Golf Course Superintendent Salisbury Country Club

Genesis Distribution; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury Country Club in Midlothian, Virginia, seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to lead the day-to-day maintenance of our 27-hole facility. Reporting to the Director of Golf Courses and Grounds, you will supervise a team of assistants, oversee irrigation, cultural practices, budgeting, and work with other departments to deliver exceptional course conditions and member satisfaction.

The ideal candidate combines strong agronomic knowledge with proven leadership, is licensed pesticide applicator

Qualifications

• Degree in Turf Management, Agronomy, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience as Assistant Superintendent.
• Pesticide Applicator’s License (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily golf course maintenance and operations across 27 holes and practice facilities.
• Plan and execute cultural practices, moisture management, pest control, and course conditioning.
• Manage and develop staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluation.
• Assist with irrigation operation, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Assist in annual budgeting and capital project planning.
• Coordinate with other departments and serve as a professional representative of the grounds team.
• Communicate effectively with members and attend club and departmental meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Turf Management or Agronomy

Job description

Golf Course Superintendent Salisbury Country Club

Salisbury Country Club is seeking a motivated and passionate Golf Course Superintendent to join our team and help elevate the golf experience for our members. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is ready to take the next step in their career at a premier private club with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Director of Golf Courses and Grounds , the Golf Course Superintendent will be responsible for leading the day-to-day maintenance and management of our 27-hole golf facility. The Superintendent will work collaboratively with a team of Assistant Superintendents, the Grounds Superintendent, and Equipment Technicians to ensure exceptional course conditions and member satisfaction.

This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong agronomic knowledge, attention to detail, and excellent team management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily golf course maintenance and operations across 27 holes and practice facilities
• Plan and execute cultural practices, moisture management, pest control, and course conditioning
• Manage and develop staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluation
• Assist with irrigation operation, troubleshooting, and repair
• Assist in annual budgeting and capital project planning
• Coordinate with other departments and serve as a professional representative of the grounds team
• Communicate effectively with members and attend club and departmental meetings

About Salisbury Country Club

Located just outside Richmond in Midlothian, VA , Salisbury Country Club is a full-service private club with a vibrant and growing membership. The club features:

• 27 holes of championship golf with rotating 9-hole loops
• Bentgrass greens , including newly renovated 007XL/Piranha greens (9 holes + putting green) and L93 on the remaining 18 holes
• Fairways : 18 holes of Bermuda and 9 holes of Zorro Zoysia
• Modern irrigation system with a mix of Toro 2-wire and smart satellite upgrades
• Better Billy Bunkers installed in 2013
• A master renovation plan in place by architect Bill Bergin to guide future improvements
• Plans for a maintenance shop renovation
• Majority of equipment is on a John Deere lease

Salisbury is dedicated to ongoing investment in our golf facilities and offers a forward-thinking, supportive work environment.

• Degree in Turf Management, Agronomy, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Assistant Superintendent
• Proven success in managing cool- and warm-season turf in the transition zone
• Current Pesticide Applicator’s License (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

About Salisbury Country Club

Salisbury Country Club is a private, member-owned country club located in Midlothian, Virginia. The Club features a premier golf facility comprised of 27 holes of golf and a state-of-the‑art practice facility offering a unique short game practice area and double range. Additional amenities include an outdoor tennis complex, indoor sports facility, outdoor aquatics facility and a beautiful Clubhouse.