Golf Course Superintendent Cobb’s Glen Country Club

Genesis Distribution; Anderson (SC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb’s Glen Country Club in South Carolina seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to lead daily maintenance and operations of a semi-private George Cobb design with 19 Tif Eagle greens. The role focuses on high-quality playability and prudent budgeting.

You will oversee greens, fairways, tees, roughs; manage irrigation, equipment, and crew scheduling; and work with the Director of Golf Operations on tournaments and member events.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or a closely related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in golf course turf management, with supervisory or assistant superintendent experience preferred.
• Tif Eagle putting surfaces, driving range, Bermuda tees and greens.
• Current or become current with all SC and local chemical/fertilization application licenses; valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Golf Course Maintenance: Oversee the conditioning of greens, fairways, tees, and roughs to withstand high volume of play.
• Irrigation & Water Management: Operate, maintain, and repair the course irrigation system.
• Crew Leadership: Direct, schedule, and train the maintenance crew
• Budgeting & Procurement: Assist in developing the annual operating budget; manage expenses and track inventory.
• Employee Relations: Coordinate closely with the Director of Golf Operations to accommodate public tournaments, community events and member events

Skills

Turfgrass science

Heavy equipment operation

Budget tracking

Administrative software

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Turfgrass Management/Agronomy/Horticulture

Job description

Golf Course Superintendentneeded to manage the daily maintenance and operations of a semi-private George Cobb design with 19 Tif Eagle Bermuda putting surfaces. This role ensures the course provides an accessible, high-quality, and enjoyable playing experience for the members and guests. The ideal candidate will balance excellent turf management with fiscal responsibility and have access to a wide array of large equipment the owner has to make any necessary changes and upgrades to the course.

Key Responsibilities

• Golf Course Maintenance:Oversee the conditioning of greens, fairways, tees, and roughs to withstand high volume of play.
• Irrigation & Water Management:Operate, maintain, and repair the course irrigation system.
• Crew Leadership:Direct, schedule, and train the maintenance crew
• Budgeting & Procurement:Assist in developing the annual operating budget; manage expenses and track inventory.
• Employee Relations:Coordinate closely with the Director of Golf Operations to accommodate public tournaments, community events and member events

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education:Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a closely related field.
• Experience:3–5 years of experience in golf course turf management, with supervisory or assistant superintendent experience preferred. Owner is looking to constantly upgrade course and facilities with an ultimate goal of going to a private course in the future.
• Turf:Tif Eagle putting surfaces, driving range, Bermuda tees and greens
• Licenses:
  • Current or become current with all South Carolina and local chemical/fertilization application licenses and laws/regulations that would impact turf maintenance.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
• Skills:Proficiency in turfgrass science, heavy equipment operation, budget tracking, and basic administrative software.
• Physical:Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as required by weather or tournament schedules; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education:Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a closely related field.
• Experience:3–5 years of experience in golf course turf management, with supervisory or assistant superintendent experience preferred. Owner is looking to constantly upgrade course and facilities with an ultimate goal of going to a private course in the future.
• Turf:Tif Eagle putting surfaces, driving range, Bermuda tees and greens
• Licenses:
  • Current or become current with all South Carolina and local chemical/fertilization application licenses and laws/regulations that would impact turf maintenance.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
• Skills:Proficiency in turfgrass science, heavy equipment operation, budget tracking, and basic administrative software.
• Physical:Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as required by weather or tournament schedules; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

About Cobb’s Glen Country Club

Cobb’s Glen Country Club is a premier semi-private championship golf course dedicated to providing an exceptional golf experience for members and guests alike. Known for its scenic layout, challenging design, and strong tradition of golf, Cobbs Glen has long been a valued destination for players of all skill levels. Now under new ownership, Cobb’s Glen is entering an exciting new era. The owner has made a significant commitment to restoring the golf course to championship caliber conditions through strategic investments in course improvements, infrastructure, equipment, and agronomic practices. this transformation is focused on elevating course conditioning, enhancing playability, and reestablishing Cobb’s Glen as one of the region’s premier golf destinations.