Assistant Golf Professional
Stryker Corporation, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Overview
The Bridges Golf & Country Club, located in Montrose, Colorado, is seeking energetic and service oriented candidates to join our team as an Assistant Golf Professional. The Bridges is a semi‑private facility located on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains between Grand Junction, Telluride and close to the High Country of Crested Butte, Aspen and Breckenridge. The club opened in 2005 and the course was designed by the Nicklaus Design Group. We have a robust and growing membership, a diverse tournament schedule and an eager group of golfers that want to learn how to play better and is not afraid to invest in the properly fitted equipment for their game.
This position is expected to support all aspects of the golf operation under the guidance of the Head Professional including, but not limited to daily play management, tournament operations, merchandising, instructional programming, and overall customer service. The ideal candidate is proactive when it comes to delivering the ultimate golf experience for our members, their guests, and the public clients. They are highly self‑motivated and is passionate about the game of golf and growing a career as a PGA member.
Experience Required
High school diploma, preferably some university
Some experience in the golf industry
Level 1 Associate in the PGA
Essential Responsibilities Core Responsibilities
Assist with daily golf operations, including opening and closing procedures
Manage tee sheets, check in players, and inform golfers of the conditions of play for the day
Act as a player assistant to ensure the best experience for the players, monitor pace of play, and ensure compliance by all players to the cart rules for the day
Assist in executing member tournaments, weekly leagues, and outside golf events
Assist with merchandising, inventory control, building displays, and conducting retail promotions
Use the "inform, then enforce" policy to ensure course rules and safety policies are followed
Work with all other departments of the club to ensure an excellent golf experience for our members and guests
Learn to conduct all varieties of instructional programs to all demographic categories
Learn to perform a club fitting and how to tie together the instruction and fitting aspects of improving players' game
Represent the club and themselves in a professional manner both on and off the course
Begin and/or continue the process of becoming a PGA member in the allotted time set forth by the PGA of America
Additional Expectations
Work weekends, holidays, and peak seasonal periods
Maintain a high level of appearance and professionalism
Foster an engaging and welcoming atmosphere consistent with a friendly alpine town environment
Support special events and community engagement opportunities
Benefits
Earn vacation pay and sick time hours
Discounted staff meals while on duty
Clothing allowance
Club support for PGA of America dues and continuing education
Typically, 40-50 hour work week
Playing and practice privileges at the club
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This position is expected to support all aspects of the golf operation under the guidance of the Head Professional including, but not limited to daily play management, tournament operations, merchandising, instructional programming, and overall customer service. The ideal candidate is proactive when it comes to delivering the ultimate golf experience for our members, their guests, and the public clients. They are highly self‑motivated and is passionate about the game of golf and growing a career as a PGA member.
Experience Required
High school diploma, preferably some university
Some experience in the golf industry
Level 1 Associate in the PGA
Essential Responsibilities Core Responsibilities
Assist with daily golf operations, including opening and closing procedures
Manage tee sheets, check in players, and inform golfers of the conditions of play for the day
Act as a player assistant to ensure the best experience for the players, monitor pace of play, and ensure compliance by all players to the cart rules for the day
Assist in executing member tournaments, weekly leagues, and outside golf events
Assist with merchandising, inventory control, building displays, and conducting retail promotions
Use the "inform, then enforce" policy to ensure course rules and safety policies are followed
Work with all other departments of the club to ensure an excellent golf experience for our members and guests
Learn to conduct all varieties of instructional programs to all demographic categories
Learn to perform a club fitting and how to tie together the instruction and fitting aspects of improving players' game
Represent the club and themselves in a professional manner both on and off the course
Begin and/or continue the process of becoming a PGA member in the allotted time set forth by the PGA of America
Additional Expectations
Work weekends, holidays, and peak seasonal periods
Maintain a high level of appearance and professionalism
Foster an engaging and welcoming atmosphere consistent with a friendly alpine town environment
Support special events and community engagement opportunities
Benefits
Earn vacation pay and sick time hours
Discounted staff meals while on duty
Clothing allowance
Club support for PGA of America dues and continuing education
Typically, 40-50 hour work week
Playing and practice privileges at the club
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