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The City of Ottawa Golf Course is currently recruiting for a Grounds Superintendent. Responsible for the maintenance of the Municipal Golf Course including supervising employees and directing the maintenance of the equipment, facilities and grounds.
Ottawa Golf Course: A Historic Golfing Experience
Nestled along the north bank of the Marais des Cygnes River, the Ottawa Golf Course is a charming 9-hole public course. Established in 1920 and designed by noted course architect Harry Robb, this course stretches 3,055 yards from the back tees with a par of 35.
The course's well-maintained greens and lush fairways, set against a picturesque natural backdrop, make it an enjoyable round for casual and seasoned golfers. Ottawa Golf Course is the ideal destination whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or simply enjoy a relaxing day outdoors.
Plan your visit today to Ottawa Golf Course, where you can experience a delightful round of golf in a serene and historic setting.
Essential Job Functions:
Designs and directs golf course landscaping, forestry and turf maintenance.
Recommends and monitors department budget; the requisition and procurement of supplies, equipment to maintain buildings, golf course, golf cart fleet, and offices.
Ensures proper irrigation, fertilization and environmental procedures and practices are followed.
Responsible for hiring of personnel, training and assignment; transfer or promotion; conducts annual evaluation of employees and administers disciplinary action, when appropriate.
Supervises routine maintenance activities on equipment and facilities.
Maintains accurate pesticide application records in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
Makes recommendations for long term capital improvement and equipment replacement plans.
Develop and implement maintenance plans and schedules to ensure the optimal condition of the golf course, greens, fairways, and roughs.
Supervise and coordinate the work of maintenance staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
Maintain compliance with all applicable safety programs. Provide proper personal protective equipment.
Oversee irrigation system operations, including programming, maintenance, and repairs to ensure proper watering of turfgrass.
Monitor turfgrass health and implement pest control and fertilization programs as needed.
Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance services, equipment repairs, and renovations.
Implement sustainable turf management practices to minimize environmental impact and reduce water usage.
Collaborate with the General Manager/Golf Professional and other staff to plan and execute tournaments, events, and course improvements.
Ancillary Job Functions:
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
Comply with all City ordinances, policies, and relevant state and federal laws. Assist other departments as needed, contributing to the overall success of municipal operations.
Education and Experience: (Combination of education, training, and experience will be considered)
Minimum three years’ experience in golf course turfgrass maintenance, including one year of supervisory experience.
Extensive knowledge of turfgrass species, irrigation systems, pest management, and fertilization techniques.
Proficiency in using golf course maintenance equipment and irrigation systems.
Experience with golf course construction or renovation projects preferred.
Valid driver's license
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (not all inclusive)
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to communicate with city officials and the public.
Ability to manage budgets and procurement processes.
Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, City officials, business entities, and the general public.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work under general supervision and make responsible decisions.
Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.
Ability to interpret documents such as written policies, safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Must have experience utilizing Microsoft Office 365.
Work Environment:
May occasionally be required to work in confined spaces, or high/dangerous places.
May be exposed to wet/humid conditions, inclement outdoor weather, vibration, oils, airborne particles/fumes, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, potentially hazardous or cancer-causing agents/chemicals, or very loud noise levels
Physical Abilities: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions)
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Must be able to talk, hear, feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, and operate mechanical equipment.
Must be able to have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement and manual dexterity.
Must have clarity of vision, three-dimensional vision, ability to identify/distinguish colors, and precise hand-eye coordination.
Maximum lifting up to 100 pounds, frequent lifting up to 50 pounds.
Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Range: $75,259.20 -$101,171.20
Date Opened: November 4, 2024
Date Closed: December 4, 2024
Residency: Regular, full-time employees are required to establish and maintain residency within a driving distance of 35 miles of Ottawa City Hall within one year from hire.
E-Mail Confirmation: After your application has been received by the City of Ottawa, you will receive confirmation by e-mail. Please check your SPAM filter or JUNK Mail. If you have not received information within 48 hours of submitting your application, please call 785-229-3634 to verify your application has been received. For additional information, contact Human Resources at 785-229-3634 or e-mail humanresources@ottawaks.gov.
The City of Ottawa conducts background checks and drug screening on all potential candidates.
Anyone with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 785-229-3634 at least two days prior to a scheduled test or interview.
The City of Ottawa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Minimum three years’ experience in golf course turfgrass maintenance, including one year of supervisory experience.
Ottawa Golf Course: A Historic Golfing Experience
Nestled along the north bank of the Marais des Cygnes River, the Ottawa Golf Course is a charming 9-hole public course. Established in 1920 and designed by noted course architect Harry Robb, this course stretches 3,055 yards from the back tees with a par of 35.
The course's well-maintained greens and lush fairways, set against a picturesque natural backdrop, make it an enjoyable round for casual and seasoned golfers. Ottawa Golf Course is the ideal destination whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or simply enjoy a relaxing day outdoors.