Golf Course Grounds & Turf Maintenance Lead

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

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.