Superintendent

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the overall management and maintenance of the golf course and grounds. This includes, but is not limited to, course set-up, agronomy, staff supervision, budgeting, and irrigation. Additionally, there will be long-term goals and projects set by General Manager, that will be expected to be met. The Golf Course Superintendent will work closely with the GM to ensure the golf course is maintained at the highest level and is ready for play. They will also be responsible for ensuring that the golf course is in compliance with all environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the overall management and maintenance of the golf course and grounds
• This includes, but is not limited to, course set-up, agronomy, staff supervision, budgeting, and irrigation
• Additionally, there will be long-term goals and projects set by the General Manager, that will be expected to be met
• The Golf Course Superintendent will work closely with the General Manager to ensure the golf course is maintained at the highest level and is ready for play
• They will also be responsible for ensuring that the golf course is in compliance with all environmental regulations
• Maintain the golf course and driving range in playing condition up to the General Managers standards
• Schedules, trains, supervises and evaluates all personnel assigned to department
• Prepare annual operating budget for the golf course and submit to the General Manager for approval
• Takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that budget goals are met
• Develop long-range plans for the improvement of the golf course and its facilities
• Select and purchase all chemicals, fertilizers, and other supplies needed to maintain the golf course
• Apply chemicals and fertilizers to the golf course according to established schedules and procedures
• Develops and maintains drainage, irrigation and watering systems
• Oversees repairs of broken water lines or valves and may perform necessary repairs in an emergency
• Operate and maintain all equipment used on the golf course
• Inspect the golf course daily and react to any unforeseen issues as they arise
• Supervises operation of the equipment repair shop & maintains all equipment based off of their owners manual
• Ensures proper landscaping for property outside of golf course including the clubhouse and surrounding areas
• Meet with the greens committee & general manager on a regular basis to discuss problems and recommend solutions
• Determines when course should be closed due to weather conditions that may damage the course if play continues
• Be aware of new developments in turfgrass management and share information with staff and others as appropriate
• Understand the rules of golf and be up-to-date on federal, state and local laws on golf course operations
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the General Manager