Assistant Golf Professional

Club/Facility Description:
Prairie Dunes Country Club
Hutchinson, Kansas

·         Established 1937
·         Recently hosted the 2002 US Women’s Open, 2006 US Senior Open & 2014 NCAA Men’s Championship
·         Private Equity Club
·         18 holes
·         19,500 Rounds a year
·         300 Local Members
·         275 National Members
·         Indoor Teaching Facility
·         Four Cottages
·         Indoor and outdoor tennis courts
·         Pool
·         Fitness Facility
·         Dining Facilities
·         Nationally-Recognized Facility
·         Golf Week                  No. 12 in the U.S.
·         Golf Magazine             No. 18 in the U.S.
·         Golf Digest                  No. 27 in the U.S.
·         Golf Magazine             Lists Holes 8 and 10 among the Best 100 Holes in the U.S

Educational Requirements:
·         Bachelor Degree
·         Class A PGA Member or PGA Apprentice in Good Standing
Qualifications:
·         Private Club Experience Preferred but not required
·         Excellent Customer Service Skills
·         High Level Work Ethic

As a member of the Professional Golf Staff, you will assist in delivering an exceptional
golf experience to members and guests and providing a high level of support in all
aspects of the golf operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your
professional PGA career at a year-round, nationally recognized course. This role directly
assists the Head Golf Professional and First Assistant in budget and operational functions
of the Golf Shop.

Member and Guest Services:

• Provide outstanding customer service by engaging with members and guests in a

friendly and professional manner.

• Assist with tee sheet management, starting time, and monitoring pace of play.
• Organize and oversee club events, tournaments, and leagues to ensure a

smooth and enjoyable experience.

• Organize and oversee outside events, including Monday outings, as necessary

Golf Shop Operations:

• Assist in maintaining a well-organized and visually appealing golf shop.
• Support merchandising efforts, including inventory, control, sales, and product

displays.

• Conduct daily financial reconciliations and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Operates the golf shop in the absence of the Head Golf Professional and First Assistant

Golf Professional.

• Assist other professional staff in interpreting policies, rules, and regulations.

Instruction and Player Development:

• Offer private and group lessons to members of all skill levels, using a

personalized approach.

• Support junior golf and ladies’ golf programs to encourage member engagement.
• Promote and implement club initiatives aimed at player and junior player

development.

• It is required that members of the Professional Golf Staff golf with members and guests, as time allows.

Course Operations:                                                       

• Work with the Outside Services Manager to monitor and maintain practice facilities to ensure they meet club standards.
• Supervise and train golf staff, including Assistant Golf Professional II, Bag Room, Staff, and Caddies.
• Enforce Club policies and maintain a welcoming and safe environment.

Administrative Duties:

• Assist with scheduling and managing golf staff to ensure operational coverage, inside and outside.
• Maintain accurate records for tournaments, handicaps, and lessons.
• Work with the Director of Marketing and Communications for club programs and services.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company paid Life Insurance & Short Term Disability
• Additional Vol. Life Insurance available
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity)