Volunteering with Alberta Golf

The Alberta Golf Association depends upon and honors the contributions of its cherished volunteers. Over one hundred men and women who provide programs and services for Alberta amateur golfers through thousands of volunteer hours each year. Their dedication and commitment to growing amateur golf in the province is greatly appreciated. Alberta Golf welcomes new volunteers to contribute their time in the following areas:

• Membership
• Course Rating
• Tournaments
• Player Development
• Rules
• Marketing & Sponsorship
• Finance

Alberta Golf provides our volunteers with succession pathing, appropriate training, a service award structure and support province wide. If you want to become involved with this great association we will do everything we can to ensure a gratifying volunteer experience. You will have the opportunity to meet and work with individuals around the province who share your enthusiasm and passion for the game of golf.

Official Designations and Functions

Alberta Golf has three official volunteer designations with particular functions that provide opportunities for interested applicants to assist in a variety of roles and areas that best suit their interest. Below are the three official designations:

Volunteers are involved occasionally with tournaments, rules, player development, course rating and/or committee work. They are not required to work a minimum number of days per golf season and they have no minimum or maximum term as a volunteer.

Associate Directors work on various committees, attend meetings and training sessions. They may have a defined role on the Zone Council, or on a Provincial Committee. They must serve a minimum term of one year with no maximum term and contribute at least 8 days per golf season.

Directors compose the Members of the Board and provide leadership through organizing meetings and training sessions. They have a fiduciary responsibility and contribute to the strategic direction of Alberta Golf. In addition, they contribute approximately 15 days of work throughout the year. Directors must serve a minimum term of one year with a maximum term of ten consecutive years. Most often, directors are elected to the Board after serving many successful years as a volunteer and associate director. The Alberta Golf Board of Directors reflects gender balance and zone representation.