Golf Course Superintendent II
About The Position
Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Rec Centers, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level. This position is under the direction of the Director of Agronomy and Golf Division Director, and is fully responsible for all maintenance functions, facilities, equipment, and staff associated with Burke Lake Golf Course. Develops and implements a comprehensive turf management program, directs the work of staff related to turf management, irrigation, equipment repair and general building maintenance and custodial duties and conducts moderately complex budgeting and accounting tasks. Conducts staff training, development, and recognition activities and coordinates maintenance activities with the site manager to ensure maximum utilization of the multi- course complex. Additionally, completes and submits various financial, administrative, and statistical reports and complies and retains operational and safety records. Note: Some overtime or compensation time may be required. Candidates are required to submit a complete summary of their relevant experience. Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. All fields must be completed on the application, to include work experience (volunteer and paid), education, training, licenses/certifications. This information will be reviewed to verify qualifications for all candidates and determine compensation for the selectee.
Requirements
- Graduation from a two-year associate degree program with major course work in agronomy, turfgrass management, recreation and parks, horticulture, or related field plus three years' experience as golf course superintendent or other applicable position at a golf course.
- Driver's License
- Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License
- Ability to obtain necessary certifications.
- Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment
- Ability to identify, isolate and initiate repairs to equipment and irrigation systems
- Ability to identify and treat turfgrass diseases and pests
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, chemical labels and other technical documents
- Ability and skill to operate a variety of golf course maintenance equipment
Nice To Haves
- A two-year associate degree program with major course work in agronomy or turf grass management
- Certified Fertilizer Applicator License
- Golf course supervisory experience
- Experience with automated irrigation systems programming, repair, maintenance, and installation
- Bilingual in English and another language
Responsibilities
- Manages the maintenance and operation of a large fleet of greens mowers, fairway movers, trim mowers, rough mowers, utility vehicles, spray tanks, sand trap rakes, seeders, aerators, etc.
- Develops and implements a detailed turf management plan for assigned greens, tees, roughs, and lawn areas (and special complexities of cart paths)
- Establishes criteria for and determines golf course playability and authorizes the opening and closing of the grounds
- Supervises the maintenance and operation of a large, automated irrigation system including pumphouse, central computer, field controllers, valves, and sprinkler heads
- Plans for and supervises major improvement projects such as greens and tees construction, cart path construction, sand bunker construction, site landscaping, pond dredging, etc.
- Authorizes purchase requests and invoices for payment
- Inspects park facilities and grounds for safety hazards and operational deficiencies, recommends improvements, and initiates corrective measures
- Accountable for the purchase, storage and application and disposal of hazardous materials including pesticides, fertilizers, and other turf care products
- Compiles and retains operational and safety records and complies with federal, state, and County safety standards
- Develops budget justifications for capital equipment, staffing and annual operating supplies
- Hires, supervises, schedules, and evaluates a medium sized staff
- Plans, schedules and conducts specialized on-site staff training
- Completes and submits various financial, administrative, and statistical reports
- Adheres to revenue and expense limits, goals, and guidelines for specialized areas of supervision
Benefits
- Some overtime or compensation time may be required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
