Description

Overview

The Superintendent is responsible for supporting the Director Golf Course Maintenance with the 1st Assistant Superintendent with day-to-day operations. The responsibilities include developing and managing turf grass and plant material maintenance programs; overseeing property and asset management; managing personnel; handling budgeting, forecasting, and financial management; participating in member retention initiatives; scheduling and maintaining irrigation systems; applying pesticides and maintaining related records; and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements. The job's oversight is limited to a single 18-hole operation.

Experience Required

• An associates and/or bachelor\u0013s degree in Turf Management or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Golf Course Maintenance.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in preparing and managing budgets for the golf course and landscape maintenance departments.
• A minimum of 1 year of technical knowledge of all equipment, products, and resources related to golf course operations with the ability to implement these resources to meet or exceed company and club standards.
• Current State Pesticide Applicators License or successfully completed within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver\u0013s license.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide agronomic oversight to ensure the healthy growth of golf course grasses, trees, wetlands, and other plant materials.
• Supervise chemical applications and record-keeping, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Oversee the safe operation, use, and maintenance of golf course mechanical equipment, planning and budgeting for additional or replacement equipment as needed.
• Maintain the golf course to the highest standards, following company and industry guidelines.
• Control expenses related to golf course operations and adhere to the budget.
• Collaborate with the Head Golf Professional to optimize rounds of golf while scheduling maintenance practices around member plays and events.
• Regularly communicate with members to ensure the club exceeds their expectations.
• Ensure staff training in OSHA, club safety, and state and federal guidelines to maintain safe working conditions.
• Provide ongoing technical, operational, and safety training for staff, fostering a culture of compliance and safety.
• Lead and participate in meetings to discuss club operations, maintenance schedules, safety protocols, and environmental concerns.