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Lone Wolf Golf Club is inviting applicants to fill the position of Golf Course General Manager.

The golf course is owned by the District of Taylor, the fastest growing community in the Peace River Region. Taylor is a community that values and nurtures personal endeavour, affordable living and unrivalled amenities for the whole family to enjoy. Our 7140 yard, Championship 18 hole golf course boasts the largest junior golf program in Northern, BC and we recently integrated 9 shorter, par 3 teeing areas for beginners on the front 9. Lone Wolf currently holds the award as the best-manicured course in Northern British Columbia as awarded by Inside Golf Magazine.

Location
Lone Wolf Golf Club - Taylor, BC
Posted
2021-12-09
Deadline
2022-02-28
Job Summary
The Golf Course General Manager reports to the Director, Community Services and is responsible and accountable for all golf course operations for an 18 hole championship course as well as the on property Participation Trail, outdoor gym, greenhouse and compost yard. As a municipal asset, all planning, evaluating, organizing and directing will be conducted in accordance with Council’s bylaws, policies, priorities and approved budgets.
Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Overseeing the actions of the golf course leadership team: Superintendent, Head Professional, Food and Beverage Manager, and their respective staff teams.
  • The incumbent exercises independence of judgment within the parameters set by the Director of Community Services. Work performance is reviewed and evaluated by the Director of Community Services for conformance with sound operational practices and the effectiveness of the operation.
  • The successful applicant will also have experience in budget management and development, possess skills in personnel management, demonstrate strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, have effective computer skills in Microsoft Office and Point of Sale Systems.
  • Demonstrate the ability to manage and maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Provides guidance, support, coaching, mentoring, and ethical leadership to all employees and volunteers while supporting and reinforcing the District of Taylor vision, mission, policies, programs and guidelines.
  • Understands and consistently applies legal requirements, policies, procedures, and programs. Identifies and recommends amendments where appropriate for area of influence ensuring opportunities for continuous improvement efforts are identified, discussed, and reviewed regularly
  • In conjunction with the Director, Community Services, responsible for preparing, implementing and managing the annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Ensure budgets for Golf Course services leaders (Pro Shop, Outside Services, Food and Beverage, and General Maintenance) are prepared and managed appropriately
  • Identify and implement improvements to golf course service that will maximize the enjoyment of users and increase revenues
  • Continuously reviews operations while in progress and upon completion to ensure effective utilization of labour resources, materials, equipment and compliance with accepted standards, specifications, budgeted costs and safe working practices.
  • Responsible for initiating and leading recruitment, utilizing effective performance management strategies, employee development, and implementing succession planning activities for area of influence.
  • Support, guide and mentor Golf Course Service Leadership to ensure fair and effective leadership at all levels
  • Acts as a contributing member of the Community Services team ensuring timely and respectful communication and coordinated efforts between departments to deliver exemplary service to the community at large.
  • Allocate resources to fill gaps where necessary
  • Ensures all employees and volunteers in the department are provided with a safe and healthy workplace consistent with District of Taylor policies, standards and initiatives
  • Conducts safety audits of the golf course and golf course operations on a monthly basis
  • Establishes sales standards and performance expectations for the Pro Shop, Food and Beverage and communicates and follows up on these expectations
  • Establishes expectations with regard to courses of instruction in the game of golf and provides oversight to the Head Professional organizing and completing such instruction
  • Provides monthly balances of revenue, expenditures and inventory of Pro Shop, Food and Beverage to the satisfaction of the Director, Community Services and follows up with service leaders as required
  • Ensures the maintenance and cleanliness of the club house, grounds and associated facilities/structures
  • Develops the calendar of events and oversee the organization of Club, private, and fundraising tournaments Initiates, designs and promotes golf related activities where appropriate
  • Ensures the appropriate controls are in place to adequately manage and protect the inventory and assets of the golf course services,
  • Actively participates in long term planning for the golf course
  • Purchase or direct and supervise the purchasing of equipment and services for the golf course within the confines of the annual budget and in compliance with District policy and procedures
  • Develops, plans and participates in educational programs as appropriate and within a defined budget
Qualifications
  • Degree/diploma or certificate in Business Administration and/or golf course management (or another related field)
  • 3-5 years of experience in a golf supervisory role
  • Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
Compensation
  • $80,000-$90,000 per year based on experience.
Benefits/Perks
  • Exceptional benefits package which includes Municipal Pension.
PGA of Canada Specialization
Golf Operations
PGA of Canada Specialization
Management & Leadership
Course Website
<a href="http://lonewolfgolf.ca/"><strong>http://lonewolfgolf.ca/</strong></a>
Social Media Page(s)
https://www.facebook.com/LoneWolfGolfClub/
Employment Duration
Full-time Permanent
Contact Information

For the job description and more information about Taylor, BC check out www.districtoftaylor.com

The District of Taylor thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only applicants being interviewed for the position will be contacted.

Applications containing a detailed resume of qualifications and experience will be received by the undersigned prior to 4:30 p.m. on February 28, 2022

Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled. Lisa Ford, Executive Assistant Box 300 Email: lford@districtoftaylor.com 10007 100A Street Phone (250) 789-3392 Taylor, BC V0C 2K0

Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization as well as providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with relevant legislation. Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

 

 

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