Otter Valley Country Club.docx.pdf

Otter Valley Country Club, a 9 hole course located between George and Boyden,

Iowa is looking for a golf course superintendent.

Day to Day responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

● Create a comprehensive plan that ensures consistent quality golf.
● Schedules and assigns tasks to outdoor maintenance staff. Leads by example and helps staff.
● Coordinates with the board on issues related to golf course maintenance.
● Controls golf course maintenance expenses including supplies, equipment, chemicals and fertilizers within the budget
● Applies fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides
● Operate, maintain and install irrigation systems. Repair related drainage systems.
● Provides an annual plan for maintenance and golf course updates.
● Overseas training of employees to operate equipment safely.
● Maintains equipment and yearly upgrades of future capital needs.
● Enjoys a fast-paced environment, is self motivated, able to problem solve.

● Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter

Contracted salary position starting March 15 through November 15 with salary

depending on qualifications.

If interested please reach out and send resume to Brian Luenberger,

bluenberger@gmail.com, 712-470-3532.

HEAD SUPERINTENDENT POSITION -PINNACLE COUNTRY CLUB.pdf

OVERVIEW:

Seeking an experienced Head Superintendent to lead our golf course and grounds maintenance, ensuring high standards and member satisfaction.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct golf course and grounds maintenance operations.
• Licensed or ability to obtain license for all necessary pesticide and herbicide spraying.
• Maintain proper records for all chemical application
• Guide capital projects and employ cutting-edge technologies.
• Promote staff development and education.                                                  
• Proven management experience in golf course maintenance.                                           
• Expert in agronomy, business, and financial management.                                                    
• Able to handle physical demands and operate maintenance equipment.                        
• Committed to professional growth and industry trends.                                                                
• Lead recruitment, supervision, and staff development.                                                          
• Manage maintenance budgets effectively.                                                     
• Maintain all turf equipment

Compensation:                                                                                       

• Competitive salary based on experience                                                        
• Meal Allowance                                                                                                
• 401k                                                                                                                   
• Golf Privileges                                                                                                            
• Paid Vacation and Holidays

Apply To:                                                                                                         Marlin McManus. General Manager                                                         Email:mcmarlinpcc@hotmail.com     

Golf Course Superintendent.docx

Bear Creek Valley Golf Club, Osage Beach Missouri, is looking for a Head Golf Course Superintendent. This could be a current Superintendent or an assistant wishing to move up. Our current Superintendent plans to retire at the end of the season and would like to work with his replacement to make the transition as smooth as possible.

This is a hands-on position on a par 72 18-hole course with zoysia fairways and L93 bentgrass greens

Responsibilities:

• Maintains all grounds, including the golf course, clubhouse surrounds and other maintainable property.
• Supervise all plantings, fertilizing and chemical applications, and other care of turf, plants, and trees on the golf course and clubhouse surrounds.
• Works closely with, advises, and communicates with the General Manager and Head Golf Professional on any issues related to golf course maintenance.
• Supervises the application of chemicals, fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides.
• Maintains inventory and oversees all repairs and scheduled maintenance of all golf course maintenance equipment.
• Maintenance and operation of drainage, irrigation, and other mechanical watering systems.
• Develops chemical and fertilizing plan on an annual basis.
• Recruits, supervises, motivates, trains, and retains maintenance staff.

Experience:

• 2–4-year Turf/Agronomy/Horticulture Degree (Preferred/Not Required) or 3-5 years as a Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
• Working Knowledge of Basic Golf Course Practices including: Course setup, L93 Bentgrass greens, Zoysia fairways, Ornamental trees and shrubs, Irrigation and Drainage control, Pest/Weed and Turfgrass Identification
• Basic mechanical work
• Chemical/Fertilizer Applications
• Possess a Valid Driver’s License

Compensation:

• Competitive Salary
• Seminars and Classes Paid
• Pesticide Licensing Paid

*Course is closed January, February, December

Please respond to: spencer@bearcreekvalley.com , 573-302-1000

SuperPosting.pdf

Harlan Golf and Country Club, a semi-private, 9-hole golf course is seeking an exceptional candidate for our Course Superintendent. Just ten miles off Interstate 80, HGCC is located in Southwest Iowa, situated between Des Moines and the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro area. Our course has existed for over a century and boasts scenic, tree-lined fairways. The course provides a challenge to serious golfers while remaining fun for golfers of all skill levels. 

Primary Duties: 

• Daily maintenance of greens, tees, fairways and roughs. 
• Maintains all grounds and course maintenance equipment. 
• Maintains irrigation system. 
• Manages the agronomy and chemical applications while maintaining accurate record keeping. 
• Works independently and should be an effective problem solver. 
• Hires and supervises part-time course staff. 
• Orders supplies and materials within budgetary limitations. 
• Coordinates with General Manager to assist with tournaments and/or special course events. 
• Completes duties efficiently while working around member, guest and tournament play. 

• Attends monthly board meetings to provide course updates. 

Qualifications: 

• Experience in general maintenance with an emphasis on maintenance of lawn equipment. 
• Possession of or ability to obtain pesticide applicators license within one year of employment. 

• Degree, certificate or prior experience in turf management or related field preferred but not required. 

Compensation: 

• Salary range $40,000.00-$50,000.00/year, negotiable 

• HGCC offers an attractive compensation package that is negotiable based on experience. Our compensation package includes the option for housing to be provided rent free. 

Course Website: http://www.harlangolf.com/ 

Course Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMC6Z051O3E 

Interested candidates should contact the clubhouse at 712-755-5951 for more information or email application or letter of interest to manager@harlangolf.com 

Course Superintendent Job Posting.pdf

Course Superintendent

The Club at Indian Creek is a 27-hole, daily fee facility, and one of Nebraska’s finest golf courses. We continually strive to provide excellent course conditions and a first-class customer experience. Indian Creek is home of The Korn Ferry Tours Pinnacle Bank Championship.

Indian Creek looks to take another significant step forward in the coming years heightening our reputation as one of the area’s finest facilities. Our newest vison can only be achieved if our culture is strong, selfless, and demanding of excellence. We need bright, energetic, caring, and driven individuals to help us achieve our short- and long-term goals. Our course superintendents, along with our team of assistants and AIT’s, will help create the foundation for our next chapter. Along the way, all, will find themselves more prepared to achieve what it is they want to achieve in the golf industry or beyond.

Our course superintendents will work directly with the entire team and help lead all aspects of daily and tournament course operations. The position provides an excellent opportunity to experience all facets of a high-end daily fee operation as well as PGA tournament preparation. The position provides an excellent opportunity to build a large professional network within the golf industry, the PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour, and the Golf Channel Network.

Functions

• Lead and direct all aspects of course and facility management
• Collaborate in project planning, management, and execution
• Direct and assist with personnel recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation, and safety training
• Direct and coordinate irrigation system operation, repair, install, and troubleshooting
• Direct and assist in all spray program applications and programming
• Direct and assist in tournament planning, preparation, and execution for the Pinnacle Bank Championship

• Display a keen eye for detail at a championship level and approach each day with purpose and an expectation of excellence

Employment standards

• Successful experience as a superintendent or lead assistant
• Possess strong agronomic knowledge regarding the management of a tournament golf course
• Possess the knowledge, confidence, and ability to lead a team and maintain a positive uplifting and efficient culture
• Ability to obtain a NE applicators license within 60 days of hire

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a turf-related field or extensive and functional experience in demanding golf course management position is preferred but this is assessed on an individual basis.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary position
• Health, Dental, and Disability Insurance
• Employer matched 401k
• Paid vacation and holidays • Uniforms allowance provided
• Golfing privileges • Discounts on merchandise and food

• Access to PGA Tour network

Contact

Jim Nedrow, Director of Agronomy
The Club at Indian Creek
3825 N. 202nd Street
Omaha, NE 68022
402.669.7275

jimn@golfatindiancreek.com

Short Hills Superintendent Job Announcement 12-2023.docx

Short Hills Country Club - Head Superintendent Position

Overview:

Seeking an experienced Class “A” Head Superintendent to lead our golf course and grounds maintenance, ensuring high standards and member satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct golf course and grounds maintenance operations.
Licensed or ability to obtain license for all necessary pesticide and herbicide spraying.
Maintain proper records for all chemical applications.
Manage staff relations, budgeting, and club communications.
Guide capital projects and employ cutting-edge technologies.

Promote staff development and education.

Candidate Profile:

Proven management experience in golf course maintenance.
Expert in agronomy, business, and financial management.
Strong communicator, leader, and team builder.
Innovative, adaptable, and quality-focused.
Proficient in project management and certified in relevant areas.
Able to handle physical demands and operate maintenance equipment.

Committed to professional growth and industry trends.

Day-to-Day:

Implement directives from the Board, GM, and Committee.
Lead recruitment, supervision, and staff development.

Manage maintenance budgets effectively.

Compensation:

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000, based on experience.

Benefits include health insurance, 401K (3% match), PTO, club privileges, clothing allowance, annual dues and education.

Apply To:

Gary Manes, PGA, General Manager

Email: gmanes@shorthillscc.com

Address: 2500 11th Street, East Moline, IL 61244

Golf Course Superintendent Position Posting 2023.docx

Edina Country Club is a premier private club, just minutes from downtown Minneapolis, nestled in the highly sought after, upscale suburb of Edina, Minnesota. The club is a welcoming and easy-going community within the community, where traditions, family, friendship and fun are the foundation.  Celebrating its 100 th  anniversary in 2023, Edina Country Club is a top-tier club in the Midwest.

The golf course, originally a 9-hole course, opened in 1923. Renowned architect Tom Bendelow designed the 18-hole course that opened for play one year later. With the clubhouse changing locations, the sequence of holes has changed numerous times throughout the years, but the layout is basically the same. In 2010-11, the team of 1996 British Open winner and former No. 1-ranked player in the world Tom Lehman and partner Chris Brands redesigned the course, installing new green complexes, bunkers, tees and fairway grasses—but keeping the same basic layout.

The terrain is gently rolling, with numerous, but subtle, elevation changes. The finely manicured golf course features a wide variety of shot values and angles that challenge golfers of every skill level.

The golf course is known as one of the finest in the state of Minnesota. The club has hosted many state and national championships including the Men's and Women's Trans-Miss, Minnesota State Open, Minnesota State Senior Open, Minnesota PGA Championship, Minnesota Men's & Women's Amateur, Western Junior Championship, MNPGA Junior Championship, MGA Mid-Amateur, MGA Women's Mid-Amateur, PGA-MGA Cup Matches and several USGA qualifying tournaments.

The club is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent who will elevate the golf experience to the next level. A leader of the team, this person will manage his/her department to ensure excellent conditions of the golf course and entire club grounds.  He/she is responsible for all day-to-day operations of the golf courses, practice areas, tennis courts, parking lot, landscaping and flowers/trees throughout the property.

Continuing education and incorporating industry best practices are essential for this position.  In addition, the Golf Course Superintendent must demonstrate sincere, professional and engaged visibility with members and staff, and be instrumental in creating an exceptional overall member experience. An eye for attention to detail and a creative sense to add “surprise and delight moments” to the golf experience are highly desired.

DIRECT REPORTS:

• 3 Assistant Superintendents
• 1 Mechanic
• 1 Landscape Manager

KEY AREAS OF FOCUS

• Team development
• Elevation of the overall golf experience

 CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will be a successful Superintendent at a club known for exceptional golfing conditions. He/she will have with a minimum of 5 years of superintendent experience.  

• Ideal candidate will be known as a “Team Player” and have excellent people skills
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Exceptionally detail driven
• Highly visible and available to Members
• Candidate must be a charismatic, compassionate professional who truly enjoys the club environment
• Creative thinker and problem solver
• A confident, resourceful, high-energy leader who understands his/her role in the overall club’s success
• Committed to professional growth and development, for him/herself and his/her team
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong leadership and strategic planning experience
• Strong management skills
• Possess strong agronomy skills
• Experience successfully managing bent grass
• Must have a passion for golf and an understanding of the relationship between golf course maintenance, the game of golf and the member experience
• Business and budget management skills and financial acumen

EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree (A.A.) or Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Agronomy, Turf Grass Management, Horticulture or a related science plus a minimum of four years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. CGCS Certification is preferred. 

SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary is $150,000 - $200,000 and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club, offers an excellent bonus and benefit package including vacation, health insurance, 401K, bonus, educational allowance, cell phone allowance and car allowance along with the usual GCSAA membership package.

CONTACT: Send resumes to Three Carpenter, General Manager:

ThreeC@edinacountryclub.org

#952-252-6101

BCCSuperJobPosting2023.24.pdf

Job Title: Golf Course Superintendent
Course: Brookings Country Club
Address: 2180 Clubhouse Dr
Brookings, SD 57006
Contact Person: Zac Gavlak, PGA GM/Director of Golf
Phone: 605-693-4315

Email: zac@brookingscc.com

Facility Overview: Brookings Country Club has long been recognized as one of the region’s top clubs. It has hosted numerous SDGA Championships and most recently the 2023 SDGA State Senior Championship and we look forward to hosting the 2024 SDGA Match Play Championship.  A brand-new Maintenance Facility is currently being constructed to accompany our long-term facility wide strategic plan. This includes new clubhouse proposal, new Maintence equipment in 2025. A full-time year-round assistant superintendent has been hired and will start in May of 2024. The BCC has a long history as one of the best conditioned courses in the Region along with the newly added 9-hole Rabbit Patch short course. At Brookings Country Club the Golf Course Superintendent (GCS) reports directly to the GM/Director of Golf and liaises with the Greens & Grounds Chairman. The GCS will be tasked with and responsible for projects approved by the Board of Directors.

Educational Requirements: 2 or 4 year degree program in Turfgrass Management or a related field

Responsibilities Include:

• Maintains all grounds including the golf course, clubhouse surroundings and other maintainable property.

• Supervises all planting, fertilizing and chemical applications, and other care of turf, plants, shrubs and trees on the golf course and clubhouse surroundings.

• Hires, supervises, and develops Maintenance team along with creating and updating SOP guidelines.

• Strong relationship builder with a history of excellent relations with their Green Chairman, Golf Professional, and General Manager.

• Inform members about present and future maintenance activities.
• Coordinates scheduling of all personnel assigned to the department.
• Communicates frequently with the General Manager to discuss activities, goals, plans and member/customer feedback.

• Prepares and manages annual budget plan for the golf course maintenance operation on an annual basis.

• Maintains inventory and oversees all repairs and scheduled maintenance of all golf course maintenance equipment.

• Implements and enforces comprehensive safety program for employees of the maintenance department.

• Supervises maintenance and operation of drainage, irrigation, and other mechanical watering systems.

• Develops chemical and fertilizing plan on an annual basis, (Must be able to obtain a SD Commercial Applicators License. Good knowledge of irrigation and equipment repair).

• Ensures that the golf course provides healthy and high-quality playing conditions for members and guests of the property.

• Prepares and maintains all record keeping for maintenance department (i.e. Human Resource files, inventory files, fertilization, and chemical application logs)

• Perform other duties as assigned

Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 DOE

Benefits: Health insurance, paid vacation, retirement, bonus program, club membership, association dues, cell phone, meals

Date Available: Applications Close January 10th 2024

Web Address: http://www.brookingscc.com

Please send resumes via email to Zac Gavlak, PGA GM/Director of Golf zac@brookingscc.com

Toad Valley Superintendent Position.pdf

Toad Valley Golf Course was built by the Brady family in 1973. It features a par 71 18 hole golf course, miniature golf course, indoor Golfzon simulators and newly renovated driving range with Toptracer technology. It is still owned and operated by the Brady family after 50 years.

The golf course sits on 110 acres and is surrounded by farmland. Although it is primarily a daily fee golf course, it has nearly 150 season pass holders and hosts over 80 events a year. It is a busy facility with over 40,000 rounds a year.

It is located near Southeast Polk High School and is in a growing area of the Greater Des Moines Area. It is positioned to continue to develop and grow in the coming years. The Brady family has continued to make improvements to the course over the last twenty years since the third generation of Bradys have taken over management.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the golf course. We strive for high standards in playing condition while being respectful of the challenges of a busy golf course. The role requires strong leadership, expertise in turf management, and a commitment to providing a great golf experience.

Day to Day responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

● Create a comprehensive plan that ensures consistent quality turf.
● Supervise, motivate, delegate, and retain maintenance staff. Monitor performance in a positive manner.
● Schedules and assigns tasks to outdoor maintenance staff. Leads by example and helps staff.
● Coordinates with the General Manager on issues related to golf course maintenance.
● Controls golf course maintenance expenses including supplies, equipment, chemicals and fertilizers.
● Applies fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides
● Operate, maintain and install irrigation system. Repair related drainage systems.
● Works with the General Manager on developing long term capital improvement projects.
● Provides yearly plan for maintenance and golf course updates.
● Oversees training of employees to operate equipment safely.
● Maintains equipment and yearly upgrades of future capital needs.
● Enjoys a fast-paced environment, is self motivated, able to problem solve, and is a morning person.

● Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter and maintain high attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

● Minimum of 2 years of post-graduate experience
● Certificate, 2 year or 4 year degree required

● GCSAA Membership required

COMPENSATION

● Salary range of $70-85K depending on experience
● Club provide health insurance
● IRA with a 3% company match
● Golf privileges for individual, spouse and children under 20 years of age
● Clothing allowance
● GCSAA dues paid

● Flight to yearly conference paid

Contact:

Allison George, General Manager
515.559.3998, mobile or 515.967.9575, office

237 NE 80th St | Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 | allison@toadvalley.com

Deer Run Superintendent Position.pdf

Deer Run Golf Club was built in 2000. It features a par 72 18 hole golf course with plans for a future clubhouse and swimming pool.

The golf course sits on 225 acres and is surrounded by a housing community in the outskirts of Indianola, Although it is primarily a daily fee golf course, it has nearly 100 season pass holders. It is owned by four individuals who make up Deer Run Partners and is managed by 12:37 Golf Partners which is a management firm made up the same people who manage Toad Valley Golf Course in Pleasant Hill, IA. 12:37 Golf Partners took over in 2022 and have slowly been turning the golf course around to its intended glory.

It is an increasingly busy golf course with about 15,000 rounds a year and a loyal customer base.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the golf course. We strive for high standards in playing conditions while being respectful that the course has its challenges of neglect from prior management. It is a challenging golf course and has some beautiful views. The role requires strong leadership, expertise in turf management, and a commitment to providing a great golf experience.

Day to Day responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

● Create a comprehensive plan that ensures consistent quality turf.
● Supervise, motivate, delegate, and retain maintenance staff. Monitor performance in a positive manner.
● Schedules and assigns tasks to outdoor maintenance staff. Leads by example and helps staff.
● Coordinates with the General Manager on issues related to golf course maintenance.
● Controls golf course maintenance expenses including supplies, equipment, chemicals and fertilizers.
● Applies fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides
● Operate, maintain and install irrigation system. Repair related drainage systems.
● Works with the General Manager on developing long term capital improvement projects.
● Provides yearly plan for maintenance and golf course updates.
● Oversees training of employees to operate equipment safely.
● Maintains equipment and yearly upgrades of future capital needs.
● Enjoys the challenge of transforming a golf course to its former glory, is self motivated, able to problem solve, and is a
morning person.

● Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter and maintain high attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

● Minimum of 1 year of post-graduate experience
● Certificate, 2 year or 4 year degree required
● 3-4 years of experience is accepted if no degree

● GCSAA Membership

COMPENSATION

● Salary range of $40-50K depending on experience
● Golf privileges for individual, spouse and children under 20 years of age
● Clothing allowance
● GCSAA dues paid

● Flight to yearly conference paid

Contact:

Allison George, General Manager
515.559.3998, mobile

2305 W 2nd Ave | Indianola, IA 50125 | drgc5445@gmail.com