Description

Overview

The Club

 

Elmcrest Country Club, founded in 1947, is a premier member-owned private club in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It offers a championship 18-hole course, year-round racquets (tennis/pickleball), aquatics, wellness, and family programming. The club holds a special place in golf's story: it is the "home course" of Zach Johnson, Masters and Open Champion, and annually hosts the Zach Johnson Foundation Classic-bringing national visibility and PGA/LPGA professionals to Cedar Rapids.

 

The Opportunity

 

Elmcrest Country Club seeks an experienced PGA Assistant Golf Professional who will help contribute to the overall Member Experience at Elmcrest Country Club. 

A member first attitude is required.

This position will also play an integral role within the Golf Operation.

 

What Makes This Unique

 

• National Golf Legacy: Zach Johnson affiliation and tournament elevate visibility far beyond Cedar Rapids.
• Competitive Pedigree: Hosts USGA/Iowa PGA qualifiers, state championships, and junior competitions.
• Modern Teaching Tools: Three-TrackMan simulators position Elmcrest at the forefront of instruction technology.
• Community Integration: A true multi-sport family club-golf must connect seamlessly with aquatics, fitness, racquets, and social programming.
• Cedar Rapids Advantage: A vibrant, affordable Midwestern city with growing economic and cultural momentum.

 

 

 

Golf Operations Stats

 

• 18 holes of golf
• Annual Rounds: ~19,800
• Cart Fleet: 55 Yamaha carts (new 2024)
• Member Leagues & Tournaments:
• Men's League (160 members)
• Ladies' League (50 members)
• 5 major member tournaments annually
• Corporate Golf Outings: 6 annually (including the Zach Johnson Foundation Classic)

The ideal candidate is an individual that is 2-3 years away from becoming a Head Golf Professional

Experience Required

Class A PGA Professional - Required

2-3 Years Private Club Experience - Preferred

Merchandising Experience - Preferred

Private and Group Instruction Experience - Required

 

Essential Responsibilities

• Assisting the Head Professional with day to day management of the overall golf operation
• Direct supervision of the outside service team
• A mentor to the Assistant Golf Professional team
• Visibility with the membership is a must
• Playing golf with a variety different member groups as time allows

Benefits

Health Insurance - Per Company Policy

401k - Per Company Policy

Meal(s) - while on duty

Practice/Playing priveleges