• Golf Course Starter - P/T

    City of Boca Raton (Boca Raton, FL)


    Golf Course Starter - P/T

     

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    Golf Course Starter - P/T

     

    Salary

     

    $15.65 - $17.21 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club, FL

     

    Job Type

     

    Part-Time

     

    Job Number

     

    04485

     

    Department

     

    Recreation Services - Golf Courses

     

    Division

     

    Boca Golf Club Course 63/27201

     

    Opening Date

     

    11/07/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    11/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

    FLSA

    Non-Exempt

     

    Bargaining Unit

     
     

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    General Statement of Job

     

    The Golf Course Starter is responsible for providing excellent service to all golf course patrons. The Starter is responsible for directing players to the first tee at the appropriate tee times. The Starter must maintain accurate tee sheet records and monitors pace of play on the course. This position is required to work a combination of morning and afternoon/evening shifts on weekdays, weekends and holidays. The Golf Course Starter may be scheduled up to 25 hours per week (3 shifts).

    Essential Functions

    + Provides excellent customer service

    + Greets and welcomes customers

    + Provides golf course information to the customers

    + Manages daily tee sheets using Club Caddie software

    + Arranges players in proper starting order

    + Verifies that all revenues have been properly charged by inspecting and reconciling receipts

    + Maintains a clean and orderly work area

    + Maintains accurate tee sheet records

    + Monitors pace of play through turn times and communication with Player Assistance

    + Proficient in all golf course policies (Golfer classifications, rainchecks, refunds, lightning safety, equipment rental, dress code, etc.)

     

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Knowledge of:

    + The game of golf and/or golf course operations

    + Basic computer software, including but not limited to email, for business operations

    + Golf tee time management software

    + Basic math functions

    Skill in:

    + Time management

    + Ability to evaluate situations objectively and make an informed decision judgement

    + Customer focused interpersonal communications

    + Problem solving

    Ability to:

    + Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

    + Operate in a high volume, demanding environment

    + Establish and maintain effective working relationships

    + Manage and prioritize several tasks at the same time

    + Work a fluctuating schedule that may occur during the week and/or weekend, including holidays.

     

    Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

     

    + Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Previous experience in customer service and golf operations preferred.

    POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

    The background check process for this position may include:

    + Criminal Background Check

    + Employment Verification

    + Reference Checks

    + Drug and Alcohol Screen

    SCHEDULE

    Must be able to work flexible hours between 7 am and sunset, including weekends and holidays.

     

    Up to 25 hours per week.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    Exposure to extreme temperatures and weather conditions and animals/reptiles/insects. Must be able to stand for more than two hours at a time, stoop and bend, use manual dexterity or fine motor skills, have the ability to distinguish colors, proofread and check documents for accuracy, use a video display terminal, lift and carry articles weighing up to 20 lbs., and push/pull articles weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to operate City vehicles including golf cart, driving range picker and other electric or gas golf related vehicles.

     

    The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-Opportunity) , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

    CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY

    Part-Time Employees

     

    ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: To be eligible to receive Paid Leave and to contribute to the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, a part-time employee must have worked at least 1,040 hours in the prior fiscal year

     

    PAID LEAVE: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will receive twelve (12) hours of Paid Leave on October 1st. This Paid Leave shall be used no later than September 30th of that fiscal year or it will be forfeited. These hours may not accumulate and may only be granted with the approval of the employee's supervisor. This paid leave has no cash value at separation of employment.

     

    MISSION SQUARE 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will be allowed to participate in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. The City will not provide any matching funds.