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Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202500376S
Title
Specialist III - Golf Shop Operations Specialist
FLSA status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional
Department
Bearkat Course
Division
Division of Finance and Operations
Open Date
11/26/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Associates degree. Three years related experience or experience in a golf operation. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. PGA Associate preferred.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Assist the Golf Professional/Golf Shop Operations Manager in the daily operations of The Bearkat Course. The position will promote an exceptional golf experience and provide excellent services and programs to all patrons.
Primary Responsibilities
Oversees the comprehensive golf operation with professionalism and proficiency in the absence of the Golf Professional/Golf Shop Operations Manager. Delivers exceptional customer service, expert guidance, and aid to all patrons. Plans and maintains play, ensuring smooth guest check-in and fee collection through coordination with the starter/marshall. Takes part in overseeing the practice facility. Supervises, schedules, and trains golf shop personnel as directed by the Golf Professional/Golf Shop Operations Manager. Assists in activities related to purchasing, receiving, displaying, inventorying, controlling, promoting, and selling merchandise. Keeps abreast of and promotes all golf course activities, programs, and services. Supports the management of the handicap program and golf club rentals. Contributes to marketing and promoting new memberships and play. Assists in the daily revenue reporting of the golf course. Assists with the coordination of tournaments and outings. Contributes and assists in the creation of newsletters, informational materials, and promotional content, including social media updates. Maintains a consistently professional demeanor and appearance. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45612
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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