What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Course Superintendent position at Polo Fields Golf & Country Club?
The Golf Course Superintendent will be responsible for the overall maintenance and upkeep program for a private golf course in Tecumseh, MI. The Superintendent responsibilities include but are not limited to: hiring and training all maintenance staff, basic grounds duties such as mowing greens and fairways, raking bunkers, seeding tees, changing cups, irrigation and irrigation repairs, course setup, equipment management, and other occasional repairs and maintenance. Candidate should be a hardworking, self-starter with experience in the golf course maintenance industry.
Polo Fields Golf & Country Club outsources fertilization for the golf course, so a license is not required for this position.
This position is responsible for day-to-day maintenance, operations, and management of Polo Fields Golf & Country Club.
- Effectively supervises assigned employees, including the following:
- Hire, orient, and train employees;
- Coaches employees in proper job performance techniques;
- Directs work of employees and sets/adjusts hours of work;
- Maintains records on employee productivity and appraises employee’s productivity and efficiency to recommend promotions or other changes in status;
- Handles employee complaints;
- Apportions work among different employees;
- Monitors or implements legal compliance measures;
- Determines the type of materials, supplies, or tools to be used by employees and controls the flow and distribution of materials and supplies; and
- Provides for the safety of employees and the property of Sycamore Springs.
- Regular and predictable attendance is expected and required.
- Supervises the hiring, training, scheduling, performance, and termination of seasonal and part time employees and volunteers: hires, trains, and monitors staff, including work schedules, payroll, HR reporting; resolves issues and promotes team building; provides leadership to staff by planning and prioritizing work assignments; communicates with staff to ensure a clear understanding of golf course needs.
- Plans, develops, and manages the maintenance budget and expenditures, develops, coordinates, and supervises the requisition of services, materials, and supplies.
- Manages equipment fleet that is required for course upkeep. Keep schedule and performs routine maintenance to ensure equipment is always in good and safe condition.
- Possess a participating knowledge of the game of golf.
- Plans, coordinates, and executes various routine maintenance of course in conjunction with clubhouse staff to ensure minimal impact to tournament and weekend/holiday play.
- Performs other tasks as assigned or apparent.
Requirements:
- Must be available for a varied shift including weekends and holidays.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license under the laws of the State of Michigan
- 2–4 year degree in related field or 5 years experience in similar golf course position.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
- Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Mature professional attitude and considerable discretion, including ability to manage confidential information.
- Ability to perform with considerable independence and initiative.
- Performs related duties as assigned or apparent.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Golf Industry: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
- Year round work
Ability to Relocate:
- Ann Arbor, MI 48103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $75,000
