Golf Course Superintendent position for public golf course, Durham, North Carolina Hillandale G[...]

Genesis Distribution; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillandale Golf Course in Durham, NC is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to oversee daily maintenance and operations of its public facility with 23 Champion Bermuda greens. The role blends turfgrass science with fiscal responsibility, safety, and environmental stewardship in line with city guidelines.

The candidate will lead a diverse maintenance crew, manage irrigation and water use, contribute to budgeting, coordinate with golf operations staff, and ensure high quality playing surfaces for

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture.
• Experience: 3–5 years in golf course turf management with supervisory experience.
• Licenses: North Carolina and local chemical/fertilization licenses; valid Driver’s License.
• Turf: Champion Bermuda putting surfaces and Bermuda on course.
• Skills: Proficiency in turfgrass science, equipment operation, budget tracking, and admin software.

Responsibilities

• Public Facility Maintenance: Oversee greens, fairways, tees, and roughs for high municipal traffic.
• Irrigation & Water Management: Operate and maintain the irrigation system with water-conservation focus.
• Crew Leadership: Direct and train maintenance staff; enforce safety and OSHA standards.
• Budgeting & Procurement: Assist in annual budget and equipment purchasing specifications.
• Community relations: Coordinate with golf ops leadership for tournaments and public events.

Skills

Turfgrass management

Irrigation systems

Crew leadership

Budget tracking

OSHA safety

Heavy equipment operation

Administrative software

Education

Turfgrass education

Job description

Golf Course Superintendent position for public golf course, Durham, North Carolina Hillandale Golf Course

Golf Course Superintendent position for public golf course, Durham, North Carolina

Details

Posted:01-Jul-26

Type:Full Time

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Salary Details:

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Certifications:

CGCS

Class A

Managed by: Amerazil Golf LLC

Recent driving range/putting course/short game area renovation project

Golf Course Superintendentneeded to manage the daily maintenance and operations of a public golf facility with 23 Champion Bermuda putting surfaces. This role ensures the course provides an accessible, high-quality, and enjoyable playing experience for the local community. The ideal candidate will balance excellent turf management with fiscal responsibility, safety, and environmental stewardship in line with city guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Public Facility Maintenance:Oversee the conditioning of greens, fairways, tees, and roughs to withstand heavy municipal traffic and high-volume daily play.
• Irrigation & Water Management:Operate, maintain, and repair the course irrigation system, keeping a strong focus on water conservation and municipal compliance.
• Crew Leadership:Direct, schedule, and train a diverse maintenance crew (including seasonal staff), ensuring strict adherence to safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Budgeting & Procurement:Assist in developing the annual operating budget; manage expenses, track inventory, and prepare specifications for equipment purchasing according to company processes.
• Community & Civic Relations:Coordinate closely with the Director of Golf Operations and Head Golf Professionals to accommodate public tournaments, leagues, and community events. Respond professionally to public inquiries or feedback.

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. Public sector or municipal experience is a plus.
• Turf:Champion Bermuda putting surfaces, TifTuf driving range, common Bermuda on course.
• Licenses:
  • Current or become current with all North 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 Hillandale Golf Course

Hillandale Golf Course is public golf course located in Durham, North Carolina with the first rounds being played in 1912. It is a City of Durham owned facility managed and operated by Amerazil Golf LLC. All staff are employees of Amerazil Golf LLC. The facility plays over 50k rounds per year. It has a very busy driving range that has recently been renovated. Putting surfaces are Champion Bermuda and were renovated in 2012. The course has Common Bermuda fairways. The facility has its own 501 c.3 foundation in the H.E.A.R.T.S. Club that helps children with blood and marrow diseases at Duke Children’s Hospital. It also supports the Folds of Honor Foundation and has helped those affected by Helene in Western North Carolina. The facility has a full compliment of equipment and an excellent maintenance area. Employment to begin as soon as possible.