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Old Westbury, NY
Head Golf Professional
ABOUT OLD WESTBURY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
ABOUT OLD WESTBURY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Old Westbury, NY | Old Westbury Golf & Country Club is a distinguished, member-owned, family-oriented private club located on Long Island, known for its strong golf culture, engaged membership, and commitment to excellence in service and programming. Founded in 1961, the Club features 27 holes originally designed by William F. Mitchell and is completing a comprehensive, $16 million renovation of all greens, tees, bunkers, and infrastructure. A major clubhouse renovation is scheduled to follow.
With a strong membership and nearly 25,000 rounds annually, Old Westbury offers a rare opportunity to lead a premier golf operation entering a new era.
CLUB DETAILS
CLUB DETAILS
Facility: Private Member-Owned
Course Access: Private
Number of Holes: 27
Total Annual Rounds: 25,000
Members: 500
Caddie Program: Yes
Practice Range: Yes
Short Game Area: Yes
2026 Projected Revenue: $27.5 mil
THE OPPORTUNITY
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Head Golf Professional is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall direction and success of the Club’s golf operation, including the golf shop, tournaments, instruction, player development, outside services, and caddie program. This individual will be a visible presence, trusted leader, and ambassador of the Club’s golf culture, delivering a best-in-class experience for a multi-generational membership.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
The Club seeks a highly regarded private-club professional with a proven ability to lead people, elevate service standards, and build strong member relationships. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished player and instructor, a strong mentor of PGA professionals, and an approachable, emotionally intelligent communicator. Experience in a traditional, family-oriented private club environment is strongly preferred, along with a collaborative leadership style and passion for excellence.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate should be a Class “A” PGA Professional in good standing (or actively pursuing Class “A” status) with a demonstrated commitment to engagement within the MET PGA Section and the broader golf community. Candidates should bring meaningful leadership experience in a high-quality private club environment, either as a Head Professional or senior/lead Assistant, along with a proven ability to manage a best-in-class golf operation. Strong business acumen, particularly in golf shop merchandising and financial oversight, is essential, as are exceptional written and verbal communication skills and a reputation for integrity, professionalism, and developing high-performing teams.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and is expected to range from $300,000–$450,000, with flexibility for the right candidate. The overall package will include a competitive base salary, golf shop concession ownership, 100% of lesson income, a performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is February 12, 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, Old Westbury Golf & Country Club, Head Golf Professional
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. Billy Panagiotopoulos | General Manager | Old Westbury Golf & Country Club
Jonathan Gold, PGA and Jeff Voorheis are leading this search, please contact them with any questions.
Email: jgold@pgahq.com
The employer does not wish to be contacted at this time
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