Description

Overview

Facility Overview:

The Essex Country Club is a community-focused club located just twenty minutes from

Burlington, VT. The Essex Country Club lays claim to some of the most picturesque

acreage in the area. The 18-hole golf course features tree-lined fairways with lush

greens. The course offers a variety of short to long holes, some hazards, and elevations

to add to the variety. The greens are in spectacular condition, and the course had

15,000 plus rounds in 2024.

The facilities include a Driving Range adjacent to the clubhouse with grass tees and

practice area.

Position Overview:

The Head Golf Professional will report to the General Manager and manage golf shop

operations and all related activities and services. This position will be instrumental in

reinforcing the club's positive culture while proactively generating new business

opportunities through instruction/player development programs, tournaments, golfing experiences, and community outreach and involvement

Experience Required

Candidates must be PGA Class A Member in good standing:

• Minimum of two (2) years of golf operations management experience as Assistant Golf Professional.
• Proficient in use of computers, golf-related software and social media
• Demonstrated success in marketing golf events.
• Passion to achieve positive club culture.
• Persuasive communicator capable of interacting positively in any situation.
• Skilled- problem solver and team player.
• Well organized and able to work under pressure.
• Sense of humor is a must.
• College degree preferred

Essential Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assisting the General Manager with managing and overseeing all elements of the Club's golf-related activities, ensuring an exceptional overall golf experience for members and guests.
• Developing and coordinating a strong junior golf program.
• Providing golf lessons and clinics.
• Soliciting, organizing, and conducting tournaments and group outings.
• Managing and monitoring golf operations' budgets.
• Assisting in the creation and publishing of promotional literature, including golf packages.
• Organizing, monitoring, and maintaining adequate Golf Shop inventories, including arranging merchandise displays.
• Operating within and applying the policies and standards of the Club.
• Participate in interviewing, training, supervising, and scheduling staff members.
• Hands-on and willing to take on other tasks as required.