Golf Superintendent is responsible for overall maintenance and care of the golf course, including turf/grass management, irrigation, and chemical applications (e.g., fertilizer, pesticides) to ensure quality playing conditions. Oversees continued development of golf course during golf season to improve playing conditions and maintenance of course during off-season. Being a Golf Superintendent manage purchasing, replenishment, and inventory of all materials, supplies, and equipment used to maintain golf course. Liaises with the Head Golf Professional on any issues related to golf course operations and maintenance. Additionally, Golf Superintendent typically requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a golf course general manager. The Golf Superintendent manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Golf Superintendent typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Overview:
The Golf Course Superintendent will be responsible for the overall maintenance of the golf course, adjoining property and the practice facility. In addition, responsibilities will include but not be limited to staff supervision, budgeting, agronomy, irrigation, equipment repair, and maintenance. The superintendent will work closely with the Director of Golf and the property development team to improve and maintain the course layout, turf establishment, and internal practices in relation to the golf course putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers and paths.
Travel Demands:
This position requires daily travel to/from Daufuskie Island SC 29915.
Daufuskie Island is a bridgeless island, and is accessed by water. Candidates must be comfortable traveling by vessel on a daily basis.
Education and Membership Expectations
The ideal candidate will have:
- Associates or Bachelor of Science Degree in Turf Management or related field
Ideal candidate will have but not required
- GCSAA Membership or apprentice
Experience Expectations
The ideal candidate will have:
- 3 years as a golf course superintendent or similar title and/or 4 years as an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent at an 18-hole course or larger.
Abilities and Duties
The Ideal candidate will have the understanding, ability, or willingness to
- Obtain SC Pesticide License / pest control
- Operate under organic golf course maintenance and equipment maintenance principles
- Repair, maintain, and install irrigation equipment
- Diagnose and maintain drainage systems
- Repair and maintain course maintenance equipment
- Composting principals
Course Description:
The Melrose Golf Club is an 18-hole, Jack Nicklaus designed golf course located on Daufuskie Island, South Carolina. While in a redevelopment stage, we have implemented an organic maintenance program designed to create an upscale public golf course that works in harmony with nature, preserving the island's natural habitat and benefiting our surrounding community.
One of the key initiatives we are undertaking involves the incorporation of agroforestry principles across various sections of the course. This innovative approach integrates elements of farming within the golf course. These sections will produce components for consumption and materials necessary to sustain the course itself, all while operating in tandem with our commitment to environmental preservation.
Our aim is to reduce reliance on synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, promoting a healthier ecosystem that serves both human interests and the environment. We believe that this initiative will not only elevate the golfing experience but also foster a deeper connection between the community and our shared environment.
Disclaimer:
Majority of the duties will be completed outside of an office setting and the ideal candidate will be able to remain comfortable outdoors. There is a possibility the candidate will be required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Use of computer, which requires extensive eye contact with a video display terminal. The person in this position frequently communicates with employees/vendors and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment nor does it alter your at-will employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person