Golf Course Superintendent

Salary : $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually

Location : Rolling Meadows Golf Course

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 202400004

Department : Parks & Recreation Department

Division : Rolling Meadows Golf Course

Opening Date : 10 / 23 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Exempt

Bargaining Unit : N / A

Description

Position DescriptionPerforms of a variety of technical, administrative, and supervisory work in planning, organizing, directing and implementing the functions of the Rolling Meadows Golf Course. Responsible for planning, implementing and supervising all training and safety activities of the Golf Course. Performs a variety of supervisory, skilled tasks involved in the operation and management of the golf course.

Examples of Duties

Primary Goals & Objectives -

Directly supervises golf course grounds keeping staff, Clubhouse Manager; volunteers, community service workers, interns, and temporary employees as required and assigned. Indirectly supervises Administrative Assistant, Pro Shop Clerks, Cart Attendants, and Golf Marshals.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Manages and supervises golf course maintenance operations to achieve goals within available resources;

Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments; Issues written and oral instructions; assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.

Trains, motivates and evaluates staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed.

Assures that assigned areas of responsibility are preformed within budget; performs cost control activities; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control; prepares annual budget requests; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, material, facilities, and time.

Provides advice to supervisors, makes presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, golf advisory board, and the general public.

Coordinates department activities with other departments as needed.

Provides leadership and direction in the development of short- and long-range goals; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations.

Communicates official plans, policies and procedures to management and the general public.

Determines work procedures and expedites workflow; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.

Interviews, hires, trains, direct and supervise the staff of employees used to operate the division.

Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes.

Coordinates maintenance and construction activities with Clubhouse Manager to assure continual smooth operation of the golf course.

Develops golf course maintenance operating procedures and methods within limits of departmental policies and procedures.

Determines, calculates and secures the appropriate materials and supplies for specific projects.

Inspects golf course and improvement services provided by contractors or vendors for compliance with performance standards.

Assures that turf equipment and golf cart fleet equipment are properly maintained and kept in proper working condition.

Responds to public inquiries; provides information to various agencies.

Oversees maintenance of all golf course operations.

Typical Qualifications

Education / Experience / Requirements

Two (minimum) or four-year (preferred) Turfgrass degree. Advanced knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices; working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices and methods; and a thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf.

At least one two (2) years of relevant experience; five (5) years' experience preferred.

GCSAA Class B or higher certification or the ability to obtain one.

A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one.

A valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator's certification or the ability to obtain one.

Class B member of Golf Course Superintendents Association of America or the ability to obtain one.

Any equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Commercial Driver's License (preferred)

Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.

Requires knowledge of current federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting the management of the golf facility (including, but not limited to, employment, safety and environmental standards, laws and regulations.)

Requires participation in continuing education opportunities such as seminars, workshops, correspondence courses, field days and trade shows.

Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities, communicate effectively, use resources properly, and establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, co-workers and the public.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands (put an

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and inside and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and / or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration or risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Disclaimer

This description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

I understand the requirements, duties and job functions. I can perform all essential functions and adhere to all requirements listed.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, holidays, and paid time off.

Part-time employees who work an average of 999 hours over the course of a year, receive retirement benefits.

Do you have a Two (minimum) or four-year (preferred) Turfgrass degree? Advanced knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices; working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices and methods; and a thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf

Required Question

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000