Manager of Golf

Lead Our Golf Team into a New Era

The City of Aurora seeks a Manager of Golf to guide our community courses toward a bright and sustainable future. This leadership role oversees the strategy and operations of our public golf system, ensuring every player enjoys a top-tier experience. We are looking for a dedicated professional who is ready to mentor a talented team that is eager to grow under the right guidance.

Success in Aurora is built on our Core4 values. These principles define how we work together and serve our residents:

• Integrity:
  We lead by example and always do what is right for the game and the city.
• Customer Service:
  We strive to provide every golfer with a welcoming and memorable visit.
• Respect:
  We value the diverse skills of our staff and create an inclusive environment for all.
• Professionalism:
  We maintain high standards in course conditions, safety, and business operations.

You will be the driving force behind a beloved community asset. Your days will involve balancing the needs of the greens with the goals of the business. By sharing your expertise in golf management and horticulture, you will help our staff reach their full potential. Joining Aurora means becoming part of a supportive network that values fresh ideas and a hands‑on approach to leadership.

The hiring range for this role is $95,460 - $119,325/year

Salary to be commensurate with experience.

The deadline for submitting applications is Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Please note that the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing application screenings on a first‑come, first‑served basis. As soon as we determine that we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

Plans, manages, and administers the city’s golf program, which includes 5 golf courses. This is a managerial role with supervisory responsibilities, as well as a focus on both short‑term and long‑term operational planning and financial stewardship.

• Manages the Golf Division as an enterprise fund supporting five golf courses
• Responsible for hiring, managing, and evaluating five Head Golf Professionals and five Golf Course Superintendents
• Daily activities include reviewing work methods and standards with all work groups, addressing employee and/or citizen issues, short/long term program and operational planning, monitoring financials, approving spending, coordinating flow of purchasing documents, overseeing marketing activities and managing concession contracts
• Manage annual budget process for the Golf Fund involving multiple budgets for courses and administration
• Manage capital spending and coordinate with other divisions/departments on operational issues and projects
• Oversee golf programming, instructional services, and lesson curriculum across all facilities to ensure alignment with professional standards and industry best practices
• Performs other related duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in golf course management, business administration, horticulture, or closely related field

• At least five years progressively responsible supervisory experience in golf course management positions as a Head Professional, Golf Course Superintendent, Director/Manager of Golf, or equivalent senior leadership experience in golf operations management

• Master’s degree in business administration, horticulture, or closely related field
• Regional Manager, General Manager or Director/Manager of Golf experience overseeing multiple public golf courses (preferably municipal)

• Comprehensive knowledge of traditional financial and operational practices utilized in public golf management
• Knowledge of the complexities…