Golf Instruction Manager

BLACKHAWK COUNTRY CLUB•Danville, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Golf Instruction Manager is responsible for organizing, budgeting, developing, promoting, scheduling and conducting golf instructional programs that meet member demands and needs. Working with the Director of Golf, Head Golf Professional, COO, GM, Director of Agronomy and/or Golf Professional staff, this position will manage and maintain the golf range & teaching area, assure consistently high-quality service levels and maximize club fitting and program equipment sales.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); college degree preferred.
PGA Membership or PGA PGM Associate Program Level 2 or greater.
Fundamental knowledge of the game of golf, rules of golf, golf instruction and teaching methodologies and learning styles (junior vs adult, beginners vs elite).
Experience designing structured programs (clinics, camps and private coaching).
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop other golf professionals to elevate instructor performance.
Ability to use launch monitors (Trackman as plus, and video analysis software.
Demonstrated experience with budgeting, P&L statements and revenue streams in golf operations.
Act as a role model for all employees by demonstrating the behavior and work ethic expected of all employees
Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills
Self-motivated with desire to promote and market
Service and customer focused attitude
Experienced in written and oral business communications
Remain up to date on customer relations management and player development initiatives
Experienced computer user including; Microsoft Word and Excel.
Proficient in other applications, i.e. Email, Internet, tournament and database
Attend conferences, workshops, meetings, and trade shows to keep abreast of current trends in the industry
Maintain and promote a positive professional image within the community
Maintain a credible golf game and remain current on teaching innovations and marketing and business trends

Responsibilities

Manage, oversee and direct the total golf instruction and player development programming for the facility.
Oversee all lesson and instructional program schedules at the facility.
Train golf professionals on golf instruction, teaching philosophies and the management of programs to include clinics, juniors, group, private lessons, player development and special population lessons.
Utilize state-of-the-art teaching and learning theories and be able to integrate the use of teaching aids, videotape, launch monitors, etc. when appropriate in all programs.
Develop, implement and promote club fittings and program equipment sales; train other staff instructors as needed.
Manage instructional budget for the facility and closely monitor departmental income and expense statements on a monthly basis.
Explain variances and prepare corrective action plans.
Supervise information requests regarding or pertaining to schedule of lessons and instructional golf.
Supervise upkeep of the golf range to ensure that safe, clean, organized and professional conditions exist at all times.
Maintain teaching aids and equipment inventory in excellent condition.
Create instructional programs to enhance service and maintain interest and enthusiasm among all member segments
Assist in marketing and promotion for instruction programming
Create player development programs to foster both a recreational, fun environment plus a competitive environment (as appropriate for each market segment).
Create and promote a virtual range league
Maintain regular, open contact with both supervisors and staff instructors to ensure teamwork and consistency in teaching programs.