The First Assistant Golf Professional position will assist the Head Golf Professional in all areas including, but not limited to: the management of daily golf operations, including managing the tracking play, control of the tee sheet, protecting and controlling club assets, assisting with all merchandising functions, managing tournaments, teaching lessons and providing other professional services to ensure an exceptional golf experience to our members and guests.
The centerpiece of Brewster, Washington, the Sands and QuickSands Course at Gamble Sands are located on 115 acres of fine fescue grasses, designed by renowned golf course architect David McLay Kidd of DMK Golf Design. At "Gamble," golfers enjoy the feeling of pure golf with panoramic vistas, and the beautiful Cascade Mountains and Columbia River meandering through the distance on every hole. No planes buzz overhead, no traffic rattles in the background. It’s you, your playing partners, and golf, the way it was meant to be played. We have four unique golf experiences, including:
Award Winning Gamble Sands Course – Opened 2014
*New* Scarecrow Course - Opened August 1, 2025
14-hole QuickSands Short Course
Cascade Putting Course
Essential Responsibilities:
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Maintain a good standing within active classification in the PGA of America.
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Supervise and manage the total golf operations in a professional and efficient manner in the absence of the Head Golf Professional.
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Provide excellent customer services, professional advice and assistance to all patrons.
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Control and manage play; ensure guest check-in and fee collection.
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Management of the tee sheet.
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Provide golf instruction and clinics that is consistent with instructional methods, policies and procedures.
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Supervise and train all golf operations personnel as directed by the Head Golf Professional.
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Assist in the purchasing, receipt, display, inventory, control, promotion and sales of merchandise.
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Conduct one’s self in a professional manner and maintain a professional image at all times consistent with PGA standards.
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Be informed on and promote all club activities and services.
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Co-manage the GHIN Handicap program.
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Assist in managing tournaments and outings with Golf Genius.
Experience Required:
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PGA Member Preferred, but PGA Associates in Level 2 or higher (and in good standing) are encouraged to apply.
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1-3 years' experience at a "service oriented" facility (e.g. resort, private or similar) preferred.
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Retail and any leadership/management experience a plus.
Compensation:
- Range for hourly pay with base rate (projecting $26-$28/hr) and budgeted OT is projected to range from $54,000-$62,000 and will be commensurate with experience.
- Lesson Income (Range $1500-$4000 per year; subject to candidate's ability to engage the membership in lessons, small group clinics, etc.).
- Total anticipated compensation expected to range from $55,000-$65,000.
- Unlike many positions in Northern "Central WA State," this is a full-time year-round position with hours basically guaranteed. As part of this agreement between ownership and the staffer, off-season duties will include working at the Inn and helping the F&B, and Maintenance Dept when needed.
- For the right person, including anyone looking to learn more about the entirety of a resort operation, including possibly becoming an Asst GM, or GM later in their career this could be a solid "learn all of the ropes" type opportunity with Troon Golf.
Benefits for qualified associates:
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Health insurance per Gamble Sands/Troon policy.
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Dental insurance per Gamble Sands/Troon policy.
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401K plan with employer match per policy.
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Lessons – 100%.
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PGA Annual Dues paid.
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Playing and practicing privileges.
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Meals at 50% off.
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Equipment “Staff” agreement subject to Head Professional and vendor partners.
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Limited clothing allowance will be provided, subject to Head Golf Professional approval.
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Paid Vacation after probationary period.
