Head Golf Course Superintendent

Oliphant Golf Management: Kishwaukee Country Club

DeKalb, IL

Head Golf Course Superintendent

About Kishwaukee Country Club:

Nestled in DeKalb, Illinois, Kishwaukee Country Club (KCC) is a family-oriented, full-service, member-owned country club established in 1901. For over 100 years, KCC has been a staple of the northern Illinois landscape, offering an outstanding 18-hole championship golf course designed by noted architect Thomas Bendelow. Kishwaukee CC presents tree-lined fairways, strategic bunkers and water hazards like the flowing Kishwaukee River, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a vibrant social scene with traditions such as holiday celebrations and family events. The club provides excellent facilities for members, families, and guests to enjoy, including ample practice areas, a clubhouse with dining and bar services, and a commitment to creating lasting memories in a welcoming environment.

About Oliphant Golf Management:

Oliphant Golf Management provides a results-oriented style of golf course management that sets us apart. As a full-service golf course management company, we provide our clients with straight-forward guidance and keep things simple and establish lasting business relationships based on mutual success.

OGM provides uncommon capabilities in the management and long-term improvement of golf properties. Our contracts range from maintenance only, to full general management services, to turn-key leasing of golf resorts.

Position Summary:

The Head Golf Course Superintendent plays a critical role in the golf operations. The Superintendent is responsible for all agronomic management and daily maintenance of the 18-hole golf course, clubhouse grounds, and common areas as directed by management. This position will coordinate daily with the General Manager and Golf Shop to provide golfers an exceptional golf experience everyday. The Superintendent's areas of supervision include all daily crew activities, the budget, the planning and advancement of course maintenance practices upholding a top tier facility presentation, and the hiring and training of an excellent crew. The qualified candidate will be a team-player and will consistently advance the wellbeing of Kishwaukee Country Club, OGM, and the entire team. This candidate must possess a positive attitude as well as a strong work ethic and be organized, attentive to detail, and self motivated.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees the care and maintenance of the turf and overall playing conditions, the ornamental plants, shrubs, trees and wetlands on the facility grounds.
• Oversee and guide all operations of the Kishwaukee Country Club golf course maintenance department and all associated personnel.
• Recruits, supervises and retains maintenance crew. Conducts employee performance evaluations and holds regularly scheduled safety meetings.
• Cultivates and maintains the golf course to excellent playing condition according to the standards of Kishwaukee Country Club and OGM.
• Schedules maintenance practices around play and outings to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to members. Coordinates daily with the General Manager and Head Golf Professional.
• Provides detailed annual plans for the cultural practices and the designated landscaping areas. Includes rotational design to provide facility with fresh eye-catching, interesting and pleasant atmosphere.
• Manages water usage tracking plan and irrigation systems and provides regular reporting on retaining ponds, wells and other water source usage.
• Provides technical, operational and safety training for employees to ensure that staff working within OSHA, club safety, state and federal guidelines for safe working conditions. Oversees team in proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and course equipment. Plans and budgets for prioritized future capital replacement. Supervises and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the Club's grounds in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Develops annual operating budget and plans for maintenance and capital improvement projects. Supervises and controls the same, throughout the year.
• Directs and assists the staff on the planting of new vegetation, the replacement, spraying, pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs, and the preparation of plant beds for aesthetically pleasing arrangements.

Educational Requirements:

2-4 year Turf Management / Horticulture degree preferred

Special Requirements:

The ability to obtain a Wisconsin pesticide license

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 3 years related work, management and supervision experience

Job Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401k Matching, Initial 2 Weeks Paid Vacation, Association Dues, Educational Allowance, Company Phone, Company Vehicle, Moving Stipend

Salary:

Annual base salary $85,000+ DOE

Date Available:

April 15, 2026

Job Type:

Full-time year-round

Send Resumes to Tom Stem, Regional Manager Agronomy

tstem@oliphantcompanies.com

570-242-3903

Oliphant Golf Management
3046 Village Park Drive
Plover, WI 54467