Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Golf Course Superintendent - Lake Blackshear Resort

SUMMARY

The Golf Course Superintendent will report to the General Manager and will be responsible for the maintenance, operation and management of the golf course. The Superintendent will also take responsibility for managing and maintaining club properties that may include equipment, maintenance facility, open spaces, wooded areas, and other properties specified by club officials. The Superintendent will be accountable to protect the company’s assets while ensuring maximum member and guest satisfaction. This position is not limited to the responsibilities outlined below.

HOURS/DAYS

Position requires the individual to maintain flexible availability, will work weekends and holidays and may be required to return to the job site at odd hours under emergency situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interview, hire, direct and supervise a staff of employees for the purpose of maintaining the club’s properties. The Superintendent will have the authority to terminate employment of subordinates.
• Annually review all subordinates for performance, strengths, and weakness and provide feedback to make improvements.
• Develop standard operating procedures that correspond with the maintenance of the golf course and follow the departments, company and club’s philosophy.
• Develop comprehensive training of golf course workers regarding the required maintenance and safe operation of equipment and other tools used in golf course maintenance.
• Plan professional development and training activities for self and subordinates by attending turf conferences, equipment shows, workshops and other educational programs to maintain current knowledge of technical and turf innovations and changes that could affect the departments operation.
• Oversee the scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish work.
• Inspect the golf course and related areas to evaluate how well management standards are being achieved and to effect changes in management programs if needed.
• Plans all maintenance and project work, applying his agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve agreed-upon maintenance standards.
• Establish short- and long-term plans for the golf course.
• Selects all turf, ornamental and tree material and supervises its care and the care of all other flora and fauna as directed by the club.
• Develop and maintain drainage, irrigation and watering systems.
• Oversee all course construction.
• Acquires equipment and purchases necessary supplies to maintain the golf course.
• Oversee the equipment maintenance and repair programs.
• Oversee all chemical and fertilizer applications.
• Maintain inventory controls and approves all expenditures while exercising cost control measures to keep operating and capital expenses in line with approved budgets.
• Will execute the purchase order system accurately and by established procedures.
• Keep accurate and complete records on payroll, inventory, weather data, pesticide/fertilizer applications, maintenance procedures and pumping reports.
• Prepares annual budgets for the maintenance and capital improvements of club properties.
• Must be in compliance and support a drug-free workplace.
• Must have a professional and courteous personality and be able to intelligently communicate with members, residents and staff.
• Must be a pro-active member of the management team: able to generate thoughts and ideas that result in increased financial efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide accurate and timely information to staff members to facilitate communication and the follow of information.
• Will assist and influence safety related training programs and illustrate its importance through demonstrated support.
• Supervise the general safety and security of the maintenance facility, accepting responsibility for the security of the buildings and its assets.
• Will attend all necessary meetings as appropriately directed.
• Daily accomplishment of a clean, healthy and safe working environment, one that abides by this department, OSHA and all local, state and federal standards.
• Exhibit proactive leadership in the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program as it relates to this areas environmental responsibility.
• Will follow all corporate, club and departmental policies and procedures in a strict manner and require same from staff.
• Any other duties assigned by the General Manager.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associates in Science or equivalent in a turf related field; or five years’ experience in turf related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Requires basic computer skills as it relates to industry specific technology. Must process the ability to learn and efficiently utilize Word, Excel and inter-office e-mail.

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