Golf Course Superintendent

The Club at Rolling Hills•Golden, CO

26m

About The Position

Golf Course Superintendent The Club at Rolling Hills – Golden, Colorado About The Club The Club at Rolling Hills is a premier private, member-owned club located in Golden, Colorado. Originally designed by J. Press Maxwell and established in 1955, the Club relocated in 1968 to its current site, beautifully set against South Table Mountain in the Golden community. Our championship golf course features Poa annua/Bentgrass greens, Kentucky bluegrass/rye fairways and tees, and bluegrass roughs. Complementing the course are four indoor and four outdoor tennis courts, a resort-style pool complex with bar and lawn, and a clubhouse that overlooks the course, offering both casual and fine dining with expansive patio seating to enjoy Colorado’s exceptional climate. We are currently completing a $3 million course enhancement project that includes new tee construction, complete bunker renovation with Capillary Concrete liners, and improved drainage systems. This spring marks the exciting unveiling of these improvements to our membership. Position Overview The Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Director of Agronomy and plays a key leadership role in delivering championship-quality playing conditions. This opportunity is ideal for a highly motivated, self-driven, and detail-oriented turf professional who thrives in a high-end private club environment and is passionate about continuous improvement. At Rolling Hills, we are committed to getting a little better every day and cultivating a culture of excellence across all areas of operation. The Superintendent will work closely with the Director of Agronomy in golf course operations, agronomic planning, leadership development, and team culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Agronomy, Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Plant Science, Soil Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
3–5 years of experience as an Assistant Superintendent, Second Assistant, or Assistant-in-Training at a private, resort, or high-end daily fee facility.
Strong knowledge of cool-season turfgrass management, native grasses, irrigation systems (Rain Bird), and water conservation practices.
Demonstrated leadership experience in recruiting, training, and developing teams.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Colorado Qualified Supervisor or Certified Operator pesticide license (Category 206) or ability to obtain within 120 days.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
A solid understanding of the game of golf and a commitment to delivering championship-quality conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience preparing courses for tournament-level or high-profile member play preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and supervising maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, clubhouse grounds, and landscape areas.
Schedule daily work assignments and supervise staff and equipment utilization.
Train and oversee equipment operators to ensure proper operation, care, and safety.
Supervise and participate in fertilizer and pesticide applications, including calibration and compliance.
Oversee irrigation system operation and maintenance, including pumps, wells, controllers, and drainage systems.
Assist with personnel management, training, safety programs, performance evaluations, and team development.
Make informed field decisions regarding work methods, standards, and equipment use.
Participate in snow removal and winter course management.
Attend and contribute to monthly Green Committee meetings alongside the Director of Agronomy.
Maintain clear reporting, strong communication, and positive member relations.