Seasonal Golf Shop Associate I (Austin Parks and Recreation)

Golf Shop Associate I

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Sells golf equipment and supplies.
• Collects payment for retail sales and rental of range balls.
• Accurately accounts for all money received.
• Rents carts and collects greens and cart rental fees.
• Assigns tee times over the phone and in person.
• Answers golf shop service related questions.
• Arranges merchandise on shelves or in displays.

Responsibilities Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of golf courses and golf shop products.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Ability to make change and operate cash register and computer.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications: Zero (0) to two (2) years related experience.

Licenses and Certifications Required: None.

Preferred Experience: Experience working at a golf course/pro shop, including processing electronic payments. Experience providing customer service to the general public, including greeting and directing visitors, and handling customer complaints. Experience or knowledge of maintaining and operating golf carts. Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Salary: $22.15 per hour

Work Locations: Various City of Austin Golf Courses: Jimmy Clay Golf Course (5400 Jimmy Clay Drive), Roy Kizer Golf Course (5400 Jimmy Clay Drive), Lions Municipal Golf Course (2901 Enfield Rd), Morris Williams Golf Course (3851 Manor Road), Hancock Golf Course (811 East 41st Street).

Work Schedule: Variable part-time work schedules, up to 20 hours per week. Days and hours will vary based on business need. Evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required. May be required to work during special events outside the normal hours for programming needs. May be required to work during city emergencies such as extreme weather events.