Pro Head Golf

Arcis Golf•The Woodlands, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Golf Professional leads day-to-day golf operations at the Trails course, part of the 36-hole operation at The Woodlands Country Club. The position oversees the golf professional team, outside services, tournaments, merchandising, instruction, and golf programming while delivering an exceptional experience for members and guests. The Head Golf Professional is a visible, approachable leader who builds relationships with members, develops employees, encourages participation in golf programs, and upholds the service standards of a premier private club. Success is measured by member satisfaction, golf participation, tournament execution, employee development and retention, merchandising performance, financial results, operational consistency, and the quality of the golf experience.

Requirements

PGA Membership.
Previous experience as a Head Golf Professional, First Assistant, Lead Assistant, or in a similar golf leadership position.
Strong knowledge of tournament operations, golf instruction, merchandising, handicapping, and golf shop operations.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop employees.
Strong interpersonal and member-relations skills.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Financial understanding of budgeting, labor management, inventory, revenue, and expense control.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as Club operations require.

Nice To Haves

Private club experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee daily golf operations and provide an exceptional member and guest experience.
Recruit, train, schedule, coach, and develop Assistant Golf Professionals and golf operations staff.
Maintain a strong presence with members and proactively build relationships throughout the Club.
Manage tee sheet operations, pace of play, starting procedures, and the overall flow of play.
Coordinate and execute member tournaments, leagues, outings, club championships, and special golf events.
Partner with the Director of Golf, General Manager, Golf Course Maintenance, Food & Beverage, and other departments to deliver Club events successfully.
Develop and promote golf instruction, clinics, junior golf, player-development programs, and other opportunities to increase member engagement.
Provide individual and group golf instruction as appropriate.
Oversee golf merchandising, including purchasing, inventory management, displays, special orders, and sales performance.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels while controlling costs and minimizing aged merchandise.
Assist with developing and managing golf department budgets, labor, expenses, and revenue goals.
Monitor golf-related KPIs and identify opportunities to improve financial and operational performance.
Communicate and enforce golf policies and Club standards consistently and professionally.
Handle member questions, concerns, and service recovery promptly and professionally.
Maintain accurate tournament, handicap, scoring, and member golf records.
Ensure golf carts, practice facilities, staging areas, and other golf amenities meet Club standards.
Mentor and develop Assistant Professionals through PGA education, tournament involvement, teaching opportunities, and increased leadership responsibilities.
Represent The Woodlands Country Club and promote a positive, professional culture among employees and members.
Lead by example and maintain a visible presence throughout golf operations.
Foster accountability, teamwork, hospitality, and continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with members, employees, and Club leadership; anticipate member needs and take ownership of improving the member experience.
Work collaboratively with all departments.