Golf Recreation Instructor

Cosumnes Community Services District•Elk Grove, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Golf Instructor provides private golf lessons to participants of varying ages and skill levels and leads specialized lessons for one or more groups. The position is based at Emerald Lakes Golf Course, a year-round facility that operates from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Actual assigned hours may increase or decrease according to lesson inquiries and department needs. The role may involve teaching indoors or outdoors, in varied weather, and traveling by vehicle to off-site locations within the District. Compensation is 60–70% commission per private lesson, $26.89 per hour for leading programs, and $16.90 per hour for District trainings. The position requires shifts, weekends, and holidays. It is part-time employment with the District on an at-will basis.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of teaching and/or coaching in the area of instruction, or an applicable degree or certification/designation in that area.
PGA/LPGA membership or PGA/LPGA Associate status while working toward membership.
Possess First Aid and CPR/AED certification, or be able to obtain it within the first 30 days of employment; certification must be maintained throughout employment.
Be at least 18 years old.
Possess a valid California Class C driver’s license with a clean driving record and maintain it throughout employment.
Knowledge of current methods, techniques, principles, and procedures for planning, organizing, scheduling, coordinating, and evaluating recreation programs or facilities.
Proficiency with computer database programs, desktop publishing, and word processing programs such as Word, Excel, Active Net, and PowerPoint.
Basic operation of office machines and equipment, including calculators, computers, keyboards, printers and other peripherals, copiers, and fax machines.
Basic arithmetic, including calculating decimals, ratios, percentages, and fractions.
Knowledge of coaching and instruction methods for all ages and abilities.
Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, orally and in writing, with participants, facility users, contractors, vendors, CSD personnel, and the public.
Ability to comprehend and prepare reports and forms using prescribed formats and appropriate writing conventions.
Ability to lead a classroom and provide clear instruction and guidance.
Ability to use independent judgment to resolve routine problems and complaints, supervise activities and trips, respond to injuries, and resolve participant conflicts while ensuring safety.
Ability to perform the described mobility, vision, dexterity, hearing, communication, and driving tasks, including frequent keyboard use and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Provide group or private instruction to recreation participants of all ages and skill levels; evaluate participants and teach according to program outlines, descriptions, and goals.
Make minor program modifications to accommodate participants’ ages and abilities.
Assist with developing marketing materials, including requesting and reviewing flyers and class descriptions.
Design and implement training specific to the area of instruction; provide hands-on instruction to onsite staff as required.
Monitor patrons and program participants, assist patrons in distress, and remain accountable for participants during program hours.
Evaluate and communicate participant concerns to the designated supervisor and report potentially unsafe conditions.
Enforce program and facility rules and regulations in accordance with CSD policies.
Administer first aid and perform emergency procedures when needed.
Maintain a safe and clean environment with adequate supervision, following CSD and Department policies and procedures.
Provide courteous and professional service to participants, facility users, CSD personnel, and the public.
Arrive on time and meet CSD attire and appearance guidelines.
Monitor participant behavior and provide positive, ongoing feedback about progress.
Set up and clean up facilities and equipment, and perform opening and closing duties as assigned.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings, including in-service trainings and skills tests as assigned.
Complete reports and forms as necessary.
Perform work safely and in compliance with Department safety standards and the CSD Injury and Illness Prevention Program.
Communicate with parents, participants, and the public as needed; refer program and participation concerns to the designated supervisor.
Work assigned shifts, weekends, and holidays.