Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County Government in Falls Church, VA is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to manage Jefferson District Golf Course operations. You will supervise staff, oversee irrigation, and ensure safe equipment operation.

The role requires an associate degree in a related field, pesticide and fertilizer licenses within 6 months, and a 363-day operating schedule. Join a respected, community-focused parks system.

Qualifications

• Two-year associate degree plus two years’ golf course experience.
• Licenses: Driver’s License required; Commercial Pesticide Applicator and Certified Fertilizer Applicator licenses required within 6 months.
• Knowledge of turfgrass maintenance, pesticides, fertilizers and irrigation systems.

Responsibilities

• Manages maintenance and operation of greens and turf equipment and vehicles.
• Develops a turf management plan for greens, tees, roughs, and lawns.
• Determines playability and authorizes opening/closing of the grounds.
• Supervises automated irrigation system operations and maintenance.
• Plans and supervises major improvement projects and safety measures.
• Maintains safety records and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Hires, trains, schedules, and evaluates staff.

Skills

Park management

Fiscal record keeping

PC/software use

Golf course maintenance

Irrigation systems

Pesticide/Fertilizer applications

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

Two-year associate degree in agronomy, turfgrass management, recreation and parks, horticulture, or related field

Job description

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent (Golf Course Supt I)

Fairfax County Government · Falls Church, VA (On-site)

About the job

Job Announcement

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Rec Centers, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of with many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level. under the direction of the site superintendent.

This position plans and implements the maintenance of 9 holes, practice areas, and grounds at Jefferson District Golf Course. Conducts daily course inspections to determine conditions and contacts pro-shop staff for opening or closing. Supervises and plans daily tasks performed by the maintenance staff. Trains the staff in the safe operation of golf maintenance equipment. Supervises and teaches staff making pesticide or fertilizer applications. Completes staff annual performance reviews. Hires and terminates seasonal staff. Ensures the site is staffed over a 363-day operating schedule. Calibrates sprayers and spreaders. Keeps records of pesticide and fertilizer applications. Activates and de-activates the automated irrigation system. Maintains and repairs the automated irrigation system. Assists with creating purchase requests for equipment, parts, and supplies. Dips fuel storage tanks to keep accurate records of totals, and places orders when needed. Conducts monthly safety meetings and keeps records. Assists with implementing the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) for the site. Conducts inspections, submits reports and keeps records for the site SWPPP. Operates all equipment including sprayers, mowers, tractors (with attachments) and utility vehicles. In the absence of the mechanic, implements a preventive maintenance program for the equipment fleet while maintaining an inventory of equipment parts and supplies. Ensures compliance with FCPA hazardous materials program and appropriate state, local and federal regulations regarding the purchase, application, storage and disposal of chemicals, pesticides, and fertilizers.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

• Manages the maintenance and operation of a medium sized fleet of greens mowers, fairway movers, trim mowers, rough mowers, utility vehicles, spray tanks, sand trap rakes, seeders, aerators, etc.;
• Develops and implements a detailed turf management plan for assigned greens, tees, roughs and lawn areas;
• Establishes criteria for and determines golf course playability and authorizes the opening and closing of the grounds;
• Supervises the maintenance and operation of a small, automated irrigation system including pump house, central computer, field controllers, valves and sprinkler heads;
• Plans for and supervises major improvement projects such as greens and tees construction, cart path construction, sand bunker construction, site landscaping, pond dredging, etc.;
• Inspects Park facilities and grounds for safety hazards and operational deficiencies, recommends improvements and initiates corrective measures;
• Authorizes purchase requests and invoices for payment.
• Accountable for the purchase, storage and application and disposal of hazardous materials including pesticides, fertilizers and other turf care products;
• Compiles and retains operational and safety records and complies with federal, state and county safety standards;
• Assists with budget justifications for capital equipment, staffing and annual operating supplies;
• Adheres to revenue and expense limits, goals and guidelines for specialized areas of supervision;
• Hires, supervises, schedules and evaluates a small staff;
• Plans, schedules and conducts specialized on-site staff training;
• Completes and submits various financial, administrative and statistical reports.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation center and/or park management;
• Knowledge of fiscal record keeping and inventory procedures;
• Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment;
• Knowledge of methods and practices of golf course maintenance;
• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in golf course maintenance;
• Ability to identify, isolate and initiate repairs to equipment and irrigation systems;
• Ability to identify and treat turfgrass diseases and pests;
• Ability to read and understand blue prints, chemical labels and other technical documents;
• Ability and skill to operate a variety of golf course maintenance equipment;
• Ability to obtain necessary certifications.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:

Graduation from a two-year associate degree program with major course work in agronomy, turfgrass management, recreation and parks, horticulture, or related field, plus two years’ experience as an assistant golf course superintendent or other applicable position at a golf course.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three years of experience in golf course maintenance at a supervisory capacity.
• Possession of a Certified Fertilizer Applicators License.
• Three years of experience applying pesticides and fertilizers to turf.
• Three years of experience operating and maintaining automated irrigation systems.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

Driver’s License (Required)

Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License (Required within 6 months)

Certified Fertilizer Applicator License (Required within 6 months)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to bend and stoop to examine turn and take samples. Ability to climb on and off equipment. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Ability to wear respirators and other protective equipment and clothing. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Not applicable.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others .) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [e-mail] EEO/AA/TTY.