Assistant Golf Professional

Overview

Just steps from the PGA of America headquarters, Omni PGA Frisco Resort is at the heart of modern golf culture where players of all ages and skill levels can enjoy the game. Featuring our two 18-hole championship golf courses, Fields Ranch East – designed by Gil Hanse – and Fields Ranch West – designed by Beau Welling; The Swing, our lighted 10-hole, par-3 short course; and The Dance Floor, our 2-acre putting course and entertainment area – Omni PGA Frisco Resort and Monument PGA District are home to ample play options, unique simulations, coaching experiences and more.

Job Description

Omni PGA Frisco Resort is seeking an Assistant Golf Professional in Golf Operations to join the team at our luxury resort and golf club. Opened in May 2023, the Omni Frisco PGA Resort provides North Texas with 127,000 square feet of event space, 13 food and beverage outlets, an extravagant spa and a full entertainment district. Featuring two championship 18-hole golf courses along with a third short course, we provide incredible options for our guests and the local community for dining, events, and entertainment.

Awards & Recognitions:

• GOLF’s 2025 “Top 100 U.S. Courses You Can Play”
• Golf Inc.’s “Development of the Year”
  • 2: Omni PGA Frisco Resort
• Golfweek’s “Best 200 Modern Courses” (public and private from 1960)
• Golfweek’s “Top 100 You Can Play in the U.S.” (public)
• Golfweek’s “Best You Can Play in Texas”
  • 2: Fields Ranch East
  • 3: Fields Ranch West
• Dallas Morning News "Best Public Courses in Texas"
  • 3 Fields Ranch East 
  • 4 Fields Ranch West 
• Dallas Morning News "Best 100 Courses in Texas" (public and private)

Within the first two years of opening, Fields Ranch at PGA Frisco has hosted the 2023 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, PGA Junior League Championship in 2023 and 2024, and the PGA Professional Championship in 2024. 

In the next 10 years, Fields Ranch will host 5 major Championships, including the PGA Championship (2027, 2034), KPMG Women's PGA Championship (2025, 2031), and Senior PGA Championship (2029); As well as 15 Championships including PGA Junior League through 2034, the Boys & Girls Junior PGA Championship, PGA Cup, and National Car Rental Assistant PGA Professional Championship. 

This is an advanced-level position with management skills required, responsible for assisting the Head Golf Professional in the daily functions of golf operations.

The Golf Operations team at Fields Ranch offers a unique model for our Assistant Professional Staff. Each Assistant directly oversees an area of the operation for one year, with the roles rotating at the conclusion of the year. This structure is designed to give the Assistant Professional direct management experience and provide them the opportunity to “own” an area of the operation. These roles are carefully selected for our Assistant Professionals to provide them with the experience they need to prepare them as they seek leadership roles within the Golf industry.

The following roles have been identified within the Golf Operations department:

Tournament Manager – Directly leads the tournament and golf group play for both courses. This Professional will work closely with the Omni Resort Sales Team and clients to execute golf events of the highest caliber.

Player Services Professional – Directly manages and oversees the Player Services Team (Outside Services). This team can grow to as many as 70 individuals while in season. This Professional works closely with the Associate Services Team to ensure proper onboarding, training, and management of this large team, while delivering excellent service to our guests. Also oversees proper cart fleet management and maintenance.

On-Course Assistant – Manages the on-course experience for our guests, which includes the direct oversight of our on-course player assistants, pace of play management, and positive guest engagement.

Golf Shop – Oversees the Golf Shop Staff, ensuring proper billing & organization for guest check in, as well as consistent and proper communication to all guests in advance of their tee times. Plays a large role in the Golf Shop inventory and retail management.

The District – Directly oversees and manages the Swing, our 10-hole lighted short course, as well as the group events and tournaments on both the Swing and Dance Floor, our two acre putting green. This Professional works closely with the Omni Resorts Sales and Resort Events team to provide unique programming and events for our guests utilizing the District spaces.

Driving Range – The Driving Range at PGA Frisco is complex, with 5 different tees servicing our Club 1916 Members, Omni Resort guests, PGA Teaching & Coaching Center, Frisco ISD high school golf teams, Northern Texas PGA coaching & programming, and PGA of America Headquarters instructional center. This Professional is heavily involved in the coordination with all of these groups for scheduling and usage, and works closely with the Golf Course Maintenance team to ensure proper agronomics and maintenance of the space. While each Professional has a specific role to oversee, they support and assist with all areas of the operation as needed.

Our Team:

Our Golf Professional Staff consists of Director of Golf Paul Earnest, PGA, Head Golf Professionals Trish Holt, PGA & Glen Griffith, PGA, and six (6) Assistant Golf Professionals. This management team effectively oversees 90-130 associates to coordinate the needs of this large operation.

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Professionals and Director of Golf and Operations in the daily golf operation. 
• Initiate and promote golf activities for guests of the Resort and Club 1916 members.  
• Render professional advice, services, and assistance to guests. 
• Perform duties and meet requirements for sales, rentals, tournament, golf groups, and services. 
• Directly manage and oversee hourly teams in areas of Player Services, On-Course Player Assistants, and Golf Shop Associates.
• Generate ideas for improving overall standards for the operation.
• Participate in daily stand-up, monthly meetings, and communicate efficiently with various departments within the Omni Resort team.
• Ensure the “pace of play” standard is maintained daily.
• Oversee the Golf Shop Associate team and ensure accurate operation of the point of sale system. 
• Assist with physical retail inventory counts and reporting.
• Attend company required meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

• Must be registered in the PGA or LPGA or Professional Golf Management program and have completed PGA Level 2 or higher.  
• College degree preferred, but not required. 
• Has management experience and is competent in leading teams.  
• Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Must possess strong computer and organizational skills. 
• Proficient in operating golf-related systems such as tournament management software, Visage, EZ Locator, and competent in learning and operating new systems directly related to Omni Hotels & Resorts.  
• Experienced in tournament operations. 
• Experienced in golf shop merchandising. 
• Ability and willingness to operate in a high paced and busy environment with composure and competency.

Benefits

• We encourage and support 5-day work weeks with Omni Hotel and Resorts PTO benefits.
• Medical and health benefits, with 401k options available.
• Quarterly uniform allowance.
• Complimentary employee meals while on duty.
• Omni Hotel & Resort Associate benefits
• Hotel and Resort Associate Stay Rate
• Discounted retail and food & beverage services
• Additional revenue opportunities through teaching & coaching.

• Additional revenue opportunities through tournament management service gratuities. 
• Practice & playing privileges.
• PGA dues paid as well as PGA education reimbursement. 

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.