Director of Agronomy

National Links Trust/Troon Golf is seeking a Director of Agronomy with a passion for managing the golf course agronomic practices and eager to be a part of restoration and revitalization of East Potomac Golf Links, Langston Golf Course and Rock Creek Golf Park in Washington, DC.   The successful candidate has a unique opportunity over the next 10 years to have a lasting impact on municipal golf in this country.  These renovations with the help of world-renowned architects Tom Doak, Beau Welling and Gil Hanse will garner national attention and will represent what municipal golf can and should be.  Our new leader should be an exemplary communicator and manager of people who thinks strategically and understands the value in presenting a high quality product.

The ideal candidate will be an expert agronomist with exceptional leadership skills to foster a positive and engaged employee culture. This position requires a minimum of 5 years of golf course management experience.  Multi-course oversight and large-scale operations is preferred.  Extensive experience in golf course construction as well as course renovations and project management is desired. 

Position Summary

The Director of Agronomy is responsible to implement sound agronomic programs in accordance with Troon Quality Standards while working within the fiscal parameters of the property.  This position is responsible for agronomic oversight of all three properties.  Responsible for leading and inspiring all associates in Agronomy in a manner that is consistent with the Club’s Mission, Vision and Core Values to foster and engaged employee culture.  Responsible for the management of golf course assets, capital and improvement projects.  Safety training and safe operational practices is a priority to also be managed by the Director of Agronomy.

Essential Duties

• Develops budgeting and capital plans. Manages expenses within the department in accordance with the Club directive.
• Provides timely and accurate reporting of all financial and non-financial information as directed, requested or required by Troon Golf representatives, or the General Manager.
• Maintains clear understanding of and implements all Troon Golf Agronomy standards in addition to ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal regulatory standards/laws.
• Stays abreast of current agronomic information.
• Ensures proper mixing, calibration, and application of all chemical/fertilizers used on the course.
• Ensures that they and all associates obtain proper training and/or licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations. Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.
• Maintains ongoing awareness of all agronomic activity on the course and provides constant feedback and direction to key staff members.
• Participates in golf course construction projects.
• Ensures both upward and downward communication within the department and inter-departmentally.
• Provides leadership and a positive working environment that fosters teamwork, communication, ethical behavior, cleanliness and a “can do” attitude.
• Develops, trains, coaches, disciplines and mentors managers within the department providing feedback, direction and leadership so that they may carry out the daily activities of the department, all while grooming them for upward mobility within the company.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to any Maintenance staff such as Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Environmental Technical, Mechanic, Foreman, Irrigation Technician, Greenskeeper, and Equipment Operator.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Education and Experience

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university in Turfgrass Management or Agronomy and a minimum of 5 years of golf course management experience.

Additional Required Qualifications

Candidates must also have thorough knowledge and demonstrated prior success with golf course construction and maintenance projects related to all areas of the golf course.  As the Director of Agronomy will be required to assist the upcoming course renovation projects, prior experience with golf course construction will be a necessary qualification.

Compensation and Benefits

The Club will offer a competitive compensation plan, including a competitive bonus and comprehensive benefits package to include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401k Retirement Savings Program, paid time off and other benefit programs.

Relocation support can be available if required.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and a resume not more than two pages by email to East Potomac Golf Links, Attention:  Tim Krebs, Regional Director of Operations tim.krebs@troon.com