Description

Overview

Lakewood Country Club is seeking an experienced Assistant Golf Professional to join our team. The
ideal candidate would have a passion for the golf business, a love for the game, and a desire to help
others enjoy the game. Additionally, we are looking for someone with extensive tournament operation
experience and excellent communication and organizational skills. Our Mission "is to exceed member
and guest expectations by providing exceptional social and recreational experiences through the
finest staff, services, amenities, facilities and activities." We are looking for an individual that shares
our passion for an exceptional experience and can help us improve and grow our entire golf operation.

Full Job Posting

Experience Required

• Must be a PGA Member or Level 3 Associate (in good standing).
• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Assistant Golf Professional.
• Must have at least a bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience managing and motivating staff.
• Have the ability to work flexible hours, including
  weekends and holidays, to meet the club's and
  its members' needs.

Essential Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Have an end goal of becoming a Head Golf Professional.
• Process and have a thorough understanding of the golf business.
• Assist the head professional in staff meetings.Execute tournaments and manage tournament budgets when assigned.
• Manage tournament operations and weekly events including planning, pre-tournament checklists, post-tournament billing, promotion, course set-up, preparation, scoring, prize distribution, and follow-up.
• Work closely with other staff members to manage and assign tasks related to tournament operations.
• Help manage the tee sheet using ForeTees reservations system to ensure accurate billing.
• Provide golf instruction and club fittings.
• Assist and engage in the development of the Junior Golf Program.
• Manage and maintain the demo inventory.
• Perform open and close shifts in the Golf Shop.
• Play golf with members on a weekly basis.

Skill & Desired Traits

• Experience working as part of a Team and is
  someone who puts their Team first.
• A service and member-focused attitude.
• Self-motivation.
• A fundamental knowledge of the game of golf,
  rules of golf, golf facility operations, and
  tournament operations.
• A display for the love of the game; a love to play;
  a love to help others with their game.
• Computer experience including the use of
  Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher.
• Proficiency in other applications such as Jonas
• POS and Golf Genius Tournament software.
• Organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.

Benefits

• Clothing and staff uniforms
• Paid PGA and GBN dues
• Titleist staff contract
• Education allowance
• Full-time employee benefits
• Complimentary meal while on duty
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Ohio