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Quail Ridge Golf Course in Clarkston, Washington is looking for a full-time Superindendent to manage the physical course, daily maintenance, and outdoor operations.
Clarkston is located at the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater Rivers. Fishing and hunting are popular activities in the Lewis-Clark Valley and you'll find multiple public boat ramps and marinas for easy access to the water. The surrounding areas offer a spectacular climate, views, and activities. The incredible Hells Canyon is within a short drive and is a natural wonder of North America with the deepest river gorge, and is home to incredible whitewater rafting, hiking, wildlife viewing, and more.
Come see what the Lewis-Clark Valley has to offer!
Job Purpose
The Golf Course Superintendent is fully accountable for all duties assigned by the Board of Directors. The purpose of the Golf Course Superintendent is to provide direct oversight of the physical course and all daily maintenance and outdoor operations.
Job Summary
The ideal candidate must be extremely driven and willing to put in the necessary work to be successful. Must be a team player who shares a passion for golf and produces conditions that are consistent on a day-to-day basis.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage all activities required to produce excellent playing conditions daily.
Hire, train and supervise the maintenance team, creating staff schedules to ensure high-quality standards.
Plan and implement a fertilizer, aeration, and pest management program for optimal turfgrass and plant care.
Collaborate with the Board of Directors to prepare and maintain the annual golf course maintenance budget.
Participate in the development of course improvement projects and lead the implementation.
Supervise equipment maintenance and repairs, establishing preventative maintenance programs for equipment, tools, and vehicles.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in all work areas, including chemical and fertilizer storage, equipment storage, repair areas and employee facilities.
Meet regularly with the board of directors and shareholders to assess course conditions and allocate resources effectively.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations relating to chemical storage, fertilizer use, employee safety, and public safety.
Implement and delegate daily routines for grounds staff
Property maintenance to include buildings, paths, parking lots, lighting, physical plant, etc.
Able to communicate clearly and professionally with vendors and board members.
Qualifications & Requirements
3-5 years experience in the golf industry as a superintendent or assistant
Valid Driver’s License required.
Working knowledge of WA Pesticide Application law and compliance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
Positive attitude and the ability to lead a team.
Physical Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to:
Regularly stand, climb, walk, hear/listen, talk
Frequently lift up to 50-100 pounds, pull/push, carry, grasp, reach
Frequently sit, stoop, kneel
Clearly see 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses, ability to focus
Mental & Other Skills/Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the:
Adaptability: ability to adapt to changes, delays or unexpected events in the work environment; ability to manage competing demands and prioritize tasks; ability to change approach or method to best fit the situation.
Analytical Ability: ability to maintain focus for extended periods of time; ability to complete research projects with resourcefulness and persistence; ability to synthesize complex or diverse information; ability to use intuition and experience to complement existing data.
Attendance: ability to consistently arrive and be able to work as scheduled.
Computer/Technical Ability: working knowledge of: Word Processing software, Internet software
Dependability: ability to follow instructions, both in written and verbal format; ability to respond to management direction; ability to complete tasks on time or notify the appropriate person with an alternate plan when necessary.
Interpersonal Skills: ability to maintain satisfactory relationships with others, excellent customer service skills and a good overall understanding of appropriate human relations. Awareness of and sensitivity to the service population's culture and socioeconomic characteristics.
Judgment: ability to make prudent and timely decisions; ability to exhibit sound and accurate judgment; ability to explain reasoning for decisions.
Language Ability: ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively before customers or employees of organization.
Motor Coordination: the ability to coordinate eyes, hands, fingers, and feet accurately and handle precise movements.
Problem Solving Ability: ability to identify and/or prevent problems before they occur; ability to formulate alternative solutions to problems when necessary; ability to transfer learning from past experiences to new experiences of similar nature.
Quality Management: ability to complete duties, on time and with absolute precision, at least 95% of the time; ability to edit the accuracy and thoroughness of one's work as well as the work of others; ability to constructively apply feedback to improve performance, ability to generate ideas to improve and promote quality in work.
Reasoning Ability: ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Workplace Environmental Conditions
While performing the essential duties/responsibilities of this job, the employee will be exposed to:
Noise Conditions: exposed during a shift to constant or intermittent sounds at moderate to loud levels of sound dependent upon the activities of the property.
Heat: subject to high temperatures
Cold: exposed to low temperatures
Atmospheric Exposures: exposed to dusts, fumes, vapors, or mists
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Employee must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of the company, including those set out in the Employee Handbook, or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees
Employee must complete all required and/or assigned training in a timely manner
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by the company. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by the Board of Directors.
This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the company and any employee.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The job responsibilities of this position may include cross-training in other functions or positions to ensure satisfactory operation of the property or work area.
This job is performed both in an office and outdoor setting.
Salary Exempt at $ per Washington pay standards.
Quail Ridge Golf Course is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
This position is full-time, Monday through Friday with weekend hours as needed.
This is a salary exempt position per Washington pay standards.
Welcome to Quail Ridge Golf Course
When you come play the Quail Ridge Golf Course, you will experience some of the best golf in Clarkston. Our Clarkston golf course is 18-holes and is perfect for all levels of golfers to be challenged while having a good time. Our idyllic settings will let you step away from life for a little while and focus on your golf passion. You will be able to test your abilities with our lush fairways, beautiful views and our outstanding greens. Immediately after your round of golf, you will be eager to come back and play more.