North Shore Country Club
Glenview, Illinois
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ABOUT THE CLUB
ABOUT THE CLUB
Located in Glenview, Illinois, North Shore Country Club was established in 1900 and is recognized as one of the premiere country clubs on the North Shore of Chicago. The club includes 300 regular primary-golfing members along with a handful of Junior, Senior and National Memberships.
North Shore’s classically-designed C.H. Alison golf course has hosted numerous national championships including the 1928 Western Open, 1933 U.S. Open, the 1939 and 1983 U.S. Amateur, 2011 Western Amateur and upcoming 2023 Western Amateur. Ongoing restoration projects as well as the new addition of a 38,000sq ft. 18-hole putting course showcase North Shore’s success and ongoing commitment to the future.
North Shore Country Club is a family-centric club focused on providing its Members and Guests a first-class golf experience. Our award-winning Golf Shop has won numerous sectional and national awards including the 2018 & 2021 Illinois Section Merchandiser of the Year – Private and perennial AGM Platinum Awards (2018-2020). Additionally, as a terrific walking-venue, our long-standing Caddie Program has graduated numerous Evans Scholars and typically has over 100 caddies engaged during peak season.
Type of Facility: Private - Member Owned
Number of Holes: 18
Rounds of Golf: On Average 19,000
Club's Season: Year-Round - Golf Season Approx. 7 Months
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Welcome all Members and Guests into the Golf Shop and around the club
Assist in all aspects of the Golf Operation including Golf Shop Operations, Tournament Set-Up and Execution, Club-Fitting and Instruction, Merchandising and Outside Operations
Act as an ambassador to the Club while bringing positivity, energy and enthusiasm daily
Display excellent communication skills to keep Club Staff, Outside Ops and Maintenance Dept. informed about Events, Group Outings, etc.
Knowledge and familiarity with Golf Genius Tournament Software/Jonas POS Management a plus but not necessary
Support North Shore Country Club’s active junior golf programming including weekly clinics and comprehensive Golf Camp week
Able to assist Golf Shop Manager with placing/receiving special orders throughout the season
Work closely as needed with Caddie Master as needed to start daily play and assist with upkeep of staging area.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Experience Required
Experience Required
3-5 years experience as an assistant professional at similar facilities
The selected candidate ideally shall be a Class-A PGA Member in good standing, although Golf Professionals currently within the PGA Golf Management Program or PGA Apprenticeship Program will be considered.
At North Shore Country Club we believe in hiring a team-first candidate who has a strong desire to learn and seek growth as a Golf Professional. Self-motivated candidates with a passion for the game of golf will be highly-considered.
Ideal Qualities for the Senior Assistant Professional Candidate
Ideal Qualities for the Senior Assistant Professional Candidate
Dedicated to providing both Members and Guests a first-class golfing experience
A team-first player capable of multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated and passionate about the game of golf
Professional appearance with strong communication and character traits
Organized, detail-oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office programs
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Start Date: February 1st, 2023 (Flexible)
Base salary of $65,000 to $75,000 (DOE)
Lesson and Clinic income also available to qualified candidate. Lesson rates for the Senior Assistant are billed at $140/hour. The motivated Professional capable of providing instruction at a high-level has historically earned an additional average of $20,000 - $30,000 annually. This is a 12-month position with minimal reporting obligations during the off-season (January – March).
Total Compensation for a motivated Assistant anticipated at over $100,000
Additional benefits include the following:
One weekend off per month (including in-season)
One week vacation available to be taken during the summer months (July or August)
Health, Dental, 401k
Playing & Practicing Privileges
Clothing Allowance
PGA Dues
Meal(s) on Duty
Staff Equipment Deal
PTO as Approved by Head Golf Professional
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is January 13th, 2023 at 11:59 pm Central 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, North Shore Country Club - Senior Assistant Golf Professional
Please address all correspondence to - Head Golf Professional, Shaun McElroy, PGA
Head Golf Professional Bio: Shaun McElroy has been the Head Professional at North Shore Country Club since January of 2017. Prior management positions include, Director of Golf – Shooting Star, Jackson Hole, Wyoming (2013 – 2016), Head Professional/Senior Assistant – The Estancia Club, Scottsdale, Arizona (2009 – 2013). Shaun has won multiple Section PGA Awards and has a passion for helping Assistant Professionals advance their careers, with 5 of his previous Assistants moving on to Head Professional roles. As Senior Assistant, you can expect to receive the following skills/preparation for your future:
Recruit and build your own team
Manage a successful golf operation, while respecting traditions of a 100+ year old club
Provide exceptional customer service in a casual setting
Conduct first-class golf tournaments
Learn effective public speaking skills and conduct meetings
Motivate and lead a team
Be an ambassador for the facility and uphold the North Shore Country Club brand
Ryan Holland, PGA is the lead Consultant for this opportunity. For additional information and questions, please contact him directly.
rholland@pgahq.com
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