Golf Course Pro Shop and Operations Supervisor
Job Summary
The Golf Course Pro Shop and Operations Supervisor manages the daily operations of two golf course pro shops, prioritizing exceptional customer experiences, financial performance, and a positive workplace culture. This role involves leading a small team with professionalism and courtesy, overseeing business operations, and upholding high standards for course quality and guest satisfaction in a small business environment.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully with or without reasonable accommodations to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Pro Shop Management: 40%
- Directs the daily operations of both golf course pro shops with professionalism and efficiency.
- Determines scheduling needs, tee sheet coordination, and league/outing administration across both locations.
- Supervises staff, oversees equipment and supplies procurement, and ensures accurate inventory levels for both pro shops.
- Remains informed on current merchandise fashions and trends to maintain appealing product offerings that meet golfer and customer needs.
- Ensures both pro shops are consistently stocked with relevant products.
- Manages ordering, receiving, inventory tracking, and distribution of merchandise across both golf course facilities with precision and efficiency.
- Marketing golf courses through preparing materials and effective distribution.
- Maintains comprehensive knowledge of pro shop systems to ensure seamless operations.
- Proficiently manages the Point of Service (POS) and tee sheet system, golf course website, credit card processing, WSGA handicap system, online purchasing platform, Mailchimp or other email distribution services for effective communication and transaction processing.
- Implements robust accounting procedures to safeguard customer credit card and pro shop financial data, ensuring compliance with audit requirements (e.g., daily revenue, inventories, gift cards).
- Ensures accurate coding and timely submission of invoices to accounts payable.
- Manages daily collection, review, and reporting of revenue with precision, collaborating with the finance department to align the on-site POS system with the county’s financial system.
- Annually recruits and hires approximately 45 part-time staff, primarily repeat seasonal employees, to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Conducts thorough training to ensure both new and returning staff are well-prepared with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their roles.
- Maintains and updates policies and procedures to ensure compliance and consistency across both golf courses, promoting adherence through clear communication and oversight.
- Generates accurate weekly, monthly, and annual reports to support operational oversight and decision-making for both golf courses.
- Prepares regular reports (technical, financial and narrative) for the Director for use with the Natural Resources Committee and County Board as well as other inquiries.
Event and Food and Beverage Administration: 10%
- Efficiently organizes and prepares function sheets for 600 weekly league players at each facility.
- Coordinates ~40 annual golf outings per course, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional customer experiences.
- Partners with the contracted food and beverage vendor manager to fulfill outing and league requests, maintaining an up-to-date event calendar.
- Facilitates daily communication and collaboration between pro shop and food and beverage (concessionaire) staff to ensure seamless coordination and execution of daily events.
Other Duties: 5%
- Performs other duties as assigned, particularly as by the Golf Course Superintendent and Director.
Supervision Exercised
Provides direct oversight and leadership to pro shop managers and staff across both golf courses, ensuring alignment with operational goals and exceptional customer service standards.
Minimum Education Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma required; College or University degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Hospitality, or Recreation Management) preferred.
- Three years of progressively responsible experience in golf course business management, pro shop management or equivalent managerial and supervision experience.
- Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:
PGA professional desirable, but not required.
In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.
- Customer Service Excellence: Deliver exceptional guest experiences, addressing inquiries and resolving complaints with professionalism and courtesy.
- Leadership: Motivate and manage a team, fostering a customer-centric and inclusive work environment. Supervisory experience required.
- Interpersonal Communication: Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with customers, staff, government agencies, non-profits, community groups, committees, and County Board Supervisors.
- Conflict Resolution: Handle customer and team disputes with empathy, diplomacy, and fairness.
- Financial Management: Understand budgeting, revenue tracking, inventory, cost control, purchasing, contracts, and service agreements to support business profitability.
- Operational Coordination: Oversee scheduling, inventory, and facility maintenance for seamless golf course operations.
- Marketing Knowledge: Apply local marketing strategies and event planning to attract and retain customers. Knowledge of graphical software use desirable.
- Compliance Awareness: Maintain knowledge of safety regulations, labor laws, and company policies to ensure adherence and confidentiality.
- Adaptability: Manage flexible hours and prioritize tasks in a dynamic, customer-facing environment with tight timelines and deadlines.
- Emotional Intelligence: Build rapport, understand customer and team needs, and maintain a professional demeanor.
- Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate excellent computer skills, including familiarity with email, internet, fax, and systems such as Club Caddie (POS and tee sheet), golf course website, credit card processing, WSGA handicap system, PayPal, graphical software (e.g. Canva, Adobe) and Mailchimp (or other email distribution / newsletters). PGA Professional desirable but not required.
- Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in operations, reporting, and system management.
- Relationship Building: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups, including the public, interest groups, and non-profit organizations.
- Data Analysis and Problem-Solving: Analyze complex data, evaluate systems, make implementation recommendations, and solve problems efficiently in a collaborative team environment. Analyze data to provide summaries for Director to be used in Committee and County Board reporting.
- Project and Time Management: Manage projects, research data, prioritize tasks, and work independently with minimal supervision.
In evaluating candidates for this position, Ozaukee County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing, walking, and sitting.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment
- Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, sometimes under extreme conditions.
- Loud noise, electrical, chemical and gas and physical hazards.
EOE / ADA Statement
Ozaukee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Ozaukee County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Ozaukee County offers a generous benefits package including: health, dental, life, & vision insurance; free employee health clinic & Teladoc; paid holidays, vacation, & sick time; state of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program; bonus opportunities; employee fitness room; wellness program & wellness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement & continuing education opportunities; and more! Please note some that benefits offered are dependent on full-time/part-time status.
Ozaukee County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, disability, genetics, veteran status or military service, marital status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local laws. Ozaukee County also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws.