The Director of Golf: Programing provides leadership and implementation to member/nonmember lessons, junior and summer camp programing, The First Tee Life Skills Experience and community golf outreach.
Areas of Responsibility:
Priorities:
- Plan, advertise, implement, and grow member and non-member lessons.
- Plan, advertise, implement and grow junior golf, The First Tee, and the summer camp.
- Staff the Proshop in coordination with the Director of Golf: Membership.
Coaching
- Must become proficient in the TARGET program and the delivery of PLAYer, Par, Birdie and Eagle, Ace levels through The First Tee Coach Program
- Develop programs and implement The First Tee Life Skills Education as outlined in The First Tee guidelines.
- Coach The First Tee Life Skills Experience and administer The First Tee Certification process
- Plan and direct summer and holiday camps, Junior Tournaments, and Family programming as well as any special events.
- Provide a safe environment for all participants and families.
- Conduct “On-Course” orientations for participants.
Program Scheduling
- Coordinate registration, schedules, transportation and lesson plans for clinics, trainings, and programs with other youth services organizations and schools.
- Drive additional private/small group lessons for members, participants and family members.
- Create and implement off-season and supplemental programs.
- Satisfy equipment needs for the programs.
- Maintain the quality of equipment and all instructional areas.
- Assist in the development/selection of training aids and materials.
Management/ Administration
- Track participants’ information and progress through The First Tee online participant database; maintain accurate records and submit quarterly.
- Develop retention and progression plan to move participants through the certification levels.
- Develop, advertise, schedule and implement summer golf and camp program.
- Develop, implement, and update program policies and procedures.
- Assist in developing and adhering to the Program & Operating budget.
- Report program metrics, operations data, and pertinent program data to the District Vice President
- Provide recognition and awards for participants.
Volunteers
- Develop a volunteer management system to ensure sufficient adult mentors and quality. Programming; including recruitment, training, recognition, and retention plans.
- Develop written roles and responsibilities for volunteer positions.
- Involve volunteers and golf professionals in the delivery of programs.
- Recruit and train program staff to assist with and lead classes.
Parents
- Lead parent orientation programs.
- Communicate with parents/participants through website, email, and mail.
- Provide opportunities to engage parents in their children’s learning and volunteer opportunities.
- Provide opportunities for participant family members to learn the game of golf.
Community/ Network Outreach
- Represent the Y of South Hampton Roads to the community and aid in fundraising, marketing, public relations and communication efforts.
- Communicate with and submit documentation as required to The First Tee Home Office.
- Network with local PGA/LPGA Professionals to promote and communicate programming.
- Network with other Chapter colleagues and exchange best practice ideas.
- Develop transition opportunities for outreach programs including NSP.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employee and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s Degree in the area of sports administration, business management, education, recreation or related field preferred.
Skills/Experience:
- Demonstrate exceptional communication, fiscal management and managerial skills.
- Demonstrate a strong knowledge and skill of the game of golf.
- Knowledge of the standards of conduct and involvement established by the PGA/LPGA.
- The First Tee Level 1 Coach Certified or higher or able to achieve within the first 90 day of employment.
- Proven experience in supervision of staff, financial management, fundraising, and successful development of programs.
- Dynamic personality with understanding of team operations, development and implementation of programs, and strategic planning to produce results of goals.
- Experience in producing earned revenue.
- Charismatic, personable and motivational in working with youth, parents, adult volunteers and in the community.
- CPR/AED and First Aid certified or must receive within 30 days of hire.
Compensation/Benefits:
The YMCA of South Hampton Roads is committed to the development of staff leadership. In addition to a robust benefit program, the YMCA of South Hampton Roads also provides training to secure a promising future for our employees and our association. Excellent benefits package includes competitive pay, generous time off, membership, health benefits and the industry leading 12% retirement plan.
Salary: $35,000.00 - $38,000.00
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jan 4 2018
Active Until:
Feb 4 2018
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit