MANAGER GOLF FACILITIES

Code: 04588 Local Competitive

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, is responsible for daily management of one or more regulation golf courses and its facilities; directs the operations which are consistent with an overall management program that requires sufficient revenue generation; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

• May supervise golf center staff and have responsibility for coordinating necessary training.
• Maximizes efficiency of operations for one or more public golf course(s) by creating of new ways to generate additional revenues within the existing system.
• Plans, designs, and implements golf related programs.
• May develop revenue reporting procedure guidelines and ensures that these are followed by responsible staff.
• Measures effectiveness and alters programs if necessary.
• Assigns duties and trains subordinates in operation of one or more golf course facilities.
• May have responsibility for the development of clinics, instructions and tournaments and overseeing preparation of the course(s) for the appropriate event.
• May assist in establishment of fees and rate schedules.
• Collects fees and remits to proper source.
• May oversee the operation of a luncheonette and/or golf course shop.
• Creates a purchasing plan to match product demand and volume of sales.
• May assist in preparation of an annual budget.
• When the budget is approved, is responsible for maintaining a proper relationship between revenues and expenditures.
• May advise when consulted on needed construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of the golf course or its facilities.
• May act as liaison with other departments within the park system to disperse information and ensure continuity with applicable department's needs.
• Oversees the rental of hand and powered carts and their maintenance.
• Maintains essential records, files, and account ledgers.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in the management, operation, and supervision of a revenue producing facility or facilities at a recreational or sport or entertainment center, one (1) year of which includes experience at a revenue-generating golf facility.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of problems involved in operation and management of a revenue generating, regulation golf course and attendant facilities.
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, practices, and procedures in golf play.
• Knowledge of business administration practices relating to operation of a public recreation facility.
• Knowledge of managerial principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of developing and implementing programs intended to maximize revenue generation as a result of efficient usage of a recreation facility.
• Knowledge of procedures used in the purchase, maintenance, and safeguarding of supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures needed for establishing and maintaining personnel, finances, equipment, and other records and files.
• Ability to analyze problems of assigned work and develop effective work methods.
• Ability to give assignments to subordinates and provide them with needed advice and assistance when difficult problems arise, and to supervise and work closely to see that proper procedures are followed.
• Ability to demonstrate, teach, and lead group activities.
• Ability to recognize county recreational needs as related to golf.
• Ability to work harmoniously with employees and to maintain harmonious relationships with the public.
• Ability to oversee activities involving the repair, selling or rental of golf equipment.
• Ability to utilize available funds and equipment efficiently in accord with established management goals, monitoring a proper relationship between revenues and expenditures.
• Ability to operate a revenue generating recreation facility in accord with business practices.
• Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports and financial statements.
• Ability to maintain essential records and files.
• Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Appointees may be required to become certified through completion of the PGA Professional Golf Management Program if deemed necessary by the Appointing Authority.