Head Green Keeper - Course Superintendent

HEAD GREENKEEPER / GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT

Reports to: Head of Golf

Job Overview:

The Head Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for operation and maintenance of the golf course. These responsibilities include:

• Turfgrass / plant material maintenance programs;
• Property / asset management;
• Personnel management;
• Budgeting / forecasting;
• Financial management;
• Member relations;
• Scheduling / maintenance of irrigation systems;
• Fertilizer and chemical applications; and
• Compliance of regulatory issues.

The Head Greenkeeper / Golf Course Superintendent works to create an environment where staff is involved and enthusiastic, with open communication and respect for themselves, members, guests, and the property.

Basic Functions:

• Responsible for all phases of Golf Maintenance and Agronomic operations, cost control, and personnel.
• Works closely with, advises, and coordinates with the Head of Golf on any issues related to golf course maintenance.
• Directs and participates in the construction and maintenance of the grounds.
• Designs landscape plans for facility grounds and implements the plans.
• Administers and enforces all Club rules, regulations, and policies for staff.
• Supports and assists with membership seminars and orientations.
• Works closely with the Head of Golf to operate the Golf Course in a fiscally responsible and professional manner.
• Must be able to work independently and be a self-starting problem solver.

Primary Duties:

• Oversees the care and maintenance of the turf, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, and wetlands on the facility grounds.
• Directs and assists the staff on the planting of new vegetation; the replacement, spraying, pruning, and trimming of trees and shrubs; the preparation of soil plant beds for aesthetically pleasing arrangements; and tending to high stress areas.
• Provides detailed annual plan for the various property levels and the designated landscaping areas. Includes rotational design to provide facility with a fresh, eye catching, interesting, and pleasant atmosphere.
• Manages an aggressive water usage tracking plan and irrigation systems and provides monthly reporting on retaining ponds, wells, and other water source usage.
• Recruits, supervises, and retains maintenance staff. Conducts employee performance evaluations and exercises disciplinary action.
• Provides technical, operational, and safety training for employees to ensure that staff is working within OSHA, club safety, and governmental guidelines for safe working conditions.
• Oversees subordinates in proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and power equipment. Plans and budgets for additional or replacement capital equipment.<
  
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