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Detroit, MI
Director of Golf
ABOUT DETROIT GOLF CLUB
ABOUT DETROIT GOLF CLUB
Detroit, MI | The Detroit Golf Club is one of America’s great golf clubs. The beautifully wooded two hundred and nineteen acres, rambling Old-English style clubhouse with swimming and tennis facilities and two 18-hole Donald Ross golf courses are a standing tribute to the prominent group of forward-thinking Detroiters who formed the Club in 1899. The tradition and heritage that have been established over the years have been preserved through a diversified membership that continues to carry forward those venerable traditions. Championship courses, majestic grounds, classic facilities … an enviable combination … that’s the Detroit Golf Club.
Through the first 25 years of prominence, Detroit Golf Club quickly transformed into a world-class private club. By 1916, its two Donald Ross-designed courses were completed and 1918 saw the completion of their permanent Albert Kahn-designed Clubhouse. The Club has improved upon these stately fixtures over the last 100 years, but the traditional feel and sense of comfort remain.
As the times changed, the club added several features to enhance the member experience: notably an aquatics center, athletic facilities, children’s amenities, casual dining options, and many others. There continues to be improvements made to the course as well, but as with everything, there is a strong desire to preserve the unique history of the Club and its courses. The Rocket Mortgage Classic was first staged in 2019 at Detroit Golf Club and is scheduled here through 2027. The tournament replaced the Quicken Loans National on the PGA Tour schedule.
DETROIT AND COMMUNITY
DETROIT AND COMMUNITY
Greater Metro Detroit offers some of the best family-friendly areas to live anywhere in the county. Excellent school systems, both public and private, are plentiful and anchor great communities. Once again Time Magazine selected Detroit in its third annual list of the World’s Greatest Places. It is a city of stunning architecture and art deco buildings. It is a culturally rich and diverse community. National landmarks are home to the Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit Symphony, Opera, Theater, Motown, and Jazz. Food and wine are culinary adventures in a city rich with dining options. It’s a world-class sports city with some of the finest arenas and stadiums in the world for its top professional teams, all near the Detroit Golf Club. Detroit is home to two great clubs: the Detroit Golf Club and the Detroit Athletic Club both over 100 years old and anchors of goodwill and tradition in their communities.
CLUB MISSION STATEMENT
CLUB MISSION STATEMENT
The Detroit Golf Club is a private Club providing its members with a world-class golf experience enriched by quality dining and social and recreational programs promoting good fellowship and family involvement.
DETROIT GOLF CLUB BY THE NUMBERS
DETROIT GOLF CLUB BY THE NUMBERS
Approximately 800 members at present in both Full Resident Members and various non-resident/national categories
Approximately 40,000 rounds of golf are played each year
$36,000 Initiation fee
$9,060 annual dues and $1,440 capital dues
Approximately $17M Gross volume
$6M Annual dues volume
$5.2M F&B volume with 42% coming from à la carte dining
$6.8M Gross payroll
240 Employees in-season; 160 off-season
DGC uses Club Essentials software for operations
DGC is organized as a not-for-profit 501 C 7 corporation under Federal and State of Michigan statutes
There are 12 board members serving three-year terms
The average age of members is 54 years
Committees at the Club include Finance, Golf, Green, House, Rules, Food & Beverage, Strategic Planning, and Membership
Capital Projects: Kahn Clubhouse Experience II was completed in June 2023, the project scope was valued at $5.15 million for renovating the Women’s Locker Room and the Champions Grille
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Supervises: Head Golf Professional, Professional Shop Manager, Caddy Master, Outside Service Manager, Teaching Professional
Job Summary: As the Director of Golf at Detroit Golf Club, your primary responsibility is to lead and oversee all aspects of golf operations with the overarching goal of establishing our club as a national leader in service excellence for both members and guests. You will be instrumental in ensuring that every interaction, from arrival on the grounds to post-game, reflects the highest standards of hospitality and professionalism. Join us at Detroit Golf Club and be a driving force in shaping our reputation as a premier destination for golf enthusiasts nationwide.
Keys to Success: The Director of Golf will:
Build a strong rapport with the entire membership by being a visible, proactive leader through interacting with members daily
Attract, recruit, and train an empowered team who all possess excellent communication skills
Lead the new member orientation program to enhance the member and staff culture
Be a strong, respected leader and face of the club with the ability to lead a busy club operation and enhance the member and guest experience
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plans, promotes, and directs all golf activities including daily management responsibilities.
Prepares annual and monthly budgets, forecasts, and reviews for golf operations; takes corrective actions as needed to keep departments on budget
Orders merchandise for golf shop and provides the best selection possible, while maintaining appropriate inventory levels and turnover rates
Provides golf lessons to members and guests.
Creates interesting, relevant, and engaging golf programs that evolve with member influences.
Plays golf with members of all skill levels.
Oversees the Design of all golf clinics.
Plans professional development and training activities for subordinates.
Organizes and conducts club tournaments and related events.
Interprets and enforces golf rules and regulations.
Interprets and enforces club golf policies, rules, and regulations.
Consult with the Chief Operating Officer about golf course and practice range operations, maintenance, and rules.
Cooperates with the Golf Course Superintendent about maintenance issues that affect the playability of the golf course.
Represents the club in area professional events including local, state, or national events with the approval of the Chief Operating Officer.
Attends all staff, management, golf committee, and other applicable meetings.
Maintains records relating to player and guest rounds and other statistics.
Plans social evenings and events to promote golf and fellowship among members and guests.
Adheres to all federal, state, and local laws regarding health, safety, and employment.
Assists in the development of short- and long-range plans for improvements to the golf facilities
Attends national and sectional conferences and meetings, merchandise shows, and educational and professional shows to encourage development and enhance the quality and image of the club.
Assists in supervising and inspecting design improvements and capital outlays to golf facilities.
Interacts with the Food and Beverage Director about food and beverage needs for events.
Maintain a high standard of service consistency with all members.
Maintains visible presence during peak times of play.
Supervises golf play of members and guests from the first tee and maintains starting times according to the club’s rules and regulations.
Provides golf-related information for the club’s newsletter.
Administers new golf member orientation program.
Ensures clean, safe, and well-organized golf operations and golf shop areas.
Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.
Recruit assistants with a strong work ethic who are dedicated to effective teaching, seamless collaboration, and positive interactions with members.
JOB KNOWLEDGE, CORE COMPETENCIES, AND EXPECTATIONS
JOB KNOWLEDGE, CORE COMPETENCIES, AND EXPECTATIONS
Experience in the following skill sets is desirable:
Managing golf operations
Interpersonal skills/customer service
Staff training and development
Excellent business acumen
Golf instruction
Tournament operation
Merchandising
Playing ability
Knowledge of the rules of golf
Patience in coaching the novice golfer and ability to offer constructive criticism tactfully and praise his or her efforts as their swing improves
Knowledge of and ability to perform required roles during emergencies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment that 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:
College degree preferred with a bachelor’s degree in a business-related major or Sports Management.
Five years of work experience as a Golf Professional or equivalent work experience as an Assistant Golf Professional at a private club. Head Professional experience preferred but not required
Holds Class A Certification through the PGA of America.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The club will provide compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications that include but are not limited to:
Competitive salary based on experience
15% performance bonus potential
Rocket Mortage Bonus
Holiday Fund
100% Lesson income
Medical and dental benefits - HSA Plan, HMO, or PPO
401k plan
Life Insurance
PGA Dues and Continuing education
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is March 25, 2024 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, Detroit Golf Club, Director of Golf
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. Don Byerly III | General Manager and COO | Detroit Golf Club
Todd Smith, PGA, and Scott Kmiec are leading this search, please contact them with any questions.
Email: tsmith@pgahq.com
The employer does not wish to be contacted at this time
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