Golf Course Superintendent
Golf Course in Marana, Arizona is looking for a Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Overview:
Reporting to the Director of Agronomy, this position assists with the operation of the golf course and maintenance activities including, but not limited to: turf grass/plant material maintenance programs, property/asset management, personnel management, budget/forecasting, financial management, member relations, scheduling/maintenance of irrigation systems, pesticide applications, related record keeping and compliance of regulatory issues. The position works to create an environment where staff are involved and enthusiastic, with open communications and respect for themselves, members, guests and the property.

• Responsible for all phases of Golf Course Maintenance and Agronomic operations, cost control, and personnel.
• Works closely with, advises, and coordinates with the Director of Agronomy on any issues related to golf course maintenance.
• Directs and participates in the construction and maintenance of the grounds.
• Administers and enforces member/guest rules, regulations, and policies for staff.
• Works closely with the Director of Agronomy to operate and facilitate maintenance in a fiscally responsible and professional manner.
• Assists with hiring and training staff, including maintaining, training, and performance documentation.
• Ensures irrigation systems are operational and repairs are made, as well as overseeing irrigation duties to keep the courses up to standard.
• Oversees and performs general maintenance, including mowing, raking, blowing, mulching, sod work, aerification, and set up.
• Supervises and assigns duties to 20 or more employees daily.
• Monitors labor expenses to budget.
• Ensures employees are trained in safe work procedures and that work is performed in a safe manner by providing technical, operational, and safety training for employees to ensure that staff is working within OSHA, club safety, state, and federal guidelines for safe working conditions.
• Assists with special projects and performs any other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy (Turf) or 3 years of golf course experience, preferred.
Experience Requirements:
Extensive experience overseeding warm season turf in southern Arizona.
Experience applying fertilizers and chemicals with boom and boomless type sprayers.
Irrigation experience, Toro Lynx central control preferred.
Supervisor experience preferred.
Ability to follow written instructions.
Ability to operate general maintenance equipment.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to hand dig in various climatic conditions (hot/cold temperatures).
Ability to lift, push, pull a minimum of 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods of time, withstand constant movement of extremities, bend at waist and perform repetitive hand, wrist and foot actions, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and withstand prolonged exposure to sunlight and extreme temperatures and outside weather conditions (heat/cold, rain) for up to an eight-hour shift.
Must have excellent communication skills.

Compensation:
$70,000 – $80,000 per year.
Paid time off.
Uniform allowance.
Golfing privileges.
Health insurance.
401K program.
Local and national dues.

How to apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.

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