Description

Overview

ABOUT US

West Palm Beach, FL | In the late 1940s, Dick Wilson was selected by the city of West Palm Beach to design a golf course. Wilson sculpted a uniquely rolling 18-hole layout that was soon hosting the West Palm Beach Open Invitational generating a celebrity list of winners including Arnold Palmer, Gardner Dickinson, and Gay Brewer. In 2009, the golf course was renovated by ten-time PGA Tour Champion Mark McCumber, with the King himself, Arnold Palmer, hitting the first tee shot commemorating his 1959 victory.

Since then, the West Palm Beach Golf course had fallen into disrepair and was ultimately closed by the city in 2018. Resulting opportunities emerged to work with the city to reimagine the site, yet several proposals had come and gone, all involving various commercial elements. However, an inherently simple idea, discussed among a group of dedicated and influential local business leaders ignited a spark and yielded significant private financial support... "Create a world-class, non-profit operation dedicated to inclusivity, community outreach, and junior golfer development."

THE PLAN

The Park is the crown jewel of the city of West Palm Beach and treated as something to be of, and owned by, the community. It will be an asset to be proud of and enjoyed by golfers and non-golfers alike. It is our goal and expectation to leave the immediate neighborhood, the city, and the entire county better than before.

The golf facilities include:

• Gil Hanse-designed, 18-hole golf course with tees ranging from 4,700 yards to over 7,200 yards; par 71
• Gil Hanse-designed, lighted, 9-hole short course
• Short game area, putting green, and Himalayas-style putting course
• Lighted driving range equipped with Top Tracer
• Performance center and fitting studio with three indoor hitting bays
• Home of the South Florida PGA Section headquarters

IMPACT

Community & Inclusivity

The Park ensures that everyone in the surrounding community feels welcome with access to the facility. The Park removes barriers for beginner golfers while challenging more skilled players. Walking is encouraged and embraced as part of the fabric of our culture and, as such, our caddie program is the focal point of the golf operation.

The Park "Gives Back" by having an expansive Community Programming initiative, engaging nearby youth residents to learn about the benefits of golf while developing life skills. Our Operations, Golf Academy, Culinary experience, and Agronomy will all play a role in supporting the Community Programming of The Park.

Junior Golf

Junior golf programs at The Park introduces juniors to the game of golf and allow them to enjoy an upscale daily fee golf experience. The Park supports and promotes competitive junior golf by permitting access to the facilities for local school golf teams. Junior golf plays an integral role in the Community Programming at The Park by providing a PGA Coaching structure to impact local youth.

Experience Required

• PGM Associate Level 1 or 2
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of experience preferred.
• Must be passionate about the profession, enjoy spending time at The Park and having fun.
• Experience with tee sheet software, POS systems & Microsoft Office.
• A people person.
• Maintains a professional image within The Park and the South Florida PGA Section.
• The ideal candidate has ambitious career goals in the golf industry.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Golf Professional in promoting a contemporary and culturally relevant golf experience connecting with the local community of golfers and non-golfers alike.
• The Assistant Golf Professional will be highly skilled in their profession; however, their impact on others is required to make them uniquely effective.
• Tournament Operations
• Merchandise Operations
• Maintain a visible presence on property and on the 1 st
• Engage with the local community to showcase the fun and inclusive nature of public golf at The Park
• Open/Close golf shop when needed.
• Stay current on golf industry trends including technology, innovation, and staffing, and bring forth new ideas as The Park evolves.
• Path Junior Golf Programming
• Provide group coaching as needed by the Director of Coaching.

Benefits

• $20/hour
• 401(k) with up to 5% match
• Tournament gratuities
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Discounted meals while on duty
• Tournament allowance
• Professional Development allowance
• Play & Practice Privileges
• PGA /LPGA dues paid

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. At The Park, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or another role.