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Chula Vista, CA
Head Golf Professional
ABOUT SAN DIEGO COUNTRY CLUB
ABOUT SAN DIEGO COUNTRY CLUB
Chula Vista, CA | Where golf in Southern California began.
San Diego Country Club was the first Country Club in San Diego and is the only private club in Southern San Diego County. SDCC is an 18-hole golf-only facility and is a nationally recognized venue hosting multiple National Championships, including the U.S. Women's Open (1964) and the U.S. Women's Amateur (1993 & 2017). It is also the future site of the U.S. Senior Women's Open (2025).
San Diego Country Club (SDCC) was established in 1897 as a nine-hole golf course in what is now Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo. In 1913 SDCC was forced to move as the city prepared to host the Pan American Exposition in Balboa Park. The Club found a temporary home in Point Loma, where it leased a golf course from A.G. Spalding. In 1920 SDCC members purchased 160 acres of rolling farmland in Chula Vista with an open view west to the bay and east to Mt. Miguel. There, William Watson designed the first all-grass 18-hole golf course in Southern California.
San Diego Country Club’s time-honored traditions and championship golf course provide the ideal setting for players of all levels to challenge themselves and improve their skills. As a private club, SDCC offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for golf. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting, the club’s welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff will help you feel right at home.
SDCC has proudly retained Renaissance Golf Design with Brian Schneider as lead architect to complete a master plan for the golf course which is estimated to be delivered to the membership in Q1 2024.
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
Title: Head Golf Professional
Reports to: General Manager
Position Description: As the department head and leader of the Golf Operation, the Head Golf Professional has the responsibility for the overall management of the golf operation in accordance with the philosophy, policy, and procedures of San Diego Country Club to ensure the highest level of service to members and guests.
COMPETENCIES:
COMPETENCIES:
Building, training, and leading high-performing teams (Team Leadership)
Interpersonal & Communication Skills (Customer Service)
Torchbearer of "hospitality" (Customer Service)
Commitment to Innovation and excellence (Standards - house rules, etc.)
Collaboration with committees, the board, and golf organizations within SDCC
Coaching and Player Development acumen to enhance teaching, coaching, clinics, and game improvement programs at SDCC
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Enforce all House Rules as implemented by the Board of Directors
Orders merchandise for golf shop and provide the best selection possible within the constraints of inventory and quality limits set by Board policy
Organize and administer tournaments; assist in the development of promotional materials to communicate the events to the members and guests
Assist the GM/COO in the preparation of annual operating budgets. Monitor performance and take corrective action as necessary to help ensure that budget goals are attained
Project a positive, favorable image for the club with committees, prospective members, guest, members, and representatives from merchandise manufactures
Hire and train all golf operations employees (final approval from GM/COO) utilizing club procedures. Conduct and compensate annual employee performance reviews and develop employee self-improvement programs
Consult with GM/COO and superintendent about golf course and practice range operations, maintenance and rules
Under the direction of the golf committee and the handicap committee, implement and administer a system governing the pace of play and handicap management
Assist in the development of short and long range plans for improvements to the club facilities and course
Other duties as required and/or assigned
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND TRAITS
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND TRAITS
Including, but not limited to, the following:
Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills
Experienced in written and oral business communications
Experienced computer user including Golf Genius, Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with ClubEssential is preferred
Maintain and promote a positive professional image within the community
Maintain a credible golf game and remain current on teaching innovations
WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Including, but not limited to, the following:
Must be a Class “A” PGA Member in good standing
Minimum of 3-5 years golf operations management experience as a Head professional or a Lead/First Assistant
Professional at a Private Club
Bachelor's Degree is preferred
Financial aptitude and experience to assist and understand the operational budget
Experience in Master Plan development and execution is preferred
Experience in running national events, either PGA or USGA is preferred
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The club will provide compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This includes but not limited to:
Base Salary $150,000-$175,000
Annual Bonus
401k Club matching
100% lesson income
Percentage of other golf programming income
Club Medical, Dental and Vision family Insurance
Monthly cell phone allowance
Annual Holiday Bonus
Education Allowance
Uniform Allowance
Tournament Allowance
PGA & CMAA Dues Paid
Other benefits per employee handbook
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 20, 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, San Diego Country Club, General Manager
Please address all correspondence to - Ms. Daniela Anastasi, PGA | General Manager | San Diego Country Club
Ed Winiecki, PGA, CCM is the lead consultant for this search, please contact him with any questions.
Email: ewiniecki@pgahq.com
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