Assistant Golf Course Superintendent I

TPC Network•Silvis, IL

10d•$55,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

TPC Deere Run is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent I to join their team. This role is a key position within the Golf Course Maintenance Department, working directly with the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations. The primary responsibility is developing daily departmental work schedules and coordinating related activities with the staff. TPC Deere Run is a championship golf course located in Silvis, Illinois, known for hosting the PGA TOUR’s John Deere Classic and recognized for its quality by Golf Digest and GolfWeek Magazine.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor degree in turf management or related field or trades training and equivalent work related experience in turf management.
Thorough knowledge of general business administration practices and golf course operations practices and procedures as would be acquired through three to four years similar golf course maintenance experience in progressively responsible positions.
Prior supervisory experience required.
Working knowledge of golf course operations, turf management and practices necessary.

Responsibilities

Train, motivate, and supervise staff capable of performing the tasks associated with maintaining the golf course.
Assist Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations with recommendations concerning personnel matters such as pay rates, performance reviews, corrective actions and terminations.
Schedule and supervise the daily operations of the maintenance crew.
Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of all tasks relevant to the Application Foreman, Irrigation Foreman, Landscape Foreman, Equipment Operator I, II, III & IV positions, Landscape Gardener I, II, III and IV positions, Irrigation Technicians I, II, III & IV positions, and the application technician position.
Plan, schedule, and monitor daily operations, including responsibility for coordinating and assigning work, schedules leaves, and ensures adequate staffing for meeting departmental goals.
Establish, promote and enforce safety practices in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
Train employees in safety procedures and internal procedures.
Ensure cleanliness of the golf course equipment, maintenance facility, and grounds.
Maintain purchase order system and related invoice logs, which includes coding invoices with appropriate account numbers.
Assist with the preparation, development, and management of the operating budget. Monitor and control departmental budget expenses. Perform all functions within the limits of the budget.
Assist the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations with record keeping for supplies, daily logs, application records, climatic condition records and personnel records which include verifying departmental staff time cards.
Assist in the development and implementation of the necessary cultural maintenance programs necessary to keep the golf course and landscape grounds in good condition, including the proper application of pesticides and fertilizers.
Operate within all local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
Communicate over a 2-way radio system with other key department heads and staff members.
Required to wear personal protective clothing and/or use protective equipment to comply with established safety operating standards.
Special projects or other duties as assigned.