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Fort Worth, TX
Director of Instruction
ABOUT BLUEJACK RANCH
ABOUT BLUEJACK RANCH
FORT WORTH, TX | Spanning 914 rolling acres in Aledo, Texas—just outside Fort Worth—Bluejack Ranch is a multi-phase luxury master-planned residential development and private club. Designed as a generational retreat, the community encompasses 550 custom estate homes set within a serene, Hill Country-inspired landscape. Building directly on the national acclaim of Bluejack National in Houston, the Ranch balances a family-first culture with an impressive operational scale, offering Golf and Social memberships under a unified, dual-destination model.
The Golf Experience & Operations
Golf stands at the absolute core of the Bluejack Ranch identity. Designed in direct partnership with Tiger Woods' TGR Design alongside land planner Beau Welling, the golf program is built around an expansive, championship-caliber 18-hole routing that seamlessly incorporates the property's natural contours, mature oaks, and wide-open vistas. The layout delivers a strategic yet playable experience for golfers of all skill levels, anchored by wide playing corridors, fast surface conditions, and high-touch hospitality at every turn.
The overall footprint expands into a dynamic, multi-dimensional golf operation built for enhanced engagement:
The 10-Hole Short Course: A signature Tiger Woods design featuring full stadium-quality lighting for evening play, offering a relaxed environment for casual family rounds, short-game practice, and continuous food-and-beverage service.
Golf Performance Center: A state-of-the-art practice facility equipped with indoor/outdoor hitting bays, precision swing-tracking technology, data-driven club fitting, and expansive short-game areas.
Signature Hospitality & Services: Thoughtfully situated comfort stations providing elevated food and beverage offerings throughout the round.
Comprehensive Lifestyle Amenities
While golf drives the sporting environment, Bluejack Ranch offers a complete luxury resort framework designed for every generation:
The Fort: Serves as the central hub for family recreation with resort pools, bowling, media spaces, and active games.
Equestrian Center & Working Ranch: Modern indoor and outdoor arenas, fully equipped stables, trail rides, rodeos, and riding lessons celebrating authentic Texas ranch heritage.
Racquet, Lakes & Recreation: A dedicated Racquet Club featuring tennis and pickleball courts, private lakes stocked with Florida largemouth bass, and miles of walking and cycling trails.
Wellness & Culinary: A luxury spa and fitness sanctuary, elevated dining venues across the property, and the central Lodge and Clubhouse for member gatherings.
Mission Statement
To create exceptional lifestyle experiences one family, one member, one guest, and one employee at a time.
Cultural Belief Statements
Be Dependable: I am loyal to the team and committed to the Bluejack mission and experience.
Integrity First: I am accountable to be honest and always do the right thing.
Value People: I empathize and respect others.
Speak-Up: I seek, listen, and provide candid feedback to improve performance.
Empowerment: I have the skills, resources, and authority to create memorable experiences.
Be Remarkable: I seek ways to be extraordinary and deliver a positive impact every day.
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
Title: Director of Instruction
Reports to: Director of Golf
Position Description: While reporting directly to the Bluejack Ranch Director of Golf, this position receives strategic guidance from Rich Barcelo, PGA, who leads instruction across both Bluejack National and Bluejack Ranch. The Director of Instruction will manage the teaching and player development programs at Bluejack Ranch. The Priorities for this new hire include implementing creative new programs for golfers of all levels, providing elite personal instruction, and mentoring other teammates in coaching, along with building strong, lasting relationships with the membership. The Director of Instruction will serve as an adaptable, cooperative team player who actively assists the golf operations staff during major club tournaments, peak member events, or as needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Oversight of all Bluejack Ranch instruction and program offerings.
Implement creative new program offerings for members of all skill levels, including year-round activities utilizing the facility’s practice and performance areas.
Maintain and supervise the learning and practice facilities to ensure that safe, clean, organized, and professional conditions exist throughout the day.
Mentoring teammates in modern coaching best practices, including training staff on instruction and management of clinics, group training, and group programs to enhance teaching depth.
Set a professional tone by which all staff engage and interact with members and guests.
Maintain a high level of visibility with members and guests across the practice facilities and clubhouse.
Provide elite-level personal instruction and club fitting.
Build strong relationships with the Bluejack Ranch membership and attend special club events in a non-teaching capacity.
Be an outstanding teammate to the entire golf operations staff.
Maintenance and procurement of instructional equipment, technology, and aids in accordance with the budget.
Work with the Communications Department to develop promotional materials for individual and group instructional programs.
Develop content for the Club’s communications platforms, including the mobile app, website, Instagram, and the monthly club newsletter.
Contact and organize guest instructors and speakers, including scheduling, pricing, and payment.
Play in local and sectional PGA events and with the membership to enhance teaching programs.
Manage daily billing and financial reconciliations.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Including, but not limited to, the following:
Experience:
Class A PGA Member or LPGA Member in good standing.
Experience at an upscale, private or resort golf facility preferred.
Experience in design and optimal utilization of indoor facilities preferred as this position will be instrumental in the opening of two new teaching buildings.
Certifications in TPI, TrackMan, AimPoint, Swing Catalyst, or similar teaching technologies.
College degree preferred, but not required.
Must showcase leadership qualities and demonstrate a proven ability to build a regular student base that shows continued improvement.
Must be able to develop, maintain, and grow relationships with members and staff.
Must have an approachable and positive attitude with members of all skill levels.
Must be experienced and proficient in modern instructional technologies.
Commitment to ongoing education—maintaining professional expertise through related learning opportunities, conferences, workshops, and industry trade shows.
Strong communication and budgeting skills.
Reputation for high playing ability, active participation in local/sectional events, and exceptional professionalism.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The club will provide a compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is October 25th, 2026 at 11:59 pm 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, Bluejack Ranch, Director of Instruction
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. Brett Schoenfield | President / General Manager | Bluejack National
Lucas Brick, PGA, and Doug Turner, PGA, are leading this search. Please contact them with any questions.
Email: lbrick@pgahq.com
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