[XML-SIG] Golf/Internet Start Up-Northern, VA

[Donegalinc@aol.com]

Hi!
My name is John Gallagher and I am contacting you about an new, pre-ipo, 
internet start-up headquartered out of  Vienna, VA. clubessential, inc. is 
ready to take the golfing and internet community by storm!  Exciting 
employment opportunities listed below.

clubessential, inc. provides web-based software products to enable 
interactive communications within existing golf and social clubs.  The 
company's private label products allow club communities to extend their 
events and activities to the internet.  Such online services include news, 
interactive calendars, tee times, event sign up, etc.through their own hosted 
website.  Ultimately, clubessential will aggregate all club members into a 
private national network, catering to members of the club community and its 
specific needs. clubessential's web software product was launched for charter 
customers on December 28, 1999.  Charter clubs include Doral in Miami, FL, 
PGA WEST in Palm Springs Desert, CA, La Quinta Resort & Club in Palm Springs 
Desert, CA, Grand Traverse in Traverse City, MI, and Grand Wailea in Maui, 
HI.  Formal product launch will be February 20, 2000.  Investors in the 
company include KSL Recreation Corporation - one of the largest owners and 
operators of distinctive resorts and clubs, principals of the investment firm 
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts, and principals of the investment firm Wit Capital. 

clubessential is currently seeking internet and technology professionals to 
join our world-class team.  Current openings include:

Chief Technology Officer
Reporting to the President, has primary responsibility for management of the 
IT function. Drive use of technology to support business objectives in an 
entrepreneurial environment. Drive projects to close while providing 
leadership for new technology, ventures and acquisitions. Provide strategic 
vision for delivering the Internet solution while deploying and maintaining 
on a 24 x 7 basis. Build a world-class team that will deliver best in class 
solutions. 

Web Director    
Reports to CTO, responsible for design and implementation of application 
solutions. Web site development a team management experience. Knowledge of 
internet technologies, database utilities, graphic programs and internet 
utilities. Proficient in dynamic page generation, site design, navigation and 
overall feel.

Technical Architect
Planning and design of overall system architecture to support application and 
infrastructure requirements. Establish company standards for future 
development. Experience in client-server development, application design, 
project management, network design, database and system configuration and 
tuning. C, C++, HTML, VB, ActiveX, XML, and Java. Operating system experience 
(NT, Unix, Sun) and knowledge of security design, web servers, encryption 
firewalls, TCP/IP and proxy servers.

Application Developer (Multiple Levels)
Development and implementation of various web and Internet software products. 
Experience in Java, JavaScript, XML, HTML, Oracle and Unix. Experience in 
structured development techniques. FutureTense IPS and Netscape Application 
Server experience would be useful.

User Interface Developer (Multiple Levels)
Creative development position focused on developing graphical front ends. 
Must have strong XML and HTML programming skills. Other experience in Java, 
JavaScript, C++, and Graphics experience. FutureTense IPS and Netscape 
Application Server experience would also be useful. (PhotoShop, Illustrator, 
Microsoft FrontPage). 

Test Engineer
Ensures that all solutions are working properly and meet client needs. Review 
requirement and system design documents, create software and system test 
plans,, define systems and architecture requirements for testing. Opportunity 
to learn new software tools. Solid understanding of internet technology. 
Should have some HTML or Java knowledge or experience.

Oracle Database Administrator (Senior and Junior)
Manage the design and development of databases and related master files. 
Maintain system capacity for existing and future requirements. Recommend new 
technology, SW/HW, optimizing database performance, supporting developers, 
configuring database servers and migration of data between databases. Solid 
data management skills and knowledge of data modeling techniques. SQL Design 
and tuning, relational modeling, and E-R diagramming a must.

Graphics Artist
Produce design artwork for sales, advertising, and PR materials. Develop web 
interfaces, creating project guides, sales sheets, catalogues, and graphic 
tools for trade shows. Maintain business graphics and coordinate with outside 
production agencies as needed. Web design experience: Photoshop, Illustrator, 
Microsoft FrontPage, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Freehand, HTML and JavaScript. 
Provide portfolio and/or URLs for viewing.

All positions include competitive compensation and benefit packages including 
stock options!

I appreciate your time and look forward to speaking with you soon.

Sincerely,

John Gallagher
Director of Recruiting
clubessential, inc.
610-917-3530
donegalinc@aol.com
www.clubessential.com