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Golf Course Manager

Salary

$69,523.00 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Civil Service

Job Number

26136E

Division

Parks

Opening Date

12/18/2025

Closing Date

1/1/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

The Golf Course Manager is a full-time Civil Service position in the Metro Parks and Recreation department. The primary duties of this position consist of performing administrative and supervisory duties involved in the operation of an 18-hole golf course.

This position works varying shifts as needed, which may include nights & weekends.

Metro’s Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of facilities and programs throughout Davidson County. Currently, the department oversees nearly 16,000 acres of open space, including 184 parks and 107 miles of greenway. Metro Parks offers after school programs for children, activities for seniors (55+), cultural arts classes, dog parks, fitness classes, nature programs, sports leagues, ice hockey, art galleries, and much more. It is the mission of Metro Parks and Recreation to sustainably and equitably provide everyone in Davidson County with an inviting network of parks and greenways that offer health, wellness and quality of life through recreation, conservation and community. This fast-paced, diverse, and multi-faceted environment might be just the place for you!

Typical Duties

+ Supervising, training, and assigning employee duties

+ Evaluating employee performance and correcting performance problems

+ Coordinating clubhouse and maintenance procedures, and ensuring daily procedures are performed

+ Operating of the POS including taking tee times, collecting green fees, cart fees and handling pro shop sales

+ Receiving and handling complaints

+ Inspecting the course, facilities, and equipment for unsafe conditions and ensuring corrective actions are taken

+ Setting up tournament play for groups

+ Calling in maintenance request

+ Making recommendations for hiring personnel, purchasing equipment and materials

+ Compiling and maintaining accurate records and receipts

+ Inventorying pro shop and overseeing concessions inventory, including making daily cash records, and daily cash deposits

+ Responsible for growing the game of golf through teaching and innovative marketing efforts done by staff

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience in a golf course or related recreational operation, including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility.

Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education. However, there will be no substitution for the supervisory experience.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of basic computer programs, such as Word, Excel, etc.

+ Knowledge of computerized point-of-sale systems used in retail sales

+ Knowledge of current golfing techniques, equipment, and golf course operation, including maintenance and clubhouse functions

+ Knowledge of golf tournament set-up and management.

+ Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, personnel and purchasing procedures

+ Ability to deal courteously with the public

We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

+ No diploma

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

02

Indicate your experience in a golf course or related recreational operation.

+ No Experience

+ 1 year or less

+ 2 - 3 years

+ 4 - 5 years

+ 6 - 7 years

+ 8 or more years

03

Please describe your experience in a golf course or related recreational operation. If no experience, please type "N/A"

04

Do you have at least 2 years of supervisory experience?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Please describe your 2 or more years of supervisory experience. If no experience, please type "N/A"

06

Please describe your experience with a Point of Sale system as well as any other computer based programs such as word, excel, ect. If no experience, please type "N/A"

07

Please describe your experience with current golfing techniques, equipment, and golf course operation, including golf tournament set-up and management.

Required Question

Employer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Division 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities

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