Golf Course Superintendent
About the course:
Amana Colonies Golf Club opened for play in 1989 and has been masterfully designed to preserve the natural features of the land. Our 18-hole championship golf course winds through 500 acres of stately white oak trees and forests. The golf course features meandering streams, shining ponds, and striking scenery that add to the aesthetic beauty and enjoyment of the game. The golf course offers 5 sets of tees, ranging from 5,228 to 6,824 yards, designed to accommodate players of all skill levels. Amana Colonies Golf Club has been consistently ranked as one of the top courses in Iowa by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine. Amana Colonies Golf club is managed by Kahler Golf.
Summary
Ideal candidates have a genuine passion for agronomic practices and maintenance management. As Golf Course Superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and agronomic practices of the golf course and adjacent grounds, including the clubhouse landscaping and maintenance. Responsibilities also include overseeing the repair and maintenance of all golf course-related equipment. Previous supervisory experience is a requirement for the position.
Ideal candidates have flexible schedules with availability to work weekends and holidays, as needed. This position includes competitive compensation and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Maintains all grounds including the golf course, clubhouse surrounds and other maintainable property
- Supervises all planting, fertilizing and chemical applications, and other care of turf, plants, shrubs and trees on the golf course and clubhouse surrounds
- Hires, supervises, and develops Assistant Superintendent, foreman, irrigation technician and other employees in the maintenance department
- Informs members about present and future maintenance activities
- Coordinates scheduling of all personnel assigned to the department
- Communicates frequently with the General Manger and Director of Maintenance to discuss activities, goals, plans and member/customer feedback
- Prepares and manages annual budget plan for the golf course maintenance operation on an annual basis
- Maintains inventory and oversees all repairs and scheduled maintenance of all golf course maintenance equipment
- Implements and enforces comprehensive safety program for employees of the maintenance department
- Supervises maintenance and operation of drainage, irrigation, and other mechanical watering systems
- Develops chemical and fertilizing plan on an annual basis
- Ensures that the golf course is providing healthy and high-quality playing conditions for guests of the property
- Prepares and maintains all recordkeeping for maintenance department (i.e., Human Resource files, inventory files, fertilization, and chemical application logs)
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager
Educational Requirements
Education and Experience Requirements
- 3-5 years turf grass management experience required
- Supervisory, coaching and staff development experience required
- A four-year college degree preferred, but not required
- GCSAA Member preferred, but not required
- Knowledge of budgeting and expense management
- Knowledge of local, federal, and state laws and regulations affecting management of golf course operations
- Must have a strong business aptitude and passion for the golf business
- Must Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Must be highly organized and efficient with a high attention to detail
- Must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Must have basic computer skills, Word and Excel
Job Benefits
Job Benefits
- Salary
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- PTO Program
- Bonus Eligibility
- Uniform Allowance
- Golf Privileges
- Association Dues and Meeting Allowance
Date Job is Available
Salary
$70,000 to $75,000 per year
Overtime: No
Job Application Instructions
Email skahler@amanagolf.com
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