Job Description
TALKING STICK GOLF CLUB Job Title: Player's Assistant
Location: Talking Stick Golf Club - Scottsdale, Arizona
Department: Golf Operations
Reports To: Head Golf Professional
Employment Type: Part-Time / Full-Time / Seasonal
Position Summary: As a Player's Assistant (Starter/Ranger) at Talking Stick Golf Club, you are responsible for managing the flow of play across our 36-hole facility, ensuring an exceptional and efficient golf experience for all guests. You will serve as a key representative of the club's service standards, upholding the pace of play, assisting tournament execution, and creating a welcoming atmosphere on the course.
Key Responsibilities: Starter Duties: - Warmly greet all guests at the tee and provide a professional, on-time start.
- Review course rules, pace of play expectations, and tournament formats with each group.
- Verify tee times and ensure proper check-in has occurred in the golf shop.
- Coordinate starting times to maintain an efficient and timely flow of play.
- Communicate with the golf shop and outside service team to ensure tee sheet accuracy and readiness.
Ranger Duties: - Monitor pace of play across both the O'odham and Piipaash Courses and provide courteous reminders to groups as needed.
- Assist guests on the course by offering directions, support, and ensuring safety and etiquette are upheld.
- Communicate with the starter and golf shop about delays, maintenance issues, or guest needs.
- Maintain radio communication with golf staff to relay tee time adjustments or tournament updates.
Tournament Support: - Support golf operations staff with tournament coordination, including tee time enforcement, pace of play management, and field logistics.
- Monitor special instructions for outings and communicate accordingly to participants.
- Assist with on-course contests, signage, and group movement during shotgun starts or multi-tee formats.
Preferred Attributes: - Friendly and confident demeanor with the ability to manage guest expectations diplomatically.
- Familiarity with GPS and pace-of-play technology a plus.
- Comfortable using two-way radios and mobile devices for staff communication.
About Talking Stick Golf Club: Talking Stick Golf Club features two distinct championship courses-O'odham and Piipaash-designed by the legendary team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. Located on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, the club offers premier daily-fee golf, top-tier guest service, and hosts numerous public and private tournaments throughout the year.
Employee Perks: - Golf privileges at Talking Stick Golf Club.
- Employee discounts on golf shop merchandise and food & beverage.
Requirements
Qualifications: - Must be at least 18 years old with reliable transportation.
- Knowledge of the game of golf, rules, etiquette, and golf course flow is required.
- Prior experience as a starter, ranger, or in golf operations preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on guest service.
- Ability to work outdoors in Arizona weather conditions for extended periods.
- Weekend, holiday, and tournament availability is required.
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Weekend work,