Association Director – USSGA, FSGA

MGA

. Own the Annual Tournament end to end, including contracts, registration, pairings, payments, prizes, event materials, and on-site operations .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeElmsford • New York • United StatesLead💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in event management, including end-to-end tournament execution, member services, and operational oversight. Proficient in communication, team leadership, and maintaining historical records within the context of golf associations.

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Event ManagementTeam LeadershipMember ServicesMicrosoft Office ProficiencyGolf Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Event PlanningLogistics ManagementVendor NegotiationBudget PreparationPerformance Feedback

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Golf GeniusWeb Content ManagementMass-Communication Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Association ManagementTournament CycleClub CultureHistorical RecordsVolunteer Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the Annual Tournament end to end, including contracts, registration, pairings, payments, prizes, event materials, and on-site operations
Administer events in Golf Genius and oversee posting of results and photography to association websites
Produce the annual USSGA Yearbook, newsletters, and other publications
Maintain historical records of champions, results, and association milestones
Serve as primary contact for members, officers, Board members, and committee chairs
Lead the two-person USSGA/FSGA team by setting priorities, allocating work, coaching, and contributing to annual reviews
Manage dues, initiation, candidate processing, onboarding, status changes, and member records
Prepare Annual Meeting and Board of Governors materials and the annual budget
Support USSGA Special Events and Invitational Tournaments
Draft association communications and correspondence, including necrology and sympathy letters, and maintain event archives
Handle banking, bill payment, and reconciliation under MGA CFO oversight
Oversee USSGA Foundation/Memorial Fund appeals, contributions, reporting, and acknowledgements
Work alongside the incumbent during an extended shadowing period to learn the associations and annual cycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
5+ years of progressively responsible experience in association, club, event, member services, or operations management
Experience owning an event or tournament cycle end to end, including registration, logistics, vendor negotiation, and on-site execution
Experience working directly with volunteer officers, a board, and committee chairs
Experience supervising staff — assigning work, setting priorities, and giving performance feedback
Working knowledge of golf — the game, handicapping, championship formats, and club culture
Advanced Microsoft Office skills and comfort with web content and mass-communication tools
Basic Golf Genius proficiency or the ability to learn it; training provided
Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle access required
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available
Successful background check required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligibility for an annual bonus
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with employer profit-sharing contribution
PTO and paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's