Golf Course Superintendent

Riverside Golf Links; Old Hickory (TN); In loco; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid time off

Golf privileges for you and family

Professional development stipend

Descrizione del lavoro

Riverside Golf Links in Old Hickory, TN is seeking a Greens Superintendent to lead daily maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers, ensuring championship quality while promoting sustainable turf care.

You will collaborate on budgets with management, manage equipment and turf health, and communicate course conditions to members and guests. A proactive, certified leader is preferred.

Competenze

• Experience as Greens Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent at a golf facility.
• Proven leadership with ability to train and develop a team.
• Certification in turf management or agronomy preferred.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and landscaping to championship standards.
• Develop agronomic plans with emphasis on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
• Manage and mentor grounds staff, training, scheduling, and safety compliance.

Conoscenze

Greens Superintendent

Leadership

Irrigation management

Formazione

GCSAA certification

Strumenti

Irrigation systems

Maintenance equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

About Us

In 1968, Riverside Golf created a par 3 golf course. In 2000, this course was renovated when the now current 18-hole course, par 70, playing 6400 yards was added to the grounds.

Today, Riverside Golf Links is a public 27-hole facility, complemented by a 9-hole executive course. The courses have phenomenal bent grass greens, lush Bermuda fairways, and tees that are nestled along the banks of the Cumberland River.

Since its earliest beginnings, Riverside Golf has been a staple in the Old Hickory area. In 2020, under the direction of new ownership & management, we will strive to continue this tradition & to be your golf course of choice. We are committed to delivering pristine playing surfaces, incredible hospitality, and excellent amenities to make your experience with us memorable.

Greens Superintendent

Our Mission

We believe that a golf course is more than just fairways and greens-it's a living, breathing landscape that inspires connection, competition, and community. Our mission is to provide an exceptional playing experience every single day, blending environmental stewardship with world-class turf management. We take pride in sustainable practices, innovative maintenance techniques, and a team culture built on respect, collaboration, and passion for the game.
Our course has hosted regional tournaments, charity events, and countless memorable rounds for members and guests. We see every blade of grass as part of a bigger story-one where nature, sport, and people come together. We are committed to preserving that story while continuously elevating the quality of play.

The Impact You Will Make

As Riverside Golf Links Greens Superintendent, you'll be the guardian of our course's beauty, health, and playability. Your expertise will shape every golfer's experience-from the smooth
roll of a putt to the lush feel of the fairway underfoot. You'll lead a dedicated grounds crew, implement cutting-edge turf care strategies, and ensure our course remains a premier destination for members, guests, and tournaments alike.
You will be entrusted with balancing tradition and innovation-maintaining the timeless charm of our course while introducing modern agronomic practices that enhance sustainability and performance. Your leadership will directly influence the reputation of our facility, the satisfaction of our players, and the pride of our community.

Essential Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and landscaping to championship standards, ensuring consistent quality across all playing surfaces.
• Develop and execute comprehensive agronomic plans, including fertilization schedules,irrigation programming, and pest management strategies, with a strong emphasis on
  sustainability and environmental responsibility.
• Manage and mentor grounds staff-providing training, scheduling, and performance feedback to foster a motivated, skilled, and safety-conscious team.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot turf equipment, ensuring optimal performance,longevity, and cost efficiency.
• Monitor turf health using soil testing, moisture meters, and visual inspection to make proactive adjustments before issues arise.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and Director of Golf on budget planning, capital improvements, and tournament preparation, ensuring the course meets or exceeds expectations for club events.
• Work with the golf staff to manage the golf car fleet and provide regular expertise in maintenance of all 90 cars and 7 U-max vehicles.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, chemical applications, and equipment servicing compliance and operational transparency.
• Ensure adherence to all environmental regulations and best practices for water conservation, chemical usage, and wildlife protection.
• Engage with members and guests to answer questions about course conditions, fostering a sense of transparency and pride in the work being done.
• Job requirements will keep you on the property on most weekends and holidays that the club is open for play.
• Provide a monthly detailed synopsis of course news and practices to be sent out via email to our 15,000 person database by the D.O.G.

What You'll Bring

Leadership Style: We are looking for a hands‑on leader who leads by example. This is not a position for someone who simply assigns tasks and manages them from a distance.
The right Superintendent will take ownership of the golf course and its condition, work alongside the maintenance team when needed, and never consider themselves above the work they ask others to perform. We value humility, accountability, initiative, and a strong work ethic.
We want someone who can effectively lead and delegate while also being willing to get on a mower, operate equipment, repair an irrigation issue, rake a bunker, or tackle whatever else the day requires.
Our expectation is simple: take responsibility for the course, lead from the front, and never ask your team to do something you wouldn't be willing to do yourself.

• Proven experience as a Greens Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent at a golf facility, preferably with exposure to tournament‑level preparation and bent grass grooming expertise.
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass species, irrigation systems, integrated pest management, and seasonal maintenance strategies.
• Certification in turf management, agronomy, or related field (GCSAA Class A or B preferred).
• Leadership skills with the ability to inspire, train, and develop a diverse team. Being bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.
• Proficiency with maintenance equipment and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with budgeting, inventory management, and vendor relations.
• A commitment to environmental stewardship, continuous improvement, and staying current with industry innovations.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with staff, management, and members.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus program.
• Paid time off plus complimentary golf privileges for you and for your family.
• Annual professional development stipend for GCSAA conferences, certifications, and training.
• Access to state-of-the-art turf management tools and equipment.
• Supportive leadership team that values innovation, work-life balance, and recognition of your contributions.
• The satisfaction of seeing your work directly enhance the player experience every single day-and hearing firsthand from golfers how much they appreciate your efforts.

We are an equal opportunity employer.