Description

Overview

Job Title: Lead Assistant Golf Professional

Employment Duration: Year Round

Location: Gibson Island Club, Gibson Island, Maryland

Reports to: Head Golf Professional

Club Overview:

Located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, Gibson Island is situated on the western shore of Chesapeake Bay between Baltimore and Annapolis. It is an enchanting, private island accessed by a man-made causeway. Gibson Island Club opened in 1921. In 1924, the Charles Blair Macdonald/Seth J. Raynor design opened as an 18-hole golf course. The club now is a nine-hole facility with Bermuda tees, fairways, and roughs & bent grass putting greens. In recent years, the golf course has undergone significant improvements in conditioning, practices, and daily preparation. In the fall of 2021, Lester George rebuilt a Redan template par 3 to add to the golf experience of our Macdonald & Raynor course.

Position Summary:

Gibson Island Club is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Assistant Golf Professional to join our golf operations team for the 2026 season. This is a year round position,ideal for a motivated professional looking to provide exceptional service to members and guests in a high-end private club environment.

The Lead Assistant Golf Professional will play a key role in all aspects of daily golf operations, including tournament operations, merchandising, golf instruction, leadership oversight and member services. This is a valuable opportunity to gain experience in a top-tier private club setting while contributing to a culture of hospitality, professionalism, and excellence.

To apply please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications or references to cjones@gibsonisland.com.

Experience Required

Qualifications:

• Leadership experience managing a golf staff
• PGA/LPGA membership
• Strong experience with tournament adminstration
• Desire to advance in the golf industry and become a head professional
• Must be visible, easily approachable, and pro-active in nature
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Maryland Live Scan and Child Protective Services background check required
• Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Proficient with golf POS systems, Microsoft Office, Golf Genius, Northstar or similar
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Able to meet the physical demands and daily work environment; tolerate hot, cold, rainy or humid conditions. Frequent repetitive motions. Bending, climbing, lifting along with continuous standing and walking are all daily actions required of the position

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Member Experience

• Serve as a senior leader within the golf operation, working closely with the Head Golf Professional
• Maintain a highly visible presence, fostering strong relationships with members and guests
• Uphold and enhance all service standards, pace-of-play expectations, and club policies

Golf Operations

• Assist with oversight of daily golf operations including tee sheet management, golf shop operations, and staff coordination
• Ensure seamless communication between golf operations, outside operations, and other club departments
• Support continuous evaluation and improvement of operational procedures

Tournaments & Programming

• Lead the planning, administration, and execution of member tournaments, leagues, and all golf related events
• Strong proficiency with POS systems, Golf Genius software and Microsoft Office suite
• Assist with major championships and club-wide golf events
• Oversee tournament scoring, formats, communication, and member satisfaction

Instruction & Player Development

• Deliver high-quality private instruction, group clinics, and player development programs
• Support junior golf, family programming, and member engagement initiatives

Merchandising

• Support seasonal merchandising strategies and special events
• Maintain a polished, member-focused retail environment

Staff Development

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate assistant professionals and golf operations staff
• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance management
• Promote a professional, accountable, and team-oriented culture

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with island and club policies
• Support all updates with operational manuals and departmental procedures

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary based on experience
• Weekly pay
• Additional income: Private lessons and clinics available
• PGA/LPGA Dues
• On-Site Housing (short-term)
• Clothing allowance
• Playing & practicing privileges
• Meal while on duty
• Weekend day or weekday off depending on scheduling with other assistants & operational demands
• Medical benefits (waiting period)
• 401k (waiting period)
• Education allowance
• PGA Show allowance
• Golf Staff Equipment opportunity