Job Title:
The Quarry at La Quinta First Assistant Golf Professional
Job Category:
Golf
Club:
The Quarry at La Quinta
Location:
La Quinta, CA Email this job
FIRST ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
THE
QUARRY AT LA QUINTA
LA
QUINTA, CA FIRST ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITY AT THE QUARRY AT LA QUINTA
The Quarry at La Quinta is accepting applications for a seasoned First Assistant
PGA/LPGA
professional to assist the new Director of Golf this coming season for one of the most exclusive golf operations in the golf rich Coachella Valley/Palm Springs area in Southern California. The Club has a golf-focused membership and is looking for someone who will see this opportunity as a career move to position themselves for a future in the exclusive private club industry. Under the leadership of the Director of Golf, this year-round professional will help lead a team of seasonal pros and outside services staff to deliver the "Ultimate Golf Experience" to the Club's Members and their guests. Focus on embodying the Club's Core Values will always be at the forefront of their day-to-day activities. This professional will assist the Director of Golf in hiring, training, and developing a high-functioning team and should enjoy mentoring young professionals to advance their careers. A passion and love for the game and its traditions will be a key trademark of the successful candidate. They should already have a strong track record of playing and teaching/coaching the game well, which will allow them to earn the respect of the membership. Strong tournament operations experience and experience with a no-tee-time facility will be a huge plus.
ABOUT THE QUARRY AT LA QUINTA
The Quarry at La Quinta is a private golf club that offers a world-class golf experience to fewer than 300 members. Since its inception, the Club has remained deeply committed to the founding principles that continue to distinguish it within the industry today. The Quarry provides its members with unimpeded access to the golf experience
- no tee times, limited events, and a deliberately small membership
- all of which contribute to a uniquely personal and unhurried atmosphere that delivers a very high-quality experience for members and their guests.
At the heart of the Club is its 20,000-square-foot clubhouse, thoughtfully designed around an indoor-outdoor concept that captures stunning panoramic views of the golf course and the Santa Rosa Mountains. The setting creates a relaxed yet refined dining environment, where the culinary program and pre-and-post round camaraderie plays a central role in the overall member experience. Golf Digest has recognized the Club's Championship Course as one of "America's 100 Greatest Courses" every year since its debut in 1994. The Quarry is equally known for its exceptional course conditioning, currently recognized as one of the best-conditioned golf courses in California and among the finest in the country. Complementing the Championship Course, the Club's 10-hole Short Course is widely regarded as one of the top par-3 courses in the world. With flexible playability ranging from 50 to 380 yards, it offers a dynamic and engaging extension of the Quarry golf experience, mirroring the main course's strategy, beauty, and character.
THE QUARRY AT LA QUINTA BY THE NUMBERS
Members:
250 | Average age of membership: 64
Total Annual Gross Volume $12M
$140,000 Approximate Initiation Fee
$9.2M Approximate Annual Dues
$450,000 Approximate Soft Good Volume
$200,000 Approximate Hard Good Volume
$25,000 Approximate Instruction Volume
14,500 Approximate annual rounds of golf
100 FTE employees
Golf Operations Employees:
3FTE year-round plus 3 seasonal pros and 12 outside service staff
Club is closed from mid-June to August | Limited-Service from mid-August to October
Peak Season:
November to June
6 Board Members with three-year terms
Jonas Encore POS and Club Accounting System
THE QUARRY AT LA QUINTA WEBSITE
www.thequarrygc.com
FIRST ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL
OVERVIEW
The First Assistant Golf Professional (FAGP) at The Quarry at La Quinta will be the right hand to the new Director of Golf and the second-in-command of all golf operations at the Quarry. They must embody the highest levels of integrity, professionalism, and diplomacy, and be an energized, highly engaged professional. Visibility by both members and staff daily will be a noticeable trademark of this professional. This individual will assist in directing all golf programming and training, manage all staff in the golf department, assist with the retail operation, and ensure the member experience is exceptional daily. A focus on ensuring every touchpoint reflects the Club's commitment to "Elevating Excellence" is of great importance. The First Assistant Golf Professional must be a team player with a true penchant for hospitality, love the game of golf, and be equally passionate about helping Quarry members enjoy the game and enhance their experience at every visit to the club.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE NEW FIRST ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL
Serve as the primary point of contact for members and guests in the absence of the Director of Golf, consistently providing personalized and anticipatory service.
Maintain a strong presence throughout the Golf Shop, practice facilities, and golf course to ensure a high level of member engagement and operational awareness.
Perform daily Golf Shop opening and closing procedures, including reconciliation of the day's business.
Communicate regularly with the Director of Golf regarding operational priorities, member feedback, and staff performance.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and presentation standards of the Golf Shop, office, and storage areas.
Assist in scheduling Assistant Golf Professionals and outside services, assigning daily operational responsibilities to ensure efficient workflow and service execution.
Assists the Director of Golf in ensuring the golf department provides outstanding service to Members and their guests.
Assists the caddie master with the caddie program by facilitating relevant information regarding members with requests.
Anticipates potential list of daily players and their needs, caddies, equipment, etc.
Ensures that all computer systems are working properly, that sales are being processed correctly, and that all equipment is functional.
Ensure the practice facilities are consistently presented to the Club's standards and the golf cart fleet is maintained in exceptional condition at all times.
Devotes a reasonable number of hours to playing golf with the Members and their guests, regardless of their golfing capabilities. Such play shall not be considered a playing lesson.
Represents The Quarry at professional golf activities, including various tournaments as time permits.
Develop a high level of trust and confidence with the membership.
Leadership
- Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote, and exemplify Company values, and represent departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers.
Customer Service
- Follow up on complaints, questions, and concerns; respond to internal/external customer needs in a friendly, timely, and efficient manner.
Teamwork
- Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers.
Safety
- Comply with established safe work practices and attend to all safety-related training provided or made available by the Company.
Assist in the planning, organization, and execution of golf tournaments, member events, and golf programming by managing member communications, start times, cart logistics, and event operations, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional member satisfaction.
Assist in the preparation and distribution of membership communication emails.
Assist in maintaining and overseeing the Club's GHIN handicap system and related reporting functions.
Work closely with the Merchandiser to support golf shop merchandising, inventory management, fitting events, apparel promotions, and visual display standards.
Contribute positively to the overall culture, professionalism, and service standards of the Quarry.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
A verifiable record of working closely and successfully in a private club, with an active Board and committee structure.
Knowledgeable in best practices today and tech savvy, member-focused
Has established a record of successful management of outside services and assistant golf professionals. Exceptionally strong communication skills with members and staff, creating an open exchange environment to move the golf operations forward in a consistently positive, passionate manner.
The candidate must be an outgoing, relationship driven professional who truly enjoys the club environment.
Personal character that personifies professionalism on and off the golf course.
A confident player, as there are frequent playing opportunities with members and guests.
EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Golf Management, but not required
In lieu of the degree, substantial golf professional and private club experience will be considered.
Minimum 3 years of experience in preferably private or resort club golf operations.
A PGA/LPGA
Class "A" member or Associate professional in good standing who has passed Level II with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a like or similar type of facility is desired.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club offers an excellent bonus and benefits package, including association membership.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Club offers an excellent bonus and benefit package, including Professional Dues and Education expenses for PGA members.
Salary Range:
$90,000
- $100,000 plus bonus and lesson income.
INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY
Please upload your resume and cover letter, in that order, using the link below. You should have your documents fully prepared and ready to attach when prompted during the online application process. Please be sure your image is not present on your resume or cover letter; that should be used on your LinkedIn Profile. Prepare a thoughtful cover letter addressed to The Quarry at La Quinta search committee. Clearly articulate your alignment with this role, why you want to be considered for this position at this stage of your career, and why the Club and the La Quinta, CA area will benefit you, your family, your career, and the Club if selected. You must apply for this role as soon as possible, but no later than Saturday, July 11, 2026. Candidate selections will occur late July, with the first Interviews expected in early August, and the second interviews shortly thereafter. The successful candidate should assume their role in early September.
IMPORTANT
Save your resume and letter in the following manner:
"Last Name, First Name
- Resume" &
"Last Name, First Name
- Cover Letter
- Quarry"
(These documents should be in Word or PDF format.
)
Note:
Once you complete the application process for this search, you cannot go back to add additional documents. If you have any questions, please email
Bethany Taylor:
bethany@kkandw.com
Lead Search Executive:
Paul K. Levy, CMAA, PGA
Search & Consulting Executive
O:
(833) KKW-HIRE, ext. 711
M:
(760) 417-9048
paul@kkandw.com