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Troon Golf

Director of Golf

Punta Gorda, FL · On-site

$120K/yr

Develop and support programming that drives participation, including leagues, clinics, member events, outings, tournaments, instructional programs, player development, and community-focused golf ...

Troon Golf

2nd Assistant Golf Professional

Reno, NV · On-site

... programming, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced clinics • Assist in developing and executing junior golf programming and player pathways • Utilize modern teaching tools and technology ...

Troon Golf

Head Golf Professional

Naples, FL · On-site

Oversees golf operations including tournaments, rules, tee sheet management, merchandise inventory, range and player service operations, cart fleet, golf programming, and instruction. * Assists in ...

Troon

Director of Golf

Punta Gorda, FL · On-site

$120K/yr

Develop and support programming that drives participation, including leagues, clinics, member events, outings, tournaments, instructional programs, player development, and community-focused golf ...

Troon

2nd Assistant Golf Professional

Reno, NV

$21/hr

... programming, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced clinics • Assist in developing and executing junior golf programming and player pathways • Utilize modern teaching tools and technology ...

San Jose Country Club

Director of Golf

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

This position oversees all golf operations, programming, tournaments, instruction, merchandising, and staff, working collaboratively with the General Manager, Golf & Grounds Committee, Superintendent ...

San Jose Country Club

Director of Golf

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

This position oversees all golf operations, programming, tournaments, instruction, merchandising, and staff, working collaboratively with the General Manager, Golf & Grounds Committee, Superintendent ...

AccorHotel

Assistant Golf Professional

San Diego, CA · On-site

This role assists in overseeing tee sheet management, golf shop operations, retail sales, instructional programming, tournament execution, and service standards while maintaining alignment with the ...

AccorHotel

Assistant Golf Professional

San Diego, CA · On-site

This role assists in overseeing tee sheet management, golf shop operations, retail sales, instructional programming, tournament execution, and service standards while maintaining alignment with the ...

Troon

Head Golf Professional

Naples, FL · On-site

Oversees golf operations including tournaments, rules, tee sheet management, merchandise inventory, range and player service operations, cart fleet, golf programming, and instruction. * Assists in ...

Arcis Golf

Golf Instructor

The Woodlands, TX

Oversee all phases of the golf lesson programming in conjunction with the Director of Instruction and the rest of the Coaching Team * Assist in organizing and staging instructional programs for ...

Troon Golf

Golf Instructor

Florence, KY · On-site

Assists Director of Instruction with activating all World of Golf curriculum and programming. * Develops ongoing training programs. * Incorporates safe work practices in job performance. * Regular ...

Arcis Golf

Golf Instructor

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

Oversee all phases of the golf lesson programming in conjunction with the Director of Instruction and the rest of the Coaching Team * Assist in organizing and staging instructional programs for ...

Troon

Head Golf Professional

Naples, FL · On-site

Oversees golf operations including tournaments, rules, tee sheet management, merchandise inventory, range and player service operations, cart fleet, golf programming, and instruction. * Assists in ...

Urban Golf Performance

Golf Coach

El Segundo, CA · On-site

As a Golf Performance Coach , you will play a key role in delivering personalized golf coaching, assessments, and programming tailored to each client's goals. This position requires professional ...

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How much do golf engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for golf engineering in the United States is $44,778.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,000.00 and $55,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is golf engineering?

Golf engineering is a specialized field that focuses on the design, development, and improvement of golf equipment, course architecture, and related technologies. Professionals in this area apply principles from mechanical, civil, and materials engineering to create better golf clubs, balls, and course layouts. They also work on optimizing performance, safety, and sustainability within the sport. Golf engineers often collaborate with athletes, designers, and manufacturers to innovate and enhance the overall golfing experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a golf engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Golf Engineer, you need a solid background in civil or mechanical engineering, expertise in turf management, and knowledge of environmental regulations, typically supported by an engineering degree. Proficiency in CAD software, GIS mapping systems, and relevant certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or GCSAA certification are commonly required. Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate with stakeholders and address course design or maintenance challenges. These skills ensure that golf courses are designed, constructed, and maintained to high standards of playability, safety, and environmental sustainability.

What are some common challenges faced by golf engineers when designing or maintaining golf courses?

Golf engineers often encounter challenges such as integrating sustainable water management systems, adapting designs to different terrains, and complying with environmental regulations. Balancing the aesthetic appeal of the course with functional aspects—like drainage, turf selection, and player safety—requires close collaboration with architects, agronomists, and construction teams. Additionally, golf engineers must stay updated on the latest technology and materials to improve course performance and maintenance efficiency.

What is the difference between Golf Engineering vs Golf Course Superintendent?

AspectGolf EngineeringGolf Course Superintendent
Primary FocusDesign and development of golf course infrastructure, including drainage, irrigation, and course layoutMaintenance and management of the golf course, ensuring optimal play conditions
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in civil or environmental engineeringHorticulture, turf management certifications, or related experience
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, construction sites, project planningGolf course grounds, maintenance facilities
Industry UsageInvolved during course construction and renovation projectsOngoing course maintenance and operations

Golf Engineering focuses on designing and developing golf course infrastructure, requiring engineering credentials and working mainly in design and construction. In contrast, a Golf Course Superintendent manages daily course maintenance, ensuring quality play conditions. Both roles are essential in the golf industry but differ in scope and responsibilities.

How to get into golf engineering?

Golf engineering involves designing and improving golf equipment, such as clubs and balls, often requiring a background in mechanical or materials engineering. Gaining relevant skills through a degree in engineering, gaining experience with CAD software, and understanding golf equipment standards can help entry into this specialized field.
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Infographic showing various Golf Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,778 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Head Golf Professional

Cottonwood Country Club

Holladay, UT • On-site

$80K - $120K/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Head Golf Professional
Head Golf Professional
Department: Golf Operations
Reports To: General Manager
Supervises: Golf operations employees
Location: Cottonwood Country Club, Holladay, Utah
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About Cottonwood Country Club
Cottonwood Country Club is a private, member-owned club located in Holladay, Utah, just minutes from downtown Salt Lake City. The Club serves approximately 550 member families and offers a nine-hole, par-3 golf course, multiple dining experiences, event and banquet services, tennis, pickleball, fitness, and aquatics.
Our mission is to provide our membership with the highest quality of service and a truly exceptional club experience. We employ individuals who are genuinely enthusiastic about hospitality and approach member service with a positive, professional attitude. Our employees are the cornerstone of the Club, and their commitment to excellence creates an unparalleled experience for our members and guests.
Position Summary
The Head Golf Professional is responsible for leading all aspects of Cottonwood Country Club’s golf operation and creating an engaging, welcoming, and well-organized golf experience for members and guests.
Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Head Golf Professional serves as an integral member of the Club’s senior management team and oversees daily golf operations, member play, tournaments, instructional programming, junior golf, merchandising, handicap administration, golf communications, and golf staff development.
The Head Golf Professional serves as the primary ambassador of the Club’s golf program. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership position requiring consistent interaction with members, regular participation in Club activities, and a genuine enthusiasm for building relationships. The successful candidate will continually look for creative ways to strengthen participation and elevate the overall golf experience.
Leadership Philosophy
The Head Golf Professional is expected to lead through visibility, communication, organization, and genuine member engagement. This individual must build trusted relationships with members while providing clear leadership, professional development, and accountability to the golf staff.
This leader embraces the Club's "One Club, One Team" philosophy by supporting fellow department leaders and recognizing that every interaction contributes to the overall member experience.
Success requires a collaborative relationship with the General Manager, Golf Course Superintendent, fellow department heads, Golf Committee, and the Club’s accounting and administrative teams. The Head Golf Professional must balance golf traditions with fresh ideas and understand that every interaction contributes to member satisfaction, engagement, and retention.
Essential Responsibilities
Golf Programming and Member Engagement
  • Develop, organize, and facilitate weekly Men’s and Ladies’ golf programming.
  • Plan and execute the Club’s annual calendar of golf tournaments, invitationals, social events, clinics, and monthly member events.
  • Lead the Men’s and Women’s Invitational Tournaments and other signature golf events.
  • Develop creative formats and programs that encourage participation among golfers of varying ages, interests, and skill levels.
  • Provide programming for adults, juniors, seniors, beginners, and experienced golfers.
  • Maintain a highly visible, engaging, and approachable presence during member play, leagues, tournaments, and golf-related events.
  • Regularly play golf with members of different ages and skill levels to build relationships, encourage participation, and better understand the member experience.
  • Communicate golf schedules, policies, tournament information, and program updates clearly and professionally.
  • Educate members and guests regarding golf course policies, etiquette, pace of play, and responsible course stewardship.
  • Regularly evaluate participation and member feedback to improve existing programs and introduce new experiences.
  • Build an inclusive golf culture that promotes enjoyment, community, and a strong sense of belonging.
Instruction and Player Development
  • Provide high-quality private and group instruction for members of all ages and skill levels.
  • Develop and facilitate summer junior golf programming for a variety of ages and abilities.
  • Create player-development opportunities that make golf approachable, enjoyable, and engaging.
  • Develop and promote clinics, private lessons, group instruction, and other player-development programs.
  • Maintain current knowledge of teaching methods, technology, equipment, and golf industry trends.
  • Provide professional club-fitting services and equipment recommendations.
  • Establish appropriate annual goals for instructional participation and revenue.
  • Promote instruction and player-development programs through consistent member communication and personal engagement.
Tournament and Daily Golf Operations
  • Oversee daily golf operations and ensure members and guests receive attentive, friendly, and professional service.
  • Coordinate tournament registration, pairings, scoring, rules, awards, and event execution.
  • Maintain the Club’s member handicap system and assist members with handicap-related questions.
  • Ensure golf events are properly planned, staffed, promoted, communicated, and financially managed.
  • Collaborate with other department heads to coordinate food and beverage service, event setup, communications, and other operational needs.
  • Conduct post-event evaluations for major tournaments and events, including participation, member feedback, revenue, expenses, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Maintain accurate operational records, participation information, event results, and golf-related reports.
  • Establish and monitor annual goals for tournament participation, instructional activity, merchandise performance, and overall member engagement.
Marketing and Communications
  • Actively promote golf programs, clinics, tournaments, instruction, merchandise, and special events.
  • Work with the Club’s Membership and Marketing team to develop timely and professional golf communications.
  • Ensure golf information provided through the Club’s website, mobile application, emails, calendars, and other communication channels is accurate and current.
  • Use participation trends, member feedback, and operational results to strengthen future programming and communications.
  • Promote golf as an important social and recreational component of the overall Cottonwood Country Club experience.
Merchandising and Retail Operations
  • Design and manage an annual merchandising program that includes apparel, accessories, golf equipment, and other soft and hard goods.
  • Maintain a merchandise selection that reflects current styles, member preferences, and the Cottonwood Country Club brand.
  • Pursue creative and innovative merchandising opportunities that generate member interest and strengthen retail performance.
  • Develop relationships with vendors and negotiate appropriate pricing, purchasing terms, and delivery schedules.
  • Establish and monitor annual merchandise sales, margin, and inventory-turnover goals.
  • Monitor sales, inventory levels, margins, shrinkage, and merchandise turnover.
  • Conduct accurate inventory counts and provide monthly inventory reporting to the accounting team.
  • Maintain an attractive, organized, and professionally presented retail environment.
Financial Stewardship and Planning
  • Assist with the preparation and management of the annual golf operating budget.
  • Develop accurate revenue and expense forecasts for golf programming, tournaments, instruction, payroll, and merchandise.
  • Monitor departmental financial performance and respond promptly to budget variances.
  • Establish appropriate pricing for tournaments, instructional programs, retail merchandise, and other golf services.
  • Review participation, revenue, expenses, and overall program performance to support informed decisions.
  • Identify and plan for long-term golf-related equipment, technology, facility, and capital needs.
  • Protect Club assets and maintain strong internal controls over inventory, cash handling, billing, purchasing, and financial reporting.
Leadership and Team Development
  • Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate golf employees.
  • Establish clear service standards and hold the golf team accountable for consistently meeting them.
  • Conduct regular departmental meetings to maintain strong communication, consistent procedures, and clear expectations.
  • Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional-development opportunities.
  • Inspire and empower employees while fostering a culture of accountability, professional growth, and shared success.
  • Foster a positive workplace culture built on teamwork, professionalism, respect, integrity, and accountability.
  • Ensure golf employees understand Club policies, member-service expectations, and their individual responsibilities.
  • Manage departmental scheduling and payroll responsibly while maintaining appropriate service levels.
  • Work cooperatively with all Club departments to provide a seamless member and guest experience.
Golf Course Coordination
  • Maintain a strong, collaborative working relationship with the Golf Course Superintendent.
  • Assist in planning the annual golf course maintenance program and golf calendar.
  • Coordinate course closures, maintenance schedules, tournaments, and special events.
  • Communicate course conditions and maintenance activities to members in a timely and professional manner.
  • Support the Superintendent’s efforts to protect playing conditions and encourage proper member stewardship of the course.
Committee and Club Leadership
  • Serve as the staff liaison to the Golf Committee.
  • Work directly with the Golf Committee Chair and General Manager to prepare agendas and guide productive monthly discussions.
  • Provide accurate updates regarding programming, participation, financial performance, course matters, and upcoming events.
  • Follow through promptly on appropriate committee recommendations and action items.
  • Participate actively in management meetings and contribute to broader Club planning and decision-making.
  • Handle confidential member, employee, and Club information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment and uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the General Manager.
Qualifications
  • Active PGA membership, with Class A status attained or actively being pursued.
  • Previous experience in a private club, resort, or comparable golf operation preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience organizing tournaments, leagues, junior golf, instruction, and member programming.
  • Strong teaching and player-development experience.
  • Experience with club fitting, golf equipment, and retail merchandising.
  • Working knowledge of handicap administration, tournament software, point-of-sale systems, and golf-management technology.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Strong financial understanding, including budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, payroll control, and capital planning.
  • Excellent leadership, problem-solving, organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work independently while remaining a collaborative member of the management team.
  • Professional appearance, sound judgment, discretion, and a genuine commitment to hospitality.
  • Ability to appropriately handle confidential Club, member, and employee information.
  • Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the golf calendar and operational needs.
  • Enthusiasm for continued learning and the ability to independently research solutions to complex issues.
Success in This Role
Success will be measured by the Head Golf Professional’s ability to:
  • Deliver a consistently exceptional, welcoming, and professionally managed golf experience.
  • Increase member participation across golf programs, tournaments, instruction, and social events.
  • Build strong and authentic relationships with golfers of all ages and skill levels.
  • Serve as a visible and trusted ambassador of the Club’s golf program.
  • Recruit, train, develop, and retain a professional and service-oriented golf team.
  • Develop creative programming that keeps the Club’s golf experience fresh and engaging.
  • Achieve responsible financial results in instruction, tournaments, merchandising, payroll, and overall golf operations.
  • Maintain accurate inventories, operational records, and financial reporting.
  • Communicate effectively and follow through consistently on commitments.
  • Work collaboratively with the Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Committee, management team, and other Club departments.
  • Positively contribute to overall member satisfaction, engagement, and retention.
  • Represent Cottonwood Country Club with professionalism, integrity, enthusiasm, a

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