Golf Course Superintendent

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

Employees of Bluejack National ensure that the highest level of service is offered to the members and guests of Bluejack National by providing them with personal, gracious and professional service. Under general direction from the Director of Agronomy, the Superintendent is responsible for the execution and direction of all golf course maintenance practices to the golf course approved by the Director of Agronomy.  The incumbent will direct and lead regarding all cultural practices, project task priorities, associate training and consistency of all standards set and developed by Bluejack National and the Director of Agronomy. He or she will be responsible for keeping records for payroll, personnel, operations, pesticide and fertilizer applications.  As well as responsible for maintaining effective employee and club member relations while attempting to insure the highest quality playing conditions for the members and their guests.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The responsibilities of the Golf Course Superintendent include, but are not limited to, the following:

•Direct maintenance activities for all golf course components.

•Supervise the planting, fertilizing, pesticide application, seeding, sodding and maintenance of all turf areas

•Administer the budget and maintain costs within department guidelines

•Responsible for implementing approved monthly programs and 90-day action plans

•Responsible for financial management and assisting the Director of Agronomy with the development of annual Operating and Capital budgets

•Keep records of all annual safety programs, maintenance activities, pesticide and fertilizer applications

•Assist with time keeping payroll approvals for staff

•Assist in planning and implementation of construction/improvement projects

•Supervise proper installation, programming, repair and maintenance of irrigation and pumping systems

•Responsible for maintaining communication with the Director of Agronomy regarding all problems or member issues having to do with the condition of the golf course and employee relations

•Manage the organization of components of the Natural Recourse Management Center

•Execute the personnel functions of the department by interviewing applicants, training, evaluating and reviewing associates

•Follow fair progressive discipline and counseling procedures as set forth by the Bluejack National

•Provide excellent member services, professional advice and assistance to all patrons

•Conduct oneself in a professional manner and maintain a professional image at all times

•Be informed on, and promote all club activities and services

•Resolve member complaints and be a Bluejack National ambassador at all times 

•Attend all relevant operational meetings

•Support the Development / Club Customs, Culture and Rules

•Adheres to all federal, state and local laws regarding health, safety and employment

•Assist in managing tournaments and outings

•General special projects and additional duties as requested by Director of Agronomy

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Experience:

•3 plus years previous experience as an Assistant Superintendent and 1-2 years as Superintendent

•Two year degree/Bachelor’s degree preferred

•Warm season turf grass management a plus

•Ultra-dwarf grow-in experience and continuing high performance maintenance experience

•Knowledge and experience with golf course construction and/or renovation projects including grow-in

•Depth knowledge and experience with greens construction methods, golf course drainage, water quality, irrigation design

•Prior experience in high-end golf/country club or hospitality industry a plus

•Strong communication and correspondence skills with the ability to maintain sound working relationships and communications with members, management, staff, ownership, prospective buyers and vendors

•Good organizational skills and the ability to work well independently; attention to quality and detail

•Career oriented with strong commitment to the profession

•Professional appearance and presentation

Skills and Abilities:

•Enjoy working with members, guests and associates

•Requires excellent oral and written communications skills 

•Possession of a valid driver’s license

•Must obtain Texas Pesticide License with 90 days of employment

•Excellent human relations skills, with a talent for motivating staff and members

•Good organizational skills with the ability to work independently as well as with a team

•Computer literate, possessing skills in Microsoft Office and Outlook 

•Ability to function under pressure, set priorities and adjust to changing conditions

•High work ethic, with sense of responsibility for the role filled within our team

•Must be able to stay organized and work independently

Number of employees supervised:

•    30-50

Approximate schedule and hours:

•50-55 hours or more, per week. Weekdays, weekends and Holidays. Schedule flexible as business dictates.

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Salary : $90,000 - $0