Golf Course Player Assistant

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: 

The Player’s Assistant will have a primary day-to-day responsibility to monitor and control pace of play by communicating with players and ensuring guests have all necessary information to fully enjoy their golf experience.  

• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of concessions facilities and equipment.
• Interact with guests in a courteous and professional manner and provide a positive experience.
• Provide directions and answer questions of golfers.
• Knowledgeable of course policies and enforce said policies to players on the course.
• Deep clean restrooms around the golf course daily.
• Report equipment, sprinkler, or golf cart malfunctions to maintenance and/or Pro Shop.
• Check tee sheets periodically to ensure everyone on the course is on tee sheet.
• Control the pace of play, and address golfers who need to adjust their timing.
• 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 Requirements:

• None

Job Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of golf course timing and policies.
• Able to work independently and take initiative to assist with projects as needed.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Reliable, on time, and ready for every shift.
• Provide outstanding guest service.

Required Education and Experience

• Must have a clean U.S. Driver's License.
• Must give exceptional service to all guests.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and create solutions if needed.
• Previous Golf Course experience required.
• 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 hot and humid climate. Works in all weather conditions as needed. 

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?

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