Golf Program Manager

This position is located at the U.S. Naval Station, Morale,Welfare and Recreation Department, Recreation Services Division,Rota, Spain. The incumbent supervises the operation and maintenance of the 18 hole course with 14 employees. The function of this position is to provide managerial direction for a year-round golf operation to include a driving range, putting green and Pro -Shop.

**Qualifications:**
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED The incumbent must have acquired appropriate education,experience and training which clearly shows capability of managing and extensive knowledge of the game of golf, rules of play, and a particular knowledge of golf equipment and wearing apparel. Certification by the Professional Golf Association is required. Must be personable and able to meet and communicate with the eligible golfing public. Incumbent will report to the Business Operation Director who sets the overall administrative direction of the park. On the whole however, the size and specialized nature of the golf course program places heavy responsibility upon the incumbent to plan arnd carry out the operation with substantial independence in both the planning arid execution stages. Incumbent must be able to work in a professional and independent manner without supervision. Guidelines on policy and procedural matters are contained in the Navy Recreation Operational Policies, Instructions and various Navy and Command directives. The exercise of sound independent managerial judge merit is frequently required with general guidelines. The managerial nature of the position requires application of a degree of technical knowledge in the areas of golf rules and regulations, agronomy, course grounds and equipment, financial controls and retails sales. The incumbent in this position provides management and control over the Golf Course, Effective management will result in the meeting of profit goals while providing a high level of services in support of the morale, welfare and recreation of authorized patrons. The incumbent will establish and maintain personal contacts with the patrons, subordinates, vendors of retail merchandise and other personnel throughout the command to effectively and efficiently provide services to authorized patrons.