Head Golf Professional

Overview

The Head Golf Professional oversees the golf operations for a 36-hole facility, including member relations, tournament management, tee sheet management, retail operations, outside services, lesson programming, golf shop staffing, departmental financial and human resource management and serves as the face of the Club.

BlackHorse Golf Club is often referred to as one of the best public courses in Houston. In its current state, BlackHorse delivers a country club feel to a semi-private facility. As the membership continues to grow, an enhanced focus is being directed toward better serving the membership and creating a club to call home.

If you are looking for a comfortable place to grow in your career, look no further than this position. Our team is knowledgeable, vibrant and driven. With many members on our team serving the club for over 12 years, there is a great sense of pride everyone takes in doing the right thing by our club, members and guests every day.

The successful candidate will be proactive in engaging with the Membership, have excellent communication skills, take initiative especially regarding programming and be visible in the daily operation of the Club. One should be motivated and excited to lead a dynamic team on a pathway to success.

Experience Required

Must have served as a Class-A PGA Professional in a Head Golf Professional or Assistant Golf Professional role for 3 years

Qualifications

• Passion for the game of golf
• Customer Service Excellence
• Leadership and Team Building
• Golf Coaching and Teaching
• Effective Communication Skills
• Observant and Proactive
• Financial Management Skills
• Business Development
• Operation Management

Essential Responsibilities

• Training of all Assistant Professionals, golf staff, outside services to meet and exceed our members expectations
• Works closely with Event Sales Manager and F&B Director to execute member events and outside tournaments
• Monitors tee sheets daily for accuracy and maximizes tee sheet opportunity
• Works with Membership Director to generate leads, engage prospects and retain Members
• Plays golf with members of all skill levels
• Meets with General Manager weekly to review budgets and adjust when necessary
• Through quality golf programming help build a strong sense of community with our membership
• Be highly proactive and observant leading staff
• Be highly visible and proactive with our membership
• Interprets and enforces club policies, rules, and regulations
• Works with Regional Merchandiser for ordering and receiving of all merchandise in the golf shop, including all special orders
• Ensure Pro Shop is clean, well-stocked and inviting
• Plan annual schedule of both competitive and social golf events for Members

Additional Benefits

• 401K plan available
• Health insurance available
• Discounted F&B for self and family
• Staff Program with club manufacturer
• BlackHorse golf apparel