Golf Course Superintendent

Education/Training

• Bachelor's degree in agronomy, plant science, or horticulture plus two (2) years of turf management which must have been in a supervisory or lead worker capacity, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have current (and maintain) Florida Turf and Ornamental Pesticide License and Florida GI-BMP License.

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities

• Knowledge of the use of turf and landscaping equipment including tractors, mowers, aerifier, chain saw, edger, weed trimmers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers and irrigation systems; motor vehicle, phone; copy and fax machine; personal computer, including word processing and database software; mobile or portable radio.
• Considerable knowledge in methods, equipment and materials used in maintaining a golf course; good knowledge of general repair and maintenance procedures; good knowledge of practices and principles of effective supervision; considerable knowledge of mixing and administering chemicals used in treating turf; considerable knowledge of automatic irrigation systems.
• Considerable skill in planning and assigning work to subordinates; skill in keeping records and budgetary matters.
• Ability, when necessary, to perform work requiring a moderate amount of physical stamina outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Full understanding and skill in operating equipment used in the maintenance of golf course grounds; ability to deal effectively with supervisor, subordinates, and the general public; ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and electronically.