Director of Agronomy - The Valor Club

Century Golf Partners Management•Kuna, ID

11h•$175,000 - $210,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Agronomy is responsible for the agronomics producing the playing conditions outlined in the course’s business plans. The Director of Agronomy will attract and develop talent at all levels of golf course maintenance to create a highly functional team. This individual will also focus on the business of agronomy, technology, continuing education and long-term strategic planning. This position will be part of a growing company with a portfolio of private, public and resort courses throughout the U.S. We offer cross-facility training, scholarships and opportunities to participate in the American Express (PGA TOUR) at PGA WEST or The Ford Championship (LPGA) at Whirlwind Golf Club. As we embark on this journey, we seek a visionary and dynamic individual to be a key player in shaping our future. If you are ready to make a lasting impact while enjoying the ride, this is the place for you!

Requirements

Associate degree in Turfgrass Management or similar field required.
7+ years turf grass management experience required.
5+ years of multi-course experience.
Advanced knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices.
Working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices, and methods.
Thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf.
Highly competent with computer and phone application use, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), payroll, accounting, compliance, data management, and other relevant applications such as irrigation system(s) programming, operation and management.
Current (or ability to obtain) Idaho certification and licensing as a pesticide applicator within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred.
Audubon International certification experience.
Advanced knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices with the ability to teach others.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team, with strong interpersonal and coaching skills.
A strong business aptitude and passion for the golf business.
Participation in continuing education opportunities such as seminars, workshops, correspondence courses, field days, and trade shows.
Highly effective presentation skills to teach continuing education opportunities such as seminars, workshops, correspondence courses, field days, and trade shows.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the agronomics producing the playing conditions outlined in the course’s business plans.
Attract and develop talent at all levels of golf course maintenance to create a highly functional team.
Focus on the business of agronomy, technology, continuing education and long-term strategic planning.
Develop agronomic plans and course standard programs, both short and long-term, in compliance with the course’s business goals.
Teach course superintendents on how to build these plans, including the focus on business results.
Maintain exceptional record-keeping and data-driven analysis of maintenance practices linking agronomic decisions directly to course conditioning and the club’s financial performance.
Manage entire golf course financials; including budgets, monthly tracking, P&L statements, cash flow statements, short- & long-term capital planning, balance sheets, general ledgers, inventories and other necessary reporting tools.
Grow turfgrass industry professionals into promotions including Golf Course Superintendents.
Complete recruiting presentations for high schools, FFA, college and other opportunities for both The Valor Club and Century Golf Partners.
Take personal responsibility for safety every day.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401K Match
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off
GCSAA and Local Chapter Dues
Cross-facility training
Scholarships
Opportunities to participate in the American Express (PGA TOUR) at PGA WEST or The Ford Championship (LPGA) at Whirlwind Golf Club.