Bully Pulpit PGM Intern

Our Company:

There’s no organization quite like the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (TRMF). We’re a premiere tourism operation—and we’re a 501c(3) non-profit. We welcome hundreds of thousands of guests to an exciting, diverse lineup of entertainment, historical, and educational attractions—and we work tirelessly to connect people to Medora for positive life changing experiences. 

TRMF was established in 1986—but our story begins before that. In 1962, nationally renowned businessman Harold Schafer took an interest in a historic old town named Medora. He loved its history, its striking location, and its potential to inspire others. So he began revitalizing the old town: he restored a historic hotel, brought the Medora Musical to town, and so much more. 

It was 1986 when the Schafer family, with Harold ready to retire from business, donated all they’d created in Medora to establish the non-profit Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation. 

In the years since, we’ve grown from a staff of a handful of folks to more than 90 full-time employees, with hundreds more seasonal workers and over 650 volunteers. We’ve awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of scholarships to our staff. The Medora Musical has earned the attention of The New York Times. And we’ve earned a reputation as the #1 tourism and hospitality provider in North Dakota. 

We are a team of people who draw inspiration from Medora. We deeply respect this place, and the people we meet here. We deliver excellence in hospitality. We work with creativity and integrity. We’re a family that values family. 

We are the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation. 

This Position:

A Bully Pulpit PGM Intern will work with the Golf Course Management team to promote and direct the golf course activities  

• Participate in the management and maintenance of the Pro Shop, Golf Carts, and other Golf Course assets.
• Work with outside services team, players assistants, and helping to maintain golf cart fleet.
• Assist in the Pro Shop with assigning tee times and selling merchandise to guests.
• Assist with day of tournament operations.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of concessions facilities and equipment.
• Interact with guests in a courteous and professional manner and provide a positive experience.
• Knowledgeable of course policies and enforce said policies to players on the course.
• Report equipment, sprinkler, or golf cart malfunctions to the golf superintendent or Clubhouse Manager.
• Patrol the golf course and maintain cleanliness of restrooms, ball washers, traps and parking lot.
• Participate in workplace safety meetings.
• Promote sales of events and services by providing all guests with enthusiastic and accurate information for these offerings.
• Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers, and management consistent with TRMF values.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Will assist in supervision of clubhouse staff, including opening or closing duties.

Job Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Reliable, on time, and ready for every shift.
• Provide outstanding guest service.

Required Education and Experience 

• Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and create solutions if needed.
• Previous Golf Course experience preferred.
• Must be familiar with golf terminology or show an aptitude to learn.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must be fluent in English, bilingual a plus.

Work Environment

This position is both an indoor and outdoor position. Indoor settings will be in a controlled, temperate environment while outside conditions may be in a hotter climate, especially at the Medora Musical.  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk, hear, hand/eye coordination, stand, walk, have repetitive use of hands and arms, and grasp. Visual acuity to determine accuracy, details and transcribe data, determine neatness and thoroughness of work assigned, and determine safety of workplace surroundings for themselves and guests. Occasionally required to push, pull, stoop, bend, lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Must be able to work long hours, and available for evenings, weekends and holidays as required.  

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of TRMF to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, TRMF will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. 

Our Location:

TRMF is located in the heart of the Badlands: Medora, North Dakota. 

It’s situated near the border separating North Dakota and Montana, along Interstate 94. Medora is the basecamp to Theodore Roosevelt National Park: 110 square miles of rugged beauty. You’re never more than a few minutes away from a night under the stars or a bike ride along the thrilling Maah Daah Hey Trail. In Medora, beauty and adventure abound. 

Our central hub of operations, the Life Skills Center, is a state-of-the-art campus, purpose-built for the glory of work and the joy of living. It features a dining room, a fitness center, as well as spaces for music, studying, learning, prayer, reflection, and socializing—all designed with our employees in mind. 

Why Apply?

Has a genuine passion and interest for the game of golf and learning the inner workings of the operations of a public golf course  

You have a passion for exploring beautiful places and meeting people from around the world.  

Competitive wages with great opportunities for overtime work  

Affordable company provided housing on-site 

Employee meals provided at low cost in employee dining room  

Explore Medora and its attractions free or at discounted costs. Including the Medora Musical, Bully Pulpit Golf Course, Trail Rides, Mini Golf, Retail Shops and more!  

Contact Us:

Learn more at www.medora.com/employment