Golf Course Ranger

Golf Ranger I (Course Marshal)
Requisition ID: 
40625
Company
The City of Vancouver
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Main Purpose & Function
Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation, Golf Operations, is comprised of three (3) Championship length courses, Fraserview, Langara, and McCleery, as well as three (3) Pitch and Putt properties. 
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
The Course Marshal is responsible for ensuring that players are moving about without undue delay around these Championship courses. The position would investigate and remove causes of bottlenecks on the Golf Courses. The Course Marshal also patrols the Golf Course on foot or by driving a motorized golf cart to observe players and to ensure that people do not enter the course by unauthorized means. 
The Course Marshal checks players' tickets to ensure that only those who have paid admission use the course. This position also ensures that regulations for the Golf Course are complied with. The Course Marshal will perform related work as required. 
As the golf operation is open 7 days a week, the successful candidate must be able to work a variety of days and shifts including evenings and weekends. The successful candidate must also be available to work at multiple Golf Course locations either on foot or by driving a motorized golf cart. 
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
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-Some related work experience at a Golf Course.
-Experience as a Golf Course marshal or experience in Golf Course operations is preferred but note that specific training is provided.
-Experience in any industry where emphasis is on an exceptional customer experience.
 
 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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-Strong people skills geared to resolving problems and keeping good customer relations.
-Ability to engage and deal courteously and effectively with the public.
-Ability to make decisions in accordance with, and to enforce, the policies and rules of the course.
-Responsible for assuring that the golfers pace of play is within the set expectations for the course.
-Performance of other duties as required such as maintenance and cleaning of Golf Course items.
-Working knowledge of Golf Course policies and rules.
-Working knowledge of the rules of golfing.
-Ability to lift a minimum of 20 kg
 
A current and valid BC Driver’s is preferred. The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out job responsibilities. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements of the Department.
 
The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.
Business Unit/Department: 
Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 
Affiliation: 
CUPE 15 Parks 
Employment Type: 
Auxiliary/Casual 
Position Start Date: 
dependent on staffing requirements for 2024
Salary Information: 
Pay Grade GR-011: $22.98 to $26.87 per hour 
Number of vacancies: Multiple 
Application closing date: March 17th, 2024
At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous applicants, all genders, nationalities and persons with disabilities. 
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 
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