What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Professional position at Troon?
Morris County Golf Courses- Flanders Valley is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Golf Professional. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service.
The Golf Professional will teach on a commission base at all four Morris County Golf Course. Total Compensation = hourly wage subtracted from 90% of the lesson fee. The golf pro will be responsible for Summer Camps, Demo Days and Private & Group lessons. Course will reimburse for annual professional organization dues (PGA Membership Fees).
Key Responsibilities for the Golf Professional:
- Teaches the fundamentals of the golf swing as established by the Director of Instruction.
- Leverages technology in all its forms to supplement player development curriculum including but not limited to Trackman Golf, U Schedule and Coach Now.
- Designs and implements marketing ideas to promote golf instruction and bring in additional revenues to the club.
- Oversees range set-up and equipment. Helps to maintain general upkeep of the driving range, lesson tee and storage shed.
- Promotes all club golf activities including junior golf clinics.
- Instructs and assists in the development of qualified and certified assistants. Educates teaching staff throughout the golf season with monthly clinics and/or roundtable sessions.
- Coordinates and teaches clinics on weekly basis.
- Act as a liaison between Troon and the Club regarding golf school schedules, needs, and equipment.
- Maintains an up-to-date inventory of all teaching aids on property including video equipment.
- Assists Director of Instruction with activating all Bay Club Academy curriculum and programming.
- Assists in the creation of lesson plans.
- Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Assistant and Associate Golf Professionals and Guest Services Attendants.
- Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
- Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.
- Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
Minimum Qualifications of the Golf Professional:
- Bachelor’s degree (BA) from four-year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Multi-course facilities may require more experience).
- Class A member of PGA/LPGA
- Certification in NG360, TPI or AMPD
Other Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with computerized POS and tee time system.
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