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Bonuses/Incentives
Professional Development Budget
Insurance
Retirement
Club Membership Privileges
Preferred Education:
BA/BS/Undergraduate
Overview
The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the overall management and maintenance of the golf course and grounds. This includes, but is not limited to, agronomy, staff supervision, budgeting, and irrigation. Additionally, there will be long-term goals and projects set by the board of directors, that will be expected to be met. The Golf Course Superintendent will collaborate closely with the General Manager to ensure the golf course is maintained to meet club standards. The superintendent is also responsible for ensuring that the golf course is in compliance with all environmental regulations.
Essential Responsibilities
With the chemical supplier, develops a yearly golf course maintenance plan for approval by the General Manager
Prepares the annual maintenance budget and submits to the GM for approval
Inspects golf course daily and reacts to any issues as they arise
Applies chemicals and fertilizers according to established schedules and procedures
Oversees course maintenance staff and manages staff schedules
Oversees greens watering schedules to insure proper moisture management and overall health
Interviews and selects staff members in compliance with club hiring policies
Insures proper repair and maintenance of all equipment.
Takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that budget goals are met.
Recommends improvement plans for the golf course
Develops and maintains drainage, irrigation, and watering systems.
Oversees repairs of water lines or valves and may perform necessary repairs in an emergency
Determines cart path rules and whether the course should be closed due to weather conditions
Meets with greens committee & GM as scheduled
Provide a monthly report with information as dictated by the BOD to the GM.
Attends management staff meetings as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager
Experience Required
3+ years’ experience as a golf course superintendent or assistant superintendent
Pesticide Applicators License, Commercial Not for Hire
Working knowledge of turf grass science and maintenance practices
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Degree in Agronomy preferred
Salary Range/Benefits/Perks
$65,000 - $72,000
Bonuses/Incentives
Professional Development Budget
Insurance
Retirement
Club Membership Privileges
Working Conditions:
Sustained periods of time in an outdoor environment throughout the year
Exposure to chemicals, fertilizers, etc. used on the golf course
Use of potentially dangerous equipment
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; to reach with hands and arms and talk and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Other:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position in the stated work environment. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as requested. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required
Experience Required
3+ years’ experience as a golf course superintendent or assistant superintendent
Pesticide Applicators License, Commercial Not for Hire
Working knowledge of turf grass science and maintenance practices
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
The Club at Ironwood is a friendly, family-oriented golf, social and recreational club with a welcoming atmosphere. The centerpiece of our club is our challenging semi-private 18-hole championship golf course, designed by William F. Gordon featuring six sets of tees for golfers of all ages and abilities. Our Golf Professional Shop is stocked with men's and women's golf equipment and apparel and offers many golf services.
Our clubhouse features a bar, restaurant and private dining area as well as men's and women's locker rooms. Member activities throughout the year bring friends and families together at the clubhouse, the Junior Olympic swimming pool, and tennis facilities.
The Club at Ironwood boasts a fantastic, charming location. In 2012, the Smithsonian Magazine named Staunton one of "The 20 Best Small Towns in America." Staunton is rich in culture and history which leads visitors and residents alike to love the surroundings. Ironwood is an anchor of the Augusta County community and our friendly professional staff strives to ensure that every aspect of the Ironwood experience consistently fulfills members and guests expectations.
