Golf Course Superintendent
Golf Course in Frederick, Course is looking for a Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Overview:
This position supports the goals of the Parks and Open Space Department, which manages an attractive and vast array of outdoor recreational resources including the golf course, parks, open spaces, trails and Milavec Reservoir. This position joins a team of highly dedicated individuals in a supportive environment where all are working to a common goal of providing our residents and visitors an amazing experience in their outdoor spaces.

Under the direction of the Golf Course General Manager, the position performs a variety of supervisory, administrative, technical and maintenance work in the operational planning and maintenance of the town’s golf course and surrounding grounds, open spaces and facilities. Responsible for overseeing assigned projects and areas and participates in work as needed. Responsible for daily work distribution and maintaining work schedules. Exercises close supervision to maintenance workers as well as to employee(s) in lead worker position and provides technical instruction to crews.

Duties:
• Supervises the overall maintenance of the course and surrounding facilities and grounds including but not limited to: turf, native landscapes, trees, irrigation systems, pump stations, equipment, ponds, bunkers, driving range, cart paths, landscaping, clubhouse grounds and structures.
• Manages and implements the golf course agronomic program.
• Establish, implement & manage standard operating procedures for golf course maintenance.
• Assist the General Manager and Department Director with the annual operations and capital budget requests.
• Establish and maintain daily communication with the clubhouse staff in regards to maintenance activity.
• Strive to ensure all first/last impression opportunities with guests are positive.
• Participate in regular golf course tours with the General Manager.
• Assists in the preparation and manages assigned implementation portions of the Department’s annual work plans and capital improvement plans and projects.
• Supervises assigned personnel including: recruitment, retention and evaluations in coordination with the General Manager.
• Monitors turfgrass and landscape irrigation requirements and schedules required operations.
• Supervises in-house construction, special projects and landscape improvements made to assigned areas.
• Maintains records of the equipment, materials, personnel and time required to complete duties. Prepares reports concerning the job assignments and related activities.
• Orders materials and supplies for projects. Maintains inventory.
• Supervises pesticide and fertilizer applications in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Responsible for golf equipment inventory and operations in coordination with the Parks and Golf Equipment Technician.
• Develops, promotes adherence to, and effectively models appropriate safety rules, regulations and practices. Ensures safety procedures are taught to new hires and periodically reviews procedures with more senior staff.
• Promotes teamwork and encourages an atmosphere that will stimulate an exchange of ideas, information and job experience within the department.
• Participates in snow control on Town trails, sidewalks and other areas.
• Participates in Town supervisor meetings, trainings and initiatives as assigned.
• Assists the Parks Manager and Open Space & Trails Manager on inter-division projects and the maintenance of the Town’s non-potable water system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Working knowledge of all equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and/or repair activities, and the ability to teach others.
Working knowledge of all Parks and Open Space departmental policies and procedures.
Must be able to interact positively and maintain effective working relationships with all customers, including contractors, vendors, other agencies, and the general public.
Working knowledge of common hazards and safety precautions necessary for public works operations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Associate’s Degree in Turfgrass Management or similar field.
Field experience may substitute for Education on a year-by-year basis.
Minimum of four years of experience in golf course maintenance management.
Two years of experience as a supervisor or crew leader in similar field.
Possess a Qualified Supervisor Pesticide License in the State of Colorado in the Turf and Aquatic categories within one year from date of hire.
Possess Certified Golf Course Irrigation Auditor standing with the Irrigation Association within two years of date of hire.
Possess a Class A Membership with the Golf Course Superintendent’s Association within one year from date of hire.
First Aid and CPR certified within one year from date of hire.
Preferred, but not required: Golf Course Superintendent’s Association of America designation of Certified Golf Course Superintendent.

Compensation:
$77,054 – $115,518 per year.

How to apply:
Please apply via the URL provided.

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