Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering for the City of Carlsbad at The Crossings at Carlsbad. We invite you to come to our Volunteer Fair designed especially for those who want to volunteer on the golf course. We will ask you to fill out an application and tell us about your knowledge and background in the area of golf during a personal interview. See you there.
City of Carlsbad Volunteer Hotline: 760.434.2929
Community Volunteer ProgramThe Crossings at Carlsbad is proudly affiliated with the City of Carlsbad’s
Community Volunteer program for positions such as course Greeters, on course Player Assistants and Fore-Caddies. For those interested in participating in this program and volunteering their time at The Crossings at Carlsbad, you will need to apply through the City of Carlsbad’s Community Volunteer program. All City Volunteer applications will then be forwarded to the golf course by the City of Carlsbad. You may either print an application or pick up one at City Hall or at The Crossings at Carlsbad – however, ALL APPLICATIONS MUST be submitted to the City of Carlsbad Community Volunteer Office and NOT the golf course, Volunteer Positions include:
- Course Greeters & Shuttle Operators
- On Course Player Assistants
- Fore-Caddies
The Volunteers who will work at The Crossings at Carlsbad (“Volunteers”) are volunteers for the City of Carlsbad. Volunteers will need to support the City of Carlsbad’s community volunteer goals at The Crossings at Carlsbad through donating their time, energy, skill and knowledge providing top quality service.
Volunteers donate their time (13-16 hours per week, a minimum of two 6 1/2-hour shifts) to the activities they have chosen. These Volunteers participate in public relations and educational programs. The Volunteers report to the Volunteer Captain. You may choose to volunteer for the following responsibilities:
Responsibilities
Greeters & Shuttle Operators — take the lead in golf course educational efforts. Volunteer “Greeters” are stationed at key locations at the course so that they are available to distribute Carlsbad Community Volunteer literature, shuttle guests - between the parking lot, clubhouse and Practice Center areas - answer questions, give advice or directions, and assist beginning golfers in understanding the game. They provide education and information for golfers on such things as golf course etiquette, USGA and local rules, pace of play, course layout, and conditions and/or unique characteristics that will make the round more enjoyable. Likewise, the “Greeter” will often be serving at that day’s event(s) and is a primary source of information about the course’s upcoming special events.
Player Assistants — are performing educational functions similar to those of the “Greeter,” but do so while traveling around the course, assisting golfers during their round, providing information, answering questions about the game, participating in on-course activities, assisting with pace-of-play and providing assistance in cases of emergency.
Fore Caddies — are usually at one specific location on the course helping golfers and/or participating with on-course special events.
Citywide Volunteer Orientation
All Volunteers must attend the Citywide Volunteer Orientation offered to all those who volunteer for the City of Carlsbad. To schedule your orientation, call 760-434-2929 and you will be contacted about the next orientation.
Certain privileges will be made available at The Crossings at Carlsbad to say “Thank you” to Volunteers who unselfishly devote countless hours to helping our community and the golfing public. There is no relation to the number of hours a person volunteers and the amount of privileges received. If you meet the minimum requirements of the program, all of these privileges are accessible to you, depending on availability and City of Carlsbad policy. All privileges you take must be documented on the “Volunteer Privileges Tracking Form” at the time of use, and approved by the General Manager of The Crossings at Carlsbad.
As with any privileges, they are to be used only by Volunteers actively participating in the program and cannot be transferred, accumulated, or shared. Misuse of privileges in the sole determination of the City Manager can result in the termination of your privileges and/or status as a Volunteer.
Privileges which may be offered to Volunteers at the Crossings at Carlsbad:
· Complimentary Green Fees. The City of Carlsbad encourages Volunteers to become as familiar as possible with the game of golf, its rules, golf course etiquette and the course itself by offering complimentary green fees at The Crossings at Carlsbad on a space available basis. “Space available” is defined by the golf course management, and typically the golf course management will not allow complimentary golf to be taken before noon on Saturdays and Sundays nor to be taken in place of paying customers. Further restrictions may apply. Complimentary green fees are only offered to Volunteers actively participating in the program, and only at The Crossings at Carlsbad.
· Practice Center Privileges. These privileges are available during off-peak times and based on The Crossings at Carlsbad manager’s policy and discretion. This privilege is only extended to Volunteers actively participating in the program, and is offered only at The Crossings at Carlsbad.
· Volunteer Guidebook and Golf/Service-Related Training. This Guidebook helps provide you with clear expectations and the skills necessary to maximize your Volunteer experience. Other service-related training may be made available to you by the City of Carlsbad and/or The Crossings at Carlsbad manager.
· Food Discount of 50% on Days in which Volunteering. This privilege is only extended to Volunteers actively participating in the program, and is offered only at The Crossings at Carlsbad. Discounts do not apply to alcohol.
· FREE Coffee and Fountain Drinks While on or off Duty.
The City of Carlsbad may find it necessary to place certain limitations on the types or amount of privileges that may be granted. This is within the sole discretion of the City Manager. Specific rules and limitations set by the City Manager are final, and supersede the guidelines set by the Volunteer Guidebook.
Download the Community Volunteer Program Guide
or contact the City of Carlsbad Volunteer Hotline: 760.434.2929
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