Golf Course Superintendent | Full Time

Omni Hotels & Resorts•Carlsbad, CA

About The Position

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and management of the golf course, coordinating operations with the Director of Agronomy. The role oversees golf course maintenance planning and budgeting, construction and renovation projects, property improvement planning, equipment and supplies, and golf course maintenance associates. The Superintendent works with the Director of Agronomy on course scheduling, utilization, and cultural programs affecting guests, and attends staff and manager meetings and meets with members as required.

Requirements

Experience in all phases of golf course management and turf culture, with working knowledge of course renovation and construction.
A minimum two-year certificate or A.S. from a recognized turf grass program.
Must have, or be able to obtain within three months of starting, a California State Qualifying Applicator's Certificate (QAC).
High degree of administrative and executive ability, including effective written and oral communication skills and computer proficiency.
Thorough understanding of proper fertilizer use and application.
Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
Knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting golf course operations, including employment, safety, and environmental standards.
Participation in continuing education opportunities such as seminars, workshops, correspondence courses, field days, and trade shows.
Thorough understanding of turf irrigation as it relates to turf health and course conditioning.
Ability to prepare the golf course for play according to the rules of golf.
Valid driver's license.
Oral and written English communication skills.
Ability to associate cause-and-effect agronomic relationships in daily golf course maintenance operations.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Create, implement, and execute a global maintenance plan and budget for the golf course operation.
Coordinate and oversee golf course construction and renovation projects with the Director of Agronomy.
Develop a long-term property improvement plan (PIP), including a forecast of capital requirements for the course, equipment, and maintenance facility.
Oversee procurement, maintenance, operation, and utilization of maintenance equipment and supplies.
Oversee interviewing, hiring, counseling, training, and disciplining golf course maintenance associates in coordination with Human Resources.
Ensure awareness of and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, property policies, and company policies.
Work with the Director of Agronomy to coordinate course scheduling and utilization and implement cultural programs that affect guests.
Attend staff meetings and manager meetings, and meet with members as required.
Assist in supervising staff and equipment for golf course maintenance and upkeep.
Apply agronomic understanding to administer turfgrass programs and procedures, respond to changing challenges, and make necessary corrections.