Lead Superintendent - Mystic Golf Course

Nemacolin•Wharton Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Superintendent of Golf directs the maintenance, presentation, and performance of a Nemacolin golf course and its supporting facilities. The position uses strategic leadership, agronomic expertise, and operational oversight to maintain championship-caliber playing conditions across tees, greens, fairways, cart paths, landscapes, and golf course infrastructure. The role balances course conditions and guest expectations with team leadership, equipment stewardship, financial responsibility, and long-term planning. The Lead Superintendent leads daily course operations, including scheduling and developing the grounds team, managing maintenance programs and equipment, monitoring supplies and operational needs, conducting inspections, and resolving maintenance, safety, and infrastructure concerns. The role collaborates with resort leadership, golf operations, vendors, contractors, and other departments, and represents the golf operation to guests, members, and the community. The job takes place in a dynamic outdoor environment, with weather, seasonal demands, events, and operational priorities shaping daily plans. The schedule may include weekends, holidays, tournament support, and varying hours. Nemacolin describes a leadership environment centered on hospitality, accountability, respect, and innovation, with opportunities to contribute ideas, mentor others, and grow professionally. The resort offers paid training and learning, leadership development, mentorship, coaching, cross-functional experience, and recognition opportunities. Benefits include competitive compensation, a 401(k) program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, educational and career advancement support, resort discounts, discounted associate services, and access to associate facilities and amenities.

Requirements

At least five years of golf course maintenance, turfgrass management, landscaping, or related experience; equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Working knowledge of golf course maintenance practices, turf management principles, landscaping operations, irrigation systems, and related equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of financial systems and spreadsheet software.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and apply financial and operational data effectively.
Ability to independently initiate, prioritize, manage, and complete assignments and special projects.
Strong organizational, communication, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with guests, associates, vendors, business partners, and leadership.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform the physical requirements associated with golf course operations.
Strong leadership, judgment, organization, attention to detail, follow-through, adaptability, and professionalism.
Ability to motivate, develop, mentor, and retain associates, and to balance competing priorities, staffing needs, operational demands, and long-term objectives.
Financial awareness and resource stewardship to support responsible decision-making and sustainable operations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in golf operations, turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field preferred.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily maintenance, presentation, and performance of golf courses and supporting facilities.
Maintain and enhance tees, greens, fairways, cart paths, landscapes, and supporting golf course infrastructure.
Oversee course conditions, facilities, equipment, and operational standards to maintain a safe and attractive environment.
Schedule work, train and mentor associates, encourage innovation, and foster accountability and professional growth within the Grounds and Golf Course Team.
Implement preventative and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment performance, safety, and availability.
Monitor inventories, forecast operational needs, assist with purchasing decisions, and maintain appropriate supplies, tools, and equipment.
Conduct routine inspections and quality assessments, and resolve maintenance, safety, and infrastructure concerns in a timely manner.
Represent the golf operation professionally and build relationships with guests, members, and the community, including through presentations, events, and interactions.
Support and implement special events, tournaments, and initiatives that strengthen participation and contribute to business performance.
Evaluate opportunities and advance practices that improve course conditions, operational efficiency, and the overall golf experience.
Balance guest expectations with environmental, operational, and financial considerations.
Collaborate with resort leadership, golf operations, vendors, contractors, and other departments on shared operational priorities.

Benefits

Paid training and continuous learning opportunities.
Leadership development and accelerated leadership pathways.
Mentorship, coaching, and cross-functional experience.
Monthly recognition opportunities for associates, leaders, and teams.
Competitive compensation and an attractive 401(k) program.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage available.
Paid time off.
Educational and career advancement support.
Savings across resort dining, retail, spa, and activities.
Discounted associate meals, dry cleaning, and uniform services.
Exclusive access to The Rec Center, The Market, The Pub, and the Wisteria associate community.