VSWGA News

VSWGA Job Opportunity

Job Description:            USGA Golf Intern
Reports to:                    Executive Administrator (a.k.a. State Day/Points Chair)
Assists:                         Executive Administrator, Board, Committee Chairs and VSWGA members          Hours/Days:                 Average 35-40 hrs/week August 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Salary:                          To Be Determined by VSWGA Board based on USGA  Recommendation

Overview

The USGA Golf Intern assists the VSWGA Board, Committee Chairs and Tournament Chairs with Member Services, Handicapping, Rules Workshops, State Day Coordination, Course Rating, Junior Girls Program and Office Administration. In addition, the Intern provides periodic summaries of activities to the VSWGA membership via the website and newsletters.

Desired Qualifications

College degree or equivalent;
Knowledge and interest in the game of golf, its history and traditions;
Knowledge of the USGA Handicap System and Course Rating System;
Proficiency with Windows, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Publisher;
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously;
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
Experience working with volunteers.

General Duties/Member Services – (Under direction of Executive Administrator)

Assist with the operation of the VSWGA Office;
Field incoming inquires from members or other individuals and organizations;
Handle general correspondence as directed;
Attend relevant educational events and meetings of interest to position;
Assist with various mailings and other related activities.
Assist with Board meeting preparation and related “To Do” activities;
Assist with preparation for the Annual Membership meeting;
Assist with the State Day book publication:
Work with Chelsea Tee Time system.

State Days & Tournaments – (Under direction of Tournament Chair and/or State Day/Points Chair)

Communicate and visit host clubs to assist with on-site preparation and processing of State Days and State Tournaments;
Assist in tournament setup (TPP) activities, as well as registrations, photos, reporting results and other duties as needed;
Assist with preparation for Final Awards Day and attend event;
Assist Website Administrator with press releases.

Course Rating – (Under direction of Course Rating Chair)

Assist with the scheduling and processing of course ratings;
Participate at on-site course ratings;

Handicap – (Under direction of Handicap Chair)

Assist with handicap inquires from clubs and individual members;
Prepare invoices to clubs for GHIN fees;

SEND RESUMES TO:      Sue Ming, State Day and Points Chair
                                                449 Cotton Road
                                                Lyndonville, VT 05851
                                                Phone: 802-626-3783
                                                Email: sueming@surfglobal.net