Superintendent
- Department:
- Course maintenance
- Location:
- 86th Street and 7th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11228
- Golf Course:
- Salary Range:
Based on Experience
- Status:
- Full-time
- Relocation avaliable:
- No
Job summary:
Sustains course function by directing course development and turf management activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain the appearance and safety of the course by diagnosing and treating agronomic issues; supervising irrigation scheduling and repairs; maintaining a wide variety of turf grasses in extreme climatic conditions; managing course preparations for tournament and daily play; integrating environmental programs specializing in IPM (Integrated Pest Management); overseeing maintenance of the golf cart fleet; coordinating, scheduling and supervising capital improvement projects
- Manage maintenance operations involved in providing maintenance of greens, fairways, tees, sand traps, bodies of water, roughs, maintenance shop, golf carts and clubhouse; responsibility for the selection, training, assignment and assessment of maintenance staff, providing corrective action as needed; holding safety meetings to ensure the highest level of safety for all maintenance staff
- Provide effective administration by developing and executing annual maintenance plan and budget for the course; tracking maintenance expenses including payroll, supplies, fertilizer, chemicals, etc.; maintaining maintenance records and developing required maintenance reports; ordering parts, supplies and equipment as needed
Additional Responsibilities:
- Resolve technical maintenance problems with the assistance of the Regional Superintendent
- Maintain positive relations with members of the community
- Implement and support all AGC initiatives and programs as requested by management
Minimum Qualifications and Skill Requirements:
- 2- or 4-year college degree in Agronomy, Turf Management or related field and 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- 2 years experience as an Assistant Superintendent preferred
- 2-3 years experience managing people, preferably in the golf/hospitality/service industry
- Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and management
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Solid time management, organization and prioritization skills
- Innovative thinker with the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing business environment
- Ability to effectively build a team environment and provide motivation
- Member of the Golf Course Superintendent’s Association preferred
- Certified Pesticide License
- Valid driver’s license
Job benefits:
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Merchandise Discounts
- Meal and Beverage Discounts
- Health Care and Welfare Benefits such as Life Insurance, Medical Plans, Dental Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Plans
- Golf and Tennis Privileges
- 401(k) Savings Plan
