PGA ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL

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Until 9/29/2026 4+ years exp First posted July 31, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

Occupational Summary

 

Be You.

This position will manage and supervise the Golf Club operations and provide various PGA golf professional services from teaching customers to recommending golf equipment.

 

Be Bold.

Work Performed

 

Plan and host events, tournaments and golf outings including contracts and billing.

Supervise and run Golf Club operations and activities.

Provide rulings based on PGA rules of golf.

Provide golf lessons for customers as needed.

Coordinate maintenance schedule and/or repairs of golf course. Counsel and advise customers regarding golfing equipment including golf club fitting and club repair.

Order, receive, price, and display of merchandise. Operate within the policies and procedures established merchandising system and inventory program for the Golf Shop.

Prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, verify and reconcile expenditure of budgeted funds. Create reports and provide updates as necessary.

Direct various personnel functions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, transfers and vacation schedules.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein as directed by the golf club general manager.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

 

Choose Duke.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training

 

High School Diploma.

Must be a Class 'A' member in the of PGA of America.

 

Experience

 

Requires 4 year's experience.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

 

Skills

 

N/A



Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $45,661.00 to USD $73,140.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.


Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/


Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.


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About this role

Summary

Manage golf operations, supervise staff, provide lessons, and coordinate events at Duke.

Job title

PGA ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL

Experience level

4+ years

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

On-site at Duke University, no remote work allowed.

Salary

$46k–$73k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

None specified

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

golf managementcustomer serviceevent planningmerchandisinggolf instruction
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Duke University - Main Campus, Durham, NC, USA

On-site City