Lifestyle Director

BallenIsles Country Club • Bradenton, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Calusa Country Club, located in Bradenton, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Lifestyle Director! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused community. As part of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management. Nestled in a beautiful, resort-style setting, Calusa Country Club is located in Lakewood Ranch. The property features meticulously maintained grounds, championship-caliber 30 holes of golf, Pro Shop, Clubhouse, Wellness Center, and multiple food and beverage outlet amenities under development, and a vibrant atmosphere that reflects pride, professionalism, and hospitality. The community is under development and includes single family homes, townhouses, villas and condominiums. The Lifestyle Director provides direction and focuses on all activity components of the community designed to enrich the quality of life and enhance the vibrancy of the community for all residents. The Lifestyle Director is responsible for assisting with a wide array of special events, workshops, classes, communications, and connecting residents throughout the community. The ideal candidate will have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate will be extremely well prepared and have the ability to actively multi-task in many different areas. A degree & experience in recreation, hospitality, sales or communication field is preferred or experience in planning charitable events or company social calendars.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in coordinating and promoting recreational activities and programs, volunteer programs, and/or fund-raising events.
• General knowledge of skills defined within content of job description along with the body of information required with respect to computer systems and software, registration processes, policies and procedures, equipment, materials and products, etc.
• Public Speaking skills are important to the effectiveness of this position.
• Must be able to organize, participate, and direct in-community event set-ups.
• Will be accountable for individual performance, the work of others, equipment, supplies, product quality, and safety.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in recreation, hospitality, sales or communication field is preferred and/or practical experience in planning charitable events or company social calendars.
• Prior experience with private club residential community is a plus.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills, problem solving abilities, and advanced communication skills are a plus.
• Should possess a high level of energy, social skills, initiative, enthusiasm, and cooperation, as well as exercise good judgment and discretion.
• The ideal candidate will be outgoing and welcoming.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement programs, classes, and special community-wide events that promote a healthy, active lifestyle.
• Develop and manage Activities budget providing recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team.
• Act as main point of contact for all member social events including creating all event orders, event marketing, invitations, menu selection, RSVPs, billing coordination, and onsite representative to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality programs.
• Coordinate and develop an effective volunteer program by networking with community organizations, businesses, schools, and individuals within the greater community.
• Host seminars and events, including specialists to build and encourage resident wellness and awareness in areas such as health, finance, history, social media, etc.
• Create and distribute all regular resident member correspondence including but not limited to monthly member newsletter, club announcements, seasonal procedural announcements, club flyers, signage, and calendars, promotions, events, etc.
• Act as primary owner for all member website and social media duties; responsibilities include update and creation of online content, distribution of communication, tracking member activity, and collecting member feedback.
• Maintain electronic membership database and hard files.
• Track resident participation numbers to measure activity success and develop communitywide metrics.
• Welcome new residents to the community and perform new resident member orientation.
• Assist the sales team with prospects, sharing the energy of all the community activities.
• Ability to work on nights, weekends, and holidays required.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree