Assistant Golf Professional

Nestled among the towering pines and oak forests in the rolling hills of east central Mississippi is one of the southeast’s most acclaimed golf clubs - Dancing Rabbit Golf Club at Pearl River Resort.

Within this lush environment are two award-winning, par-72 courses, the Azaleas and the Oaks. Combined, the courses encompass more than 700 acres over five miles of meandering spring-fed streams - an exquisite setting that accentuates the beauty of the courses while adding to the difficulty of play. Each course covers 7,000 yards from the championship tees and offers five different sets of tees to accommodate every level of play.

Both courses were created by acclaimed golf course designer Tom Fazio and PGA great Jerry Pate. The Oaks Course features Zoysia Fairways and Champion Ultra dwarf greens, while the Azaleas Course features Bermuda Fairways and Tif Eagle Ultra dwarf greens. Most importantly, both courses have managed to preserve the character and grandeur of the great Southern woodlands from which they were masterfully carved.

SUMMARY:
Pearl River Resort Associates are required, on a continual basis to…
Adhere to any and all company and departmental policies, practices and procedures.
Contribute to a safe work environment, through compliance with established safety guidelines, identifying potential
safety hazards, and reporting same to the appropriate person for proper resolution.
Maintain a professional departmental, company and community reputation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies and procedures.
• Formulate, implement, and evaluate professional policies and procedures for the golf operation to ensure the highest level of guest service.
• Ensure proper staffing for various times of the year.
• Train all golf operations staff members to the highest professional standards.
• Implement a perpetual training program to ensure the highest level of guest service and attention to detail.
• Motivate all facility staff members with emphasis on the golf operations to provide the highest level of energy, enthusiasm, and guest service.
• Provide genuine and professional golf instruction in the fine tradition of the PGA of America.
• Assist in preparing the golf operations budget.
• Oversee golf operations and outside operations in a managerial role to the highest professional standards.
• Motivate and monitor golf operations staff to ensure adherence to the set policies and procedures.
• Help develop merchandise sales goals; also providing quality merchandise, assuring adequate inventories, and presenting merchandise in the finest manner for our guests.
• Access and work with systems for redemption of offers and promotions issued by the gaming properties.
• Assist in inventory of all merchandise conducted on the last day of the month, as well as perpetual inventory to be conducted periodically.
• Assist in formulating the golf operations to be fiscally responsible, productive, and providing the utmost in
  personalized guest service and adhering to the highest professional standards.
• Assist in maintaining the line of communication and cooperation between other resort groups, attractions,
  and departments to further the success of the Resort.
• Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality.
• Leads by setting a positive example to all associates.
• Responsible for maintaining a consistent, regular attendance record.
  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals
  assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AGE and GAMING:
21 years of age or above. Non-gaming property. Due to responsibility of accessing and working with systems
for redemption of offers and promotions, must be able to obtain and maintain a gaming license issued by the Choctaw Gaming Commission.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or GED is required. A minimum two (2) years of golf operations experience is preferred.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a valid Driver’s License and good driving record – one or less moving violation within a 12 month period. Must be able to teach golf lessons, golf clinics and Forecaddie classes. Must possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money.

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential responsibilities include physical ability such as lift or maneuver at least forty (40) pounds, and stand/walk 100% of the shift. Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, reach, twist, and grip throughout shift.

Able to work in extreme temperatures and changing weather conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment will range from heat and high humidity to rain and cold temperatures In designated areas, may be subjected to tobacco smoke.

Due to the unpredictable nature of the hospitality/entertainment industry, Associates must be able to work varying-schedules to reflect the business needs of the property.

• Hourly wage: Dependent on qualifications, work weeks are largely based on 40 hours. Possible additional compensation with progression through PGA Professional Golf Management Program.
• Health insurance: Individual health insurance is provided at no cost to the associate only, additional and supplemental coverage is available at a very reasonable cost.
• Meals: One meal is provided at no cost daily.
• PGA assistance: PGA dues paid by DRGC.
• Uniforms: Uniform shirts are provided DRGC.
• (PTO) Paid time off
• 401K with company match

Must apply at: pearlriverresort.com