Golf Course Superintendent
Country Club in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania is looking for a Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Overview:
The Superintendent will oversee the daily operation and long-term development of the Green & Grounds department, balancing three key priorities:
• Course Quality: Maintain healthy turf and consistent, well-presented playing conditions.
• Leadership: Recruit, train, and develop a productive, professional maintenance team.
• Financial Management: Manage labor, materials, equipment, contractors, and departmental expenses while planning for future needs.

This role requires a combination of strategic planning, sound agronomic judgment, and hands-on leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Golf Course & Agronomic Management
• Direct daily course maintenance and conditioning across greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and practice areas.
• Oversee fertility, irrigation, mowing, aerification, topdressing, and pest management programs.
• Monitor turf health and weather conditions while identifying opportunities to improve playing conditions and efficiency.

Leadership & Team Development
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and develop full-time and seasonal employees.
• Establish daily priorities, maintain accountability, and promote a safe, productive work environment.

Budget & Financial Management
• Develop and manage the annual operating budget in coordination with the General Manager.
• Monitor labor, supplies, chemicals, fuel, repairs, and purchasing while recommending equipment and capital investments.
• Irrigation & Water Management
• Oversee irrigation system operation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Monitor system performance and water usage while identifying opportunities for improved efficiency.

Equipment & Facilities
• Manage equipment maintenance, preventive service schedules, repairs, and replacement planning.
• Maintain safe, organized, and efficient maintenance facilities and storage areas. Safety & Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain required licenses and oversee employee training, pesticide handling, storage, application, and documentation.

Club & Member Relations
• Collaborate with the General Manager, Head Golf Professional, Greens Committee, and other departments.
• Coordinate maintenance around member play, tournaments, outings, and Club events.
• Communicate course conditions, projects, and operational needs while responding professionally to member concerns.

Capital Projects & Long-Term Planning
• Recommend and plan improvements to irrigation, drainage, bunkers, equipment, turf, trees, cart paths, and infrastructure.
• Develop project budgets and coordinate contractors and vendors to ensure quality work and timely completion.

Requirements
• Degree, certificate, or formal education in turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field preferred.
• Experience as a Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
• Experience leading a golf course maintenance team and managing an operating budget.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, water management, and equipment maintenance.
• Pennsylvania pesticide applicator certification or the ability to obtain it.
• Strong computer, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development.

Compensation
$80,000 to $100,000 per year.

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

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