The Director of Golf Excursions is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing golf tournaments or outing events. This role oversees logistics, participant coordination, sponsorship engagement, and on-site event management to ensure a successful and enjoyable experience for players, sponsors, and guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive plan for the golf outing events
- Coordinate with golf course management regarding bookings, tee times, and facility arrangements
- Manage player registration, team assignments, and tournament formats
- Secure and manage sponsorships, partnerships, and vendor relationships
- Oversee event budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting
- Coordinate catering, awards, signage, and promotional materials
- Supervise volunteers and support staff during the event
- Ensure compliance with course rules, safety standards, and event policies
- Handle day-of-event coordination, troubleshooting, and schedule management
- Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare summary reports
Required Qualifications
- Former athlete in the NFL, MLB, NBA, WNBA etc. or extensive personal network with former and current players in these leagues
- Experience in event planning, sports coordination, or fundraising events
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Leadership experience supervising volunteers or staff
- Excellent communication and vendor coordination abilities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with golf tournament formats (scramble, stroke play, best ball, etc. )
- Sponsorship development and fundraising experience
- Budget management skills
- Marketing and promotional planning experience
Work Environment
- Requires on-site executive presence during event planning and execution
- May involve outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Flexible schedule including weekends depending on event date