Golf Course Maintenance Lead & Operations Supervisor

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking an Administrative Supervisor, Golf Course Maintenance to lead grounds operations at the Duke Golf Club. You will oversee turf health, irrigation support, and grounds preservation while guiding a team to deliver excellent conditions for play and events.

Join a collaborative outdoor environment with focus on safety, sustainability, and operational excellence, including budgeting and strategic planning responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of post-secondary training in skilled trades or grounds management preferred.
• Four years of experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance preferred.
• Experience coordinating or supervising maintenance operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead golf course grounds maintenance operations and supervise staff.
• Oversee turf health, fertilizer, weed, and disease management programs.
• Manage equipment inventories and preventive maintenance programs.
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure course conditions meet daily play and event standards.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Turfgrass management

Team leadership

Irrigation support

Budget awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years post-secondary training in skilled trades or related fields

Job description

Duke University is seeking an Administrative Supervisor, Golf Course Maintenance to lead grounds operations at the Duke Golf Club. You will oversee turf health, irrigation support, and grounds preservation while guiding a team to deliver excellent conditions for play and events.

Join a collaborative outdoor environment with focus on safety, sustainability, and operational excellence, including budgeting and strategic planning responsibilities.