Description

Overview

Bellingham, WA | The front nine of Sudden Valley is relatively open and flat and borders the shores of Lake Whatcom. Fairway landing areas are relatively generous and the greens are large. However, the back nine follows a ridge uphill with narrow evergreen-fringed fairways and smaller greens that have more character. Sudden Valley is considered a true masterpiece, stressing finesse and accuracy with water hazards on fourteen of the eighteen holes and some forty-seven bunkers sprinkled throughout the course.

Sudden Valley Golf Club has been described by some reviewers with phrases like "...there is just something about it that is magic..." and "...it has some incredible views, great landscaping, and is just a pleasure to play. The front 9 is pretty flat and features some tough shots into the green but has some very fun tees to hit off of. The back 9 is very hilly and has some amazing tees including the 15th (I think) where you tee of a ridge that is easily 150 feet above the fairway." Another reviewer wrote, "You really have to think your way around this course. Overall, I loved the course and can't wait to play it again."

Sudden Valley GC is a semi-private Golf Club with a very active membership. The golf course is owned and ultimately overseen by the Sudden Valley Community Association homeowners.

The Position | Sudden Valley Golf Club is looking for a 1st Assistant Professional who possesses the experience and work ethic to be a leader with the Head Professional and Director of Golf in developing, instituting, and managing member and public oriented programs and services. These include, but are not limited to: member golf events, outside golf tournaments, leagues, services, merchandising, managing the outside service staff and assisting with reporting. Salary will be based on experience. We expect our 1st Assistant to be an active instructor as there is a significant demand for golf instruction.

Sudden Valley GC is a semi-private Golf Club with a very active membership. The golf course is owned and ultimately overseen by the Sudden Valley Community Association homeowners.

Experience Required

• PGA Member or Apprentice preferred; if not, individual should desire to actively pursue PGA membership in a timely manner through the PGA Professional Golf Management (PGA PGM) program.
• 1+ Years of Assistant Golf Professional Experience preferred.
• Competencies with golf shop POS systems and Microsoft Office preferred, as well as:
• • Golf Genius and Tournament Management.
  • Merchandise knowledge of ordering and displaying product.
  • Strong Member Service Background or equivalent retail service experience.
  • Teaching of all levels of golfers.
• A true passion for the game of golf and the desire to grow the game and our Club.

Essential Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Head Professional, the 1st Assistant Professional:
• • Provides consistent, high level effort to deliver memorable and anticipatory customer service to members and their guests.
  • Participates in the accomplishment of tasks, goals and preparations for all golf activities, training new employees, and customer service.
  • Organizes and coordinates golf leagues, outings, tournaments, special events, conducts outside staff training, coaching, etc. as directed.
  • Models professionalism with tee-time coordination, handicapping, leading in the consistent delivery of member-centric service, ensuring golf department and Club policies are well-executed through good team communication and management practices, etc.
• The 1st Assistant Professional supports the Head Professional in merchandising the golf shop, as well as the reporting and maintenance of an accurate inventory.
• This position is focused on golf operations, but will also assist in delivery of member engagement and player development. This includes teaching clinics, junior camps, private/group lessons, club fittings and the accurate reporting of these efforts.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing, understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with community association management, co-workers and members. In addition, modeling PGA level professionalism and leadership for subordinates in the Golf Department is critical, as is conforming with and abiding by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary is based on experience and qualifications of candidate: $45,000 - $49,500.
• Salary is paid based on an hourly rate and overtime pay is budgeted/available.
• 90% of lesson income (estimated range annually $8k - $12k).
• Merchandise Sales Commissions.
• Medical and dental coverage paid at 100% after 90 days per SVCA policy.
• Playing privileges per SVCA policies.
• 2 weeks paid vacation plus 12 paid days off per year.

Applicant Information

• Deadline for Resumes: May 15, 2026 or until filled. Due to seasonality, employer reserves right to interview candidates before this date and offer a position should the right candidate be found.
• Anticipated Start Date: As soon as is workable for the selected candidate.
• Candidates with questions and/or interest in this position are encouraged to reach out directly to:
• Kevin LeDuc, PGA Director of Golf | kleduc@suddenvalley.com