Golf Course Superintendent

Boca West Country Club, Inc.; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boca West Country Club, Inc. in Boca Raton, FL, seeks an experienced Golf Course Superintendent to lead all maintenance and agronomic operations, ensuring exceptional playing conditions and environmental stewardship. You will oversee irrigation, turfgrass programs, equipment, and staff within budgeted plans.

The role requires 2–3 years of supervisory experience, a horticulture and turfgrass background, and a valid pesticide license or ability to obtain one, with GCSAA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory or assistant role in golf course maintenance.
• Knowledge of horticulture, turfgrass science, irrigation, and pest management.
• Ability to obtain/hold pesticide license; valid driver’s license required.
• GCSAA certification or equivalent credentials preferred.
• Experience at a high-end/private golf club is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate all golf course maintenance activities across greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and landscapes.
• Develop agronomic programs for turfgrass management including fertilization and pest control.
• Manage irrigation systems for water efficiency and turf health.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets and capital projects.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate maintenance staff.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and pesticide regulations.
• Coordinate with Golf Professional and General Manager on course priorities.
• Inspect daily to ensure high-quality playing conditions.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain records of pesticides, irrigation, maintenance, and budgets.
• Develop long-term improvement plans and respond to weather-related issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Equipment proficiency

Outdoor work endurance

Education

GCSAA certification

Pesticide license or eligibility

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Irrigation systems

Job description

• Base Pay $100,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type RFT (Non-Exempt)

Our Mission: To fulfill our PROMISE to our employees, members and guests in order to create a reimagined Country Club life.

P assionate – We love what we do and have fun doing it!

R efined – We strive for excellence in our communication.

O wnership – We are proactive and accountable in any task, challenge or opportunity presented to us.

M indful – We are present, patient, and aware so that we can best anticipate the needs of those around us.

I nnovative – We are eager and open to seek ways to improve Country Club life.

S afe – We take responsibility for creating a safe environment.

E mpathy – Every concern, suggestion, or feedback is a welcomed opportunity to understand the feelings and needs of others.

OVERVIEW:

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the overall maintenance, management, and agronomic performance of the golf course and surrounding grounds. This position oversees all aspects of turfgrass management, irrigation systems, landscaping, equipment maintenance, and staff supervision to ensure exceptional playing conditions while maintaining environmental stewardship and operating within budget.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate all golf course maintenance activities, including greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and landscaped areas.
• Develop and implement agronomic programs for turfgrass management, including fertilization, pest control, disease prevention, aerification, overseeding, and cultural practices.
• Manage and maintain the golf course irrigation system, ensuring efficient water use and optimal turf health.
• Prepare and monitor departmental operating and capital budgets.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate golf course maintenance staff.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal environmental, safety, and pesticide regulations.
• Coordinate with the Golf Professional, General Manager, and other department leaders to prioritize course conditions and tournament preparations.
• Inspect the golf course daily to identify maintenance needs and ensure high-quality playing conditions.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of golf course equipment and vehicles.
• Manage inventory and purchasing of fertilizers, chemicals, seed, sand, and maintenance supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of pesticide applications, irrigation schedules, equipment maintenance, and budget expenditures.
• Develop and implement long-term improvement plans for the golf course.
• Respond promptly to weather-related issues and emergencies that may affect course conditions.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• Responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Treats people with respect.
• Works with integrity and ethically.
• Follows policies and procedures.
• Supports organization's goals and values.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Is consistently at work and on time.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
• Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Completes work in timely manner.
• Observes safety and security procedures.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Uses equipment and materials properly.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING:

• Proven experience in golf course maintenance or groundskeeping, with a minimum of 2-3 years in a supervisory or assistant role.
• Knowledge of horticulture, turfgrass science, irrigation systems, and pest management.
• Valid pesticide license or ability to obtain one upon hire (state-specific requirements).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Certification from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) or similar organization.
• Experience working at a high-end or private golf club.
• Proficiency with golf course maintenance equipment and technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel reach with hands and arms, talk, hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to extreme heat (non-weather).