What are the responsibilities and job description for the Starter/Ranger position at Troon?
La Paloma Country Club, located in Tucson, AZ is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a part-time Starter/Ranger! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.
Position Overview
The Starter/Rangers play an integral role in creating an exceptional guest experience. These team members guide players to the first tee at their scheduled times, help ensure a smooth pace of play, and provide friendly, knowledgeable service throughout the golf experience. In addition, they will help with the golf cart fleet, supporting the driving range, and upholding the resort’s high standards of service and presentation.
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:
The Starter/Rangers play an integral role in creating an exceptional guest experience. These team members guide players to the first tee at their scheduled times, help ensure a smooth pace of play, and provide friendly, knowledgeable service throughout the golf experience. In addition, they will help with the golf cart fleet, supporting the driving range, and upholding the resort’s high standards of service and presentation.
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:
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Valid driver’s license required (if operating golf carts or range equipment)
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Strong work ethic, dependable, and team-oriented
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Friendly personality with a passion for working with the public
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Organized and able to perform well in a fast-paced environment
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Guest service mindset with strong customer orientation
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Ability to enforce course policies, rules, and etiquette with professionalism
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Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
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Safe and proper use of equipment and tools
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Knowledge of the game of golf preferred, but not required
Key Responsibilities:
- Always maintain a professional and polished appearance
- Greeting members/guests warmly and assist with check-in process
- Provide scorecards, pencils, and course information as needed
- Guide players to the first tee and communicate course policies, conditions, and pace-of-play expectations
- Correspond pace of play to player assistance, to help slower groups, and promote a smooth flow on the course
- Communicate updates to Golf Shop staff regarding pace of play or course activity
- Support golf tournaments and group play coordination
- Deliver exceptional customer service, answer questions, and provide directions or assistance
- Ensure members/guests are following course rules and golf etiquette
- Prepare, stage, clean, and maintain the golf cart fleet
- Keep the cart barn and range area clean, organized, and well-stocked
- Collaborate with Golf Shop and Golf Operations staff to deliver seamless members/guest’s experience
- Communicate guest feedback or complaints to Golf Operations leadership
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors or management
Benefits & Other Compensation:
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:
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Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
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Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
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Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria
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Additional Compensation – Employee Meals
Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.
About Troon:
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45 states and 27 countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.