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The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game’s best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open and 13 other national championships and our museum; to provide unbiased global governance with The R&A through the playing, equipment and Amateur Status rules; and to advance issues important to golf’s future, with a focus on driving sustainability, accessibility and inclusion. As a nonprofit association, our work and our team are driven to act for the good of the game. The USGA’s headquarters are located in Liberty Corner, NJ, with a recently opened campus in Pinehurst, NC. For more, visit usga.org.
About this role:
The Manager, Championships plays a critical role in supporting the successful planning and execution of the U.S. Girls’ Junior and U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championships. This position maintains a balanced portfolio of responsibilities across both outside-the-ropes operations and inside-the-ropes competition support with a focus on championship operations, USGA Office Management, player services, committee relations, host club relations and planning. The Manager works closely with host clubs, vendors, volunteers and USGA departments to ensure a best-in-class championship experience and contributes to broader departmental projects and other USGA championships as assigned.
What you'll do:
- U.S. Girls' Junior and U.S. Women's Mid-Amateur Championship
- Lead for outside-the-ropes planning and on-site execution, including player registration, accommodations, signage, volunteer coordination, host club gifts, food and beverage services and overall vendor coordination
- Serve as a point of contact for the Host Club committee and staff for all championship planning efforts
- Serve as a point of contact for players and lead all player services efforts
- Work closely with Championship Administration in managing championship related equipment and coordinating all shipping and receiving related to each event
- Coordinate with relevant USGA departments (i.e., Player Relations, Partnerships, Communications, Marketing, etc.) to integrate services and functions into championship operations
- In collaboration with the Championship Directors, work closely with Regional Affairs on championship invitations/assignments/needs
- Serve as the main point of contact for USGA Office operations, rules officials and championship-week logistics
- Support inside-the-ropes tasks as requested such as hole locations, course marking, pace of play preparation and Rules documentation
- Assist the Championship Director with site visits, budgeting and host manual development
- Serve in a supporting role at other USGA Championships
- Support other USGA Championships in Rules and operational capacities as assigned
- Duties may include course marking, pace of play monitoring, Rules administration, vendor coordination, on-site logistics, crowd management and shuttle operations
- Championship Department Projects and Initiatives
- Participate in internal task forces or working groups as assigned
- Contribute to documentation updates, training materials, and refinement of championship best practices
Where you'll be:
This role will be based at our Liberty Corner, NJ campus on a hybrid schedule. Employees are expected to spend 3 days per week working in the office, between Monday - Thursday. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The Manager, Championships will be expected to travel 80-100 days per year.
What you bring:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 4+ years work experience in golf tournament administration or related field
- Demonstrated ability in golf tournament administration (both inside and outside the ropes) at the national, state or regional level is preferred
- Working knowledge of the Rules of Golf and experience with course setup and marking (score of 90 or higher on PGA/USGA Rules Exam preferred)
- Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in working with host clubs, committees and vendors
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- A collaborative spirit, strong communication skills (written and verbal) and a service-oriented mindset
- Comfort with public speaking and working in fast-paced championship environments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning internal platforms and systems
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently; anticipated travel – approximately 80-100 days per year
Level: Manager
Job Location: Liberty Corner, NJ
Salary Range: $68,000 - $80,000
The annual base salary range for this position is $68,000 - $80,000. This range represents what we reasonably expect to pay as starting base compensation for this role. Compensation is based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including skill set, depth of experience, and relevant certifications. In addition to your base compensation, the USGA provides competitive benefit offerings for all full-time employees.
What the USGA brings:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees
- Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA
- Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being
- Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Years Day off
- Off-site team building events
- On-site gym and golf simulator
- Professional development opportunities
- Learn more about our benefits and culture here
The USGA is an equal opportunity employer. Our organization believes we are stronger by embracing our diverse backgrounds and perspectives, promoting equity so all teammates can excel and grow in their careers, and fostering experiences to drive inclusion in our workplace and game. Golf is a game for everyone, and you are always welcome.
