Golf Course Superintendent

Summary

The Golf Course Superintendent oversees the maintenance agronomic health and presentation of the golf course and practice facilities while supporting the educational mission of a PGA Golf Management (PGM) program at a college or university. This position balances championshiplevel course conditions with student learning environmental stewardship and institutional standards.

Key Responsibilities

Course & Grounds Management

• Plan coordinate and supervise daily maintenance of greens tees fairways roughs bunkers practice areas and landscaped grounds
• Implement agronomic programs including mowing irrigation fertilization aeration topdressing and integrated pest management
• Monitor turf health soil conditions and weather trends to optimize playability and sustainability
• Prepare the course for varsity events PGA activities tournaments instructional use and invited public play

PGA Golf Management (PGM) Program Support

• Collaborate with the PGA Golf Management faculty and staff to support student learning objectives
• Provide handson instructional support demonstrations and mentorship related to turfgrass management agronomy and golf course operations
• Assist with internships workstudy programs and cooperative education opportunities for PGM students
• Support PGA Accreditation standards related to turf and facility operations as applicable
• Participate in academic or advisory committees when requested

Staff Leadership & Training

• Recruit hire train schedule and supervise fulltime parttime and student employees
• Supervise and mentor interns and PGM students working within the maintenance operation
• Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with OSHA NCAA (if applicable) and institutional safety requirements
• Conduct performance evaluations and lead professional development initiatives

Equipment Irrigation & Facilities

• Manage maintenance of all turf equipment irrigation systems and maintenance facilities
• Ensure compliance with pesticide storage chemical application and recordkeeping standards
• Coordinate capital improvements and longrange maintenance planning with university administration

Budgeting & Administration

• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets
• Track labor materials equipment and chemical costs
• Maintain accurate records required for regulatory compliance audits and academic reporting

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure adherence to local state and federal environmental regulations
• Lead sustainability initiatives aligned with university goals including water conservation and environmentally responsible turf practices

Communication & Campus Relations

• Communicate regularly with athletic departments PGM faculty golf professionals university leadership and stakeholders
• Support campus events collegiate tournaments PGA activities and community outreach
• Address feedback regarding course conditions professionally and collaboratively

Education & Certifications

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Turfgrass Management Agronomy Horticulture or related field ( preferred)
• Valid state pesticide applicator license (required or ability to obtain)
• GCSAA membership or Certified Golf Course Superintendent (CGCS) status

Experience

• 37 years of progressive golf course maintenance experience
• Supervisory or Assistant Superintendent experience preferred
• Experience working in an academic municipal or institutional golf environment strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership teaching and mentoring abilities
• Advanced knowledge of turfgrass science and golf course agronomy
• Budget management and strategic planning skills
• Mechanical aptitude and irrigation system expertise
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends early mornings and university event schedules
• Proficient in Microsoft Teams and excel

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
• Frequent walking standing bending and lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Operation of golf course maintenance equipment

Work Environment

• Academic and outdoor setting
• Combination of operational instructional and supervisory responsibilities
• Exposure to chemicals and machinery with proper PPE