Blue Hills Country Club
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
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ABOUT THE CLUB
ABOUT THE CLUB
KANSAS CITY, MO | Since its founding in 1912, Kansas City’s Blue Hills Country Club has seen many changes. Most significant is the club’s location. Originally at 61st and Paseo, Blue Hills Country Club moved to its current address, 777 West Burning Tree Drive, in 1963.
The similarities of the club yesterday and the club of today are much more remarkable than the differences. Blue Hills has always been recognized as one of the finest clubs in Kansas City. For a century, the grounds have been impeccable and the staff highly trained. Friends have laughed and families have gathered to celebrate the most important moments of their lives. The golf course at both locations has presented challenges for players of all levels. World-class golfers speak fondly of their experiences at Blue Hills and jump at the chance to return.
Blue Hills Country Club members have always been a charitable group. They consistently have focused not
only on enjoyment of the club but also on using their platform for society’s greater good. Members exhibited extraordinary generosity and commitment to charity by facilitating the Children’s Mercy Hospital Golf Classic for twenty-five years, beginning in 1980. Joining with hometown links legend Tom Watson, the membership of Blue Hills positively impacted the lives of thousands of Kansas City’s sickest children. It is the legacy of quality and foundation of family that will successfully carry Blue Hills into its second century.
While its members look back with pride, they look forward with excitement and anticipation. As members have been saying confidently since 1912, “It’s going to be a great year at Blue Hills Country Club.”
The challenging golf course layout makes Blue Hills Country Club attractive to many different elite competitions. Blue Hills Country Club has hosted the Korn Ferry Tour AdventHealth Championship since 2019. Notable AdventHealth Champions include Martin Piller, Wesley Bryan, Sepp Straka, and Cameron Young. In addition to hosting some of golf’s best up-and-coming talent on the Korn Ferry Tour, Blue Hills Country Club has hosted the Missouri Amateur Championship more than any other facility in Missouri, most recently in 2013. Blue Hills Country Club annually hosts Central Links Golf/USGA Amateur Championships and Qualifiers and has been on the rotation of courses to host The Watson Challenge, an annual event hosted by Tom Watson to identify the best golfer in Kansas City. Blue Hills Country Club held the AJGA Lockton Kansas City Junior Championship in 2017.
Blue Hills Country Club has enjoyed continuous improvement in recent years. In the Spring of 2022, a state-of-the-art indoor/outdoor teaching and learning center was opened and will bring the opportunity for year-round practice and programming to the Club. A renovation of the Golf Shop is planned in the immediate future, and the next
Head Golf Professional will have significant input on the layout and organization of the new and improved Golf Shop area.
Blue Hills Country Club has had only five Golf Professionals in its 100+ year history. The Club has a reputation for advancing golf professionals to higher level roles with three recent staff assistants serving as either Head Golf Professional, Director of Golf, or Director of Instruction at highly regarded private clubs. The culture at Blue Hills Country Club is one of the hallmarks of the facility. Members say they join the Club for the Championship golf course, welcoming membership, and relaxed culture of interaction with staff and members. Members say they stay at the club long-term because of the relationships they build there.
BY THE NUMBERS
BY THE NUMBERS
660+ Members with 430+ Golf Memberships
18-Hole Championship Golf Course designed by Robert Dunning on 164 acres
7,347 Yards with 11 Teeing Options
Bent Grass Greens, Zoysia Fairways, and Fescue Roughs
Indoor/Outdoor Teaching & Learning Center, Large Range with Two Teeing Areas, Practice Green, Short Game Practice Area, Underground Cart Storage
28,000 Rounds Annually
Initiation Fee: $25,000
Member Monthly Dues: $971 ($11,650 Annually)
Total Annual Revenue: $8M
Merchandise Sales: $325,000
Total Golf Revenue: $500,000
Approximately 30 Member Tournaments and 7 outside events including the AdventHealth Championship
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
Job Structure
Job Structure
Title: PGA Head Golf Professional
Reports To: General Manager
Supervises: Assistant Golf Professionals, Teaching Professionals, Golf Operations Staff
Collaborates With: Golf Course Superintendent, Food & Beverage Director, AdventHealth Championship Director
Participates With: Golf Committee, Greens Committee, Men’s and Women’s Golf Leagues, any other committees as assigned by the Board of Directors
The Head Golf Professional will lead the Golf Operation at Blue Hills Country Club and administer a program which provides an exceptional level of service to the membership, their guests, and prospective members while ensuring the policies and best interests of the Club are met and protected. The Head Golf Professional will cultivate, train, and mentor a staff which can include a First Assistant Professional, 4-5 Assistant Professionals, Director of Player Development, Teaching Professionals, an Outside Services Manager, and Inside/Outside Operations staff.
The Golf Shop merchandise concession is negotiable with the successful candidate. A clean, organized, and well-appointed Golf Shop will fall under the purview of the Head Golf Professional and will be an important part of the golf operations.
Keys To Success
The Head Golf Professional will possess exceptional communication skills both internally with staff and externally with members and other key partners.
The Head Golf Professional will cultivate, train, develop, and mentor a high-functioning staff to provide a warm and welcoming experience for members and guests the moment they are on the property.
The Head Golf Professional will have a high level of organization and attention to detail.
The Head Golf Professional will implement Service Standards which lead to a level of anticipatory service that Blue Hills Country Club members and guests expect.
The Head Golf Professional will possess business and financial acumen and lead the department to meet the financial goals established by the Club’s leadership.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
GOLF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT:
Maintain an attractive and orderly appearance in and around the golf shop.
Develop and manage innovative tournament programs, group outings, and leagues while enhancing long standing successful member events.
Play golf with a variety of members and guests when time permits.
Administer the Rules of Golf and educate staff and Handicap Committee.
Maintain and update golf specific communication resources to include club mobile app, email, and website.
Develop and oversee retail merchandise and equipment retail for member and guests purchases.
Maintain a successful golf merchandise and equipment operation to include reporting of the inventory and retail sales.
Establish accurate recordkeeping policies and procedures related to all golf operations.
Oversee the tee time systems, starting, monitoring, and pace of play.
Track and verify all players and guests, green fees, golf carts, push / pull cart fees, club repair, handicap fees, and all other applicable annual and daily charges for the golf operations.
Oversee golf cart fleet while ensuring proper maintenance and recordkeeping.
Oversee the operations of the practice facility.
Ensure proper storage, safety, and cleaning of golf equipment.
Assist in the development of necessary systems involving the POS systems for accurate club reporting.
Conduct accurate and timely inventory counts.
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
Develop, provide, and oversee an enhanced golf instruction program offering individual and group clinics for all levels.
Develop and oversee player development programs.
Focus on programs for juniors, women, couples, and families.
Assist with the training of the professional golf staff in regard to player development and encourage their participation in programs.
Promote the player development programs.
Ensure that the services of a well-trained staff of professional instructors are available as required.
Utilize PGA of America player development tools, resources, and materials.
GOLF ADMINISTRATION
Evaluate, recruit, hire, train, motivate, coach, and supervise all golf department staff.
Review, update and maintain golf shop policies and procedures and job descriptions and ensure they are adhered to and posted in the proper areas.
Assist in the publication of newsletters, informational, and promotional materials.
Adhere to, enforce and implement policies, rules and procedures of the club.
Maintain accurate payroll records.
Ensure evaluations and annual reviews are completed and recorded for all applicable staff.
Attend staff meetings as scheduled by management, and schedule staff meetings with golf operations personnel.
Maintain safety standards and safety equipment with OSHA requirements.
Participate in and complete comparison information using PGA Operations Benchmarking to properly position the club in the marketplace.
Oversee the administration of the golf handicap program.
Work closely with and provide guidance and consultation with all golf committees.
Attend applicable committee meetings and board, management, and staff meetings when requested.
Provide monthly written reports of the golf operations.
BUSINESS & FINANCIAL
Responsible for the financial and operational performance of the golf shop operations and golf services.
Ensure all financial goals and objectives are being achieved and communicate issues to the general manager.
Assist in the development and preparation of budgets, including forecasting and review of all golf operations, revenues, and expenses on a monthly and annual basis.
Ensure systems controls are in place to safeguard assets, revenues, and resources.
In keeping with club goals, utilize management techniques to maximize course usage.
OTHER FACILITY / DEPARTMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Work closely with all department heads to achieve the goals and objectives of the club.
Maintain a close working relationship with the Golf Course Superintendent and provide advice on course playability and tournament set up.
Assist with club management in the retention of current members, and promotion of new member leads. Provide a supporting role in assisting with prospective members and new member orientation.
Coordinate plans with the food and beverage management team for food and beverage needs for all golf related events.
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES & QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES & QUALIFICATIONS
Class A Member of the PGA of America or LPGA preferred.
Specialized or Certified in Golf Operations or Teaching & Coaching a plus.
Previous Head Professional or Director of Golf experience preferred but will consider well-qualified Assistant Professionals
Strong communication, organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
Strong teaching, coaching, and mentoring skills for both staff and students.
Ability to deliver an attractive and profitable golf shop.
Maintain a credible golf game and remain current on teaching innovations.
Fundamental supervisory practices and principles.
Act as a role model for all employees by demonstrating the behavior and work ethic expected of all employees.
Self-motivated with a desire to communicate, promote, and succeed.
Service and member / guest focused attitude.
Comfortable with all current technology for golf operations, tournament management, and golf instruction.
A professional and positive ambassador for Blue Hills Country Club in the community.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary will be competitive for the market and commensurate with experience.
Golf shop ownership is negotiable with the successful candidate.
Personal Lesson Income
Performance bonus based upon mutually predetermined goals and objectives
Professional development allowance
PGA Merchandise Show allowance
Tournament allowance
Staff meals while on duty
Paid Vacation
Health/Dental insurance plan with generous club participation
Retirement program with 3% 401k match
PGA dues paid
Use of facility for self and family
Clothing allowance negotiable depending on golf shop ownership terms
Cell phone allowance and relocation negotiable
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
- Resume deadline is November 27, 2022 at 11:00pm Eastern Time
- Combine your cover letter, resume, references, and any supporting documents into one (1) PDF document with the following file naming convention: Last Name, First Name, Blue Hills Country Club Head Professional
- Please address all correspondence to - Dr. Trip Zorn, Search Committee Chair
PGA Career Consultants Jacque Madison, PGA and Doug Turner, PGA are the lead consultants on this search. All inquiries should be directed to their attention via email.
jmadison@pgahq.com
dturner@pgahq.com
The employer does not wish to be contacted at this time.
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