Director, Rules of Golf 

To look after the Rules of Golf and all related items, with emphasis on the activities of the USGA’s Rules of Golf Committee and the joint Rules work between the USGA and R&A, which lead to the updating of the Rules and Decisions books.

Duties include:

• Meetings of the USGA’s Rules of Golf Committee and the Joint Rules Committee (Includes preparation for the meetings (e.g., creation of agenda, compilation of pre-meeting notes of staff, attendance at the meetings, writing the minutes, distribution of white sheets, etc. after the meeting).)
• Teach various Rules seminars (including PGA/USGA)
• Assist at various USGA championships by marking the course, writing the Local Rules, occasionally making the Rules presentation to the Committee, setting up the course each morning and officiating during play.  Also help develop pre-championship materials (e.g., resolution of anticipated Rules issues).
• Answer daily Rules of Golf and amateur status inquiries (e-mail and telephone) and provide second opinions to others doing the same
• Preparation of Rules publications (esp. Rules of Golf booklet and Decisions book) by compiling the information and documents, proofreading, addressing format issues, etc. 

• Director, Amateur Status and Rules of Golf
• Director, Rules Education
• Rules of Golf Associates
• Manager, Rules Education
• Manager, Publications
• Manager, Equipment Standards
• Senior Director, Rules and Competitions
• Rules of Golf Committee
• Amateur Status Committee
• Executive Director
• Regional Directors

• Excellent knowledge of the Rules of Golf and the Decisions on the Rules of Golf
• Excellent knowledge of the Rules of Amateur Status and the Decisions on the Rules of Amateur Status
• Strong communication skills (written and oral), esp. with respect to grammar
• Courteous and helpful demeanor
• Strong organizational skills