The Royal Fox Country Club
St. Charles, IL
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ABOUT THE CLUB
ABOUT THE CLUB
St. Charles, IL | Quality and prestige are reflected in the elegant surroundings at The Royal Fox Country Club. Built in 1989, The Royal Fox has been awarded the honor of hosting the prestigious Illinois PGA Open seven times in eleven years, a true testament of the challenge that lies ahead of you when you tee it up on the first hole. The original course was designed by Richard Nugent to evolve around the existing natural environment while providing a challenging 6,816-yard par 71 golf course.
The Royal Fox also features a variety of dining options, outdoor pool, a fitness facility, fully‑stocked proshop as well as a social event calendar that is sure to entertain every member of the family. In 2017, The Royal Fox began a multi million dollar renovation on the clubhouse and the golf course. This project includes upgrades to the bunkers, updated equipment for the course and the kitchen, and a lower level clubhouse renovation with upgrades to the pro shop, fitness center and locker rooms. This renovation also provides the opportunity for a new 19th hole dining facility.
The Royal Fox Country Club takes pride in an impeccable golf course, exquisite cuisine and dining - the intangibles - to complete the country club experience. The feeling of belonging each time a member or guest enters the clubhouse, the way the staff fulfills requests, the way other club members welcome each other, not to mention the lasting friendships that are established along the way – these are the qualities that makes our Club a home away from home.
For more information about the Club, please visit the club's website by clicking HERE.
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Royal Fox Country Club is searching the industry for a career-minded leader who desires to make a lasting impact on the golf operation and services levels at the Club.
The Director of Golf manages all aspects of The Royal Fox Golf Operation. He or she administers the Club’s golf policies, as defined by the Owners/Board of Directors and the General Manager/COO. Develops policies and procedures and directs the work of all golf related staff. Ensures maximum member and guest satisfaction, service and Club profitability.
The right candidate will be goal-oriented, while also being able to cultivate teamwork to provide the best services for the Club's members and guests. Will have a background managing private club golf operations and golf instruction with understanding and experience of the private club atmosphere.
OPERATION BY THE NUMBERS
OPERATION BY THE NUMBERS
18 holes with full-service clubhouse
275 total members - 215 full golf
Rounds played - 16,000
Initiation Fee - $20,000
Full-time employees - 25 Seasonal - 75
Recent Improvements
Golf course - Redefinition of all fairways and greens, complete replacement project for all bunkers including new drainage, resurfacing and/or replacement of all cart paths.
Clubhouse - Replacement of the roof. Complete repurposing of the lower level including new men’s grill, new locker room, showers, steam, pro shop, club storage.
2 Foresight Simulators on site
3 Pickleball Courts added to property
All new decor on the upper level including, furniture, painting, wallpaper
Upgrade to kitchen equipment, coolers ranges
A capital project to replace the pump system that drives the watering system at the Fox has been approved
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plans, promotes and directs all golf activities including daily management responsibilities.
Prepares annual and monthly budgets for golf operations; takes corrective actions as necessary to help assure that budget goals are attained.
Manages the golf shop merchandise concession for the Club and ensures that the products and services offered are in concert with the needs and wants of the membership.
Selects, supervises, trains and evaluates golf cart maintenance personnel and pro shop, golf range, golf bag and club storage employees and on-course personnel.
Provides and promotes golf lessons and clinics to members, their children and guests and plays golf with members of all skill-levels to generate enthusiasm.
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 policies, rules and regulations.
Under the direction of the General Manager, implements and administers a system governing the start of play and the handicap system.
Cooperates with the grounds 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 General Manager.
Assists in the development of short- and long-range plans for improvements to the club facilities and courses.
Attends all staff, management, golf committee and other applicable meetings.
Plans social evenings and events to promote golf and fellowship among members and guests.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Certifications
Education and Certifications
The selected candidate ideally shall be a Class-A PGA Member in good standing with a minimum of 3-5 years experience as a Head Professional or Director of Golf. Well qualified Assistant Professionals will be considered.
Preferred four-year college degree
Knowledge, Skills, & Traits
Knowledge, Skills, & Traits
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
Dedicated to providing Members & Guests a first-class experience
Strong programming and tournament operations knowledge
Self-motivated and willing to take on challenges
Team oriented
Excellent communication skills
Detail oriented
Thorough merchandising capabilities
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Total Compensation $140,000 - $150,000
Base Salary
Instruction Revenue
Golf shop merchandise percentage of net profit - Golf shop is owned by the Club
Benefits per Club policy and may include:
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Professional Association Dues Paid
Standard Travel and Expenses Covered
Additional Benefits as Negotiated
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is April 23, 2023 at 11:59pm 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, Royal Fox Director of Golf
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. Scott Feller, PGA General Manager/COO
Ryan Holland, PGA is the lead Consultant for this opportunity. For additional information and questions, please contact him directly.
Phone: (847) 204-2016
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