Elite Golf Course Superintendent

brasada; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Full golf privileges

Complimentary golf lessons

Athletic Club access

Staff Discounts on dining, spa, retail

Annual comp cabin stays

Complimentary spa treatments

Job summary

Brasada Ranch in Central Oregon seeks a seasoned Golf Course Superintendent to lead all maintenance activities, set agronomic standards, and elevate playing conditions. You will guide a diverse team, manage budgets, and drive capital projects while upholding environmental stewardship.

The role requires strong leadership, deep turf knowledge, and a commitment to safety and guest experience in a premier resort setting.

Qualifications

• Two- or four-year degree in Turfgrass Management or equivalent.
• GCSAA Class A membership or attainable; CGCS preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive golf course maintenance experience.
• Proven turf management in a high desert/arid climate.
• Strong irrigation/water-management expertise with Toro systems.
• Experience leading renovations and capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead agronomic planning for greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop the maintenance staff.
• Manage budget, inventory, and vendor relations within budgets.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, shop operations, and safety.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for chemical handling and water use.
• Communicate course conditions and projects to leadership and members.
• Drive environmental stewardship and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with resort departments to support guest experience.

Skills

Leadership & team building

Budget planning & cost control

Golf course maintenance management

Irrigation & water management

Agronomic planning & turf management

Project management

Communication & stakeholder management

Safety compliance (OSHA)

Education

Turfgrass Management degree (two- or four-year)

GCSAA Class A membership (or equivalent)

CGCS designation (preferred)

Oregon pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain (within 90 days)

UST certification

Valid Oregon driver’s license

Tools

GPS/GIS spray systems

Lynx central control software

Moisture meters & weather stations

Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Brasada Ranch in Central Oregon seeks a seasoned Golf Course Superintendent to lead all maintenance activities, set agronomic standards, and elevate playing conditions. You will guide a diverse team, manage budgets, and drive capital projects while upholding environmental stewardship.

The role requires strong leadership, deep turf knowledge, and a commitment to safety and guest experience in a premier resort setting.