Golf Course Superintendent

Position Description

Golf Course Superintendent

Build the standard. Protect the details. Drive long-term course performance.

This role is designed for a disciplined, strategic turf professional who thrives on structure, systems, and long-term results. You take pride in designing processes, improving operations, and delivering consistent, tournament-quality conditions through planning, precision, and accountability.

Reporting to the Director of Golf, you will have full ownership of the agronomic operation — from long-range planning and infrastructure to daily execution — ensuring every process, surface, and facility reflects a clearly defined, measurable standard.

This is a role for a self-directed leader who values clarity over chaos, process over reaction, and long-term enhancement over short-term fixes.

• Design and implement comprehensive turf programs that produce consistent, high-performance playing conditions

• Establish documented standards for daily setup, firmness, speed, and visual presentation

• Manage irrigation, drainage, and water systems with data-driven decision-making

• Maintain detailed records to guide forecasting, planning, and continuous improvement

• Lead renovation, restoration, and construction projects with a long-term architectural mindset

• Build and maintain a highly organized, efficient maintenance facility aligned with course standards

• Implement structured equipment maintenance, replacement planning, and lifecycle management

• Ensure regulatory compliance and precise chemical and fertilizer documentation

• Develop and enforce comprehensive safety systems

• Recruit, develop, and lead a team operating with clear expectations and defined processes

• Create measurable performance standards for daily course presentation

• Conduct structured training, evaluation, and professional development

• Lead through visibility, consistency, and preparation

• Prepare and manage annual operating and capital budgets

• Forecast equipment, infrastructure, and project needs

• Implement cost-control strategies that protect course conditions and long-term goals

• Provide clear, proactive communication on course conditions, agronomic programs, and project timelines

• Align maintenance planning with the club calendar and competitive schedule

• Present information in a way that builds confidence in the plan and process

• Maintain accurate documentation of utilities, drainage, grading, and landscape systems

• Support storm preparation and emergency response with structured plans

• Ensure the entire property reflects a cohesive, high-end presentation

• 4–8 years progressive golf course management experience

• 2–5 years as a First/Lead Assistant Superintendent preferred

• Turfgrass degree or certificate

• Advanced Ultradwarf Bermuda grass experience

• GCSAA certification preferred

• Pesticide applicator license

• Strong technology and data-management skills

• Experience with capital planning and project execution

• Sets high standards and builds systems to sustain them

• Highly organized, forward-thinking, and process-driven

• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently

• Makes decisions based on data, observation, and long-term impact

• Takes pride in preparation, documentation, and follow-through

• Visible, hands-on, and consistent in execution

• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Ability to walk, climb, bend, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods