GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT (DEM)
About The Position
This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of a golf course. The role involves directing and participating in the construction and maintenance of the grounds, and performing and supervising the technical aspects of a golf course turf management program. This includes detecting, identifying, and treating pests, diseases, and environmental conditions affecting turf quality. The superintendent will also provide technical, operational, and safety training to employees, ensuring compliance with OSHA, club safety, and state/federal guidelines. The role requires performing skilled maintenance and supervisory functions related to turf management, ornamental plant management, irrigation, tournament play conditions, and specialized equipment. Responsibilities include operating and supervising the use of maintenance equipment, assisting in landscape and irrigation design and implementation, and directing staff in planting, pruning, and tending to vegetation. Budgeting for equipment, administering golf course rules, and performing supervisory and record-keeping functions are also key aspects. The role involves ordering materials, supervising chemical applications, managing water usage tracking, and overseeing turf grass and plant material maintenance programs, property-asset management, personnel management, budgeting, guest relations, and regulatory compliance. The superintendent will also manage ornamental plantings and perform manual labor for cleanliness and maintenance. Encouraging a positive working environment, staff engagement, open communication, and strong customer service are essential.
Requirements
- Thorough working knowledge of principles, methods, and practices of golf course turf science and management.
- Working knowledge of specialized course equipment, operation, calibration, and maintenance requirements.
- Ability to plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of staff.
- Ability to evaluate current facility conditions and make recommendations for improvement or expansion.
- Ability to keep accurate, detailed records concerning chemical applications and conformance to commercial pesticide applicator regulations.
- Ability to collect pertinent data and information and prepare reports.
- Must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License for Turf and Ornamentals.
- Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from a recognized college with a degree in Turf Management or a related field.
- Employment in a supervisory capacity with direct responsibility for golf course maintenance.
- Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Directing and participating in the construction and maintenance of golf course grounds.
- Performing and supervising technical aspects of turf management, including pest, disease, and environmental condition identification and treatment.
- Providing technical, operational, and safety training to employees.
- Performing skilled maintenance and supervisory functions for turf management, ornamental plant management, irrigation, tournament play conditions, and specialized equipment.
- Operating and supervising the use of equipment for cutting, mowing, aerating, top dressing, fertilizing, and irrigating.
- Assisting in designing and implementing landscape and irrigation plans.
- Directing and assisting staff in planting, pruning, and tending to vegetation.
- Planning and budgeting for equipment.
- Administering and enforcing golf course rules and regulations.
- Performing supervisory and record-keeping functions, including daily assignment sheets, maintenance records, and reports.
- Ordering materials and equipment, and making service requisition recommendations.
- Supervising and participating in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides).
- Managing a water usage tracking plan and providing monthly reports.
- Overseeing turf grass and plant material maintenance programs, property-asset management, personnel management, budgeting, guest relations, and regulatory compliance.
- Performing and supervising the care and maintenance of ornamental plantings.
- Performing manual labor related to golf course cleanliness, equipment management, and special projects.
- Encouraging a positive working environment, staff engagement, open communication, and strong customer service.
Benefits
- State of Rhode Island employee benefits
- Direct deposit for all employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
