Golf Course Superintendent

Golf Course Superintendents Association of Northern California; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Attendance at industry meetings

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Golf Course Superintendents Association of Northern California is seeking a highly driven Golf Course Superintendent to lead our agronomy team responsible for maintenance, playing conditions, and member satisfaction.

You will work with the Director of Agronomy to implement programs, manage staff, approve fertilizer and chemical applications, maintain records, and pursue ongoing professional development within a progressive environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in golf course maintenance and agronomy.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to run daily staff and meetings.
• Experience with fertilizer and chemical applications, and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily team meetings and communicate priorities and expectations to the maintenance staff.
• Establish and maintain high standards for golf course presentation and playing conditions.
• Oversee fertilizer and chemical applications, including planning, application, and record keeping.
• Monitor course conditions and make agronomic recommendations based on weather, turf health, and playing conditions.
• Participate in Green Committee meetings and contribute to discussions regarding course conditions.
• Assist with scheduling, staff development, training, and daily departmental operations.
• Work alongside the Director of Agronomy to implement agronomic programs and continually improve course conditions.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure applications and maintenance practices are properly documented.
• Help develop a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Agronomy

Record keeping

Problem solving

Education

Turfgrass management degree

Job description

Salary: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026

We are seeking a highly driven and motivated Golf Course Superintendent with a passion for the golf course maintenance industry and a desire to continue growing professionally.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to be part of a progressive agronomy team that continually challenges itself to raise standards, improve playing conditions, and exceed member expectations. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Agronomy and play an active role in establishing and maintaining the standards of the golf course.

The Golf Course Superintendent will have the opportunity to take an active leadership role in the daily operation of the Agronomy Department, including:

• Leading daily team meetings and communicating priorities and expectations to the maintenance staff.
• Establishing and maintaining high standards for golf course presentation and playing conditions.
• Overseeing fertilizer and chemical applications, including planning, application, and record keeping.
• Monitoring course conditions and making agronomic recommendations based on weather, turf health, and playing conditions.
• Participating in Green Committee meetings and contributing to discussions regarding course conditions.
• Assisting with scheduling, staff development, training, and daily departmental operations.
• Working alongside the Director of Agronomy to implement agronomic programs and continually improve course conditions.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring applications and maintenance practices are properly documented.
• Helping develop a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Professional Growth

We are looking for someone who is hungry to learn, willing to take on responsibility, and interested in advancing their career within the golf course industry. This position provides an opportunity to work in a progressive environment where new ideas are encouraged and expectations for course conditions continue to evolve.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the desire to become a better turf professional and leader.

• Salary: $90,000–$100,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Uniforms provided
• Attendance at regional industry meetings and educational events
• Opportunity to participate in industry education, networking, and professional development