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Head Golf Professional

Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 2/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2025

Head Golf Professional

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Department : Portage Lake Golf Course

Work Type : Staff - Full Time

Location : Portage Lake Golf Course (Houghton, MI)

Full Time / Part Time : Full Time

Categories : Athletics / Recreation

Department : Portage Lake Golf Course

Summary

The Head Golf Professional is a highly collaborative and innovative Auxiliary Services leader responsible for providing operational leadership and directing all aspects of the programming and operations at Portage Lake Golf Course. The Head Golf Professional performs all duties with a commitment to the highest level of customer service and total satisfaction of all customers, including transforming the golf experience for Michigan Tech students, members of PLGC, and daily patrons.

Responsibilities

Ensures the highest standards for golf services and programs, golf course and practice areas, and other course services.

Monitors the performance of all daily operations, functions and services; assures high standards and total customer satisfaction

Assists Director of Auxiliary Business Services with :

a. The development of long-range, annual business, and capital plans.

b. Management of departmental finances to maintain a self-supporting and sustainable operation. Create strategies to develop reserves.

c. The development and preparation of budgets, including forecasting and reviewing all facility revenues and expenses on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis

d. Analysis and monitoring of financial statements, reviews income and expenses relative to plans. Implements corrective measures as needed, and reports status on a monthly basis

e. Care and maintenance of all physical assets and facilities

Manages and oversees all accounting, inventories, banking, audit procedures, cash flow, and establishes controls to safeguard funds and assets.

Develops and implements general policies. Approves specific operational policies, programs, and procedures.

Establishes personnel policies; ensures proper hiring, training, supervising, personal development, payroll and corrective action in accordance with University guidance, best practices and safety.

Prepares and implements an annual marketing and advertising. Directs the publication of newsletters, direct marketing, and promotional materials

Develops and maintains all customer safety and emergency policies and procedures

Develop, maintain, update, and utilize customer database to promote sales and satisfaction

Oversee and maintain a profitable retail merchandise operation that presents a diverse and desirable array of golf equipment, apparel, and accessories

Develop and oversee player development programs utilizing PGA of America Playbooks; “Player Development”, “Know Your Customer”, and “Connect With Her”

Responsible for the oversight of daily golf operations, working a variable schedule including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends as needed.

Play golf with a variety of customers in competitive and non-competitive situations as time permits.

Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives.

Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

  • Associates Degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Member of the Professional Golfers Association or registered in the program.

Required Experience

  • 3 years experience working in the golf industry
  • Experience teaching golf
  • Experience directing golf tournament operations
  • Desirable Education and / or Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Golf Management, or related field
  • PGA Class A Professional
  • Experience with Fore Up Golf, Jonas, Clubcaddie or similar POS Software
  • Experience using lean practices and continuous improvement tools
  • Certified Coach in the U.S. Kids curriculum
  • Required Knowledge, Skills, and / or Abilities

  • Maintain a credible golf game and remain current on teaching innovations.
  • Experienced computer user including Microsoft Office Suite and Google applications.

    Established history of providing excellent customer service.

  • Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and written / oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to all applicable OSHA standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to : work independently. work with accuracy and attention to detail. professionally handle high stress situations. work independently and take initiative to solve problems. use judgment when dealing with confidential information. work effectively with frequent interruptions. teach and train others. work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and / or Abilities

  • Experience using Lean practices and continuous improvement tools
  • Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
  • Language, Mathematics and / or Reasoning Skills

    Work Environment and / or Physical Demands

    Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

    Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.

    Required University Training :

    Employee Safety Overview

    Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training

    Annual Data Security Training

    Annual Title IX Training

    Required Departmental Training :

  • Lean White Belt Training
  • Background Check :

    Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

    Other Conditions of Employment :

    Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

    Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution / Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

    Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)

    FLSA Status

    Exempt

    Appointment Term

    Shift

    Pay Rate / Salary

    Negotiable, Based on Experience

    Title of Position Supervisor

    Executive DIrector of Auxiliary Business Services

    Posting Type

    Internal and External

    Dependent on Funding

    Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

    References should include the contact information for at least three (3) professional references.

    Additional Information

    Please upload copies of your professional golf certifications or endorsements from the Professional Golfing Association, U.S. Kids, or other sanctioning bodies.

    Michigan Tech is an internationally renowned doctoral research university located in Houghton, MI in Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula, on the south shore of Lake Superior. The area provides a unique setting where natural beauty, culture, education, and a diversity of residents from around the world come together to share a superb living and learning experience.

    Michigan Technological University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer / educational institution. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed 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.

    Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution / Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

    If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech’s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu.

    Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

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