TPC River Highlands is a private golf club located in Cromwell, Connecticut, just outside of Hartford. As the proud host of the PGA TOUR’s Travelers Championship—the state’s largest professional sporting event—it stands as one of the premier destinations in the TPC Network. Alongside its championship golf course, the clubhouse offers an exceptional setting for events of all kinds, with scenic views, multiple event spaces, and two full-service kitchens. Known for its welcoming, team-oriented culture, TPC River Highlands delivers an outstanding experience for members, guests, and staff alike.

The Assistant Golf Professional works directly with the Director of Golf and plays a key leadership role in daily golf operations, staff development, instruction, tournament programming, and delivering PGA TOUR–level service to members and guests.

Why TPC:
• Experience hosting and preparing for PGA TOUR events across the network
• Access to best-in-class teaching tools, launch monitors, and leading club-fitting technology
• First consideration for future Head Golf Professional opportunities within the TPC Network
• Company-paid PGA Section and National dues
• Company-paid PGA Golf Management Associate Program fees (Levels 1–3)
• Paid participation in Section education programs and events
• Work/life balance focus
• Opportunities to play, compete, and travel with members

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Administration, Business Management, Marketing, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in golf operations
• Registered PGA Associate or PGA Member in good standing
• Strong knowledge of golf operations, merchandising, instruction, and tournament administration
• Prior supervisory experience preferred

 

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Golf Operations & Service

• Deliver exceptional service to PGA TOUR players, members, and guests, ensuring a seamless golf experience
• Assume management responsibility in the Golf Shop during peak periods
• Oversee outside golf operations, including practice facilities, cart fleet, bag storage, club repair, and pace of play
• Manage starting times, tee sheet accuracy, and pace-of-play standards
• Maintain professional playing standards consistent with TPC Network expectations

Instruction & Player Development

• Teach private and group lessons
• Develop and support player development programs and club tournaments
• Promote participation in golf through instructional and event programming

Leadership & Staff Development

• Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising Golf Shop and Outside Golf staff
• Support performance evaluations, employee development plans, and staffing recommendations
• Ensure service standards, uniform compliance, and operational consistency

Merchandising & Financial Management

• Assist in developing and managing the golf operations and retail budgets
• Support merchandising strategy, inventory control, purchase orders, and physical inventories
• Maintain orderly displays and appropriate stock levels
• Monitor labor scheduling and cost controls

Administrative & Strategic Support

• Assist with tournament planning and promotional communications
• Support submissions for industry awards and recognition programs
• Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned

Base Salary: $44,000

Our benefits may include: 

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• 401(k) plus employer match and employer contribution
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Complimentary employee meals
• Access to PGA TOUR golf tournaments
• Tuition Assistance
• Playing privileges and employee discounts

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT 

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; kneel; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a variety of outdoor weather conditions. Position is very active and requires lifting, pulling or pushing up to or over 25 pounds, moving and/or lift items with awkward weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Travel

• Travel is not expected for this position

Work Schedule Expectations

• This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position manages employees and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within the department