ABOUT THE PKBGT:       

The Peggy Kirk Bell Girls Golf Tour was founded in 1997 as a venue for aspiring collegiate golfers in the Carolinas to develop, compete, and be recognized. The tour host events across the East Coast and has active members from over 36 states and Canada.  In our history, more than 1200 alumni have advanced to the collegiate and/or professional ranks. We aim for a positive environment to grow and sustain girl’s golfers thru skill/yardage appropriate, quality competitions. In 2021, the PKBGT offers a year-round tournament schedule featuring over 130 one, two- and three-day events for players of various skill levels.

JOB SUMMARY

• To organize, develop and direct nationally ranked competitive and developmental junior golf tournaments operated by the PKBGT
• Reports to Tour Director Mike Parker

KEY AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Creating and nurturing relationships with players, families, courses, and sponsors to cultivate the tours mission of growing girls’ golf
• Prepare and maintain tour infrastructure to ensure a consistent, quality tournament experience each event
• Maintain high standard of product while staying within a set budget
• Develop custom content to engage membership thru social media outlets
• Work with PKBGT partners to increase engagement by our membership and grow participation
• Assist in customer service support via phone, email & web site

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This is a full-time position and open until filled, starting Fall 2021
• Position is based out of Girls Golf of America offices in Greensboro, North Carolina
• Salary range is $30,000 – $45,000 based on tournament direction experience
• Requires travel on both weekdays and weekends for events, including up to 3 weekends a month in peak season
• All travel, meals and lodging expenses covered while traveling in addition to staff apparel
• There are no medical or retirement benefits with this position at this time

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred at least (2) years’ experience in the golf or event management industries
• Passion & desire to develop a non-profit golf foundation, especially girls’ golf development
• A strong attention to detail in planning and executing events and programs
• Ability to interact and communicate with adults and children in a professional manner
• USGA Rules of Golf training a plus
• Experience playing competitive golf and/or directing events is a plus
• Experience in communications, writing or content development is a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel & Word and Google Suite, additional experience with Wordpress, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, HTML, Photoshop & Shotstat or other tournament operations software are a plus