Golf Course Manager

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Corpus Christi, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Gulf Winds Golf Course, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, Texas. The Golf Course Manager administers the technical operations and maintenance of the golf facility, which includes an 18-hole course, practice range, pro shop, and snack bar. The incumbent plans and coordinates golf programs and events, oversees budgets and resources, maintains the facility and equipment, and supervises course personnel. The manager also teaches golf lessons and clinics and interprets USGA rules for course patrons. This is a regular full-time position.

Requirements

Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) Class A membership or PGA Apprentice membership; an apprentice must be progressing toward PGA Class A membership. The posting also specifies good standing with the PGA.
Knowledge of golf course management concepts, principles, policies, regulations, procedures, and processes, including planning, cost management, scheduling, and coordinating golf programs and developing administrative procedures for golf facilities and programs.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal and DoD/DoN MWR policies, requirements, and procedures for management planning, budgeting, and coordinating personnel and resources.
Knowledge of appropriated and non-appropriated funds and their use in budgeting.
Comprehensive knowledge of turf maintenance, irrigation systems, and technical aspects of maintaining golf course conditions.
Skill and ability in teaching and instructing golf, and interest and ability to promote golf activities.
Knowledge of USGA and PGA rules and regulations and ability to interpret them for course patrons.
Knowledge of administrative methods and practices for operating a snack bar, including inspection for cleanliness, sanitation, and physical condition of furnishings and equipment, handling complaints, and assisting the MWR Director.
Good health and a diplomatic manner, including ability to observe appropriate military courtesies.
A valid state driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
Must meet federal employment suitability requirements and successfully complete a background investigation; a favorable background is required and must be maintained.
Must successfully pass employment verification through E-Verify and resolve any discrepancies as a condition of employment.
Must complete a Personal Identity Verification process requiring two forms of identification from Form I-9; a REAL ID or passport is required for access to government facilities as of May 7, 2025.
Must participate in direct deposit/electronic funds transfer; a Social Security Card is required.
Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959, unless exempt.
May be required to pass pre-employment examinations and complete a probationary period.
Must submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually.
For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, may be required to obtain and maintain a government-issued travel card.
Resume must clearly document duties, responsibilities, qualifying experience, and hours worked per week; non-government positions must include complete address and dates, and government positions must include agency address, pay plan, series, grade, and dates.
Must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire, and the resume must support and validate questionnaire answers.

Responsibilities

Prepare budgets and material requests for pro shop retail sales and golf course maintenance, and prepare reports on current and pending projects.
Plan, organize, schedule, and conduct tournaments, leagues, special events, publicity, and inter- and intramural competitions; coordinate with golf professionals at other military installations and private courses.
Conduct individual and group golf lessons and clinics for players of varying ages and skill levels. The incumbent receives a percentage of lesson fees in accordance with Navy regulations.
Ensure proper collection and accountability of change funds and revenues from greens fees, equipment and cart rentals, lessons, other service charges, and resale operations.
Operate the Golf Pro Shop efficiently and recommend merchandise for procurement; conduct monthly inventories of resale merchandise and the snack bar.
Inspect golf facilities and equipment, supervise improvements, and oversee maintenance of greens, tees, and fairways through the Golf Course Superintendent.
Maintain equipment used at the golf course.
Compute, maintain, and post handicaps and maintain intramural league standings, personally or through subordinate employees.
Coordinate with men's and women's golf associations.
Maintain records required by MWR manuals, local instructions, and directives, including equipment, supply, statistical, and other reports.
Administratively and technically supervise the Golf Course Superintendent, tractor operators, automotive mechanic, recreation aides/starter marshals, lead food service worker, and food service worker; seasonal flex employees may also be hired as needed.
Manage personnel practices, including hiring, scheduling, discipline, performance evaluation, counseling, and training.
Support and contribute to Department of the Navy and local Equal Employment Opportunity program objectives.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate work among subordinate managers and employees; resolve conflicts, interpret policy, and determine methods and practices for golf programs and activities.
Select, interpret, and adapt guidelines for studies, analyses, reviews, and evaluations; recommend changes and improvements or more efficient operations as needed.
Interpret USGA regulations and make rulings in golf games.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and a 401(k) savings plan.
Annual leave and sick leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid holidays (11 per year).
Medical insurance with vision coverage and dental insurance, with immediate enrollment and no waiting period.
NAF Retirement Plan.
401(k) Savings Investment Plan with employer match up to 3%.
Long-term disability plan.
Basic life insurance, with optional life and spouse/dependent coverage.
Medical savings account (FSA).
Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation programs, including golf courses, marinas, gyms and fitness centers, bowling centers, restaurants, discounted tickets and travel options, and Navy Exchange shopping privileges.
Federal civilian service stability and quality-of-work-life balance.