Director of Golf Course & Grounds

Bobby Jones Links; Carriage Court (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bobby Jones Links in Atlanta, GA, is hiring for the Augusta Municipal Golf Course “The Patch” for a Director of Courses and Grounds. The role oversees the condition of the course, clubhouse grounds, and equipment within approved budgets and ensures regulatory compliance.

The candidate will direct staff, manage maintenance programs, and partner with the General Manager to maintain playability and safety across the grounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in turfgrass management, agronomy, or horticulture.
• Minimum five years as Head Superintendent at a golf course with warm-season grasses.
• Licenses and certifications (GCSAA membership, Pesticide applicator certificate).

Responsibilities

• Maximize the condition and health of the golf course within the approved budget.
• Develop the annual maintenance budget and business plan narrative.
• Direct and delegate tasks to supervisory staff on the course.
• Regularly inspect the course and recommend improvements.
• Maintain drainage and irrigation systems and oversee equipment operation.
• Ensure safe handling and disposal of chemicals and petroleum according to regulations.
• Maintain permits and licenses; attend club management staff meetings; communicate with GM and Head Golf Professional.

Skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Irrigation systems

OSHA compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in turfgrass management

Associate’s degree in horticulture

Tools

Irrigation controllers (Rain Bird)

Toro maintenance equipment

Job description

Bobby Jones Links in Atlanta, GA, is hiring for the Augusta Municipal Golf Course “The Patch” for a Director of Courses and Grounds. The role oversees the condition of the course, clubhouse grounds, and equipment within approved budgets and ensures regulatory compliance.

The candidate will direct staff, manage maintenance programs, and partner with the General Manager to maintain playability and safety across the grounds.