Director of Golf Operations

Work Arrangement: Fully onsite

Budgeted Salary Range: $90,293 - $104,412

Director of Golf OperationsStanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”) is the premier intercollegiate athletics and recreation program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 139 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams.

It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you!

Position OverviewStanford Athletics is seeking a highly motivated and experienced golf professional to serve as Director of Golf Operations. Reporting directly to the Director of Men's Golf and Director of Women’s Golf, this position serves as the operational backbone of Stanford's Men's and Women's Golf programs, overseeing tournament management, team logistics, recruiting operations, and facility administration. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, financial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple high-profile events and stakeholder relationships simultaneously.

Key Areas of FocusTournament DirectorServe as Tournament Director for all annually hosted intercollegiate events, including the Stanford Intercollegiate hosted by Dr. Condoleezza Rice, The Prestige at PGA West, The Goodwin at Stanford GC, The Cypress Point Classic, The Big Match v.

Cal Golf, The LPGA Nanea Cup, NCAA Regional ChampionshipsServe as Tournament Director for all annually hosted fundraising events, including the Shultz Cup, the Cardinal Classic, the Big Game Cup, the Stanford Men's Golf Alumni Match, the Art Chauvel Volunteer Tournament, and the Men's and Women's Golf Alumni ReunionOversee all aspects of tournament management, including:Communicating with visiting teams and coaches on tournament logistics and conditions of playCoordinating with Stanford Golf Course staff, the Superintendent, and the Learning Center managerCoordinating officiating with the NCGA and USGALiaising with volunteer coordinatorsArranging hospitality (meals, snacks, beverages) for all participants and organizersReserving hotel blocks and ordering trophies and tee prizesCoordinating with DAPER medical, media, and facility staff as requiredAct as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders before, during/ after eventsManage tournament budgets and financesDevelop operational timelines, coaches packets, and event materialsCoordinate tournament setup, signage, and scoring requirementTeam AdministrationTeam TravelManage all aspects of team travel, including airfare, lodging, transportation, and per diemPrepare and distribute itineraries and packing lists prior to departureOrganize team meals during competition as neededProcess and pay team entry feesCoordinate team van services, including maintenance, fueling, and cleanlinessTeam EquipmentEnsure all equipment is in working order and manage replacement ordersPartner with coaching staff and facilities to maintain updated branding and graphics in the clubhouse and practice facilityManage and organize team storage unitsCoordinate with coaching staff on locker room needsMaintain team technology, including Trackman, V1, BodiTrak, and Blast Motion systemsStudent-Athlete WelfareOrganize end-of-year banquets, including awards procurementOrganize and oversee team community service initiativesCoordinate leadership and development programming for student-athletesServe as the main point of contact for foreign toursPartner with DAPER nutritionist to fuel athletes for practice and competitionDevelopmentSupport DAPER Development in stewarding golf alumni and Siebel Varsity Golf Training Complex usersPartner with Development on preparations for the Shultz Cup and Cardinal ClassicWrite donor thank-you notes alongside head coaches; guide teams in donor appreciation effortsManage alumni communication, relations, and special eventsSiebel Varsity Golf Training Complex & Clubhouse ManagementCommunicate schedules and updates to Siebel Complex users via emailCoordinate food service, towel service, and related logisticsFacilitate access and hospitality for Siebel Complex VIP guestsCoordinate with coaching staff on facility operations, events, and team practice Develop and implement operating procedures for equipment and technology usedManage facility technology systems and coordinate troubleshooting, maintenance, and vendor support as neededRecruitingCoordinate official and unofficial visits, including airfare, hotels, tickets, and diningSubmit all NCAA compliance paperwork related to recruit visitsConduct occasional campus and facility toursFinance and BudgetProcess and track all team expenses and reimbursementsAssist coaching staff with annual projected budget numbersWork in partnership with DAPER finance team to track annual budgetsManage purchasing and procurement for team, facility, tournament, and camp operational needsServe as primary liaison with DAPER Finance and Procurement on golf program purchases and payment

ResponsibilitiesCore Duties:

Independently implement, administer and evaluate day-to-dayactivities of the unit, function or program by identifying and executingtasks and objectives, making recommendations that impact policies andprograms, and assigning resources to achieve the goals of theprogram.

Collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explaintrends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/orrecommendations to achieve the goals of the program orfunction.

Analyze and interpret policies; develop, revise and implementprocedures for program or function.

Represent the program or function as the key contact and subjectmatter expert within the department, unit or school. Commit resourcesand provide information and/or training. May also represent the programor function to external/internal stakeholders andconstituencies.

Organize and/or participate in outreach activities that mayinclude developing communications and training, planning/promotingevents and/or conferences.

May participate in development of budgets, monitor, and approveexpenditures. May perform limited forecasting and providerecommendations that determine the budget.

May direct staff to perform various tasks and assignments. Mayalso supervise staff.

Minimum Education andExperience

Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, orcombination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to prioritize own work andmulti-task.

Demonstrated excellent organizational skills.

Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership ofprojects.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and inwriting.

Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment inmaking decisions.

Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of ateam.

Relevant subject matter knowledge.

Ability to direct the work of others, for jobs requiringsupervision.