1

Usga Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Test Engineer

Pinehurst, NC · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

The USGA's headquarters are located in Liberty Corner, NJ, with a recently opened campus in Pinehurst, NC.For more, visit usga.org. About this role: The Test Engineer is responsible for supporting ...

$20/hr

The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game's best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S.

$20/hr

The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game's best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S.

Test Engineer

Pinehurst, NC · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

What the USGA brings: * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees * Retirement plans, with a generous annual ...

Financial Analyst

Liberty Corner, NJ · Hybrid

$75K - $85K/yr

What the USGA brings: * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees * Retirement plans, with a generous annual ...

$20/hr

The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game's best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S.

The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game's best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S.

New

$18/hr

The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game's best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S.

next page

Showing results 1-20

Usga information

See salary details

$9

$18

$29

How much do usga jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for usga in the United States is $18.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a USGA?

USGA stands for the United States Golf Association, which is the governing body for golf in the United States and Mexico. The USGA is responsible for writing and interpreting the rules of golf, conducting national championships such as the U.S. Open, and promoting the overall health and growth of the game. They also work on golf course sustainability, provide handicapping services, and support research to improve the sport. Their work ensures fair play and consistency across all levels of golf in the country.

What are some common challenges faced by USGA agronomists when preparing golf courses for major championships?

USGA agronomists often encounter challenges such as managing turfgrass health under increased foot traffic, ensuring optimal playing conditions despite unpredictable weather, and coordinating with grounds crews to maintain course consistency. They must also balance the needs of tournament play with long-term sustainability of the course. Collaboration with superintendents, event organizers, and volunteers is essential to address these challenges and deliver a top-quality championship experience.

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

To thrive as a USGA agronomist, you need a strong background in turfgrass science, soil management, and plant pathology, typically supported by a degree in agronomy or a related field. Familiarity with golf course management software, GPS mapping, and environmental monitoring systems is commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and a collaborative mindset are essential soft skills for working with superintendents and stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for optimizing course conditions, promoting sustainability, and ensuring a superior playing experience.

What is the difference between Usga vs Golf Course Superintendent?

AspectUsgaGolf Course Superintendent
Primary RoleDesigning and maintaining golf course standards, especially related to equipment and course conditionsManaging daily course operations, turf management, staff, and maintenance
Required CertificationsTypically none specific; knowledge of golf course standards and equipmentSuperintendent certification often preferred or required
Work EnvironmentOffice, design labs, and golf coursesGolf course grounds, maintenance facilities
Industry UsageGolf industry, equipment manufacturing, course designGolf course management, turf management

The Usga focuses on golf course standards, design, and equipment, while a Golf Course Superintendent manages daily operations and turf maintenance. Both roles are essential in the golf industry but serve different functions related to course quality and management.

What skills are needed for USGA jobs?

USGA jobs typically require strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills. Depending on the role, technical knowledge of golf operations, event management, or groundskeeping may be necessary, along with physical stamina and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
More about Usga jobs

What cities are hiring for Usga jobs?

Cities with the most Usga job openings:

What states have the most Usga jobs?

States with the most job openings for Usga jobs include:

Infographic showing various Usga job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 3% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 4% Temporary. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $39,218 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

USGA Golf Museum Special Collections Intern

Liberty Corner, NJ

usga
Construction • 51 - 200 employees

$20/hr

Internship

Posted 13 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist with archival collections processing, including arrangement, description, and cataloging in the collections management system.

  • Support digitization of archival materials and ensure proper metadata cataloging.

  • Help with research requests, onsite research visits, and organization of assets for museum exhibitions and projects.


Job description

About this role:

The USGA Golf Museum and Library seeks a recent graduate or currently enrolled student in Library Science or Archival Studies for a paid internship in the nation’s oldest sports museum. Founded in 1936, the USGA Golf Museum is the world’s leading institution for the collection, preservation, interpretation and dissemination of golf history. Since 1936, the Museum has connected golfers, sports fans and scholars with remarkable artifacts, documents, images and stories that chronicle golf’s rich history.

The USGA Special Collections contain over 500,000 catalogued items including championship and personal archives, institutional records, rare books, club histories, yardage guides, comic books, fiction, poetry, historic and contemporary periodicals, instruction, biographies, newspapers, sheet music, comic books, cookbooks, programs, tour guides, directories, reference material, green section material, golf course care and maintenance, historic dealer and manufacturer catalogs for clothing, gear, and equipment, and more documenting the history of the game and all of its aspects in more than 10 languages and from around the world. Original material dates from 1566 with the Scottish Acts of Parliament to the present day. Items are used for both exhibits and research to inform content and create scholarship on the history and future of the game.

The USGA Golf Museum Special Collections Intern will assist with numerous projects supporting the Special Collections. S/he will gain valuable experience in several areas of library operations including hands-on work with historic materials, describing and cataloging material in a digital repository, digitization of archival material, research, and other tasks within the USGA Special Collections. This internship is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience archiving, preserving and making available to the public materials on the history of golf.

What you’ll do:

Collections Processing and Cataloging

  • Support all aspects of archival collections processing including arrangement, description and cataloging materials in the Museum’s collections management system, TMS Collections
  • Develop familiarity with the TMS Record Style Guide to standardize existing TMS records for Library and Special Collections records
  • Support the Library and Special Collections digitization program by digitizing archival material and ensuring proper metadata cataloging in TMS Collections and TMS Media Studio
  • Additional collections processing projects as directed

Collections Management

  • Ensure proper housing of archival materials
  • Support movement and reshelving of materials across all collections storage locations
  • Additional collections management projects as directed

Research and Engagement

  • Assist with research requests and onsite research visits
  • Support the preparation and organization of assets for Museum exhibitions and projects to promote the collections 
  • Additional research projects as directed  

Where you’ll be:

This role will be based at our Liberty Corner, NJ campus, working approximately 20 hours per week, ideally with 3 days per week on-site, between Monday - Friday.  An academic semester is requested though opportunity exists for a 12-month internship.

What you bring:

  • Currently enrolled or recent graduate of a graduate level program in Library Science
  • Basic knowledge of digital asset management systems
  • Basic knowledge of metadata, library standards and resources, and a desire to assist in preservation and access of library material
  • Ability to lift and move library materials up to 25 pounds
  • Basic knowledge of best practices in handling sensitive and historic materials
  • Passion and enthusiasm for history and the care of historic materials
  • Appreciation and interest in sports heritage and/or the game of golf

Compensation: The rate of pay is $20 per hour, plus overtime in accordance with applicable New Jersey law.Â