Position Summary:

Responsible for all activities related to the care and maintenance of the golf course, grounds, and equipment. Assists the Superintendent with planning and implementing budget and operating plans. Hires, trains and supervises staff. Responsibilities also include applying relevant landscaping, horticultural principles to assure that quality standards are consistently achieved and/or exceeded.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of the annual maintenance budget and operating plan.  Implement the plan according to Company operating policies and procedures to ensure cost containment.
• Plan and implement staffing schedules to ensure quality standards are achieved at minimum employee cost.
• Supervise and perform various maintenance duties to maintain the golf course in proper playing condition according to Company standards.
• Supervise development and maintenance of drainage, irrigation, pumping and water reservoir systems.
• Supervise all planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, and trees on the golf course and grounds. Assist with the development and implementation of a fertilizer, aeration and Integrated Pest Management program for proper turf grass and plant care.
• Supervise course construction projects.
• Supervise equipment maintenance and repair operations. Establish and implement a cleaning and preventative maintenance program for appropriate equipment, tools, vehicles, etc.
• Ensure maintenance of all appropriate quality and cleanliness standards including, but not limited to, employee hygiene and uniforms, equipment repair areas, equipment storage areas, chemical and fertilizer storage areas, receiving areas, washing areas, lunchroom areas, restrooms, etc.
• Monitor the purchase ordering and receiving program to maintain proper inventories of supplies and ensure proper quantity and price on all purchases.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, OSHA rules and regulations, relating to chemical and fertilizer storage and disposal, employee safety, public safety, etc.
• Manage employment activities for applicable staff members, including but not limited to, personnel recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, training, compensation, discipline and termination, etc.
• Maintain accurate records for pertaining to department activities including, but not limited to, labor schedules, course maintenance, construction activities, equipment repair, safety meetings and activities, fertilizer and chemical applications and pest control practices. Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required operational, financial, budgetary and related reports.
• Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations.
• Perform other duties as appropriate.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Job Knowledge/Technology: Must have advanced knowledge of agronomy, turfgrass management practices. Working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices, and methods; and a thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf. Knowledge of chemicals, pesticides, insecticides, and fertilizer applications and timetables to ensure optimum turf health and growth during all seasons while minimizing weed infestation and controlling of agronomic pests without additional course down-time. Knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations (including, but not limited to, employment, safety and environmental standards, laws, and regulations). Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Leadership: Ability to lead and influence across the organization while successfully cultivating cross-functional teamwork.

 Communication: Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills that provide ability to interact with the most senior levels of the organization, as well as subordinates and peers. Convey information to all levels of the organization in a clear, focused, and concise manner.

Collaboration and Teamwork: Work harmoniously with others to get a job done and puts team goals above personal objectives. Has the ability to successfully gain cross-functional support and cooperation in improving processes and implementing initiatives.

 Coaching and Developing Others: The ability to coach and help others increase capabilities and maximize potential. Develop and manage high potential individuals. Conduct performance appraisals and feedback.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s, Associate, or Certification in Turfgrass Management or related field preferred.
• 3 years golf course maintenance, supervisory and/or management experience.
• Current Driver’s License
• Texas Applicators License or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.