Management - Golf Operations and PGA Coach

University of Central Oklahoma•Edmond, OK

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The Golf Operations and PGA Coach is responsible for teaching and coaching, tournament management, player engagement, technology, and communications for the UCO PGA Golf Management program. The role supports the retention and graduation of UCO PGM students, develops required reports for the PGA of America, maintains PGA-established program standards, provides golf and classroom instruction, and promotes program growth. The position delivers experiential learning, advances program goals and PGA standards, and strengthens engagement with UCO and the regional golf community. Responsibilities include developing students’ golf skills, providing club-fitting education and golf instruction, reviewing work experience, supporting Player Development activities and the student association, and monitoring student milestones. The role also manages student cohorts, seminar schedules, PGA education, records, internship documentation, club-fitting equipment, golf simulation lab technologies, and club-repair policies. It teaches PGM classes and leads community engagement activities, including an annual fundraising tournament, alumni engagement, Growth of the Game initiatives, and recruiting support. This is a regular, full-time, salaried, exempt, benefit-eligible staff position. The usual schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., in-office at UCO’s main campus in Edmond, Oklahoma. Some nights and weekends may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the position.
At least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
Class A PGA or LPGA membership.
Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Ability to travel by vehicle locally, statewide, and/or out of state.
Reliable transportation to travel to different sites across the assigned territory; proof of insurance is required if using a personal vehicle.
Broad knowledge and experience in the golf industry.
Ability to play and teach golf.
Proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access; QuickBooks; golf tournament management applications; and teaching and coaching software.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to create detailed professional reports, budgets, and letters.
Working knowledge of golf club repair and fitting equipment and techniques.
Ability to multitask, organize activities, meet deadlines, and conduct events.
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information effectively.
Ability to work independently and with people from diverse backgrounds, interests, and education levels.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or terminal degree.

Responsibilities

Develop PGM students’ individual golf skills.
Provide educational and professional club fitting.
Review students’ work experience and provide feedback.
Provide individual and group golf lessons to PGA Golf Management students.
Work with the Recruiting/Player Development Coordinator and instruct Player Development activities to help students pass the PAT, including individual instruction and game-improvement plans.
Engage in and support weekly operations of the UCO PGA Golf Management Student Association.
Monitor students’ progress toward requirements and milestones established by PGA standards.
Manage student cohorts, annual seminar schedules, and PGA education.
Maintain accurate student and program records required by the PGA of America.
Ensure student rosters and cohorts meet PGA standards and have proper documentation.
Manage internship reporting and documentation.
Teach PGM classes.
Maintain club-fitting equipment and update technologies in Golf Sim Labs Rooms 137 and 126.
Develop and ensure compliance with club-repair policies and procedures.
Develop and administer the annual PGA Golf Management fundraising tournament.
Work with the UCO Foundation on tournament website management, social media, alumni engagement, and program support.
Conduct Growth of the Game initiatives for UCO faculty, staff, students, and the regional golf community.
Assist with recruiting efforts for the UCO PGA Golf Management Program.
Develop required reports for the PGA of America and maintain PGA-established program standards.