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Newberry, FL
Head Golf Professional
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ABOUT CYPRESS OAKS COUNTRY CLUB
ABOUT CYPRESS OAKS COUNTRY CLUB
Opened in 1985, Cypress Oaks Country Club is located just thirty minutes from Gainesville, Florida, home of the Florida Gators. The club features a championship golf course designed by Bob Cupp. The clubhouse features multiple dining and banquet room options that showcase remarkable views of the golf course and surrounding areas. Additionally, there is a world-class swimming pool, 3 tennis courts, and 5 pickleball courts.
The Bob Cupp golf course provides an excellent member golfing experience and has hosted several professional events and qualifiers over the years. Cypress Oaks has been ranked highly by multiple national publications and recently received recognition as one of the top clubs in the nation for “Better Players”.
Cypress Oaks Country Club members have recently invested over $5MM in course and clubhouse improvements. After significant investment in drainage and irrigation, the club is currently beginning a Bunkers and Greens renovation to rebuild the greens to USGA standard and upgrade bunkers for improved playability, drainage, and design.
Club Details:
Access: Private
Number of Holes: 18
Total Annual Rounds: 21,000
Number of Carts: 50
Golf Members: 315
Total Members: 485
Caddie Program: No
Practice Range: Yes
Short Game Area: Yes
Number of Staff Managed: 15-20
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
Title: Head Golf Professional
Reports to: General Manager
Supervises: 2 Assistant Golf Professionals, Outside Service Staff, Golf Interns
Position Description: The Head Golf Professional is the senior leader of the golf department and will be responsible for managing all day-to-day golf-related operations and activities. This individual will present a professional image and be an ambassador for the club.
Cypress Oaks Country Club is seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual who possesses a solid understanding of the golf business, has experience with private memberships, has the ability to lead the golf service team, and demonstrates proficiency in playing and teaching the game of golf.
This position will be an ambassador for the club by promoting an exceptional golf experience as well as providing excellent services and programs for all Cypress Oaks members and guests. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a welcoming and outgoing personality that can engage and create relationships with members, guests, and club staff from all departments. Cypress Oaks is looking for someone who is an effective communicator, able to work in a collaborative team environment, and has strong anticipatory and problem-solving skills. This individual will be on the front line to maximize member and guest satisfaction at the club.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
All staff members have the responsibility of promoting and upholding the image of Cypress Oaks by providing a warm, friendly atmosphere and superior customer service to members and guests. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Responsible for all golf operations at the club, including event management, communication, golf carts, bag room, locker rooms, golf shop, practice facilities, member events calendar, charity outings, and merchandising.
Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of golf operations; manages the day-to-day personnel function; carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the club's policies and by-laws.
Prepare monthly and annual budgets for the golf operation, taking corrective action as necessary to stay on plan.
Work closely with the golf course Superintendent to coordinate turf care practices and course closures
Administer, interpret, and enforce all club rules and policies that govern the use of the course, golf carts, and other golf-related facilities.
Provide superior customer service to members and guests.
Engage and create transformational and genuine relationships with members and guests.
Responsible for hiring, oversight, training, scheduling, and supervision of all golf operations staff.
Create an atmosphere of continuous improvement for themselves and their staff.
Promote a positive and team-oriented service culture for all golf employees.
Attending all staff, management, Golf Committee, and other applicable meetings.
Oversee and operate a highly regarded golf shop that provides the best selection of merchandise to meet the members' needs and works within budgetary guidelines.
Provide competent, qualified golf instruction, ensuring instructional programs provide age and skill-appropriate golf lessons to members and their guests; design and conduct golf clinics and player development programs for all skill levels.
Ensure the USGA Rules of Golf and handicapping are adhered to.
Create an environment that encourages the Professional staff to play golf with members of all golfing abilities
Develop and maintain a high-quality communication plan that effectively provides the membership with an understanding of all golf-related events.
Conduct regular staff meetings and foster communication amongst the golf operations staff along with the full club staff.
Attend industry conferences, meetings, merchandise shows, and professional development opportunities to represent and enhance the image of the club.
Represent the club in professional golf activities in a professional manner; participate in public relations efforts in and around the club and community.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Including, but not limited to, the following:
Education and Certifications
A bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university is preferred
Five to eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
PGA of America Class A Member in good standing
Knowledge, Skills, and Traits:
Ability to produce a high volume and quality of work in a timely manner, while balancing/determining priorities
Advanced working knowledge of Jonas software and Golf Genius
Strong background in collaboration
History of building high-performing teams
Strong fiscal management skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A clear understanding of club culture and the importance of member experience
Proficient in the Rules of Golf
Competent instructor
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The club will provide compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This includes but is not limited to:
Base Salary of $113,000 - $125,000 (Base Salary offer will be based on experience and skill set)
Total Anticipated Compensation: $170,000
Merchandise Concession Income: 10% of gross sales
100 % of lesson income
Continuing education allowance
100 % Family Health Plan
Dental and Vision insurance options at employee cost
401k with employer match per employer guidelines
Cell phone monthly stipend
PGA dues paid
Annual uniform allowance
Meals while on duty
Life insurance policy
Family club privileges are 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 July 18, 2025 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, Cypress Oaks Country Club, Head Golf Professional
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. Gray Milton | General Manager | Cypress Oaks Country Club
Keith Fisher, PGA, and Stephen Limpach, PGA are the lead consultants for this search. Please contact them with any questions.
Email: kfisher@pgahq.com
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