Golf Course Superintendent

Hammock Creek Golf Club is seeking a skilled and experienced Head Golf Course Superintendent to oversee the maintenance and care of our golf course. This is a unique opportunity to lead one of South Florida’s well-known golf properties while working in a collaborative club environment with members, guests, and local ownership.

Hammock Creek Golf Club, a semi-private golf club, is well-known for its centerpiece Jack Nicklaus Legacy Design® golf course. Opened in July of 1996, the championship eighteen-hole layout hosts 60,000 rounds per year, including several local, state, and national competitions. Locally owned and operated, the Club takes tremendous pride in being a part of the South Florida golf community.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for golf course management, a strong background in turfgrass maintenance, and the ability to lead a dedicated team. As the Golf Course Superintendent, you will play a key role in maintaining the high standards of our golf course and ensuring an exceptional experience for our members and guests.

• Implement and execute effective turfgrass maintenance programs to ensure the health and appearance of the golf course and practice facilities, and clubhouse landscape.
• Monitor and manage irrigation systems for optimal water usage and turf health.
• Oversee mowing, aerification, topdressing, chemical applications, equipment maintenance, and other cultural practices to maintain course conditions.
• Manage and maintain bunkers, greens, fairways, and other course features to meet or exceed established standards.
• Lead, train, mentor, and motivate a team of 12-15 groundskeeping staff.
• Collaborate closely with the local ownership team and senior staff to align course conditions with the club goals and event schedules.
• Schedule and coordinate daily tasks to ensure efficient and effective course maintenance.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to safety, environmental stewardship, and labor practices.
• Assist in the development and management of the annual budget for the golf course maintenance department.
• Develop with ownership team yearly capital needs and long-range agronomic strategies.
• Monitor expenses and work within budgetary constraints.
• Implement and promote sustainable and environmentally responsible practices on the golf course.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in golf course management.

• Golf Course Superintendent Association of America (GCSAA) class A, preferred.
• Pesticide application certification, required.
• Valid driver's license, required.