Golf Course Superintendent

Responsibilities

• Staff training and supervision
• Plant regulatory product applications
• Equipment operation
• Irrigation application, repair, and maintenance
• Golf course set-up activities
• Record keeping

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of a college or university with an associate degree in plant science, turf management or a related field.
• Experience: One year experience as a Golf Course Assistant Superintendent.
• Substitute Education for Experience: None.
• Substitute Experience for Education: Three years as a golf course superintendent or golf course assistant superintendent in addition to a Certificate of Turfgrass Management from an accredited university.
• Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, obtain Kentucky Pesticide Applicator License within six months of employment, and maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Kentucky Pesticide Applicator License within six months of employment.
• The N-18 Pesticide Applicators License required by this position can be obtained by passing the test administered by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.

Skills

• Experience operating all equipment and performing all tasks associated with the maintenance of a golf course.
• Creating and managing a budget and managing an agronomic plan.
• Good communications skills.
• Ability to obtain and retain a Kentucky Pesticide License.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management.
• Leadership, teamwork, and decision-making skills.
• Preventative maintenance experience.