and safety plans, goals, and policies & procedures.
• Oversee and manage employment activities, including but not limited to, personnel recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, training, compensation, discipline and termination, etc. to ensure compliance with Company human resources policies and procedures.
• Assess the quality of customer service activities in all departments. Formulate general plans and oversee their implementation towards achieving increased customer service excellence.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, municipal officials, and community organizations.
• Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to golf industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations.
• Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required operational, financial, budgetary and related reports.
• Ad Hoc projects as necessary.

Qualifications :

Supervises :

Superintendent, golf shop & food & beverage employees

Classification :

Full-time, Non-Seasonal, Salaried, Exempt

KemperSports Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer