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A Message from the University All University of Notre Dame faculty and staff are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide verification of full vaccination. Faculty and staff may apply for an exemption from the vaccination requirement for medical, religious, or other strongly held beliefs.FAQ Job Title Golf Operations & Events Program Director Job Description Notre Dame Athletics is committed to building a diverse workforce passionate about maximizing the student-athlete experience. Our pillars of Education; Excellence; Faith; Tradition; and Community guide us in the work we do each day. We are eager to attract, recruit, and retain individuals who positively contribute to a collaborative, inclusive working environment where all may thrive.

Building on the Universitys Spirit of Inclusion, we are committed to the work needed to cultivate sustainable progress and change. As a prospective member of Notre Dame Athletics, we encourage you to apply if you embrace, embody, and demonstrate a commitment to the aforementioned values.

The Director of Golf Operations & Events (DOGE) is an integral part of the golf course management team. The DOGE will be responsible for helping to hire, schedule and supervise the inside and outside staff at the Warren GC and the ND Golf Course. This person will help develop and track the labor budget and ensure the operation stays within those guidelines. The DOGE is the primary marketer, planner and executor of golf outings and all Players Association events at the WGC. The DOGE is the primary contact for outing and tournament prospects throughout the year. Additional responsibilities at the DOGE include: developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing and sales plan each year and assisting with the point of sale/tee time reservation software system and GPS/cart system. This person will coordinate monitor and maintain merchandise levels at the course, and develop/present sales and expense updates and present them to the Head Professional on a monthly basis. The DOGE handles all communication, scheduling and contractual activities with golf leagues at the Notre Dame golf courses. The DOGE will schedule events, check-in guests, assist guests with pro shop purchases, book tee times and order/receive/unpack and display merchandise and serve as opening/closing manager as needed, as well as coordinate with the food service provider for any associated social function.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate & manage all University systems in place for purchasing, labor, etc.

• Assist Head Golf Professional with new revenue sources and marketing strategies

• Serve as the primary contact person & coordinator for outings and tournament planning

• Develop, promote and run the Warren Course Players Association events throughout the year

• Serve as administrator of the Golf Handicap System

• Maintain proper inventory levels of merchandise at both courses

• Work with the Superintendent and/or Game Day operations personnel to coordinate FB parking at the ND/Burke Course

• Develop & implement a comprehensive sales and marketing plan for the courses prior to each season

• Coordinate all golf league activities at the Burke course

• Assist in hiring, and supervise inside & outside staff at both University Golf Courses

• Serve as the director on duty at the WGC, including opening and/or closing responsibilities

• Check in golfers, monitor the status of golf activity and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the optimum guest experience

• Accept reservations, process purchases and otherwise assist guest

• Responsible for all safety & weather related protocols when staffing the golf course

• Coordinate & communicate with varsity coaches and maintenance staff as necessary when staffing the course

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree within Business or a related field

• 1 to 2 years experience within operations with a preference to golf

• Good Interpersonal Communication Skills

• Computer skills Word, Excel, Publisher, Google Suite

• Organization; Attention to Detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Golf reservation system

• Event Management

• Sales

Special Instructions to Applicants Department Golf Course Administration (11185) Department Website Family / Sub-Family Athletics / Golf Career Stream/Level EIC 2 Professional Department Hiring Pay Range Up to $55,000; Commensurate with experience Pay ID Semi-Monthly FLSA Status S1 - FT Exempt Job Category Athletics Job Type Full-time Schedule: Days of Week & Hours Schedule: Hours/Week Schedule: # of months