Description

Overview

Director of Agronomy will be responsible for revitalization of 18 hole golf course and transitioninig into long-term health and performance of the golf course, grounds, and infrastructure.

Experience Required

Must have: GCSAA Class A Certification preferred; NJ Pesticide Applicator License required

RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated leadership in Agronomy and turn management
• Excellent communicator, both verbal and written.
• Positive attitude, professional manner, and appearance in all situations.

Essential Responsibilities

Renovation & Project Leadership

• Construction Oversight: Direct all phases of course revitalization and restoration renovation, acting as the primary liaison between the grounds teams and contractors.
• Infrastructure Modernization: Lead major upgrades to irrigation systems, drainage networks, and maintenance facilities.
• Turf Establishment: Manage the "grow-in" process for new greens, tees, or fairways, ensuring soil health and turf maturity are prioritized during the transition.

Strategic Agronomic Management

• Long-Range Planning: Create a Property Improvement Plan (PIP) and multi-year capital forecasts for equipment and course infrastructure.
• Standard Elevation: Establish and implement new "best-in-class" maintenance programs for diverse turfgrass varieties (e.g., Bentgrass, Bermuda, Poa Annua) to achieve firm-and-fast playing conditions.
• Water Stewardship: Develop precision-based irrigation strategies, including ET modeling and moisture data integration, to optimize resource use.

Financial & Operational Excellence

• Capital Discipline: Carefully manage renovation budgets and annual operating expenses while evaluating ROI on all technology and infrastructure investments.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all chemical applications (fertilizers, pesticides) and water usage comply with local, state, and federal laws.
• Operational Discipline: Manage maintenance shop efficiency and machinery management.

Leadership & Communication

• Culture Transformation: Recruit and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of "accountability, pride, and continuous improvement".
• Stakeholder Engagement: Actively participate in Board and Green Committee meetings to communicate agronomic risks, project progress, and financial implications.
• Member Education: Transparently explain the "why" behind disruptive agronomic practices (e.g., aerification or construction delays) through newsletters and on-course presence