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Schofield, WI
Head Golf Professional
ABOUT WAUSAU COUNTRY CLUB
ABOUT WAUSAU COUNTRY CLUB
Schofield, WI | Wausau Country Club, founded in 1899, offers a unique private club experience in northern and central Wisconsin, set against the stunning backdrop of Rib Mountain and Lake Wausau.
Designed by E. L. Packard, the par-71 golf course features lush fairways, manicured greens, and four sets of tee boxes, ensuring a rewarding challenge for players of all skill levels. The course boasts lush fairways, meticulously maintained greens, and four sets of tee boxes, providing a rewarding challenge for golfers of all skill levels. The club's vibrant and outdoorsy community atmosphere is complemented by cutting-edge amenities, including a Trackman Simulator, available during the winter months for play, lessons, and club fitting. Wausau Country Club takes pride in nurturing the love for golf in young enthusiasts through its Junior Golf program, which engages over 100 students each summer. Additionally, the club's highly anticipated Guest Invitational is a testament to its popularity, consistently having a waitlist of 20-30 teams eager to participate each year.
With a professional staff, a dedicated practice area, and a summer caddie program, Wausau Country Club has maintained its reputation as one of Wisconsin's premier private clubs for over a century, blending pristine conditions with breathtaking scenery.
Troon Golf
Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world’s largest professional club management company. We provide services to 900+ locations while also managing various amenities, such as racquet sports, aquatics, fitness, food & beverage, lodging, and more. We have grown our company by listening to and understanding the specific opportunities and challenges of our clients, and then customizing our approach to achieve success together. This is accomplished by providing a foundation comprised of the best talent and resources in the industry and cultivating the creativity of our associates worldwide. Our successful culture, combined with over 30 years of experience, give us the opportunity to develop the strategies, resources, and talent that allow our clients to excel in this competitive industry.
CLUB DETAILS
CLUB DETAILS
Number of Holes: 18 holes
Average Annual Rounds: 16,000
Peak 18-hole Green Fee w/ Cart: Member Guest Rate - $105
Number of Members: 260 golf members (260 is max) and 125 Social Members
Outside Outings: 12-14 Charity Outings
Number of Carts: 40 new electric carts in the Spring of 2025
Primary Golf Season: April 15 – October 31
Practice Range: Range with 14 hitting bays
Short Game Area: Short game facility max yardage 75 yards and two practice bunkers
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
Title: Head Golf Professional
Reports to: Directly to the General Manager regarding operations, financial matters, and strategic planning
Supervises: All Assistant Golf Professionals, Golf Shop Assistants, Outside Service staff, and Caddies, ensuring that all staff members uphold the club's high standards
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Displays a charismatic personality and a strong leadership style when interacting with club members, their guests, and Wausau Country Club employees.
Manages all aspects of golf operations, including staff hiring, scheduling, training and development, merchandising of hard goods, budgeting, event marketing, and promotion.
Aligns with the vision and direction set by the General Manager.
Commitment to training and implementing best practices and service standards, ensuring top-quality operational standards across all business segments.
Regular visibility and inspection of all areas are necessary to ensure consistent daily service to members.
Interacts frequently with members, their guests, vendors, and employees and should exhibit a teaching and coaching leadership style when engaging with all Wausau Country Club staff.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Including, but not limited to, the following:
A proven track record in managing operations that prioritize exceptional member service and exemplary "plus-one" service—beginning from the moment a member arrives at the club—is essential.
Organized and structured to implement clear goals and initiatives that align with the brand vision of being an unparalleled Club and Community. Strong attention to detail is vital in this role.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The club will provide compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This includes but is not limited to:
Base Salary $80,000 to $90,000
Lesson Income $10,000 to $20,000
Total Compensation $90,000 to $110,000
Health Care, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401k, Meals, Club Privileges, PGA Dues
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is November 13, 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, Wausau Country Club, Head Golf Professional
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. Doug Cheever, PGA | General Manager | Wausau Country Club
Ryan Holland, PGA is the lead consultant for this search, please contact him with any questions.
Email: rholland@pgahq.com
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