General Manager, The Country Club of Scranton

About The Club

Founded in 1896, the Country Club of Scranton is a premier, member-owned private club set atop a scenic hillside in northeastern Pennsylvania. Overlooking a nationally acclaimed 27-hole golf facility, the Club blends rich tradition with a strong commitment to excellence across golf, dining, social life, and family amenities. Located less than two hours from New York City and Philadelphia, the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre region offers a four-season lifestyle, strong school systems, and a vibrant arts and culture scene.

The Old Course, originally designed by Walter Travis, was ranked #4 in Pennsylvania in 2024 by Top100golfcourses.com and is consistently recognized among the Top 100 Classic Courses by Golfweek . The Club is actively engaged with architect Brian Schneider to guide future golf course stewardship and capital planning.

The Club at a Glance

• Established in 1896
• 27 holes of championship golf
• 30,000 annual golf rounds
• 783 total memberships (448 full-privilege)
• $8M total gross revenue
• $2.2M in F&B revenue
• 154 seasonal / 59 year-round employees
• Year-round clubhouse operation with just scheduled events in January and February

Facilities & Amenities

• 18-hole Walter Travis–designed course (7,015 yards, par 72)
• 9-hole Hurzdan-designed course (3,322 yards, par 36)
• 28,000 sq. ft. historic clubhouse
• Multiple dining venues and event spaces
• Club-owned Golf Pro Shop
• Golf simulators in the off-season (Pro Shop and Men’s Locker Room)
• 4,500 sq. ft. pool complex with water features and Oasis Pool Bar
• Robust junior golf program with 200 participants
• Active social, golf, and family programming
• The Club is actively investing in its facilities and long-term infrastructure.

About The Position

The General Manager reports to the Club President and the Board of Directors and serves as the Club’s Chief Operating Officer. This is a highly visible leadership role charged with overseeing all aspects of Club operations, financial performance, staff culture, and member experience.

The Board has elevated this position to serve as a change agent, focused on strengthening clubhouse operations, advancing governance best practices, elevating service standards, and aligning the overall operation with the excellence of the golf program. The General Manager partners closely with the Board, committees, and leadership team to further develop and execute the Club’s strategic and capital plans.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all Club operations, including golf, food & beverage, facilities, membership, and administration
• Serve as a visible, approachable leader to members, staff, and governance
• Drive exceptional member and guest service across all departments
• Develop and manage operating, capital, and cash-flow budgets
• Strengthen governance structure, committee effectiveness, and policy alignment
• Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing leadership team
• Oversee capital improvements and long-term facility planning
• Elevate food and beverage quality, consistency, and programming
• Implement SOPs and industry best practices across departments
• Represent the Club professionally within the community and club industry

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive private club leadership experience, including General Manager level
• Proven success working with Boards and Committees on governance and strategy
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting, forecasting, and reporting expertise
• Demonstrated leadership in food & beverage operations and member satisfaction
• Experience overseeing capital projects and long-term planning
• Clear, confident communicator with the ability to manage up
• Professional, visible, and member-focused leadership style
• Analytical strength and project management capability
• History of training and developing high-performing teams
• Ability to balance respect for tradition with new ideas
• Strong work ethic and comfort operating in high-volume environments
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; CCM, CCE, or similar credentials highly desired

Apply for This Position

Interested candidates should complete the online candidate profile form and submit a compelling cover letter and resume for consideration to DENEHY Club Thinking Partners at . If you have any questions or to recommend a candidate, please contact Karen Alexander at 203.319.8228 or by email at [email protected] .