Management - Golf Operations and PGA Coach

The Golf Operations and PGA Coach should be an expert in teaching and coaching, tournament management, player engagement, technology, and communications. This individual will play a major role in the successful retention and graduation of UCO PGM Students, develop required reports to the PGA of America, maintain the program's standards established by the PGA of America, provide golf and in-class instruction, and promote the growth of the UCO PGA Golf Management program.

Position Classification:

Regular, full-time, salaried, exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit Why Work at UCO?

General Schedule:

Position typically works Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm in-office at UCO's main campus in Edmond, Oklahoma. This position may require some nights and weekends.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

The Golf Ops and PGA Coach daily operational responsibilities are based on multi-dimensional objectives:1. Delivering diverse experiential learning experiences.2. Meeting the goals of the PGM program and standards established by the PGA of America.3. Increasing engagement between the PGM program, and the UCO and the regional golf community.

Retention:

The student-centric focus is based on delivering a transformative experience during the student's time on campus. The individual will be responsible to:

• Develop PGM student's individual golf skills.
• Provide educational and professional club fitting.
• Review student work experience and provide feedback.
• Provide individual and group lessons to PGA Golf Management students.
• Work with Recruiting/Player Development Coordinator and instruct Player Development activities to help students pass the PAT, including providing individual instruction and creating game improvement plans.
• Engage and support the weekly operation of the UCO PGA Golf Management Student Association.
• Monitor and ensure that students are meeting the necessary requirements and milestones outlined by the PGA standards.

Program Operations:

The standards established by the PGA of America, establishes the baseline for the operation of the UCO PGA Golf Management Program and its Goals. The individual will be responsible to:

• Manage student cohort with annual seminar schedules and PGA education.
• Maintain accurate student and program records as required by the PGA of America.
• Ensure student roster & cohorts meets the PGA Standards with proper documentation.
• Manage Internship reporting and documentation.
• Teach PGM classes (Master's or Terminal Degree Required).
• Maintain club fitting equipment and update technologies in both Golf Sim Labs (Rooms 137 & 126).
• Develop and ensure club repair policies and procedures are being followed

Community Engagement:

The Golf Ops and PGA Coach is responsible for growing the synergy of the UCO PGA Golf Management Program and Students with the College of Business and the UCO Community. The individual will be responsible to:

• Develop and administer the successful operation of the annual PGA Golf Management Fund-raising tournament.
• Work with the UCO Foundation for tournament website management, social media and alumni engagement and program support.
• Conduct "Growth of the Game" initiatives for UCO faculty, staff, students, and the regional golf community.
• Assist in the delivery of the UCO PGA Golf Management Program recruiting efforts.

Qualifications Required:

Requires a bachelor's degree in related field to this position plus 2+ years of relevant professional experience. Class "A" PGA or LPGA Membership. A valid driver's license, or ability to obtain a valid driver's license within thirty days of hire, is required for this job. Ability to travel by vehicle locally, statewide and/or out of state. Reliable transportation is required to travel to different sites across the assigned territory. If using personal vehicle, proof of insurance must be provided.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

Master's or Terminal Degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Broad knowledge and experience in the golf industry is required
• Ability to play and teach the game of golf.
• Proficiency in computer software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Access; QuickBooks; Unknown Golf or other golf tournament management applications; Teaching & Coaching software like SportsBox AI, V-1, Trackman, Foresight Sports, etc.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to create detailed and professional reports, budgets, letters, etc.
• Working knowledge of golf club repair and fitting equipment and techniques.
• Ability to multi-task, organize activities, meet deadlines, and conduct events.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information effectively.
• Ability to work independently and with individuals from diverse backgrounds, interests, and education levels.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.