Golf Course Superintendent II

Genesis Distribution; Fairfax Station (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County Park Authority seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to lead turf management, irrigation, and maintenance across Burke Lake Golf Course. This role reports to the Director of Agronomy and the Golf Division, developing a detailed turf program and supervising staff within a multi-course complex.

You will manage budgets, ensure safety and compliance, and coordinate with the site manager to maximize course readiness and playability.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in agronomy, turfgrass management, recreation and parks, horticulture or related field; plus three years’ golf course superintendent or similar experience.
• Driver’s License required; Certified Fertilizer Applicator License required within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of turfgrass diseases and pests; ability to read blueprints and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and operation of a large fleet of golf course equipment and irrigation systems.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive turf management plan for greens, tees, roughs, and fairways.
• Manage budgeting, reporting, and compliance with safety standards.
• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate staff; provide on-site training and development.
• Coordinate with site manager on maintenance activities for the multi-course complex.

Skills

Turfgrass management

Budgeting & cost control

Staff supervision

Irrigation systems

Equipment maintenance

Safety and compliance

Education

Two-year associate degree in agronomy or turfgrass management

Tools

Central irrigation controllers

Job description

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Rec Centers, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.

This position is under the direction of the Director of Agronomy and Golf Division Director, and is fully responsible for all maintenance functions, facilities, equipment, and staff associated with Burke Lake Golf Course. Develops and implements a comprehensive turf management program, directs the work of staff related to turf management, irrigation, equipment repair and general building maintenance and custodial duties and conducts moderately complex budgeting and accounting tasks. Conducts staff training, development, and recognition activities and coordinates maintenance activities with the site manager to ensure maximum utilization of the multi- course complex. Additionally, completes and submits various financial, administrative, and statistical reports and complies and retains operational and safety records.

Note: Some overtime or compensation time may be required.

Candidates are required to submit a complete summary of their relevant experience. Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. All fields must be completed on the application, to include work experience (volunteer and paid), education, training, licenses/certifications. This information will be reviewed to verify qualifications for all candidates and determine compensation for the selectee.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

• Manages the maintenance and operation of a large fleet of greens mowers, fairway movers, trim mowers, rough mowers, utility vehicles, spray tanks, sand trap rakes, seeders, aerators, etc.;
• Develops and implements a detailed turf management plan for assigned greens, tees, roughs, and lawn areas (and special complexities of cart paths);
• Establishes criteria for and determines golf course playability and authorizes the opening and closing of the grounds;
• Supervises the maintenance and operation of a large, automated irrigation system including pumphouse, central computer, field controllers, valves, and sprinkler heads;
• Plans for and supervises major improvement projects such as greens and tees construction, cart path construction, sand bunker construction, site landscaping, pond dredging, etc.;
• Authorizes purchase requests and invoices for payment;
• Inspects park facilities and grounds for safety hazards and operational deficiencies, recommends improvements, and initiates corrective measures;
• Accountable for the purchase, storage and application and disposal of hazardous materials including pesticides, fertilizers, and other turf care products;
• Compiles and retains operational and safety records and complies with federal, state, and County safety standards;
• Develops budget justifications for capital equipment, staffing and annual operating supplies;
• Hires, supervises, schedules, and evaluates a medium sized staff;
• Plans, schedules and conducts specialized on-site staff training;
• Completes and submits various financial, administrative, and statistical reports;
• Adheres to revenue and expense limits, goals, and guidelines for specialized areas of supervision.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation center and/or park management;
• Knowledge of fiscal record keeping and inventory procedures;
• Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment;
• Knowledge of methods and practices of golf course maintenance;
• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in golf course maintenance;
• Ability to identify, isolate and initiate repairs to equipment and irrigation systems;
• Ability to identify and treat turfgrass diseases and pests;
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, chemical labels and other technical documents;
• Ability and skill to operate a variety of golf course maintenance equipment;
• Ability to obtain necessary certifications.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”)

Graduation from a two-year associate degree program with major course work in agronomy, turfgrass management, recreation and parks, horticulture, or related field plus three years’ experience as golf course superintendent or other applicable position at a golf course.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Driver’s License (Required)
• Certified Fertilizer Applicator License (Required within 6 months)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A two-year associate degree program with major course work in agronomy or turf grass management
• Golf course supervisory experience
• Experience with automated irrigation systems programming, repair, maintenance, and installation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to climb on and off equipment. Ability to use both hand and foot controls for extended periods. Ability to wear respirators and other protective equipment and clothing. Climb on and off various golf course maintenance equipment. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview; may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others .) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [e-mail] EEO/AA/TTY.