Description
GCSAA is seeking a seasoned, proactive, detail-oriented professional to serve as a trusted partner to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This high-impact role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, organization and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise.
As the primary point of contact for the CEO's office, you'll play a critical role in supporting executive leadership, coordinating Board and high-level communication, and ensuring the smooth operation of the Executive Office. Success in this role depends as much on building trusted relationships as it does on exceptional organization. You’ll work closely with board members, past presidents, allied organizations, VIPs, and internal leaders while representing the Office of the CEO with professionalism and discretion. This position also plays a key role in delivering an outstanding experience at the annual GCSAA Conference and Trade Show.
This role manages the CEO’s complex calendar, coordinates Board activities and executive meetings, prepares presentations and executive materials, arranges travel, oversees executive correspondence, maintains confidential records and helps keep key initiatives and projects moving forward.
About GCSAA
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), is a non-profit, membership-driven association serving more than 21,000 members in 78 countries. Our team of approximately 95 employees is dedicated to serving our members, advancing their profession and improving communities through the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Our culture is built around a simple philosophy: Everyone paddles.
In addition to GCSAA’s competitive compensation and benefits package, GCSAA offers generous paid leave, a hybrid work schedule (two remote days per week), opportunities for community involvement, year-round casual attire, wellness incentives and staff events that reflect our collaborative culture.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Apply online at: https://www.gcsaa.org/who-we-are/careers-at-GCSAA.
If you need further assistance applying, please email hrmail@gcsaa.org.
GCSAA promotes a welcoming and inclusive environment and is proud to be an EOE.
Requirements
- Qualified candidates possess:
- Exceptional judgment, discretion and the ability to handle highly confidential information with professionalism
- Adaptability, resourcefulness, and the ability to work autonomously while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including drafting executive correspondence, presentations, and talking points
- Ability to anticipate needs, proactively solve problems and adapt quickly as priorities evolve
- Proven success building trusted with executives, board members, allied partners and internal teams
- Ability to respond to time-sensitive matters outside traditional business hours
- Minimum three to five years experience supporting a CEO, C-suite executive, executive leadership team or Board of Directors
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications or related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint/Keynote), in an Apple (Mac/iOS) environment; experience with association or membership-based organizations is preferred
- Ability to travel annually to the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show
- Must reside within a commutable distance of GCSAA headquarters in Lawrence, KS
