Golf Course Superintendent

OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT:

The Golf Course Superintendent is entrusted with the responsibility of leading the golf course maintenance operation and management of the golf course and grounds. This position will lead all agronomic programs and practices to ensure consistent conditions align with standards for the facility and customer. Additionally, as an integral part of the management team, this position acts as a representative of the company while promoting the values of the organization

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Directly manage all aspects of golf maintenance department including routine maintenance, staff, project management, and problem resolution
• Plans, assigns, monitors, and coordinates all work activities of department staff
• Establishes and evaluates cultural and maintenance programs required to maintain all golf course areas
• Maintains records and makes recommendations concerning materials, manpower, and equipment used
• Maintains and enforces safety regulations and procedures
• Ensure all programs and procedures meet standards of maintenance and that continuous improvement is the primary goal and objective of the maintenance team
• Manages golf maintenance budget including expenditures, planning, monitoring, and justification
• Responsible for the hiring, training, evaluating, and makes recommendations on the disciplining of assigned employees; supervises assigned employees  

• Monitors turfgrass irrigation requirements and schedules requiring irrigation operations
• Maintains compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations; and manages golf course environmental programs

Additional Responsibilities:

• Coordinates activities, projects and policy making related to turf management practices
• Responsible for employee evaluations, training, and development of all staff assigned to the department
• Optimize efficiencies and cost saving opportunities by monitoring monthly expenses
• Work closely with the General Manager on prioritizing capital spending on equipment and projects  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice