Golf Instructor - Head Coach

Position Summary Howard County Department of Recreation & Parks is hiring staff for youth and adult golf lessons and summer camps, located at Timbers of Troy Golf Course. We are currently seeking a head coach for spring/summer classes and summer camps. Spring classes will run weekday afternoons/early evenings and weekends starting in mid-April. Summer classes will run weekday afternoons/early evenings and weekends starting at the end of June. Summer camps will run Monday-Wednesday mornings starting in mid-June through July. Compensation and Eligibility Salary ranges from $16 to $32 per hour depending on experience and certifications. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. For additional information call Devon Standard at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Duties and Responsibilities Teach, organize, and supervise participants in the teaching of golf skills. Prepare site every day to ensure safety. Keep attendance records and necessary paperwork onsite. Notify students of canceled classes. Arrange for make‑ups due to cancellations. Provide drills for players to practice on their own between sessions. Maintain contact with HCRP staff to update class lists and/or verify late registrants. Maintain friendly, positive communication with participants and parents. Ensure safety and general welfare of the program and participants. Submit accident and incident reports to the program supervisor promptly. Appraise player skill levels at the end of each session. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the program supervisor. Minimum Required Education and Experience Candidates must be reliable, mature, courteous, professional, have knowledge or experience playing or instructing golf, possess good communication skills, and be comfortable working with children and adults with flexible work hours. Special Qualifications and Skills Proficient in explaining and demonstrating golf skills; knowledge of basic and game‑like drills. Capable of giving constructive feedback to correct swing errors and flaws. Able to develop a teaching plan and motivate players to improve their golf skills. Knowledge of current rules of golf and ability to interpret them. Community CPR, American Sport Education Program (ASEP), and Concussion certificates. Equal Opportunity Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Howard County Government