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Assistant Golf Professional jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, followed by an I-140 immigrant petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. Most roles qualify under EB-3 for skilled workers, giving you a direct path to lawful permanent residency in the U.S. golf industry.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: PGA Golf Professional
Reports To: Director of Golf
Classification: Full-Time, Salaried
GENERAL OVERVIEW
The Golf Professional is a member of the golf department’s management team and exercises independent judgment in overseeing assigned areas of the Club’s golf operation. Responsibilities include managing daily play, supervising and developing staff, administering tournaments and instructional programs, supporting payroll and personnel decisions, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining the Club’s operating and service standards.
In the absence of the Director of Golf and Head Professional, the Golf Professional serves as Manager on Duty with authority to establish priorities, deploy staff, resolve member and guest concerns, coordinate resources, and address operational issues. The position is accountable for the performance of assigned staff and programs and for the quality and consistency of the member experience.
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
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Manage assigned areas of daily golf operations, including play coordination, starting, pace of play, practice facilities, golf carts, bag-room operations, caddie coordination, tournaments, merchandising, instruction, and member service.
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Directly oversee the development and daily performance of the PGM three-month intern, PGM seven-month intern, and Outside Services team. Assign work, set priorities, coach employees, monitor performance, and address performance concerns.
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Participate in hiring by reviewing candidates, conducting interviews, and making recommendations to the Director of Golf. Provide ongoing feedback and conduct formal performance reviews and evaluations for assigned employees.
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Train interns, part-time employees, and Outside Services personnel; communicate expectations; and ensure consistent application of Club procedures and service standards.
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Support payroll administration by reviewing time records, monitoring hours, resolving discrepancies, and managing staffing within operating and budget requirements.
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Prepare and adjust staff schedules based on tee-sheet activity, tournaments, weather, member demand, and employee availability.
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Work collaboratively with golf staff and other Club departments to provide a coordinated and exceptional member and guest experience.
DAILY PLAY AND CADDIE PROGRAM
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Coordinate and manage daily play, member requests, pace of play, course conditions, tournaments, caddie availability, and operating needs.
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Serve as liaison to the Club’s caddie managers and oversee daily caddie-program coordination, including anticipated demand, coverage, priorities, and service or performance concerns.
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Monitor the course and practice facilities, resolve pace-of-play and service issues, and make appropriate operating adjustments.
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Apply and enforce Club policies relating to golf, conduct, and dress code in a professional and consistent manner.
TOURNAMENT MANAGEMENT
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Independently promote, develop, plan, and execute assigned tournaments from initial concept through post-event evaluation.
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Manage tournament formats, schedules, registration, communications, staffing, budgets, course setup, caddie needs, scoring, awards, prizes, vendor support, and event-day execution within Club policies and approved financial parameters.
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Make timely decisions before and during events to address weather, participation, pace of play, staffing, scoring, and vendor issues.
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Evaluate tournament results and member feedback and implement improvements for future events.
MEMBER SERVICE AND VENDOR RELATIONSHIPS
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Provide attentive, proactive, and personalized service to members and guests. Resolve concerns within the authority of the position while balancing individual requests with Club policies and the broader interests of the membership.
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Develop and manage vendor relationships and advocate for the Club and its members regarding merchandise, pricing, special orders, service, delivery, repairs, and program commitments.
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Evaluate vendor performance, address discrepancies and service failures, and recommend changes that protect the Club’s quality, service, and financial interests.
GOLF INSTRUCTION AND PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
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Teach individual and group lessons for members of all ages and abilities.
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Design and administer customized private lesson plans by assessing player needs, establishing goals, selecting instructional methods and technology, monitoring progress, and adjusting plans using professional judgment.
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Work with the instructional staff and Junior Golf Director to develop and execute instructional and junior golf programs.
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Incorporate appropriate technology and club evaluations into instruction, including TrackMan, Swing Catalyst, and SAM PuttLab.
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Develop and improve player-development programs based on member interests, participation, results, and industry practices. Maintain an active professional presence and play regularly with members of varying ages and abilities.
GOLF RETAIL OPERATIONS
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Manage assigned aspects of the golf retail operation using sound business judgment and support a high-quality, financially responsible merchandising program.
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Oversee golf-shop opening and closing procedures, merchandise displays, inventory movement, shipments, special orders, club repairs, returns, and demonstration clubs.
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Maintain strong product knowledge, advise members, identify sales opportunities, investigate discrepancies, and resolve or communicate delays promptly.
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Assist the Director of Golf in monitoring expenses, revenue opportunities, inventory decisions, and budget performance for assigned areas.
OPERATING AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
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Administer and reinforce Chevy Chase Club rules, golf operating standards, the PGA Code of Ethics, and the professional staff’s commitment standards.
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Maintain expertise in the Club’s golf software and technology, including ForeTees, Jonas, Golf Genius, MembersFirst, GHIN Handicap, TrackMan, Swing Catalyst, and SAM PuttLab.
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Identify operational risks, service gaps, and opportunities for improvement; implement appropriate solutions within assigned authority; and promptly report significant concerns to the Director of Golf.
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Participate in the Middle Atlantic PGA, pursue continuing education, represent the Club in local and regional tournaments, and remain active in Golf Business Network.
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Perform other management and professional duties reasonably related to the successful operation of the golf department.
AUTHORITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
The Golf Professional performs assigned responsibilities with limited day-to-day supervision and exercises discretion on matters of operational significance. Decisions must reflect the Club’s standards, policies, financial objectives, and commitment to member service. This description identifies the position’s principal functions but is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Position Title: PGA Golf Professional
Reports To: Director of Golf
Classification: Full-Time, Salaried
GENERAL OVERVIEW
The Golf Professional is a member of the golf department’s management team and exercises independent judgment in overseeing assigned areas of the Club’s golf operation. Responsibilities include managing daily play, supervising and developing staff, administering tournaments and instructional programs, supporting payroll and personnel decisions, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining the Club’s operating and service standards.
In the absence of the Director of Golf and Head Professional, the Golf Professional serves as Manager on Duty with authority to establish priorities, deploy staff, resolve member and guest concerns, coordinate resources, and address operational issues. The position is accountable for the performance of assigned staff and programs and for the quality and consistency of the member experience.
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
-
Manage assigned areas of daily golf operations, including play coordination, starting, pace of play, practice facilities, golf carts, bag-room operations, caddie coordination, tournaments, merchandising, instruction, and member service.
-
Directly oversee the development and daily performance of the PGM three-month intern, PGM seven-month intern, and Outside Services team. Assign work, set priorities, coach employees, monitor performance, and address performance concerns.
-
Participate in hiring by reviewing candidates, conducting interviews, and making recommendations to the Director of Golf. Provide ongoing feedback and conduct formal performance reviews and evaluations for assigned employees.
-
Train interns, part-time employees, and Outside Services personnel; communicate expectations; and ensure consistent application of Club procedures and service standards.
-
Support payroll administration by reviewing time records, monitoring hours, resolving discrepancies, and managing staffing within operating and budget requirements.
-
Prepare and adjust staff schedules based on tee-sheet activity, tournaments, weather, member demand, and employee availability.
-
Work collaboratively with golf staff and other Club departments to provide a coordinated and exceptional member and guest experience.
DAILY PLAY AND CADDIE PROGRAM
-
Coordinate and manage daily play, member requests, pace of play, course conditions, tournaments, caddie availability, and operating needs.
-
Serve as liaison to the Club’s caddie managers and oversee daily caddie-program coordination, including anticipated demand, coverage, priorities, and service or performance concerns.
-
Monitor the course and practice facilities, resolve pace-of-play and service issues, and make appropriate operating adjustments.
-
Apply and enforce Club policies relating to golf, conduct, and dress code in a professional and consistent manner.
TOURNAMENT MANAGEMENT
-
Independently promote, develop, plan, and execute assigned tournaments from initial concept through post-event evaluation.
-
Manage tournament formats, schedules, registration, communications, staffing, budgets, course setup, caddie needs, scoring, awards, prizes, vendor support, and event-day execution within Club policies and approved financial parameters.
-
Make timely decisions before and during events to address weather, participation, pace of play, staffing, scoring, and vendor issues.
-
Evaluate tournament results and member feedback and implement improvements for future events.
MEMBER SERVICE AND VENDOR RELATIONSHIPS
-
Provide attentive, proactive, and personalized service to members and guests. Resolve concerns within the authority of the position while balancing individual requests with Club policies and the broader interests of the membership.
-
Develop and manage vendor relationships and advocate for the Club and its members regarding merchandise, pricing, special orders, service, delivery, repairs, and program commitments.
-
Evaluate vendor performance, address discrepancies and service failures, and recommend changes that protect the Club’s quality, service, and financial interests.
GOLF INSTRUCTION AND PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
-
Teach individual and group lessons for members of all ages and abilities.
-
Design and administer customized private lesson plans by assessing player needs, establishing goals, selecting instructional methods and technology, monitoring progress, and adjusting plans using professional judgment.
-
Work with the instructional staff and Junior Golf Director to develop and execute instructional and junior golf programs.
-
Incorporate appropriate technology and club evaluations into instruction, including TrackMan, Swing Catalyst, and SAM PuttLab.
-
Develop and improve player-development programs based on member interests, participation, results, and industry practices. Maintain an active professional presence and play regularly with members of varying ages and abilities.
GOLF RETAIL OPERATIONS
-
Manage assigned aspects of the golf retail operation using sound business judgment and support a high-quality, financially responsible merchandising program.
-
Oversee golf-shop opening and closing procedures, merchandise displays, inventory movement, shipments, special orders, club repairs, returns, and demonstration clubs.
-
Maintain strong product knowledge, advise members, identify sales opportunities, investigate discrepancies, and resolve or communicate delays promptly.
-
Assist the Director of Golf in monitoring expenses, revenue opportunities, inventory decisions, and budget performance for assigned areas.
OPERATING AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
-
Administer and reinforce Chevy Chase Club rules, golf operating standards, the PGA Code of Ethics, and the professional staff’s commitment standards.
-
Maintain expertise in the Club’s golf software and technology, including ForeTees, Jonas, Golf Genius, MembersFirst, GHIN Handicap, TrackMan, Swing Catalyst, and SAM PuttLab.
-
Identify operational risks, service gaps, and opportunities for improvement; implement appropriate solutions within assigned authority; and promptly report significant concerns to the Director of Golf.
-
Participate in the Middle Atlantic PGA, pursue continuing education, represent the Club in local and regional tournaments, and remain active in Golf Business Network.
-
Perform other management and professional duties reasonably related to the successful operation of the golf department.
AUTHORITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
The Golf Professional performs assigned responsibilities with limited day-to-day supervision and exercises discretion on matters of operational significance. Decisions must reflect the Club’s standards, policies, financial objectives, and commitment to member service. This description identifies the position’s principal functions but is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Assistant Golf Professional
Match your credentials to EB-3 requirements
EB-3 skilled worker classification requires at least two years of training or experience. Document your PGA apprenticeship hours, playing ability tests, and assistant professional certifications before approaching employers, since PERM filings depend on meeting the job description exactly.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate for golf employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Filtering by role lets you target clubs and resorts that have already navigated PERM, so you spend your time on realistic opportunities rather than cold outreach to employers unfamiliar with the process.
Target private clubs over public facilities
Private golf clubs and resort properties with dedicated HR departments are far more likely to absorb PERM recruitment costs and multi-year processing timelines than smaller public courses. Focus your applications on facilities with established staff tenure and low assistant professional turnover.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level before salary discussions, so your negotiated offer doesn't fall below what PERM certification legally requires.
Understand the PERM recruitment test timeline
PERM requires your employer to complete a mandatory recruitment test, posting the role and demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers applied. This process takes 60 to 90 days before DOL filing, so factor that window into your expected start date and any existing status expiration.
Preserve your priority date if you change clubs
If you switch employers after your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to the new employer's petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also allows movement to a substantially similar Assistant Golf Professional role without restarting.
Green Card Assistant Golf Professional: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Assistant Golf Professional roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Assistant Golf Professional positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires at least two years of training through a PGA apprenticeship program rather than an advanced degree. EB-2 is possible if the employer can justify that the position requires a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, but that framing is uncommon for this title.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, then an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, then adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals from high-demand countries can face priority-date backlogs before final approval.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a golf club employer?
PERM requires the employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment test over 60 to 90 days to show no qualified U.S. workers are available, and then file the application with DOL. The employer bears these costs. USCIS is not involved at this stage, but the certified PERM is required before the employer can file the I-140 petition.
How do I find Assistant Golf Professional jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on clubs and resorts that have already completed PERM filings for similar roles. Generic job boards rarely surface this information, making it difficult to know which employers are genuinely prepared to manage a multi-year sponsorship process for this position.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a substantially similar Assistant Golf Professional role at a new employer without restarting. Your original priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition once the first I-140 was approved, protecting the time already accumulated in the backlog queue.