Assistant Grounds Superintendent (Golf)

Commander, Navy Installations Command • Naval Air Station Jacksonville, FL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Casa Linda Golf Course, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, Florida. The Assistant Grounds Superintendent assists the Golf Course Superintendent with maintenance of a 27-hole, 275-acre golf course, including greens, tees, fairways, roughs, irrigation systems, and grounds-maintenance equipment, as well as maintenance of MWR facilities and grounds.

Requirements

• A degree in Turf Grass Management/Agronomy is identified in the qualifications; the education section also permits a bachelor's degree in Turf Management or a closely related field, at least three years of related work experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Broad background in golf course maintenance and operations, with experience and knowledge of established agronomic practices.
• Knowledge of various pests and the pesticides required to treat them.
• Graduate of the Navy Department Medical Entomology and Pest Control Technology Course, or attend and complete the course within six months after employment.
• Experience determining methods of operation and analyzing complex problems and interpreting procedures.
• Working knowledge and professional expertise in golf course equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the rules of golf and ability to view the course from the patron's perspective.
• Ability to lead and supervise employees.
• Current and valid driver's license; a valid state driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must satisfy federal employment suitability requirements and successfully complete required background investigation and employment verification.
• Must complete the Personal Identity Verification process and provide required identification; a Social Security card is required.
• Must participate in direct deposit.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959, unless exempt.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors without a fixed schedule; work hours vary and may include split days off, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to sit, walk, stand for long periods, bend, and lift moderately heavy items up to 80 pounds unassisted; heavier items may be lifted with assistance.
• Must complete an occupational questionnaire and provide a resume that supports and validates the answers.
• A financial disclosure statement (OGE-450) is required upon entering the position and annually.
• A probationary period may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Golf Course Superintendent with decisions about pesticides, chemicals, fertilizers, and grass seed used to maintain the course and its facilities.
• Tour the golf course to review work in progress and observe course conditions.
• Assist with irrigation-system operation and determine appropriate watering amounts for greens, tees, and fairways under varying climatic conditions.
• Take soil samples, interpret results, and determine or administer soil nutrients and fertilizers for course areas.
• Recommend selection, application, storage, and safe handling of pesticides and other toxic substances; take preventive measures against damage from small animals.
• Oversee the golf course Hazardous Material and Hazardous Waste Program.
• Recognize turf damage caused by fungus and insects and apply fungicides, pesticides, and nematicides to address problems.
• Calibrate sprayers and sprinklers to apply materials in the correct amounts to designated areas.
• Help ensure equipment is maintained and repairs meet acceptable standards; advise on equipment selection and replacements and work with the mechanic to keep equipment suitable for course maintenance.
• Plan course changes and improvements.
• Assist with requisitioning, storing, and inventorying equipment, pesticides, fertilizers, and other materials.
• Ensure appropriate personal protective equipment is available and used properly.
• Assist with staff selection, training, and job assignments; approve leave, verify time cards, provide employee job descriptions, and contribute to annual performance evaluations.
• Supervise Tractor Operator Leaders, 15 Tractor Operators, a Mechanic Leader, and a Motor Vehicle Operator.
• Assist with annual course-maintenance budget estimates within the allocated amount and submit requests to purchase materials and equipment or maintain existing items.
• Maintain records required by the MWR Department, including safety records, schedules, correspondence, purchase orders, and material safety data sheets.
• Assist, consult, and advise other MWR Division Managers on turf management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and a 401(k) savings plan.
• Annual and sick leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 13 days of annual leave per calendar year, subject to the stated accrual and usage conditions.
• 13 days of sick leave per calendar year.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Medical insurance with vision included and dental insurance, with immediate enrollment and coverage available.
• NAF Retirement Plan.
• 401(k) Savings Investment Plan with employer match up to 3%.
• Long-term disability plan.
• Basic life insurance with optional life and spouse/dependent coverage.
• Medical savings account (FSA).
• Access to MWR programs, including golf courses, marinas, gyms and fitness centers, bowling centers, restaurants, discounted tickets and travel options, and Navy Exchange shopping privileges.
• Quality of Work Life Balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager