Director of Golf Course Agronomy & Team Leadership

Troon; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off (PTO)

Bonuses

Employee meals

Job summary

Seaview Golf Club in Galloway, NJ, part of Troon, seeks a Director of Agronomy to lead 36-hole operations and collaborate with the LPGA Rules & Agronomy teams for LPGA Tour events.

The role manages budgeting, capital plans and staff, ensuring Troon agronomy standards and regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional course conditioning.

This senior role requires a BA in Agronomy with 5–10 years of experience, pesticide licensing, and a proven leadership track record.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or related field with 5–10 years experience.
• State Pesticide Applicator License is required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Expert irrigation principles and management.
• Experience building an elemental based fertility program.

Responsibilities

• Develops budgeting and capital plans for the department.
• Provides timely financial and non-financial reporting as directed.
• Implements Troon Golf Agronomy standards and regulatory compliance.
• Oversees training and development of staff and associates.
• Interviews, hires, trains and disciplines department personnel.
• Manages maintenance staff and irrigation systems.
• Ensures safe work practices and environmental compliance.

Skills

Pesticide licensing

Irrigation management

Fertility program design

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy

Job description

Seaview Golf Club in Galloway, NJ, part of Troon, seeks a Director of Agronomy to lead 36-hole operations and collaborate with the LPGA Rules & Agronomy teams for LPGA Tour events.

The role manages budgeting, capital plans and staff, ensuring Troon agronomy standards and regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional course conditioning.

This senior role requires a BA in Agronomy with 5–10 years of experience, pesticide licensing, and a proven leadership track record.