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Starter/Ranger at Shark's Tooth and The Third Golf Courses

THE ST JOE COMPANY
Panama, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/1/2026

Job Summary

 

The Golf Course Ranger/Starter is responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operations of the golf course. Under the direction of the Golf Course Manager or Superintendent, this role involves patrolling the course and driving the range, ensuring golfers adhere to the rules and regulations and proper play etiquette, and maintaining the proper pace of play. The Ranger/Starter also serves as a liaison between players, employees, and management, communicates feedback between golfers and staff, and supports overall course operations to provide an excellent experience for all guests.

Primary Responsibilities & Essential Functions

  • Informs players of rules and regulations pertaining to the golf course
  • Warns those players who are not following the rules and reports violations to the appropriate golf course staff 
  • Checks daily play tickets, provides direction and assistance to golfers and ensures the smooth flow of play on the course
  • Drives golf cart and checks for pace of play, rules and regulations
  • Provides timely updates and communication regarding pace of play, status of tee times, course conditions and other pertinent information to the Golf Pro Shop
  • Maintains accurate tee time, customer records, and pace of play records using a computerized tee sheet program
  • Completes accident and incident reports as needed
  • Handles emergency situations and submits documentation to the course supervisor
  • Ensures the cleanliness of the driving range
  • Informs the Golf Professional or Assistant Golf Professional if supplies are low and need to be ordered
  • All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:

Education and Experience

  • Sufficient education and literacy needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs 
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate in basic English preferred 
  • Previous experience in the golf industry preferred 
  • Previous customer experience preferred  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Detail oriented and thorough  
  • Ability to perform consistent work to the highest of standards 
  • Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of guests 
  • Ability to interact with guests in a pleasant friendly way 
  • Ability to drive a golf cart 
  • Basic knowledge of golf operations 
  • Ability to think critically and able to solve conflicts
  • Ability to work as part of a team effectively and efficiently  
  • Ability to multi-task 

 

Physical Demands

  • Ability to spend entire shift on feet and walking (sometimes running) 
  • Bending, reaching, and stooping to retrieve times
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs 

Working Conditions

  • Predominantly outdoors 
  • Exposure to the elements, including but not limited to, sun, wind, rain, and humidity
  • Exposure to extreme heat or cold depending on the season 
  • Walking or driving golf cards on uneven terrain, hills, and course obstacles
  • Exposure to cleaning chemicals (proper PPE provided)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities.  The St. Joe Company/St. Joe Resort Operations reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.

 

 

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