Head Golf Professional

Grand Harbor Golf & Beach Club | Vero Beach, Florida Position Overview Grand Harbor Golf & Beach Club, a prestigious 36-hole private club in Vero Beach, Florida, and a proud Distinguished Club of America, is seeking an accomplished PGA of America Professional in good standing to serve as our next Head Golf Professional. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity for a highly motivated golf professional with a minimum of six (6) years of private club experience , an extensive background in tournament administration, and recognized expertise in Golf Genius. The successful candidate will possess an unwavering commitment to excellence, a passion for delivering extraordinary member experiences, and the leadership ability to continually elevate one of Florida’s premier private club golf operations. The Head Golf Professional will serve as a key member of the golf leadership team and work closely with the Director of Golf to execute a best-in-class golf program. This individual will oversee an extensive calendar of member tournaments and events, manage tournament financials and budgets, champion innovation in golf technology and communications, and help ensure every interaction reflects the exceptional standards for which Grand Harbor is known. Minimum Qualifications PGA of America Professional in good standing. Minimum of six (6) years of progressive experience as a Golf Professional, preferably within a private club environment. Extensive experience administering tournaments through Golf Genius , including tournament setup, online registration, pairings, scoring, live scoring, communications, reporting, and event management. Demonstrated success planning and executing member tournaments, leagues, golf associations, and special events. Proficiency with Jonas Club Management Software , Canva , Microsoft Publisher , and the Microsoft Office Suite . Experience managing club websites, mobile applications, and digital member communications. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and member service skills. Primary Responsibilities Tournament & Event Administration Serve as the primary administrator for all golf tournaments and member events. Manage all Golf Genius programming, registration, pairings, scoring, live leaderboards, communications, and reporting. Coordinate and execute an extensive annual calendar of golf events and association play. Prepare tournament budgets and oversee all tournament financials. Administer prize funds, member credit book payouts, trophies, awards, and post-event reconciliation. Coordinate tournament logistics with all appropriate club departments to ensure flawless event execution. Golf Operations Assist the Director of Golf in overseeing the daily golf operation. Assist with merchandising, inventory management, and retail presentation. Oversee golf cart fleet management and equipment coordination. Administer the Club’s handicap program in accordance with USGA Rules of Handicapping. Assist with new member orientations, renter orientations, and other member welcome programs. Attend and facilitate golf association meetings as assigned. Technology & Communications The successful candidate must demonstrate advanced proficiency with: Jonas Club Management Software Club mobile applications Digital tournament communications and member engagement platforms Instruction Provide individual and group golf instruction as requested. Teaching responsibilities are expected to represent less than 20% of the overall position. The Ideal Candidate We are seeking a professional whose attention to detail is uncompromising, whose enthusiasm is contagious, and whose presence inspires confidence among members, guests, and fellow team members. The ideal candidate is an exceptional tournament administrator, a technology-minded innovator, an outstanding communicator, and a visible leader who approaches each day with integrity, professionalism, and a genuine passion for hospitality. They possess a positive attitude, an outgoing personality, and a commitment to creating memorable experiences through exceptional service. Equally important, the successful candidate must embrace a collaborative leadership style, working seamlessly with fellow golf professionals, team members throughout the golf operation, and department managers across the Club. Building strong interdepartmental relationships and fostering a culture of teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional service will be essential to delivering the outstanding member experience that defines Grand Harbor Golf & Beach Club. About Grand Harbor Golf & Beach Club Grand Harbor Golf & Beach Club is a premier 36-hole private club located in beautiful Vero Beach, Florida, and is proud to be recognized as a Distinguished Club of America . Our reputation has been built on providing exceptional golf, outstanding hospitality, and personalized service that consistently exceeds our members’ expectations. We are seeking a golf professional who shares our commitment to excellence and is passionate about elevating every aspect of our golf operation. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated professional who embraces innovation, thrives in a member-focused environment, and understands that the smallest details often create the most memorable experiences. At Grand Harbor, excellence is not simply an expectation—it is our culture. We are looking for an individual who shares that philosophy and is eager to contribute to the continued evolution of an already exceptional golf operation. Compensation Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package offered, including Health Benefits, Dental, 401k, and paid vacation. Playing privileges, meals while on duty, PGA dues paid, uniform allowance, education allowed, staff agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr Grand Harbor Golf and Beach Club