Description

Overview

The Fredericksburg Country Club is a private club nestled on the banks of the Rappahannock River located 50 miles south of Washington, D.C. Founded in 1925, the Fredericksburg Country Club is considered the area's best family-oriented club and is truly a "home away from home" providing a safe and secure recreational environment for members and guests. The club features championship golf, casual & fine dining, indoor & outdoor racquet sports, an athletic facility, and aquatics center. The club currently has over 550 memberships and has hosted a number of prestigious events including the Virginia State Open and Virginia State Golf Association Senior Championship.

The City of Fredericksburg is an Independent City, well known for its historic heritage as a focus of activity during the Colonial and Civil War eras. Fredericksburg has a population of approximately 27,945 people. However, that number is greatly augmented by the number of tourists and visitors drawn to the historic sites and shopping venues in and around the city. Our downtown features chef-owned bars and restaurants, art galleries and studios, and antique and specialty shops, making it a truly distinctive shopping and dining experience. Fredericksburg residents enjoy the services typically found in larger cities, including award-winning schools and neighborhoods within walking distance of downtown.

Type of Facility: Private-Member Owned

Number of Holes: 18

Course Length: 6,705

Rounds of Golf: 22,000 Annually

Club's Season: Year-Round - Prime Season is April-November

Indoor Teaching Facility: No

Launch Monitor System: Yes

Gratuity Policy: Club Tips Allowed

The PGM University Intern is responsible for promoting the game of golf and being an integral part of the golf operations team at Fredericksburg Country Club. The successful candidate will assist the PGA Director of Golf in all aspects of daily golf department management including, but not limited to, merchandising, tournaments, golf instruction, financial reporting, and staff management.

Fredericksburg Country Club's goal is to create a golf experience above all expectations that mirrors the mission statement of our facility.

In order to achieve our goal, we will need to hire a highly motivated candidate and build our team for success. The selected candidate will be in a Assistant Professional role and receive the full support of the Director of Golf and Professional Staff as their career progresses and work in a culture that promotes team first, growth and creativity. They will build relationships that last a lifetime and gain full self-confidence in their ability to be an outstanding golf professional. Most importantly, they will feel a strong sense of pride and belonging to the club and our team while developing their skills to prepare them for the next chapter in their golf professional career.

Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• PGM University Student in good standing with the PGA of America.
• This position will be a three-month internship; however, students looking for their extended internship are encouraged to apply as well if interested.
• Strong playing ability.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Efficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher).
• Previous experience with Golf Genius and GHIN handicap program is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends on major tournament weeks.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Hospitable.
• Exceeds expectations.
• Attention to detail.
• Goal-oriented.
• Organized.
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Adaptability.
• Memorability.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the PGA Director of Golf and Professional Staff in all areas of daily golf department management.
• Act as an ambassador by welcoming members and guests to the club upon arrival.
• Manage the daily tee sheet and collect appropriate fees for member and guest rounds.
• Work closely with the PGA Head Golf Professional to project and develop the golf operations budget.
• Assist in the management of all member and guest golf tournaments.
• This position will play a large role in a growing merchandise concession and will assist the Golf Shop Manager with purchasing, displays, open-to-buy plan, social media, and conducting monthly inventory reports.
• Provide private golf instruction, teach beginner ladies' and junior golf clinics, and serve as Head Coach of the Fredericksburg Country Club PGA Junior League team.
• Playing golf with members and guests on a weekly basis.
• Performs other duties as needed around the club including outside services however, this position will be primarily focused on the daily management of the golf operation.

Benefits

COMPENSATION & ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• The club will compensate the selected candidate a competitive hourly rate plus additional income will be available through private golf instruction for players of all skills and junior golf development (currently 50-60 juniors in our program)
• 40 Hour Work Weeks (except on major tournament weekends)
• Two Days Off Per Week (except on major tournament weekends)
• Discounted housing off club property is provided.
• PGA Education Allowance
• Discounted golf equipment and staff balls
• Staff Uniforms
• 50% Off Food & Beverage Purchases
• Access to Club Aquatics Center During Summer Months
• Access to Club Athletic Facility & Racquets Center