Executive Director: PGA of Canada Atlantic, Home Based - Atlantic Province
The PGA of Canada Atlantic is seeking the services of a qualified individual to fill the position of EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (ED). The successful candidate will be a customer service focused individual to be the operational leader for its association. The ED will have to connect with both its internal (membership) and external (sponsors, media, public) customers. With a small staff, the ED will also require a strong financial ability, be an accurate record keeper and be detail oriented.
The successful candidate will need to have a personality which will allow them to become quickly familiar with the diverse membership. They must be skilled in creating and delivering services and programs that will provide value to each member as they advance in their careers. The PGA of Canada Atlantic Board is searching for a strong communicator who has the skill set to work collaboratively with all stakeholders in running the day-to-day operations as well as future strategic planning for the PGA of Canada Atlantic.
The Organization – The PGA of Canada Atlantic was founded in 1946 and its 210 PGA Professionals work in the golf industry in various capacities including General Managers, Directors of Golf, Head Golf Professionals, Instructors, Coaches, etc. It is a regional zone of the PGA of Canada which has approximately 3,800 members.
The association's mandate is to develop, promote and support their members as experts in the game and business of golf and, in so doing, serve both its members' needs and those of the golfing public through the association's varied programs and events.
The PGA of Canada Atlantic is led by a policy Volunteer Board which is selected by the Members of the Zone.
The Zone Association is in a strong financial position and has the budget for one additional support staff to assist in the day-to-day operations to assist with events, membership and accounting needs.
The Atlantic Zone works collaboratively with the National PGA of Canada Association in many matters such as education, awards & membership categories. The zone does have flexibility and autonomy of how it delivers the member benefits such as education seminars, buying shows, zone tournaments and events.
- Location
- St. Andrews, NB E5B 3S7
- Posted
- 2023-06-22
- Deadline
- 2023-07-31
- Job Summary
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The Position – Reporting to the President of the Association, the successful candidate will be a key member of the Leadership Team. With 10 board members, that will continue to evolve with the length of their terms, the Executive Director will provide continuity of the leadership group.
The board has standing committees which are created to assist the Executive Director and the PGA of Canada Atlantic staff in delivering the standard of member services expected by its members. The ED helps to facilitate these and regular board meetings while maintaining that the meetings are in accordance with all bylaws and policies of the zone.
The successful candidate will guide the PGA of Canada Atlantic towards the achievement of the mission, vision and core values of the PGA of Canada Strategic Plan.
The role will allow the successful candidate to work from a home-based office. In order to connect with the full membership of PGA of Canada Atlantic, it will require some travel to the different regions of the area and occasional weekend events.
- Responsibilities
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The Executive Director’s main responsibilities:
Budget & Finance – Prepare and execute fiscal budgets. Ensure accurate record keeping is in place to assist with the annual audit.
Championships & Events – Direct and coordinate all Zone Golf Tournaments. Execute the various events such as the Buying Show, Award Show, and other events which showcase the PGA of Canada Atlantic image.
Communication – Monitor all communications to members. Ensure website and social media platforms are updated accordingly. Provide strong communications to internal and external customers.
Membership & Education - Coordinate additional professional development programming for membership. Assist with any membership inquiries. Facilitate the Job Postings, Safe Sport and other Membership needs including keeping the member database up to date.
Business Development - Coordinate to build relationships and sales to help maximize revenue. Undertake activities that improve the visibility of the association. Establish strong relationships with PGA Zone/National as well as other golf associations such as the NGCOA, Golf Canada and Atlantic Golf Superintendents.
Human Resources & General Management - Responsible for all hiring/firing as well as professional development of staff. Ensure a Standard Operating Policy manual is updated and used with training of staff.
- Qualifications
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Candidate Profile -
- Relevant experience leading a team. Having a well-rounded background in administration, communications and business development will be an asset.
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service.
- Strong leadership and relationship-building internally and externally.
- Experience in sport. Preferably in a non-profit provincial or national sports association
- Track record of motivating and inspiring a team towards a common vision with defined goals with a history of being collaborative.
- Experience in Bylaws and Governance.
- Experience in organization & promotion of events / tournaments.
- Ability to tactfully enforce policies, rules and regulations of the association.
- Having a strong Golf or PGA background would assist but not essential.
- Compensation
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- $65,000-$80,000 (based on experience and cost of living)
- Yearly Bonus Incentive
- Benefits/Perks
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- 4 Weeks Vacation
- PGA of Canada Dues (if applicable)
- Cell Phone, Internet and Office line
- Course Website
- https://www.pgaofcanadaatlantic.com/
- Employment Duration
- Full-time
- Contact Information
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Please send a cover letter and resume to Scott Kolb – Lead Recruiter Fresh Golf Solutions at scott@vbgolf.ca
Application deadline is July 31st, 2023
For more information including a job description click on link below
Interested candidates are asked NOT to contact any Association Employees or Board Members directly in relation to this posting. Please direct all inquiries to Scott Kolb.