Description

Overview

The City of Seward is seeking a visionary leader to build upon the continued success of the Seward
Community Golf Course ( https://golfseward.com/ ). The Manager will work in coordination with the Golf Course Superintendent to ensure top-quality experience for patrons. Primary responsibilities will include the day-to-day management and operation of the municipal nine-hole golf course, clubhouse, pro shop, and concessions area. The position is expected year-round but may allow some flexibility based on the season. Experience with customer service and bar/concessions management is a must, with golf course management principles possible to be learned on the job. Physical requirements. Valid driver's license required.

Applications accepted until filled. First review of applications on January 22, 2026.  Must meet minimum requirements. Reasonable accommodations available for persons needing assistance in completing application & should be made at time of application. All positions of employment with the City of Seward are subject to a Veteran's Preference. Equal Opportunity Employer.

City of Seward
Attn: Derek Bargmann
537 Main St., P.O. Box 38
Seward, NE 68434-0038

You must fully complete the application in order to be considered for the position. In addition, you may attach a resume, cover letter, certifications or other related personal qualification information relevant to this job.

Experience Required

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Good oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate on a daily basis with the public, employees, volunteers, City Officials, and other city departments; high degree of organization skills; thorough knowledge and understanding of: golf course principles, etiquette, concepts and techniques, objectives, practices and procedures for the administration of a public golf course; good hand-eye coordination; basic computer skills, specifically, MS Office; basic mathematical skills; ability to: plan, execute and evaluate programs on a continuing basis; manage conflict; operate equipment (computer, photocopier, fax machine, postage meter, credit card system, security system, public address system, snack bar equipment, golf cart and cash register); work indoors and outdoors year-round; work in recreation and construction sites with exposure to dust, noise and hazards; sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, finger and handle objects; focus and maintain close, distance and peripheral vision with depth perception; lift up to 50 pounds; work varying schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Five (5) years of experience in playing golf; two (2) years of experience in supervising employees; possess a

Essential Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

Collects green fees, reserves tee times, schedules, coordinates and supervises leagues (including computer generated handicapping, tournaments and special events); promotes the golf course and encourage play; oversees the concession stand, including ordering food and beverages and maintaining snack bar inventory; schedules golf events; performs cart maintenance; schedules rentals; establishes programming; explains and enforces golf rules and regulations; balances cash drawer and makes daily bank deposits; maintains and cleans the clubhouse, including restrooms, basement, storage rooms and exterior patio; identifies and advises the Public Properties Director regarding building and facility maintenance; works closely with Golf Course Superintendent on special events and feedback from golf players; supervises and schedules seasonal part-time personnel; performs personnel evaluations and assists in employee recruitment, training, hiring and discipline; requisitions, prices, and maintains inventory of materials, equipment and supplies; assists in annual budget preparation and monitors revenues and expenses to ensure budget compliance; regular and reliable attendance; other duties as assigned.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists in the development of long and short-term golf course improvement plans; prepares reports and maintains records; responds to citizen inquiries, complaints and information requests; compiles and maintains program mailing lists; completes and files accident/incident forms; develops and implements safety and training programs; assists public and answers and directs phone calls; represents the City at activities or functions to market golf course.

Benefits

• Manager shall be entitled to ninety-five percent (95%) of the gross income generated from the provision of golf lessons. The manager shall record all lessons in the point-of-sale system provided by the city.
• Manager shall be entitled to fifty percent (50%) of the gross income generated from the repair of club grips(gross income defined as revenue minus the cost of the grips). For any other golf club repair, the Manager shall be entitled to one hundred percent (100%) of the gross income generated.
• Manager shall be entitled to fifty percent (50%) of the gross income generated from thesale of merchandise (gross income defined as revenue minus the cost of the merchandise).
• Compensation shall be distributed to the Manager on a monthly basis.