Oakmont Country Club, Oakmont, Pa

OAKMONT COUNTRY CLUB, OAKMONT, PA National Historic Landmark 1903 GENERAL MANAGER Few venues in the world of golf have the championship tradition of Oakmont Country Club. Built in 1903 by owner/designer Henry Clay Fownes, Oakmont Country Club has hosted more combined USGA and PGA championships than any other course in the U.S., including eight United States Opens, five U.S. Amateurs, three PGA Championships, and two U.S. Women’s Opens. Oakmont remains perhaps the most difficult course in North America, with 210 deep bunkers (personified by the Church Pews), hard and slick greens that slope away from the player, and tight fairways requiring the utmost precision. Oakmont was the site of “the greatest round of the 20th century”: Johnny Miller’s final round 63 at the 1973 U.S. Open. Golf Digest ranks Oakmont #4 in its most recent version of America’s Top 100 courses and # 7 in the national Platinum Club ranking. Although the crown jewels of Oakmont are the golf course and practice facility the club is home to 400 member families and has very active junior golf & swimming programs. Tennis courts and Platform tennis are also available as well as a skeet range used in the off season. Oakmont Country Club is a century old facility that has a great sense of tradition and history. Whether it is an intimate dining experience in the Fownes Room, a business meeting in the Library or an extravagant wedding in the Ballroom, this national historic landmark offers a perfect setting for members and their guest’s next meeting or event. Oakmont’s exquisite facilities are ideal for business meetings of any nature. With over 100-plus years of tradition and history the club also has the dedication and commitment of a leadership team with 500-plus years of experience. Please visit www.oakmont-countryclub.org to view the rich history of how Oakmont became what it is today. Oakmont Country Club Mission Statement Oakmont Country Club is a premier country club and National Historic Landmark which is renowned for its challenging course and golf traditions. We strive to maintain our standing as one of the world's best championship venues while retaining the fellowship and culture of one of the finest country clubs in the nation. Kopplin & Kuebler, LLC Page 1 www.kopplinandkuebler.com Position Description The General Manager shall report to the House Chairman and ultimately the Board of Governors for the operational management of Oakmont Country Club. This executive will be highly visible, accessible to the membership and staff, and possess the energy and enthusiasm to consistently deliver the highest caliber club experience throughout the property. The General Manager, working with the controller, will be responsible for proposing and delivering fiscally sound clubhouse operations as approved by the Finance Committee and the Board of Governors. The General Manager should be knowledgeable in delivering a high quality food and beverage operation to the membership and will be expected to work closely with the Chef, culinary staff and service staff. This individual must be a leader capable of assisting the Board of Governors in their creation of policy and future planning, providing operational direction to the staff and being accountable for attaining mutually agreed upon objectives. The General Manager is expected to work closely with club members, committees and staff and to carefully consider their input. Specifically the General Manager will be responsible for the following: Overall responsibility for all clubhouse operations. Providing an excellent Club experience for members. Demonstrates both immediate and long-term fiscal leadership. Preparing the Club’s operating and capital budgets in conjunction with the Club’s Controller. Responsible for fiscal management of the Board approved clubhouse budgets. Implementing all policies established by the Board. Providing the membership with a variety of first rate food and Beverage experiences within a competitive price range. Providing outstanding Club special events. Creating and maintaining a positive employee work environment. Seeing that the staff is given the necessary training and provided the appropriate equipment to successfully and safely do their jobs. Work with the Club’s management staff, including golf and grounds departments, in developing and implementing strategies to maximize the members use and their enjoyment of their Club. Upkeep and maintenance of all club and campus facilities. Assists the Board in developing strategic and long range planning. Being visible and representing the Club in a positive manner. Qualifications & Experience The successful candidate should: Possess unimpeachable integrity. Have a passion for the Club and the Community. Be a person of action, willing to take positions, provide guidance to the Board and to be accountable for decisions. Kopplin & Kuebler, LLC Page 2 www.kopplinandkuebler.com Have experience in the private club field as a general manager or as an assistant manager at a premier club. Have the ability to successfully work with and direct a wide variety of personalities. Have the knowledge and experience necessary to lead an outstanding, well rounded (ala carte, special function and banquet) Club food and beverage operation. Be experienced in facility maintenance and renovation. Be able to set and achieve goals and objectives. Understand all of the Club’s fiscal operations and have the ability to create and control budgets and projects. Possess excellent communication (writing and verbal) skills. Other Qualifications: The successful candidate must be skilled in working productively with both members and staff, valuing their concerns and encouraging progress through a participatory leadership style. The successful candidate must have very strong leadership and financial management skills and be capable of creating and implementing successful programs and policies. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated ability to maintain a balanced and fulfilling personal life for self and family. The candidate should be active and well respected in his or her local and national CMAA organization. A college degree and the CCM are preferred. This position is available immediately. Salary: Open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club, along with the typical CMAA benefits, offers a bonus and benefit package. Email or fax resume to: KOPPLIN & KUEBLER Attn: Nan Fisher Email: [email protected] Fax: 480-443-9642 Dick Kopplin is the lead partner on this search. Kopplin & Kuebler, LLC Page 3 www.kopplinandkuebler.com .

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