Senior Instructor/ Player Development Specialist

About the role

The Stanford Golf Course is seeking a Senior Instructor/Player Development Specialist to join their team. This position reports to the General Manager and oversees golf instruction and player development programming.

Responsibilities

• Golf Instruction (70%): Offer instructional services to all constituent groups a minimum of 10 hours per week. Help manage, oversee and direct player development programming. Use state-of-the-art teaching aids and tools.
• Junior Golf & Larger Group Programming (30%): Design, develop and lead junior golf programs, camps and clinics. Plan, schedule and manage larger group instructional programming. Recruit, train and supervise junior instructors and program assistants. Promote programs through marketing materials and social media.
• Administration (10%): Provide administrative assistance for the Stanford Learning Center, ensuring all service standards are met. Maintain instructional program schedules, registration and billing records. Communicate with members, customers and parents regarding program specifics, scheduling and promotions; troubleshoot and resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and four years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of golf instruction experience, including experience with junior golf and group programming.
• PGA Member (Class A), or Level 1 PGA Associate in good standing preferred.
• Experience with junior golf curricula (e.g., PGA Jr. League, US Kids Golf, Operation 36) preferred.
• Familiarity with teaching technology such as TrackMan, video analysis or launch monitors preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong knowledge of golf swing mechanics, player development principles and coaching methodology.
• Ability to plan, organize and lead group clinics, camps and larger programming.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated individual who takes initiative, continually self-evaluates and proactively identifies new opportunities.
• Ability to work under pressure and time constraints with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced atmosphere.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and four years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of golf instruction experience, including experience with junior golf and group programming.
• PGA Member (Class A), or Level 1 PGA Associate in good standing preferred.
• Experience with junior golf curricula (e.g., PGA Jr. League, US Kids Golf, Operation 36) preferred.
• Familiarity with teaching technology such as TrackMan, video analysis or launch monitors preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong knowledge of golf swing mechanics, player development principles and coaching methodology.
• Ability to plan, organize and lead group clinics, camps and larger programming.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated individual who takes initiative, continually self-evaluates and proactively identifies new opportunities.
• Ability to work under pressure and time constraints with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced atmosphere.