Overview
Florence Country Club is seeking a passionate, service-minded Assistant Golf Professional to join our team and grow alongside an experienced Director of Golf in a premier private club environment. This position is ideal for a motivated PGA Associate or emerging professional who is eager to develop a comprehensive understanding of the golf industry while making a meaningful impact on the member experience.
This role offers a rare opportunity to gain hands-on exposure across every major area of golf operations, including tournament management, instruction, junior golf development, merchandising, agronomy collaboration, and team leadership. The Assistant Golf Professional will serve as a highly visible ambassador for Florence Country Club, interacting daily with our membership, engaging with the local community, and building professional relationships within the broader golf industry, including the Carolinas PGA Section, CGA, USGA, PGA Tour, and LPGA Tour.
Designed as a development-focused position, this role is structured to prepare the successful candidate for long-term success and advancement within the PGA and private club golf industry.
Essential Responsibilities
Professional Growth & PGA Development
Maintain active PGA of America Membership or Associate status in good standing.
Actively participate in Chapter, Section, and National PGA education opportunities and events.
Commit to continuous improvement of playing ability through regular practice and on-course experience.
Member Experience & Relationship Building
Greet all members and guests within a 15-foot radius in a warm, professional, and welcoming manner.
Create positive, lasting impressions through exceptional service and daily engagement.
Build authentic relationships by regularly playing golf with members and their guests throughout the season.
Golf Operations & Leadership Development
Assist in planning, staging, and executing a dynamic schedule of tournaments and member events.
Serve as Professional of Duty, supporting daily operations and leading the Outside Services team.
Manage the First Tee experience, tee sheet accuracy, and pace-of-play initiatives when assigned as Starter or Marshal.
Execute daily opening and closing procedures of the Golf Shop.
Support the hiring, training, mentoring, and development of Golf Operations staff in collaboration with the Director of Golf.
Lead by example, serving as a positive role model for all golf staff members.
Contribute to a team-oriented, professional work environment that encourages growth and excellence.
Merchandising & Business Experience
Play an active role in a high-quality merchandise operation, including ordering, receiving, merchandising, and inventory control.
Develop strong product knowledge and confidently assist members and guests with retail needs, guest policies, and club guidelines.
Instruction & Player Development
Provide private instruction and clinics as scheduled.
Assist with the planning, instruction, and continued growth of the Junior Golf Program and related activities alongside the Director of Instruction.
Facilities & Daily Operations
Assist with oversight of the practice facility, cart barn, bag room, and bag drop.
Help maintain all operational and member-facing areas to the highest standards of organization and presentation.
Organize office and golf supplies and place orders as needed.
Professional Representation
Represent Florence Country Club with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm at all times.
Uphold the club's brand standards in all interactions with members, guests, community partners, and industry organizations.
Complete additional duties as assigned by the Director of Golf.
Benefits
100% PGA of America Dues Paid
Instruction income opportunities
Meals while on duty
Playing and practice privileges
Education allowance to support PGA advancement
Health insurance offered through the club
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This role offers a rare opportunity to gain hands-on exposure across every major area of golf operations, including tournament management, instruction, junior golf development, merchandising, agronomy collaboration, and team leadership. The Assistant Golf Professional will serve as a highly visible ambassador for Florence Country Club, interacting daily with our membership, engaging with the local community, and building professional relationships within the broader golf industry, including the Carolinas PGA Section, CGA, USGA, PGA Tour, and LPGA Tour.
Designed as a development-focused position, this role is structured to prepare the successful candidate for long-term success and advancement within the PGA and private club golf industry.
Essential Responsibilities
Professional Growth & PGA Development
Maintain active PGA of America Membership or Associate status in good standing.
Actively participate in Chapter, Section, and National PGA education opportunities and events.
Commit to continuous improvement of playing ability through regular practice and on-course experience.
Member Experience & Relationship Building
Greet all members and guests within a 15-foot radius in a warm, professional, and welcoming manner.
Create positive, lasting impressions through exceptional service and daily engagement.
Build authentic relationships by regularly playing golf with members and their guests throughout the season.
Golf Operations & Leadership Development
Assist in planning, staging, and executing a dynamic schedule of tournaments and member events.
Serve as Professional of Duty, supporting daily operations and leading the Outside Services team.
Manage the First Tee experience, tee sheet accuracy, and pace-of-play initiatives when assigned as Starter or Marshal.
Execute daily opening and closing procedures of the Golf Shop.
Support the hiring, training, mentoring, and development of Golf Operations staff in collaboration with the Director of Golf.
Lead by example, serving as a positive role model for all golf staff members.
Contribute to a team-oriented, professional work environment that encourages growth and excellence.
Merchandising & Business Experience
Play an active role in a high-quality merchandise operation, including ordering, receiving, merchandising, and inventory control.
Develop strong product knowledge and confidently assist members and guests with retail needs, guest policies, and club guidelines.
Instruction & Player Development
Provide private instruction and clinics as scheduled.
Assist with the planning, instruction, and continued growth of the Junior Golf Program and related activities alongside the Director of Instruction.
Facilities & Daily Operations
Assist with oversight of the practice facility, cart barn, bag room, and bag drop.
Help maintain all operational and member-facing areas to the highest standards of organization and presentation.
Organize office and golf supplies and place orders as needed.
Professional Representation
Represent Florence Country Club with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm at all times.
Uphold the club's brand standards in all interactions with members, guests, community partners, and industry organizations.
Complete additional duties as assigned by the Director of Golf.
Benefits
100% PGA of America Dues Paid
Instruction income opportunities
Meals while on duty
Playing and practice privileges
Education allowance to support PGA advancement
Health insurance offered through the club
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