Job Description
CLUB DETAILS
Facility: Member Owned
Course Access: Member and Non- Member
Number of Holes: 9
Total Annual Rounds: Approx. 17,000
Members: 260
Primary Golf Season: April - October
POSITION OVERVIEW
Title: Golf Course Superintendent
Reports to: Board of Directors (Greens Committee)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
General Responsibilities
Leads the construction and maintenance of the golf course.
Leads the maintenance and repair of construction and golf course maintenance equipment.
Rendering professional advice, opinions, assistance and services to the facility's board of directors or managing body as required.
Participating in all long-range planning meetings.
Reporting
In all instances, the golf course superintendent coordinates operations with the board of directors and golf professional.
Typical functions
The golf course superintendent assumes responsibility for managing and maintaining golf course properties, which may include:
The golf course(s)
Maintenance equipment
Clubhouse grounds and landscaping
Additional functions
Interviews, hires, trains and supervises a staff of employees for the purpose of maintaining the properties. The superintendent has authority to terminate employment of subordinates.
Plans all maintenance and project work, applying his or her agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve the agreed-upon maintenance standards and long-range goals.
Oversees the scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish the work. The superintendent frequently inspects the golf course and related areas to evaluate how well management standards are being achieved and to effect changes in management programs.
The superintendent is responsible for inventory control and oversees the equipment maintenance programs. The superintendent approves all expenditure and exercises cost control measures to keep, as nearly as possible, operating and capital expenses in line with the approved budgets.
Keeps accurate and complete records on payroll, inventory, weather data, maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, etc.
Communicates regularly with other members of the top management group to discuss activities, goals, plans and member/customer input.
Working Conditions
Enjoy physical activity: Expect to engage in typical golf course maintenance activities for extended periods (6-8 hours).
Physical demands: Regularly reach with arms and hands; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Environmental exposure: Be prepared for moderate exposure to noise, extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
Schedule flexibility: Work extended hours during the golf and holiday season.
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