Greens Superintendent

Overview

The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Greens Superintendent for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the broad general direction of the Head Professional/Manager, serves as a facility director under the title of Superintendent at Rutgers University Golf Course. Rutgers University Golf Course operated as a 9 hole facility until it went through a major renovation in 1960.

The course reopened in 1963 as an 18-hole facility, playing at a length of 6,337 yards from the Scarlet tees. The facility also includes a Practice & Teaching Facility that has a 28 bay range and an 11,000 sq. ft. practice green with two greenside bunkers. The course is open from March 1st to December 20th and hosts up to 38,000 rounds of golf in that time period.

We are home to a diverse mix of golfers from the tri-state area who include the general public, alumni, faculty/staff and students.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Responsible for all aspects of golf course maintenance, which includes, but is not limited to, all personnel matters for both full and part time maintenance staff, successful turf grass/plant/woodlands and material maintenance programs, budget planning, asset management which includes irrigation systems and all maintenance equipment, compliance with all licensing requirements and regulatory issues, and oversight and implementation of golf course improvement projects.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

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Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

Union Description

Union Description Term/Ungraded Staff

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Minimum 2 years as a Superintendent or 1st Assistant or equivalent knowledge and length of employment in a similar field.
• Graduate of a two year turfgrass management school with a certificate in Turfgrass Management.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that will be used to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals and groups that includes students, staff, customers, golf committees and university management.
• Advanced computer skills in most Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Requires a high degree of administrative and executive ability, especially in terms of problem solving and decision making.
• Constantly strives to improve all areas of the facility by seeking the most recent advances in golf course management.
• These actions will put Rutgers University Golf Course in an excellent position for the future.
• Ensure quality and…