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Preferred Education:
BA/BS/Undergraduate
Internal Number: REQ_0000059818
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics, a NCAA Division I and Big Ten Conference Institution, is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to oversee Penn State’s 36-hole public golf course and varsity practice areas totaling 300+ acres. This position reports directly to the General Manager of the Penn State Golf Courses and is responsible for the following:
Oversee the care and maintenance of the turf, ornamental plantings, trees, shrubs and ponds on Golf Course Grounds.
Determine daily course needs and supervise work.
Determine agronomic needs of the course and create a plan to address deficiencies or problems.
Establish general and specific work assignments for employees in accordance with conditions and priorities in an efficient manner.
Supervise/inspect work in progress to verify performance standards are met.
Answer questions and exchange information with employees to maintain an understanding of methods, procedures, materials, etc. are needed to complete work.
Oversee the operation, repair and maintenance of all mechanical and motorized equipment used to maintain Golf Course Grounds.
Develop annual operating budget plan to address regular maintenance and capital improvements as needed.
Prepare, verify and complete reports, records, purchasing, payroll, and personnel forms.
Ensure safe working conditions exist, including the operation of equipment and use and storage of pesticides and fertilizers.
Responsible for programs and compliance with local, state, and national safety regulations.
Interview, hire, train, and supervise technical-service and wage payroll employees. Ensure compliance with Union-University Agreement.
This position must uphold a commitment to comply fully with the mission of the University and Department, including Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics' vision to prepare students for a lifetime of impact. Additionally, the successful candidate must display excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a demonstrated commitment to integrity, inclusion, and diversity and an understanding and commitment to student-athlete well-being.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree or higher, and 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of supervisory experience . Preferred degree in Turfgrass Science. The position will require a Pennsylvania State Pesticide Applicators License before you start.
This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required.
The Penn State Golf Courses has something for everyone. You can enjoy a relaxing round of golf on two championship courses, which take full advantage of scenic vistas while providing satisfying levels of difficulty for all golfers. Find out more information about each course below.
Blue Course
The Blue Course finished renovations in 2006. We added three ponds and lengthened the course over 640 yards. The front nine, par 36, measures 3696 yards off the New Nittany tees. Its layout is quite different than you will find on the back nine. Tee shots require close attention to placement. A rewarding tee shot puts you in position to try your luck at carefully guarded greens. Twenty-seven strategically placed green side bunkers on the front nine will challenge your course management skills, and patience. The front nine provides a challenge to the most experienced player by demanding not only length but accuracy.
After a quick bite and refreshment, the Blue Course back nine awaits your arrival. The back nine, par 36, is a newly constructed nine holes completed in 1994 and new additions in 2006. It measures 3518 yards off the New Nittany tees and provides a quite different experience ...than the front nine. The back nine not only includes 16 green side bunkers, but adds to the challenge by including 11 strategically placed fairway bunkers. Water hazards on the 14th and the 18th can add pressure to a seemingly easy tee shot. The back nine will provide you with large undulating greens and a links style atmosphere. Bring your "A" game.
White Course
The White Course, renovated in 2005, provides a challenging alternative to the Blue Course. With holes dating back to 1922, the White Course will test even the most skilled player. The front nine, par 36, measuring 3245 yards from the blue tees. The older course provides smaller crowned greens adding to the character and demanding a creative short game. Nearly 40 bunkers on the front side alone force you to manage your game, in your efforts to shoot a low score.
The back nine, par 36, measures 3099 yards and starts your journey with a straight forward par 5. Take advantage of these first few holes and you will be in good shape as you approach the home stretch. Elevation changes and deceptively placed fairway and green side bunkers will challenge your distance control and depth perception. Your finishing hole is a 492 yard, uphill slight dog leg right, that can make a strong case of being one of the toughest finishing holes in the area. The White Course par 3's will prove to be some of the most challenging you have played. This course will test your creativity. When in doubt, bump and run.
Practice Facilities
The Penn State Golf Courses also features excellent practice facilities with our 32 stall driving range which is great for working on your swing. You can also work on your short game and bunker shots on our 7,600 square-foot chipping green with sand bunker, or practice your putting on our long putting green.
