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Indian Wells, CA
Director of Golf
ABOUT DESERT HORIZONS OWNERS ASSOCIATION
ABOUT DESERT HORIZONS OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Desert Horizons Country Club is part of the bundled community known as Desert Horizons Owners Association, an exclusive gated community which includes 510 homes, community pools, tennis & pickleball courts, an 18-hole golf course and complete practice facilities. The golf course designed by Ted Robinson in 1979 is one of his premier designs, Ted called Desert Horizons home for several years. Clive Clark added updates and revisions to the course in 2017-18.
Every homeowner is a Social member of the club upon the purchase of a home and paying a Social Initiation Assessment. The clubhouse which includes the golf shop, men’s & ladies locker rooms, card rooms, wellness area and an 8500 sq. feet fitness facility is nearing completion and expected to be ready in January 2024.
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
Title: Director of Golf
Reports to: General Manager
Supervises: Golf Professionals, Merchandiser/Buyer
JOB SUMMARY (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
JOB SUMMARY (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
Manages, supervises and oversees the club’s entire golf operation to provide the highest standards of excellence for member and guest enjoyment. Plans and coordinates a golf program which is respected and enjoyed by the membership. Manages the Golf Pro Shop and related services to meet the needs of the members in a manner consistent with club’s mission and philosophy. Ensures proper communication between departments, maintains excellent relationships with suppliers and ensures member satisfaction.
JOB TASKS/DUTIES
JOB TASKS/DUTIES
Ensures golf activities and tournaments are appropriate for golfers at all levels, promotes and directs all golf activities.
Promotes inter-connectivity/cross-promotion and cross-programming among golf and other club activities.
Prepares budgets for golf operations.
Maintains management reports in sufficient detail to properly track where revenues and expense are compared to budget as well as rounds played.
Provides daily accounting of the entire golf revenue stream and shop expenses.
Ensures daily reports are completed and accurately prepared each night.
Ensures Buyer/Merchandiser maintains appropriate merchandise assortment and levels for Golf Pro Shop.
Orders supplies associated with golf activities.
Supervises, trains and directs club staff in customer service, golf cart maintenance, golf practice facilities maintenance, Golf Pro Shop, golf professionals and other on-course personnel.
Organizes charges and ensures fees for all golf-related activities are collected and reconciled.
Ensures golf clinics and training programs are available to players at all levels.
Supervises the planning, promotion and execution of all club-based and outside golf tournaments.
Interprets and enforces the club’s golf rules and regulations without prejudice and ensures that the Golf Pro Shop staff is familiar with club rules and policies and enforces them.
Interprets and enforces facility policies, rules and regulations without prejudice.
Supports the Membership Director as needed with prospective or new golf and social members.
Prepares the Golf Shop annual budget and ensures golf staff follows budget parameters.
Supervises and verifies schedules and work hours for the Golf Shop staff, golf practice areas and outside services staff within the parameters of the annual operating budget.
Plays golf regularly with a cross-section of members.
Ensures golf professional staff is regularly available to members on the practice facilities and the first tee.
Controls and maintains an adequate inventory of golf merchandise for retail sales from the Golf Pro Shop.
Functions as management liaison with Golf Committee and attends all meetings. Recommends policy changes in the areas of user fee structure, hours of operation, guest privileges, etc.
Meets regularly with the General Manager and the Golf Course Superintendent to review the condition of the golf course and makes recommendations on areas needing attention. Meets with other department leaders as needed to ensure seamless member experiences throughout the club.
Provides for the most efficient use of tee times and assures all tee times are properly scheduled.
Assures that golf carts, golf supplies and items needed by members are readily available and ready for play.
Regularly inspects and ensures areas used by members during their golf round meet the club’s standards.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Licenses and Special Requirements
Class A member in good standing with the PGA of America.
Has met PGA criteria for Head Professional.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
Frequent repetitive motions.
Continuous standing and walking.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Including, but not limited to, the following:
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is preferred, five years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Must have a minimum of five years of experience as a Director of Golf, Head Professional or an Assistant Golf Professional at a recognized golf club.
Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations
Prior experience in all facets of golf operations, including inventory and financial control; employee motivation and training; golf instruction; tournament and event management.
Expertise in golfing rules and regulations.
Good working knowledge of golf course maintenance.
Knowledge of marketing, financial management and retail operations.
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions; skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Desert Horizons provides an excellent work environment and compensation and benefits package including:
Base Salary- $140,000-$160,000
Annual Bonus- up to 10%
401k Club matching (eligible after 60 days)
Club Medical, Dental and Vision family Insurance
Monthly cell phone allowance
Family Club Privileges
Annual Holiday Bonus
Education Allowance
Tournament Allowance
Relocation Stipend
PGA Dues Paid
Other benefits per employee handbook
The selected candidate will be expected to start their new role in February 2024.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is December 1, 2023 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, Desert Horizons Owners Association, Director of Golf
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. Al Castro, CCM | Chief Executive Officer/General Manager | Desert Horizons Owners Association
Ed Winiecki, PGA, CCM is the lead consultant for this search, please contact him with any questions.
Email: ewiniecki@pgahq.com
The employer does not wish to be contacted at this time
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