Department of the Air Force

GOLF FACILITY MANAGER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Edwards AFB, California Full time

GOLF FACILITY MANAGER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Edwards AFB, California

Salary Range: $47490 - $113185 Per Year

Job Summary: Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for more information. The primary purpose of this position is to contribute to readiness and improve productivity through Services programs that promote and enhance the wellness, morale, and quality of life for the entire base community.

Major Duties:

  • Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. Plans and administers a complex Golf Program for the total Base populace and other authorized patrons. Plan funding requirements for a yearly cash and quarterly operation budget. Responsible for maintenance of real and installed property inventories, replacements, redecoration, expansion, and improvements.

Qualifications: Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions. GENERALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 3 years of generalized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in other pay systems. Generalized experience is experience that demonstrates the ability to: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. OR EDUCATION: 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the grade levels specified in the table. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. Ideal Candidate: We are seeking a visionary and highly organized Golf Course Manager to lead, innovate, and oversee a comprehensive golf program for our military community and authorized patrons. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional who seamlessly balances the daily execution of exceptional golf services with rigorous financial management, staff leadership, and long-term facility planning. 2 years of golf course operations management experience desired. 2 years of golf pro shop retail and inventory management experience desired. 2 years of facility capital improvement planning experience desired. PGA Class A certificate desired. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge and demonstrated skill of the game and business of Golf, Golf Course operations, including grounds maintenance, hospitality industry (food, beverage, and entertainment), and golf industry in general. Certifications or qualification equivalent to the US professional golf association class A and formal PGA certification is desired. 2. Ability to plan and execute complex multi-faceted projects simultaneously. Ability in arranging and supervising events involving protocol (military and civilian) and decorum extended to high level Commanders, their guests, and dignitaries. 3. Knowledge of military, civilian personnel, and NAF personnel policies, procedures, rules and regulations in order to plan, organize and direct a large and diverse workforce. NAF personnel policies and procedures imperative. 4. Skills in writing and oral communication to review and edit a wide variety of reports, briefing slides, and management responses to higher levels of management. Use of government computer to produce correspondence and track data a necessity. 5. Ability to analyze problems, conduct research, analyze facts, and devise solutions. Ability to identify changes and trends. 6. Knowledge of financial management, especially budget preparation, NAF financial analysis, inventory controls. Ability to prepare NAF and APF budgets a must and protect short- and long-term capital improvements. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 05/08/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12946284 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s). PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

Application Deadline: 2026-05-08