Golf Course Superintendent: Lead Agronomy & Operations

BoardRoom magazine; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rail Golf Course in Springfield, IL, seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to lead agronomy operations for an 18-hole facility. You’ll manage budgets, oversee greens and irrigation, supervise maintenance staff, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and drive ongoing improvements.

Ideal candidates have an AA degree (or equivalent) with 2–5 years of related experience, and a pesticide license is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Budgeting and financial oversight for course operations.
• Leadership and staff development.
• Commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the annual maintenance budget and capital plans.
• Reconcile invoices, payroll, and required documents in a timely manner.
• Plan and direct maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and irrigation.
• Ensure maintenance equipment is properly maintained.
• Procure supplies within budgetary limits.
• Record activities and costs; prepare periodic reports.
• Implement purchasing with preferred vendors where possible.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations.
• Ensure training and licenses are up to date; address environmental concerns.
• Stay current on agronomic information; oversee chemical/fertilizer mixing and application.
• Provide leadership, foster teamwork, and uphold ethical behavior.
• Develop, train, coach, and mentor staff; promote safe work practices.

Education

AA degree

Agronomy / horticulture / plant- soil science

Job description

The Rail Golf Course in Springfield, IL, seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to lead agronomy operations for an 18-hole facility. You’ll manage budgets, oversee greens and irrigation, supervise maintenance staff, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and drive ongoing improvements.

Ideal candidates have an AA degree (or equivalent) with 2–5 years of related experience, and a pesticide license is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.