Director of Golf
About The Position
Back Creek Golf Club is seeking an enthusiastic, friendly, and motivated Director of Golf to oversee golf-related activities and departments. The role manages daily operations, tournaments, merchandise and inventory, membership programs, player development, and events while helping ensure exceptional customer service and the club’s financial health. The Director of Golf handles tee sheet reservations using Lightspeed, works with the greens superintendent on course conditions and events, and assists the General Manager with budgeting. The position is based at Back Creek Golf Club in Middletown, Delaware.
Requirements
- Ability to provide high-level golf instruction to players of all skill levels.
- Experience in golf course retail, inventory management, and merchandising.
- Proficiency with golf-related software and technology for scheduling and tee time management.
- Ability to lift or handle up to 20 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to work extended hours during the golf and holiday season, and on weekends and holidays.
- Ability to perform physical activity including long periods of standing, walking, and bending.
Nice To Haves
- PGA (Professional Golfers’ Association) membership is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and ensure the efficient functioning of all golf-related activities.
- Manage tournament logistics, including pairings, scoring, and contests.
- Drive merchandise sales and manage inventory to maximize revenue.
- Use modern club management techniques to provide exceptional customer service.
- Develop and maintain membership programs to increase and retain members.
- Coordinate golf instruction programs, junior clinics, member tournaments, and corporate outings.
- Direct and manage golf-related departments and staff.
- Handle tee sheet reservations using Lightspeed.
- Collaborate with the greens superintendent on course conditions and events.
- Assist the General Manager with budgeting.
- Recommend policies to improve the club’s financial health.
- Ensure the Pro-Shop’s daily opening and closing procedures are followed.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness of the operation.
- Design systems to control labor costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth within the organization
- Employee golf privileges
- Chef-prepared shift meals at no cost to employees
- Ongoing country club and hospitality training and experience
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
