Description

Overview

The Director of Golf Instruction oversees the club's instructional philosophy, provides high-level coaching, and develops programs that increase participation and improve golfers' skills at all levels. This role combines teaching expertise, program management, member engagement, and business development.

Experience Required

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have PGA Class A membership; golf fitness certification i.e. TPI certification.

Essential Responsibilities

Operations

• Proactively secures the appointments through the Bear Lakes Pacesetter app as well as regular communication with Bear Lakes staff members regarding availability and program
• Offers complimentary Membership Experiences of one hour per week by being present on the driving range for complementary support and tips.
• Work with Director of Membership welcoming new Members to instructional programming including one-hour complimentary lesson by the Director of Instruction.
• Must be available to play in Club member events a minimum of three (3) times per month as the

schedule permits including Daily Men's Games and seasonal Ladies Days.

• Participates in Staff Pro-Am Events as the schedule
• Actively custom club fit members, as custom fitting is integral to helping members play their best possible golf.
• Provides golf instruction to members daily; when not instructing, other duties may be assigned and scheduled by the Director of Golf Operations.

Programming

• Prepare an annual instructional calendar prior to season and review thirty days prior to the start of each quarter with the Director of Golf Operations and the Golf Committees for comment and approval.
• Design and implement instructional programs for that complement the club's active tournament
• Provide the membership with a comprehensive instructional program that meets and exceeds the student's needs and expectations. This includes:
• Individual private golf instruction using the latest diagnostic tools
• Adult instructional clinics for all skill levels
• Junior holiday instructional clinics and summer camps for all skill levels in coordination with the professional golf staff
• Develops, implements and manages all golf instruction clinics for members including regular general clinics (frequency determined by Director of Golf and Director of Instruction), seasonal monthly on course clinics, seasonal ladies' monthly clinics, and monthly One Day Golf Academies.

Technology and Marketing

• Manage new technology acquisitions and learn how to use them effectively; educates and trains staff on technical aspects of technical equipment.
• Create training videos and edits/updates content as necessary once per week
• Provide regular social media and marketing materials for the Membership including but not limited to a minimum of 4 monthly videos (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, etc), weekly written tips, and other publications the Director of Golf and Director of Instruction mutually agree on.
• Oversee the Trackman Range program including Membership education/usage as well as be the person of contact with Trackman relating repairs, upgrades, and updates.

Team and Leadership

• Training and developing professionals/associates/interns on staff to provide high-quality instruction in a consistent format including scheduled weekly time to work with professional team.
• Supervision of Bear Lakes Practice Facilities, including but not limited to: Controlling the flow of materials, demo and fitting equipment, and merchandise, managing employee, member and property safety/security at range, Monitoring or implementing legal compliance measures.

Benefits

Bear Lakes Country Club offers a competitive compensation package, including:

• 401(k) plan with generous employer match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• A collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for professional development alongside industry
• Bear Lakes is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free