Golf Professional

The Cosumnes Community Services District ("District") Parks and Recreation Department invites qualified and enthusiastic candidates to apply for the Golf Professional position within the Park & Golf Operations Division. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering high-quality recreation programs that enrich the lives of youth and the community. Position Description: Under general supervision, plans, organizes, and supervises the golf shop operations, special events, private and group lessons, leagues and clubs for the golf course. The golf course is open seven days a week, year round. Candidates must be willing to work holidays, weekends, and evenings. The golf course is open as early as 5 a.m. and closes as late as 10 p.m. Salary Information: The Recreation Coordinator's salary range is between $30.74 - $43.25 per hour. The District typically appoints new employees at step 1 of the salary range. Consideration for an appointment higher than step 1 will be based on experience, education, or the need for unique skills or knowledge, and shall be no more than the midpoint of the salary range. The following duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement on duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level as required. Develops, plans, promotes, implements, schedules and evaluates pro shop operations, special events, private and group lessons, leagues and clubs at golf course; Assigns, schedules, and reviews the work of lower level workers; ensures department standards for safety, facility and golf course and golf shop operations are met; Provides courteous and professional service to all program participants, facility users, CSD personnel and the public; ensures staff provides a high degree of service to both internal and external customers; Acts as a liaison to the public; answers questions and handles customer complaints; directs lower level workers in on-site communication with parents, participants and the public; discusses program concerns and participation issues; provides solutions when appropriate; Enforces rules and regulations of programs and facilities as mandated by CSD policies; Conducts work tasks safely and in compliance with Department safety standards and the CSD Injury and Illness Prevention Program; Purchases supplies in accordance with District purchasing policies; assists manager with approval and processing of bills and payments for services, materials and supplies; Completes and maintains reports and forms as necessary; Recommends and provides feedback to supervisory staff regarding hiring, training, evaluation, discipline and salary of lower level workers; Required to work a variety of shifts including, but not limited to weekends, holidays and after hour emergency calls; Assists in creating and developing marketing strategies; Assists Golf Course Manager in preparing budget, daily deposits and timesheets; may collect and review timesheets of lower level workers; May plan and conduct staff meetings and participate in program planning and preparation; May recruit, select, train, schedule and provide day to day lead direction to volunteers of the golf course. Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considering qualifying at the sole discretion of the District .A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: Education and Training: High school diploma or equivalent; college or technical school training in golf course operations may be substituted for the non-supervisory experience on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience as a Golf Professional including experience in golf course operations with one (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity. Special Requirements: Must possess a current P.G.A. license or an apprentice P.G.A. license as a golf professional and maintain it throughout employment; Possession of, or the ability to obtain, First Aid and CPR/AED certification within the first thirty (30) days of employment; certification must be maintained through employment; Must possess a valid California class "C" driver's license, with a satisfactory driving record as determined by the District and maintain it throughout employment. Knowledge of: The game of golf and techniques on how to play; techniques and skills required to plan and instructing private and group golf lessons; Basic methods, terminology, principals, techniques, and materials used in the operations of a golf course and golf shop; Developing and coordinating effective marketing programs and special events designed to showcase the golf course and provide the public with an ongoing source of community activities; Safety practices and procedures related to golf course and golf shop operations, safe and effective use of hand and power tools; Current methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in customer service, financial accounting and recordkeeping such as daily transaction entry, fee checks, and reviewing daily revenue reports and preparing bank deposits; Principles and techniques of supervision, training, discipline, and performance evaluation; Computer database programs, desktop publishing and word processing in currently used programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; Basic operation of automated office machines including cash register, calculator, computer, keyboard, printers and other peripherals, copier, and fax machine; Basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; calculation of decimals, ratios, percentages and fractions. Ability to: Lead the work of others including the assigning, reviewing, planning and coordination of work; providing clear instruction and guidance on a day to day basis; Analyze and use independent judgment in golf course and golf shop operation practices and functions; Apply principle of rational systems such as operating cash register and handling cash; Provide instruction and guidance to staff, contract instructors and participants; Comprehend and prepare reports and forms such as accident reports, incident reports, inventory lists, e-mail and calendars using a prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style; Proficiently operate computer programs such as those in the Microsoft Office Suite; Comprehend and correctly use a variety of informational documents such as, but not limited to, time sheets, blue prints, safety manuals, instruction manuals, personnel handbook, policies and procedures; Effectively and tactfully communicate both orally and in writing with facility users, independent contractors, vendors, volunteers, CSD personnel and the public. Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting at desk and in meetings for long periods of time; occasionally reaching and twisting to reach equipment surrounding desk; occasional walking, standing, bending, stooping, and squatting; occasional pushing, pulling or lifting up to fifty (50) pounds; Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent computer use; occasional color and depth vision; Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing and typing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching; frequent operation of office equipment, computers, cash register, clerical supplies and golf course related supplies and equipment; Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person and on the phone; Ability to hear and see with sufficient acuity to identify maintenance problems requiring service and repair; Emotional/Psychological: frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasionally works alone; Driving: ability to use fine and gross motor coordination for driving. Typical Working Conditions Work is typically performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. Incumbents are exposed to noise, moisture, dust, vibrations and various types of weather including heat and cold. Basic cleaning of facilities may include exposure to cleaning agents. Work may take place and require travel in a vehicle to and from off-site indoor and outdoor locations throughout the District. THE PROCESS: Application Review (Pass/Fail): All applicants must complete and submit an application by the final filing deadline. Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job and other needs of the position . Supplemental Questions: The supplemental questions are considered a part of the application process. All required questions must be completed before the application can be submitted. The supplemental questions will be used to evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of the applicant's education, training, and experience. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, the supplemental questions may be used as a part of the supplemental screening. Supplemental Screening: The district will review the responses to the supplemental questions of all candidates meeting the minimum qualifications. The most competitive candidates in the applicant pool will be selected to continue in the selection process. When writing job-related responses to supplemental questions in the supplemental questionnaire, please be succinct and brief in your answers. Oral Panel Interview - Candidates who pass the application review will be invited to participate in an oral panel interview. Tentative interview date: Wednesday , April 8, 2026. Final Interview: Candidates who pass the first interview panel may be invited to a final interview. T entative final interview date : Monday , April 13, 2026. Conditional Offer: Candidates selected from the process receive a conditional offer of employment contingent upon the successful completion of the following: Reference Check: verification of work performance and employment history Background Check : A State of California, Department of Justice criminal background check; Driving Record: A State of California, DMV driving record printout will be required. Upon successful completion of the background check, candidates must complete the following before final appointment: Medical: A clear physical, drug, and tuberculosis screening will be required. Work Eligibility : The District participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the US. Failure to meet these pre-employment requirements will be grounds for withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment. Probationary Period: A probationary period of one (1) year is the final phase of the selection process. Benefits For Full-Time Employees: Full-time employees receive generous medical, dental, life, disability, and vision benefits. The District participates in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). New members in the CalPERS system will receive a retirement formula of 2% at 62. Applicants who meet the CalPERS requirements for a "classic member" will receive a retirement formula of 2% at 55. All employees of the District participate in the Medicare portion of Social Security. Full-time employees receive generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave allowances. RIGHT-TO-WORK VERIFICATION Documentation verifying the candidate's legal right to work in the United States will be required and shall be presented upon hire. About the Cosumnes Community Services District The Cosumnes Community Services District serves an estimated 207,000 south Sacramento County residents in a 157-square-mile area. Its award-winning parks and recreation services - including the operation of more than 100 parks - operate exclusively within the Elk Grove area of the District. The Cosumnes CSD provides fire protection and emergency medical services throughout the District, including the cities of Elk Grove and Galt and unincorporated areas of south Sacramento County. Our Vision: Be an innovative, inclusive, and intentional regional leader committed to providing exceptional services that exceed expectations and enhance the quality of life of those we serve. Our Mission : The District is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of the residents, businesses, visitors, and employees within our diverse community by protecting lives, property, and the environment through superior fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and special operations response; and by providing parks and recreation services through well-maintained parks and recreational opportunities for health, wellness, and social interactions. Our Values: Safety & Mitigating Risk - We protect District employees, as well as mitigate risk and exposure of the District and the public. Financial Responsibility - We are an accountable, transparent, and stable Agency as we provide quality services through progressive innovations. High-Quality Workforce - We develop and train a high-quality workforce with an emphasis on professionalism, diversity, equity and inclusion, succession planning, competency, and organizational growth. Service to the Community - We deliver the highest levels of service to the residents, visitors, and businesses within the District. Diversity, Equity & Access - We ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of District work. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.