Assistant Golf Professional

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JOB SUMMARY:  This position is located at the Golf Course which is part of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department aboard Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, Florida. This activity is maintained and operated as a service for all active duty, retired military and their dependents.

 

MAJOR DUTIES:
Responsibility for the merchandizing of the Golf Pro Shop ensuring proper inventory levels and turn ratios.  Assists with the responsibility for the efficient operation of the Golf Pro Shop.  Ensures correct pricing on resale merchandise, ensures resale merchandise is properly displayed and makes recommendation for improving resale activities.  Assists patrons in the selection of equipment and related items.  Ensures all transactions are carried out according to supervisory instructions.  Ensures that instructions pertaining to the security of all monies are adhered to.
Conducts individual and group golf lessons.  Teaches and demonstrates the proper use of all types of golf equipment and ensures proper fittings.  Conducts golf clinics periodically.  Performs golf club repairs for patrons.  Assists in providing rigid supervision of course play and plans, promotes, and assists in the staging of golf tournaments and special events.  Assists the in the programming of golf programs.  Must maintain good relations with patrons to promote, maintain and improve golf enthusiasm.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: This position demands a skilled golf professional whose experience or potential knowledge of the game and personality qualify him to teach golf.  Must be hold Class “A” designation from the Professional Golf Association of America.  Must be willing to become knowledgeable in operating a financial establishment.  Must be capable of making decisions of a wide variety with reference to U.S. Golf Association regulations, Professional Golf Association regulations, supervisory directives, recreational sports service to eligible patrons, to a diversified group, or to individuals whose interests must be developed and/or sustained.

 

NOTE:  Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of closing date. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee will be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
The Department of the Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer where employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, contact the NAF HR Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case by basis.

 

HOW TO APPLY:   All interested applicants should submit an application OR resume as well as the Declaration of Federal Employment (OF 306) (https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf) in one of the following ways:

BY FAX TO: (904) 542-3424

SUBMIT VIA EMAIL(preferred) TO:  JAXS_NAS_MWRJOBAPPS@NAVY.MIL 

 

NAF Application form and Request for Military Spouse Preference form can be picked up at the MWR Personnel Office or can be downloaded from navymwrjacksonville.com under the "Jobs" tab.

SPOUSAL PREFERENCE: Spousal Preference can be used only once to gain regular full time employment in the commuting area but may be used multiple times for flexible type position.
To prove eligibility, you must submit the following with your resume/application:

  • Request for Military Spouse Preference form
  • Copy of spouses’ orders that state the “Ultimate Activity” is within the average commuting distance to NAS Jacksonville.
  • A copy of the marriage certificate that provides proof that marriage occurred prior to the issuance of the orders.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: If requesting any type of employment preference, supporting documentation must be submitted with the application/resume to prove preference eligibility. The submission of a preference does not guarantee a position as applicant still must be highly qualified with the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements of each submittal.

*If claiming Veteran's Preference, completed SF-15 and a legible copy of DD-214 (page 4) as well as any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc). is required.

*If claiming Gold Star Veteran's Preference, completed SF-15 and a legible copy of DD-1300 as well as any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc.) is required.

*If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) Priority consideration, submit a copy of the notice of separation.

*If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.

*Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment is contingent upon a successfully completed and positively adjudicated National Agency Check (NACI) or higher background clearance as required by the position or local security requirements.