What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Professional – Instruction Focused position at Shanty Creek Ski and Golf Resort LLC?
Overview
Housing Options Available!
Golf Professional – Instruction Focused
Location: Schuss Golf Course | Shanty Creek ResortsEmployment Type: Seasonal, Hourly (25–30 hours per week minimum)
Seasonal Housing: Available!
About Shanty Creek Resorts
Shanty Creek Resorts is committed to providing our guests a unique Up North experience. Our friendly, caring staff delivers exceptional service and old-fashioned hospitality. We believe honest, long-lasting relationships with our guests, employees, neighbors, and the surrounding environment allow us to grow our business and strengthen our resort community.Position Overview
Shanty Creek Resorts is seeking an experienced, instruction-focused Golf Professional to join our team at Schuss Golf Course. This role is ideal for a passionate golf instructor who enjoys teaching players of all skill levels while also helping shape engaging programs and events.The primary emphasis of this position is teaching and player development through private lessons, group instruction, and clinics. In addition, this role offers the opportunity to lead and organize instructional clinics, tournament-style play programs, member outings, and special golf events that enhance guest engagement and participation.
This is a hands-on, guest-facing role that blends instruction, program leadership, and collaboration with golf leadership to grow the game and elevate the Schuss golf experience.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Player Development
- Provide high-quality private and group golf instruction for players of all ages and skill levels
- Design and deliver engaging lessons focused on fundamentals, swing mechanics, short game, and course management
- Create a welcoming, supportive learning environment that builds player confidence and enjoyment
Clinics, Programs & Events
- Lead instructional clinics and workshops, including setting agendas, lesson structure, and learning objectives
- Develop and organize course tournament play programs, instructional leagues, and skills-based events
- Support and help coordinate member outings, tournaments, and special golf events
- Create programs that encourage player development, repeat participation, and guest retention
Course Knowledge & Collaboration
- Maintain strong knowledge of course layout and playing conditions to support effective instruction
- Collaborate with golf leadership to promote instructional offerings and program participation
- Serve as a professional ambassador for Schuss Golf Course and Shanty Creek Resorts
Minimum Qualifications
- PGA Certified Professional
- Demonstrated experience providing golf instruction to individuals and groups
- Strong understanding of swing mechanics, fundamentals, and player development
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading instructional clinics or structured teaching programs
- Experience creating or supporting golf tournaments, leagues, or member events
- Knowledge of golf course operations and playing conditions
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong teaching, coaching, and program leadership abilities
- Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage lesson schedules, clinics, and events
- Passion for instruction, learning, and growing the game of golf
Why Join Shanty Creek Resorts
- Teach and lead programs in a beautiful Northern Michigan resort setting
- Work with a supportive golf leadership team
- Opportunity to build, shape, and expand instructional and tournament programs
- Competitive hourly position with consistent weekly hours
- Seasonal housing may be available
Benefits
Resort Perks include: Lodging and Food and Beverage discounts for employee and immediate family members. Free golf for employee and immediate family members. Friends and family discounts for family members and many more resort perks!