Join a team of proud, passionate, and caring people that together share their diverse talents and backgrounds to serve our members and grow the game of golf.

• This position is responsible for utilizing expertise in the principles of player engagement, coaching, and programming to - 1) consult and advise PGA Professionals on value creation for themselves and their employers;
• 2) deliver player engagement products to execute against those principles; 3) provide coach and athlete development training based on the American Development Model for Golf;

4) and collaborate at a high level with PGA Sections, field teams, and stakeholders.

Success is measured by - 1) reporting of value created for PGA Coaches; 2) participation and growth in the department’s products;

3) participation and growth in the department’s coach training; 4) Section ED and fellow field staff feedback on collaboration and communication.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Specific areas of responsibility include but are not limited to) :

Consult with PGA Professionals and facility operators on sport development principles - 1) understanding the consumer; 2) understanding the needs of the business;

3) developing a programming model to maximize consumer engagement and financial health of the facility.

Implement and operate the department’s nationally-branded PGA consumer engagement products, including but not limited to PGA Jr.

League and PGA Family Golf.

Support additional department initiatives and partners, including but not limited to Drive, Chip and Putt, PGA Team Golf, National Collegiate Club Golf Association (NCCGA), PGA Camps, and other programs applicable to driving value for PGA Coaches and facilities.

Consult and advise on the optimal programming model at PGA Coach sites and assist PGA Coach with planning implementation.

Share and disseminate data analytics on performance in applicable regions and Sections.

Build critical path partnerships with all Association stakeholders to PGA members, facilities, allied associations and the like within locally assigned markets.

Build and execute an approved business plan that aligns with the Association’s Long-term Strategic vision for Player Engagement.

Collaborate and serve as a resource in the development of Section based Player Engagement staff.

Help ensure the organization's values-based culture thrives by keeping Leadership aware of the pulse of the workforce; recognizing and discussing any cultural concerns.

INCLUSION :

Employees are expected to contribute to a respectful and inclusive team environment by welcoming and respecting others’ beliefs, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and individuality to help ensure a supportive and engaging experience for Association Members, partners, customers, and guests.

PGA of America respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and thrive.

SHARED VALUES :

Embody the organization's shared values and help ensure the organization's values-based culture thrives by proactively identifying and addressing any shared values challenges and opportunities you are experiencing.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY :

Assist with the development of the annual budget for the Player Engagement department.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor’s degree ( / in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Seven years of golf industry experience and / or program management.

Knowledge of PGA Jr. League, PGA of America and the Golf Industry is required.

PGA Member preferred

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES :

Must have skills in public speaking and presentations; skills in the development of effective mass communication . Must have the ability to make presentations, present information, and respond to questions representing the Association.

Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with PGA Sections, Section Business Operations (SBO) Department, and field teams in their territory.

Knowledge of Google Workspace.

Ability to travel up to 35%.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

PGA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In addition, to ensure full equality of opportunity in all operations and activities of the organization, every staff member employed by the PGA shall be selected under fair employment procedures that provide equal employment opportunities to all people. DFWP.

Last updated : 2024-04-23