Grounds Superintendent

GreatLIFE Golf & Fitness Club•Hartford, SD

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The role of a Superintendent is integral in creating and providing an exceptional experience to our Members. This position requires an individual who is not only pleasant, friendly, and outgoing but also enthusiastic about creating meaningful relationships with our Team, Members and guests, ensuring they have a seamless experience with their membership. GreatLIFE is a Team Member owned company committed to enriching the lives of families and individuals through golf, fitness and healthy lifestyles. We believe in the power of connection. Whether it's a round of golf with loved ones, a workout session that invigorates the body and mind, or simply sharing quality time together, we provide the platform for these meaningful experiences. Our team embodies a "whatever it takes" attitude, dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure the best member experience possible. GreatLIFE is centered around 4 core values: Quality Member Experience, Personal Accountability and Profitability, Team Member Empowerment, and Community Leadership.

Requirements

Maintain GCSAA membership in good standing in an active classification
Requires advanced knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices
Requires a working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices and methods
Requires a thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf
Fundamental supervisory practices and principles
Act as a role model for all team members by demonstrating the behavior and work ethic expected of all team members
Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills
Self-motivated with desire to promote and market
Service and customer focused attitude
Experienced in written and oral business communications
Remain up-to-date on customer relationship management tactics and strategies
Experienced computer user including; Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficient in other applications, i.e. email, internet, tournament and database
Maintain and promote a positive professional image within the community
Requires a high degree of administrative and executive ability, especially in terms of problem solving and decision making
Requires current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator
Attend conferences, workshops, meetings, and trade shows to keep abreast of marketing and business trends
Requires knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations (including, but not limited to employment, safety, and environmental standards, laws, and regulations)

Responsibilities

Managing and maintaining golf course properties which include: the golf course, maintenance equipment, the golf car fleet, clubhouse grounds and landscaping, open spaces, wooded areas, wetlands, and any other “unused” areas
Construction, renovation, and/or reconstruction of such properties whether performed by the maintenance staff or outside contractors
Preparing the annual budgets for the maintenance and capital improvement of course properties
Interviewing, hiring, training, directing, and supervising a staff of team members for the purpose of maintaining the properties and having the authority to terminate employment of subordinates
Planning all maintenance and project work applying agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve the agreed-upon maintenance standards and long-range goals
Overseeing the scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish the work through frequent inspection of the golf course and related areas
Evaluating how well management standards are being achieved and changing management programs as needed
Acquiring equipment and purchasing necessary supplies to maintain the golf course and other properties
Responsible for inventory control and overseeing equipment maintenance programs
Approving all expenditures and exercising cost control measures to keep operating and capital expenses in line with the approved budgets
Communicating regularly with other members of the top management group to discuss activities, goals, plans and member/customer input
Overseeing the development of operating procedures and training manuals for the maintenance operation
Scheduling and chairing regular staff meetings focused on course conditions, safety, efficiency and continuous improvement
Coordinating and ensuring all written correspondence, reporting, newsletters, and communications for the golf maintenance operation
Enforcing all rules and regulations governing golf course usage
Overseeing all fiscal areas and performance for the golf operations including planning, budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and correction
Maintaining a close working relationship with the Vice President of Golf and other department heads