Golf Course Superintendent

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to ensure the highest quality of the 36-hole OSU Golf Club. You will manage maintenance programs, supervise staff, and oversee facilities and grounds.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), 5 years of relevant experience (8–12 years preferred), and a pesticide applicator license. PGA/USGA/college experience preferred; salary range $160,000-$175,000; regular, 40-hour weeks with varying shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Advanced degree may be desirable.
• 5 years of relevant experience required.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Pesticide applicator license in category 8 (turf) and category 3 (aquatics).

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance programs for the 36-hole OSU Golf Club and coordinate construction projects.
• Manage budget, procure equipment, and schedule preventive maintenance.
• Hire, train, and supervise golf course operation staff.
• Coordinate events with golf club staff and communicate with stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree may be desirable

Pesticide applicator license (category 8 turf; category 3 aquatics)

Job description

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Job Title:

Golf Course Superintendent

Department:

Athletics | Golf Course Administration

Job Description

The Golf Course Superintendent has primary responsibility to ensure the overall quality and condition of the 36-hole Ohio State University Golf Club. It is to be maintained in a manner to provide the highest level of quality and enjoyment for student-athletes, club members and guests. This position is responsible for the management and coordination of all maintenance programs and construction projects for the golf course, golf course facilities and grounds; the selection, training and supervision of the golf course operation staff; maintaining golf courses within budgetary guidelines; work with golf club staff in the coordination of events; keep abreast of current innovations in turf management and establish record keeping systems for maintenance scheduling, man-hour accounting, preventive maintenance of equipment, inventory control, pesticide applications, fertilizations, etc.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Advanced degree may be desirable. 5 years of relevant experience required. 8-12 years of relevant experience preferred. Possess a working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices and methods and a thorough understanding of the rules ands strategies of the game of golf. Minimum of five years experience in the area of golf course management and supervisory responsibility. Pesticide applicator license in category 8 (turf) and category 3 (aquatics).

Desired Qualifications

PGA Tour, USGA, OGA, and/or NCAA experience. Experience working with collegiate teams and coaches. Experience collaborating with turfgrass professors with research projects on and off the course.

Salary range to be $160,000-$175,000

FUNCTION: Facilities, Engineering and Acquisition

SUB-FUNCTION: Facilities Operations

CAREER BAND: Managerial

CAREER LEVEL: M2

Additional Information:

Location:

OSU Golf Club - Maintenance 1 (0175)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

Varying Shifts

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