Tournament & Events Coordinator: PGA of Canada - Acton, ON
The Professional Golfers’ Association of Canada (PGA of Canada) is a member based non-profit organization representing more than 3,700 golf professionals across Canada. The association was founded in 1911, making it the second oldest and third largest PGA in the world.
The PGA of Canada, headquartered in Acton, Ontario, prides itself on being an innovative and progressive organization, committed to the development of its members. Grounded in our 6 organizational values (excellence, pride, accountability, integrity, diversity & inclusion, and innovation), the PGA of Canada is committed to being a top workplace for its employees. We put our employees development, well-being, and overall satisfaction as our top priority.
This is your chance to join one of the top sporting organizations in the country and develop your skills and career with us.
- Location
- PGA of Canada - Acton, ON
- Posted
- 2023-08-08
- Deadline
- 2023-08-22
- Job Summary
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Reporting to and working closely with the Manager of Championships and Events and Manager of the RBC PGA Scramble in this role, your responsibilities as the Tournaments and Events Coordinator will be to work collaboratively to manage, support, and implement the strategic and operational requirements of the organization.
TYPICAL HOURS
Office days are 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Championship days will begin between 5-6 a.m. and end between 8-10 p.m.
NUMBER OF TOURNAMENTS
The PGA of Canada conducts six national championships, including the RBC PGA Scramble, subject to change. The Championships Department is also responsible for supporting the PGA of Canada Annual General Meeting and PGA of Canada Night which includes the National Awards.
- Responsibilities
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CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRIORITIES
The successful candidate should be capable of stepping into the role with an ability to conduct best-of-class professional golf tournaments and administer other PGA of Canada events. Some of the responsibilities include:
- Lead and manage tournament set-up and preparation
- Support individual championships and events
- Golf course set-up and preparation
- Work with Championship host sites
- Support with the administration and communication of the RBC PGA Scramble
- Administrative tasks as required within the department
- Media and public relations
- Moderating equipment inventory, maintenance and replenishment
- Deliver high-quality customer service to all partners, participating facilities, volunteers and players
- Lead the growth of the PGA of Canada Foundation
- Qualifications
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- Previous championship/event administration preferred
- Ability to work and communicate in a team atmosphere
- Highly motivated
- Willingness to work long hours in hot/cold weather and endure physical situations such as heavy lifting
- Willingness to take active leadership role
- Excellent communication and public relations skills
- Basic computer knowledge and skills
- Level 2 or 3 Rules of Golf certification (or to be completed in onboarding within role)
- Knowledge of Golf Genius would be an asset
- Bilingualism (French & English) an asset
- Valid passport
- Compensation
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- Compensation will be determined based off experience level of the successful candidate
- Benefits/Perks
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- Travel may include places like Cabot Links, Arizona, Florida
- Comprehensive benefits package, fully covered by the PGA of Canada
- Access to partner discounts
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to golf and driving range
- Course Website
- https://www.pgaofcanada.com/
- Social Media Page(s)
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https://www.facebook.com/PGAofCanada
- Employment Duration
- Permanent, Full-time
- Contact Information
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TO APPLY
Please send cover letter and resume to hiring@pgaofcanada.com