Golf Course Superintendent

JOB PURPOSE:    Responsible for all aspects of the golf course maintenance, landscaping of clubhouse area and parking lot maintenance.  The responsibilities include: turf grass/plant material maintenance programs, asset management, personnel management, budget/forecasting, financial management, scheduling/maintenance of irrigation systems, pesticide applications, related recordings and compliance of regulatory issues.  The Golf Course Superintendent works to create an environment where staff is involved and enthusiastic, with open communications and respect for themselves, members, guests and the property.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS:

• Oversees the care and maintenance of the turf, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees and wetlands on the facility grounds.
• Responsible for all phases of golf maintenance and agronomic operations, cost control and personnel.
• Works closely with Board on any issues related to golf course maintenance.
• Designs and implements landscape plans for facility grounds.
• Directs and assists the staff on planting new vegetation, replacement, spraying, pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs, preparation of soil plant beds for aesthetically pleasing arrangements and tending to high stress areas.
• Provides detailed annual plan for the designated landscaping areas – including rotational design to provide facility with fresh and pleasant atmosphere.
• Manages an aggressive water usage tracking plan and irrigation systems and provides monthly reporting on retaining ponds, wells and other water source usage.
• Recruits/interviews, hires, supervises, retains and discharge of maintenance staff.
• Provides technical, operational and safety training for employees to ensure staff is working within the required health and safety regulations.
• Supervises and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the Club’s grounds in compliance with all regulations.
• Supervises and controls all maintenance expenses associated with maintenance, including payroll, supplies, chemicals and fertilizers.
• Develops annual operating budget and plans for maintenance and improvement projects.
• Schedules maintenance practices around member play to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to members.
• Manages and maintains club properties, which include: a) golf course b) maintenance equipment c) clubhouse grounds and landscaping d) tennis courts, swimming pool landscape and other recreational facilities e) open spaces, wooded areas, unused acreage and areas outside the perimeter of the Club f) any other properties as specified in writing by the Board.
• Construction, renovation and/or reconstruction of such properties, whether performed by maintenance staff or outside contractors.
• Coordinates operations with the club manager, Board and/or golf professional.
• Communicates and coordinates with all relevant membership and committees.
• Works closely with Board to operate course in a fiscally responsible and professional manner.
• Administers and enforces all Club rules, regulations and policies for staff.