What are the responsibilities and job description for the First Assistant Golf Professional position at Golf Business Network?
Hempstead Golf & Country Club is a member-owned private club located in the town of Hempstead on Long Island. The club was established in 1921 and designed by Peter Lee’s and A.W. Tillinghast. Hempstead is a very active family club with a full membership and a lengthy waiting list. The club has a robust golf operation with over 22,000 rounds annually and tremendous participation in all golf-related events and activities.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated and energetic team player. Someone with a warm and outgoing personality will excel in Hempstead’s culture. A great candidate will be someone who loves being a student of the game and profession. He or she will be a member of a strong team working for a supportive membership.
The position holds a tremendous opportunity for career growth as he or she will be exposed to all facets of the golf operation. Individual and group instruction will be highly encouraged. There is a strong market for player development, and a motivated candidate will have a large clientele of students. Professionals will have access to a Trackman unit and the opportunity to teach indoors on the property during the winter months.
Essential Responsibilities
• Instruction: Private Lessons, Clinics, Junior Golf & Program Development
• Golf Shop Operations: 12-18 hours weekly
• Tournament Operations: Golf Genius experience or willingness to learn.
• Management: Assist in managing outside operations employees and monitoring golf course
• Playing Golf: Encouraged to play with the membership and tournaments.
Benefits & Compensation
• Meals on Duty
• Staff Clothing Allowance
• Holiday Bonus
• Health, Dental & 401K Plans Available
• PGA & GBN Dues Paid
• Professional Expense Allowance
• 100% of Instruction Income, Junior Golf, & Club Repair Income
Compensation is commensurate with experience and will range from $850 - $1,300 weekly, depending on qualifications and expertise. Length of season can range from 6 to 12 months, depending on the candidate’s needs. Both income and parameters of weeks worked annually will be an open dialogue in the hiring process. An engaging individual who is a good instructor can make well over 100K in total income.
Salary : $85,000 - $120,000