Golf Course Superintendent - River Creek Club

ClubCorp • Leesburg, VA

17d • $165,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The Golf Course Superintendent at River Creek Club supports the Director Golf Course Maintenance and the 1st Assistant Superintendent with day-to-day golf course operations. The role develops and manages turfgrass and plant-material maintenance programs; oversees property and asset management; manages personnel; handles budgeting, forecasting, and financial management; participates in member-retention initiatives; schedules and maintains irrigation systems; applies pesticides and maintains related records; and ensures compliance with relevant regulations. Oversight is limited to a single 18-hole operation.

The Superintendent provides agronomic oversight, maintains the course to company and industry standards, supervises chemical applications and equipment use, controls operating expenses, and coordinates maintenance schedules with golf activity and club events. The role also communicates with members, trains staff in safety and regulatory requirements, and participates in meetings about club operations, maintenance, safety, and environmental concerns.

Requirements

• Associate and/or bachelor's degree in Turf Management or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in Golf Course Maintenance.
• At least 1 year of experience preparing and managing budgets for golf course and landscape maintenance departments.
• At least 1 year of technical knowledge of equipment, products, and resources related to golf course operations, with the ability to implement them to meet or exceed company and club standards.
• Current State Pesticide Applicators License, or successful completion within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Thorough knowledge of general business administration practices and golf course operations practices and procedures.
• Direct supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality of Club, Company, and personnel information.

Responsibilities

• Provide agronomic oversight for the growth and health of golf course grasses, trees, wetlands, and other plant materials.
• Supervise chemical applications and related record-keeping in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Oversee the safe operation, use, and maintenance of golf course mechanical equipment, and plan and budget for additional or replacement equipment.
• Maintain the golf course to company and industry standards.
• Control golf course operating expenses and adhere to the budget.
• Collaborate with the Head Golf Professional to optimize golf rounds and schedule maintenance around member play and events.
• Communicate regularly with members to ensure the club exceeds their expectations.
• Ensure staff training in OSHA, club safety, and state and federal guidelines.
• Provide ongoing technical, operational, and safety training for staff.
• Lead and participate in meetings concerning club operations, maintenance schedules, safety protocols, and environmental concerns.
• Support the Director Golf Course Maintenance and the 1st Assistant Superintendent with day-to-day operations.
• Develop and manage turfgrass and plant-material maintenance programs, oversee property and asset management, manage personnel and financial planning, participate in member-retention initiatives, and schedule and maintain irrigation systems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and leave programs; time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part-time team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree