Description

Overview

About the Club In 1965, three local businessmen and good friends, Louis Nazzaro, Russ DiFranco and Nick Nerich, shared a dream: to create "a place of complete enjoyment and relaxation for you and your children, and a place where you will be proud to entertain your guests." Their vision of a "little club in the country" began to take shape in 1966 when they purchased the Costello farm and created the Redding Country Club Holding Corporation. The 46 investors in The Holding Corporation included Redding residents, along with notables such as actress Carmen Mathews, bandleader Enoch Light and industrial designer Francesco Gianninoto.

In 1976, the original Holding Corporation was unwound and its members purchased The Redding Country Club. The current course was transformed by Rees Jones (Old Chatham, Pinehurst #7, Torrey Pines 2001 Reconstruction), son of legendary golf course designer Robert Trent Jones, Taking advantage of the natural streams and ponds, Jones incorporated precipitous elevation changes to carve out a 6277-yard course that proves the adage, "Don't judge a course by its length."

Other major enhancements have included: dramatic new surrounds for the greens; bunkers rebuilt and "rescued;" new tees stretched the course to 6355 yards; and a 70-yard short-game area to augment the existing driving range and putting green. In 2023, the course completed its latest modifications that included two newly expanded ponds to increase irrigation water storage and to improve the look of several key holes.

CLUB DETAILS

Facility : Member-Owned

Founded: 1966

Total Acreage: 125

Course Access: Private

Number of Holes: 18

Total Annual Rounds: 14,000

Total Merchandise Sales: $300,000-$350,000

Number of Golf Carts: 50

Golf Members: 240

Primary Golf Season: April-November

Caddie Program: No

Practice Range: Yes

Teaching Facility: No

Short Game Area: Yes

Number of Staff Managed: ~15

About the Position The Head Golf Professional, reporting to the General Manager, will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of play, instruction, and performance of the entire golf operation. The Head Golf Professional will promote regular member play, members' competitions, outside tournaments and members' clinics (men, women, juniors and special events) with the goal of consistently providing an exceptional golf experience. The Head Golf Professional will support and lead Assistant Professionals, Golf Operations Staff, and the monitoring of pace of play. He/she is expected to present a "grow the game" mindset, by developing relationships, enhancing programs, and keeping the membership engaged, while advocating for continuous improvement of the club's golf program

Experience Required

• Class A PGA or LPGA Member in Good Standing
• No less than five years professional golf management experience, as well as the ability to develop and maintain relationships with senior staff throughout The Redding Country Club
• A demonstrated achievement in the managerial and technical skills necessary to maintain and enhance the performance of the club's golf operations.
• Private country club experience A proven track record of strong budgetary and operational management skills with significant experience in recruiting, staffing and training, as well as overseeing a large operation
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills Experienced in written and oral business communications
• A commitment to ongoing professional development to keep the club's golf programming engaging and contemporary
• Experience in the hosting, coordination, and management of Section PGA events and professional tournaments
• Excellent golf and golf teaching skills
• Excellent understanding of golf rules and etiquette
• Excellent management skills to enable the development a strong golf program for members and guests
• Understanding of golf course maintenance management and playability related issues

Essential Responsibilities

Including, but not limited to, the following:

Membership Experience

• A personal style that is approachable and congenial, allowing a diverse group of members with varying dispositions and golf acumen to feel comfortable
• Be the advocate and ambassador to members for all things golf - deliver enthusiasm and drive to sponsor engagement of members in golf activities
• Provide a high level of consistent service to members and guests
• Provide a vibrant player development program offering individual and group instruction for all ability levels - including gender specific, junior, family, or mixed clinics for all ages
• Promote and coordinate innovative tournaments that services all member and club needs to elevate participation to the highest level
• Maintain a formal handicapping system for members (GHIN) Play golf with members of all skill levels Be the face of The Redding Country Club with visible presence to our members and guests, as well as participate in the recruitment of new members and retention of existing
• Interpret, enforce, and uphold the Rules of Golf, Club policies, and mission statement
• Patient and unflappable with the skills to deal with diverse demands
• Excellent inter-personal skills that will enable incumbent to develop strong member relationships
• A compelling and self-assured leader with a proven ability to attract, develop, and mentor a high -performing staff
• The incumbent must be flexible and adaptable to the changes that rapidly effect this position

Management

• Oversee the Golf Shop and staff, purchase all retail goods and maintain a strong relationship with manufacturers and vendors
• Manage a merchandise program in the shop with the highest level of quality and service to provide for member needs
• Manage the golf operations including: play on the course, golf shop, and practice facilities including but not limited to: tee times, pace of play, dress code, club storage, driving range, and cart usage
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate all golf operation employees, including: Assistant Professionals, Shop Attendants, and Bag Room Attendants
• Adhere to federal, state and local laws regarding safety, health and employment regulation
• Leadership will also be evidenced in the development of highly cooperative relationships with peer members of the club's senior staff and Board of Directors

General Business

• Establish and maintain an annual budget including forecasting and review on a regular basis
• Recruit and retain corporate and charitable golf outings
• Attend staff and management meetings as required and maintain close working relationships with General Manager, Superintendent, Chief Financial Officer, Head Chef, Tennis Pro, and Pool Director
• Promote a positive, interactive and team oriented service culture for all employees
• A great marketer. He/ she must be able to sell the program, the club and the tools of becoming a golfer and a better golfer
• Write and distribute all reports, newsletters and communications for the golf operation
• A creative thinker and self-starter who is committed to service excellence

Benefits

• IRA retirement plan with safe harbor contribution
• Healthcare offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability
• Access to Club Amenities
• PGA Dues & PGA Show Travel Compensation
• Complimentary Meals