Saratoga Country Club is located on approximately 100 acres in the secluded foothills of Saratoga and offers scenic views of Santa Clara Valley. Saratoga Country Club was formed in April 1958 and first opened for play June 6, 1962. The Club offers a complete recreation facility for the entire family, including golf, tennis, swimming, fine dining and more. Our 9-Hole private golf course was redesigned by Carter Morrish and features narrow fairways lined by mature trees and challenging green complexes that test all levels of players.
Saratoga Country Club is seeking a motivated individual to assist in the daily management of the golf operation, busy tournament calendar, and significant teaching/clinic schedule. Appropriate training will be provided for all areas where necessary. The Assistant Professional will assist the Head Golf Professional in all aspects of the golf operation including but not limited to:
Assistant Professional Specific Responsibilities
Assist with golfer check-in and fee collection; control and manage play
Assist with all opening and closing procedures
Assist in managing facility tournament operations including three weekly events
Enthusiastically remain current on latest golf equipment, apparel, and supplies and assist with Member special orders
Conduct individual lessons and group clinics under the Director of Instruction
Assist in Player Development programs under the Director of Instruction
Assist with management of outside service staff to ensure the quality of service is achieved
Assist in managing golf car operations, practice facility, and other services
Provide club repair and club fitting services to members (training provided if needed)
Assist the Handicap Committee Chair with maintaining the club's USGA Handicap System
Assist in the inventory control of hard goods, soft goods, and special orders including ordering procedures, receiving procedures, inputting into point of sale, pricing procedures, display, and sales
Play golf with a variety of members in competitive and non-competitive situations
Assist in planning and budgeting for the golf operations
Conduct oneself in a professional manner and maintain a professional image at all times
Assist with the administration of applicable staff via recordkeeping, work schedules, etc. in accordance with facility human resource policies
Experience Required
College degree preferred
Strong computer literacy a must, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficient in other applications, i.e., Email, Internet. Will be trained in tournament software if needed
Fundamental knowledge of the game of golf, rules of golf, golf facility operations and golf tournaments
Actively pursuing PGA membership in a timely manner by beginning or continuing the PGA Professional Golf Management (PGA PGM) program
Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills
Service and customer focused attitude
Maintain and promote a positive professional image within the community
