Golf Course Superintendent

Golf Course Superintendent

Job ID: 230861
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time:
Regular/Temporary: Regular

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Department Information
3130165 - CRI University Park

Job Summary
The Golf Course Superintendent is entrusted with the maintenance, operation, and management of the golf course and its grounds. The Golf Course Superintendent shall manage the maintenance of the golf course, the maintenance and repair of maintenance equipment, render professional advice, opinions, assistance, and services as a member of the University Park leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Perform related duties as assigned to support the mission of the University
• Oversee expenditures and cost control measures to maintain operating and capital expenses in line with approved budgets
• Maintain accurate and complete records on payroll, inventory, weather, maintenance procedures, and pesticide applications
• Prepare personnel and cost estimates for the annual maintenance department budget
• Review and enforce policies and procedures
• Maintain and utilize risk management best practices
• Assist with department and/or facility special events
• Maintain industry standards
• Serve on University and departmental work teams and committees
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Coordinate and administer all aspects of the maintenance, operation, and management of the golf course and its grounds
• Recruit, hire, train, develop, supervise 20-30 student staff including graduate assistant(s) and greenskeepers
• Supervise three full time staff positions including an Assistant Superintendent, Mechanic, and Grounds Worker.
• Supervise the maintenance of the golf course, including the mowing, watering, and maintenance of tees, greens, fairways, and related areas.
• Prepare annual budget for the maintenance and capital improvement of University Park
• Plan all maintenance and project work to achieve maintenance standards and long-range goals
• Acquire equipment and purchase necessary supplies to maintain the golf course and its grounds
• Oversee property inventory and equipment maintenance programs

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in agronomy, turf management, or related field or Bachelor's Degree plus a certificate from a turf management program

Other Required Qualifications

• A thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf
• Current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of experience maintaining a golf course and associated facilities
• Supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations (including, but not limited to employment, safety, and environmental standards, laws and regulations)
• Certified Golf Course Superintendent
• Class A Golf Course Superintendent

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Masters degree in agronomy, turf management or related field

Preferred Experience

• Experience within a University golf setting
• Experience managing warm season turf grasses

Proposed Salary
Commensurate with experience

Required Documents to Attach

• Please provide three (3) professional references in the Required Documents to Attach section of your application.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Navigate web access and email with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to prepare annual budget estimates.
• Ability to work well in a diverse environment

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Knowledge of the construction and maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens.
• Knowledge of the maintenance of the different types of turf used on golf courses, and the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees.
• Knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners, herbicides and pest control methods and materials.
• Knowledge of drainage control methods, watering and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
• Participating knowledge of the game of golf

SKILLS

• Demonstrate commitment to inclusiveness by working well with diverse populations
• Use effective communication and human relations skills
• Organization and human relations skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office Applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

Apply Before Date
August 27, 2021

Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

• Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
• Successful completion of background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Possession of valid driver's license

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to move up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability to operate University vehicle with manual transmission

Background Check
Standard and Education

Other Information
Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University's academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.


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