Description

Overview

Valencia Country Club is seeking a dynamic, service-driven Assistant Golf Professional who is passionate about the game of golf and committed to our mission to be a successful business that provides excellence in all aspects of the golfing experience. Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We are an inclusive team of unique individuals who show up each day with a grateful spirit, humble heart, and a genuine respect for one another.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated to fulfill their responsibilities while demonstrating professional skills in growing the game of golf, delivering personalized member service, fostering a team-first culture, and driving operational efficiency. The right person is expected to have a strong desire to learn and grow in knowledge and skill set within the golf industry.

This role is designed for an assistant seeking to advance their career, offering the opportunity to rotate through various responsibilities and gain experience across different aspects of golf operations throughout their tenure at the Club. The new assistant will collaborate with fellow professionals to deliver exceptional member and guest experiences across a range of areas, including club tournaments, golf instruction, club fitting, retail management, supervising, playing golf with members, rules of golf, marketing, finance, staff management, sales, and communication.

Experience Required

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and sales skills
• Self-motivated with a desire to promote and market
• Ability to communicate effectively
• High aptitude for attention to detail
• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills
• Desire to grow and mature within the golf industry

Qualifications

• PGA Member/ Associate in good standing
• Preferred 2+ years of experience in the golf industry
• Maintain a credible golf game
• Experience with Golf Genius and POS Systems
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Essential Responsibilities

The Assistant Golf Professional at Valencia Country Club will play an integral role in daily golf operations, ensuring an elevated level of service and organization across all aspects of the club's golf program.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Taking initiative in all matters of improving members' experiences daily to meet members' and guests' expectations.
• Be actively present, greeting, and addressing members' needs at all service points, including golf shop, practice facilities, first tee, and golf course.
• Manage a daily play experience for golfers using Foretees.
• Directing or assisting with a full member tournament and event schedule for an active membership.
• Teaching members of all ages and abilities in both individual and group settings.
• Assist in receiving retail product, merchandising, inventory management & sales techniques for a golf shop.
• Provide well-written digital correspondence to support golf programs and services to attract greater membership participation.
• Officiate for the membership as Rules Official on behalf of the USGA Rules of Golf during regular play and scheduled tournaments.
• Play golf with members while maintaining competitive proficiency.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and professional golf operation space.
• Uphold and oversee the adherence to club policies, traditions, rules of golf, and the high service standards of the Club.

Benefits

Team Member Lifestyle Perks!

• Medical, mental health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Food & Beverage discounts throughout portfolio
• Golf benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Career Growth
• Flexible Schedules
• Development Opportunities