Assistant Director, Championships & Golf Operations

The Utah Golf Association (UGA) is the governing body of amateur golf in the state of Utah. The UGA conducts a full schedule, covering most of the calendar year. Included in the UGA schedule are 20 amateur competitions and qualifying rounds, eight-man team leagues throughout the state, interstate competitions and team and individual participation in regional and national competitions. The UGA is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of twelve men and women who serve for three, three-year terms. The day-to-day operations of the association are currently conducted by a full-time staff of five. The UGA has 41,000 individual members and 120 clubs. The Utah Golf Association headquarters is in Millcreek, Utah.

POSITION: Assistant Director, Championships & Golf Operations
REPORTS TO: Director, Championships & Golf Operations
LOCATION: 4444 South 700 East, Suite 105, Millcreek, Utah 84107
SALARY: This will be a full-time, non-exempt salaried position. The total compensation including salary, overtime pay, and a potential performance bonus will be between $45,000 - $55,000.

We are seeking a highly motivated team player, with a passion for sports with experience to execute programs for our players, volunteers, and facilities. This position will manage various UGA programs under the direct supervision of the Director, Championships & Golf Operations. The scope of work will include tournament management, course rating, marketing initiatives, and other member services as designated. This staff member can expect that 70% of their time during the peak golf summer will be dedicated to UGA championships and qualifiers and 30% to course rating and handicapping assignments.

TO APPLY:

Please send letter of interest, resume, and references via e-mail to:
Easton Folster, Executive Director
Utah Golf Association
Email: easton@uga.org
The Deadline to Apply is September 10, 2024

Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred.
• One or more years of relevant work experience in golf administration preferred.
• Knowledge of the golf industry preferred.
• Experience using HubSpot, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Products preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• Self-directed individual with strong work ethic and enthusiasm.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Reliable transportation is required with a valid driver’s license.
• Experience using all social media platforms, primarily Facebook and Instagram preferred.

Physical Requirements
• Time spent at UGA office will be at a desk, remainder of time will be spent at tournaments, events, seminars, meeting with clubs and members, and other travel as needed.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, customers, and outside agencies by telephone and in person. Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work an extensive schedule during the summer months.

Competitions
Under the direction of the Director, Championships & Golf Operations, the Assistant Director, Championships & Golf Operations will:
• Assist in the management of UGA championships, qualifiers, and USGA Qualifiers, including the opportunity to be the staff in charge at various UGA events.
• Assist with course marking and all aspects of tournament day logistics.
• Manage the interclub league programs.
• Manage all UGA member days.
• Produce both written and digital content for the UGA website and social media platforms.
• Help schedule future championship and qualifier sites.
• Manage the Player Performance Rankings and the selection process for all UGA traveling teams.
• Help recruit new rules officials and ensure their proper training and education.
• Assist in the development and teaching of the UGA’s Rules of Golf Workshops and other continuing education programs.
• Assist in supervising and managing the hiring, training, and daily activities of intern staff.

Course Rating
As assigned by the Director, Championships & Golf Operations and under the supervision of the Director, Member Services, the Assistant Director, Championships & Golf Operations will:
• Assist with the course rating program including course measuring, on-course work, site visits, data entry, and communication and scheduling with clubs and volunteers, including the opportunity to be the staff in charge at various course rating activities.
• Help recruit new course rating officials and ensure their proper training and education.
• Assist in the development and teaching of handicapping seminars and other continuing education programs.

General Job Responsibilities
• Membership - Assist with duties pertaining to membership activation and fulfillment.
• Education & Experience – Attend yearly educational workshops and obtain minimum certification requirements in the rules of golf, course rating and handicapping.
• Customer Service – Help manage the UGA’s email account and assist with answering general phone calls.
• Office Hours & Travel – Maintain work hours as defined by the UGA employee manual. This job requires a reasonable amount of travel throughout Utah.
• Employee Manual – Comply with all other expectations as defined in UGA employee manual.
• General – Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director or department head.

Major health care for employee covered at 100% with 50% premium sharing for spouse and/or
dependents
• Dental insurance covered at 100%
• Life insurance
• 401k with 4% match
• Generous paid time off, mental health days, and holidays
• Work from home opportunities
• Opportunity to work at a regional or national championship upon invitation by the governing body, costs of travel to the championship covered at 100%
• Monthly tech reimbursement
• Clothing Stipend
• Use of company vehicles for business-related travel
• UGA-issued laptop computer
• Company-issued credit card to cover all work-related expenses
• Meals covered while on assignment for the UGA
• Opportunities to attend industry conferences and educational seminars, cost of travel and attendance covered at 100%