Director of Golf Course & Resort Landscape Operations

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Orlando, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Director of Golf Course & Resort Landscape Operations for its Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. This role is crucial for maintaining the renowned Tranquilo Golf Course and the resort's landscapes, ensuring a high-quality experience for members and guests. The position demands creativity, quick problem-solving, and timely decision-making to manage daily operations, coordinate with maintenance teams, and implement proactive turf and grounds strategies. The ideal candidate will be a results-driven leader focused on operational excellence, course quality, and enhancing the member experience, ultimately contributing to membership growth and satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy
Must have or be able to obtain State of Florida Pesticide Applicator License
Thorough understanding of business principles, financial accountability, and agronomy practices
Proven effective planning and communication skills
Must have a TEAM mentality.
Willingness to grow and learn, and a desire to advance career in the turf grass industry.
Self-motivated, lead by example, and have a strong attention to detail.
Ability to analyze and solve problems, and efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure.
Ability to create and adapt daily work schedules on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
Aptitude for administrative and executive responsibilities including effective oral and written communication skills.
Must possess a valid Florida Pesticide applicators license.
Minimum of 2 years as a Golf Course Superintendent or Director of Golf Course Landscape Operations or Equivalent
Must be fluent in English and possess legal work authorization in the United States.

Nice To Haves

CGCS preferred
Seasoned experience in resort landscape operations and a private golf membership
Two or four-year degree in Turfgrass Management or completion of Turf Management related certificate program preferred.

Responsibilities

Achieve goals in a fast-paced environment with varied activities running simultaneously.
Demonstrate innovation, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
Establish rapport and engage in relationship building focused on achieving results with commitment and trust.
Challenge the norm and take calculated risks when opportunities arise.
Make quick decisions in response to changing conditions.
Be accountable for results.
Communicate effectively on multiple levels and mentor coworkers.
Be well-versed in agronomic practices for golf courses and landscapes.
Be organized and a strategic thinker to maintain a proactive business philosophy.
Supervise and participate in fertilizer and pesticide applications.
Operate and calibrate fertilizer and pesticide equipment.
Maintain application sheets and documents for inventory control.
Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with regulations.
Manage payroll and operating budget.
Work with Golf Operations staff to coordinate tournaments, weather-related closures, and special requests.
Hire, train, and supervise maintenance staff.
Oversee seeding, fertilizing, topdressing, soil conditioning, watering, and pest and weed control of the golf course and practice facility.
Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, OSHA rules and regulations, relating to chemical and fertilizer storage and disposal, employee safety, and public safety.