OPPORTUNITY: The MAPGA Foundation is offering an opportunity to gain valuable insight into the administrative aspect
of the golf business by hiring an individual from a diverse background to work on our team for an 8-month term.
● The PGA WORKS Fellowship is intentionally focused on engaging a diverse demographic of participants with
consideration to the following protected classes: Gender, Age, Race/Color, National Origin/Ancestry, Sexual Orientation, Disability and Veteran Status - though anyone is welcome to apply.
● Ultimately, the Middle Atlantic PGA Section desires to establish a network of diverse talent who are prepared to ascend to key employment positions in the game and business of golf.
The Middle Atlantic Section of the PGA (MAPGA), located in Stafford, Virginia, is one of the 41 Sections of the Professional
Golfers’ Association (PGA) of America, headquartered in Frisco, Texas. The MAPGA consists of over 1,200 members and associates in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia (D.C.) as well as small portions of Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
The PGA REACH Foundation Middle Atlantic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and philanthropic entity of the Middle
Atlantic PGA Section (MAPGA), located in Stafford, Virginia. PGA REACH Middle Atlantic exists to improve lives through the
community of golf. We are dedicated to impact the game through youth, military, and community engagement. The mission of MAPGA is to promote enjoyment and involvement in the game of golf and to contribute to the game's growth by providing services to golf professionals and the industry.
JOB TITLE: PGA WORKS Fellow
MANAGER’S TITLE: Junior Golf Director
JOB DESCRIPTION: The primary focus of this position will be to assist the Junior Golf Director and Director of Foundation Programs in executing Foundation initiatives in the Youth, Military, and Diversity & Inclusion pillars. Examples include:
● YOUTH Pillar |MAPGA Junior Tour & PGA Jr. League – The MAPGA Junior Tour reaches more than 2,500 junior golfers annually. We believe that the values and skills learned through junior golf can positively impact a child for the rest of their life. We accomplish this by offering different levels of tournament play depending on the golfer’s ability. The fellow will work closely with the junior golf interns to run the numerous tournaments throughout the summer. The MAPGA Junior Tour is a large portion of the summer duties for this position. PGA Jr. League is a fun, social, and inclusive opportunity for boys and girls ages 17 and under (13u Division and 17u Division) to learn and enjoy the game of golf. Much like other recreational league sports, participants wear numbered jerseys and play on teams with their friends. The kids learn the game among their peers with professional instruction and direction from PGA/LPGA Professionals who serve as team captains. Parents also play an active role, making the program a family activity and creating another generation of players to enjoy the game. They compete at the Section level and then have the chance to advance to the Regional Level for the opportunity to represent their state at the National Championship.
● DIVERSITY & INCLUSION Pillar | PGA WORKS – PGA WORKS is a workforce diversification strategic initiative designed to evolve the demographic composition of the golf industry workforce and develop a robust pool of talent from diverse backgrounds who are prepared to ascend to key employment positions in the business of golf.
● MILITARY Pillar | PGA HOPE Program – PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is the flagship military program of PGA REACH and is designed to introduce golf to veterans with disabilities to enhance their physical, mental, social, and
emotional well-being. In 2024, we served over 1,100 veterans by helping them make their way through the HOPE Program
and are now graduates.
POSITION/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is: frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to touch, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. An employee in this position must be able to travel for extended periods of time in various modes of transportation.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must be able to drive the company vehicle/van and/or drive to and from various locations throughout the Section.
DEADLINE FOR RESUMES: March 1, 2026
ANTICIPATED START DATE: May 2026
SEND RESUME, COVER LETTER AND ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS BELOW TO:
Jon Guhl, Executive Director,
[email protected] The following additional submissions must be submitted along with this application as one PDF document:
1. Resume or curriculum vitae and cover letter
2. A copy of your most recent official college transcript showing completion of your degree
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. An essay (500 words or less) including:
a. Your reason for pursuing a career in the game and/or business of golf?
b. Your background and experiences and how you would help the PGA promote diversity and inclusion?
c. Where do you see yourself in the golf industry in 5 years?
Experience Required
● Undergraduate or Graduate Degree
● Valid Driver’s License Required
● Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills are required
● Excellent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Word and Excel
● Golf Administration and tournament operations experience a plus
● Skills in planning and organizing.
● Skills in oral and written communications, including skills in interpersonal communications.
● Skills in public speaking and presentations.
● Skills in managing multiple priorities in a multi-functional work environment.
● Skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.
● Skills in event management.
● Knowledge of the golf industry and PGA of America.
● Knowledge of golf rules and regulations.
● Ability to influence with an open and direct communication style and willingness to engage in constructive debate.
● Ability to motivate others.
● Ability to make presentations, present information, and respond to questions representing the Section.
● Ability to apply judgment and decision-making skills.
● Ability to write standard business correspondence.
● Ability to present self in a professional manner and appearance.
● Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
● Ability to work alternate work schedules to include weekends.
● Ability to be flexible
Essential Responsibilities
JOB DUTIES: PGA WORKS Fellowship duties include but are not limited to:
• Directly work with the Junior Golf team in the preparation and execution of MAPGA Junior Tour events: such as MAPGA Junior Championship, two-day Invitationals, one-day Classics and Opens, the MAPGA Capital Cup, the Mini Mulligan and Introductory Division 9 Hole Tour and other junior golf programs.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of Drive, Chip & Putt qualifiers.
• Create and edit the MAPGA’s Junior Golf Monthly Newsletter distributed to juniors and parents.
• Run the MAPGA’s Junior Golf and PGA REACH Middle Atlantic social media platforms: including but not limited to content creation, photography and videography, and improving reach and engagement to these accounts.
• Assisting the MAPGA Section with all aspects of PGA REACH programming including communications logistics, site and member recruitment, promotions, scheduling, sponsor activation, budgeting, billing, and event execution.
• Assisting the MAPGA Section marketing and communications team to ensure PGA REACH activities that occur in the PGA Section are documented and reported to national PGA REACH social media and public relations resources as well as PGA Section resources.
• Assisting the fundraising efforts of PGA REACH Middle Atlantic as needed.
• Support communication and public awareness activities related to PGA REACH Middle Atlantic by attending Section, and Chapter meetings, trade shows, conferences, and other marketing events as well as produce support material for members and facilities.
• Assisting in the PGA REACH Middle Atlantic selection process for Player Development Grants and Junior Golf Scholarships.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Semi-monthly pay- at $3,125 per month
FREE HOUSING & UTILITIES
Staff Uniforms
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision insurance
401K Retirement plan with generous company contribution
Paid Vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Life and Disability Insurance
