Golf Course Superintendent – Skaneateles CC

Gcsaofny; Town of Skaneateles (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus up to $10,000

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Cell phone allowance

Use of Club vehicle

Access to Club facilities

Provided meals

Job summary

A prestigious golf club in the Town of Skaneateles seeks a qualified Golf Course Superintendent. This role involves overseeing the operation of the Greens and Grounds Department, ensuring high-quality turf maintenance and providing effective team management. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in golf course management and a minimum two-year degree in Agronomy. The compensation package, including a competitive salary and bonuses, makes this an attractive opportunity for dedicated professionals in the field.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in golf course maintenance management.
• Valid Pesticide applicator’s license required.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory requirements and recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of the Greens and Grounds Department.
• Develop and maintain a budget while achieving financial goals.
• Hire, train, and develop Greens and Grounds staff.

Skills

Golf course maintenance management

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

Minimum two-year degree in Agronomy

Tools

Pesticide applicator's license

Job description

Golf Course Superintendent – Skaneateles CC

Founded in 1915, Skaneateles Country Club (SCC) is nestled on the shores of picturesque Skaneateles Lake, in the heart of Central New York's renowned Finger Lakes region. With its crystal‑clear waters, stunning views and small‑town charm, the village of Skaneateles offers not only a vibrant community and highly ranked school system, but also convenient access to major metropolitan areas including New York City, Boston, Montreal, and Toronto. SCC is a thriving, vibrant club with a diverse membership. Its lakeside setting, beautiful facilities, friendly members and employees create a world‑class member experience. Recent capital investments include a state‑of‑the‑art Rain Bird irrigation system and a new fleet of John Deere equipment. SCC is in the early stages of developing a golf course master plan with famed Golf Course Architect Lester George.

The Club has 650 members in all classes of which 460 are full golf members. While the Club is open 9 months a year, most of the revenue is generated during the summer months. The Club features a variety of dining options for members, ranging from casual to traditional club dining, as well as waterfront dining and event space. The 18‑hole golf course hosts more than 16,500 rounds annually, from early spring through late fall. In addition, the Club offers four tennis courts along with a wide array of boating, sailing and waterfront amenities.

Job Description

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the successful operation of the Greens and Grounds Department. This includes providing agronomic direction to maintain the golf course at the highest quality possible, implementing procedures and programs to uphold SCC’s standards of healthy turf and consistent playing conditions, and training and developing the greens and grounds team. The GCS prepares an annual budget and works to achieve financial goals through accurate forecasting, effective expense control, and efficient labor management.

The Superintendent works closely with the General Manager on capital improvement expansion projects and interacts with the golf staff to maximize the number of rounds of golf played, scheduling maintenance practices around member play and club outings to maximize efficiency. The Superintendent is responsible for hiring, training and developing all staff, ensuring compliance with OSHA, club safety, state and federal guidelines for safe working conditions. The GCS will serve on the Club’s Golf and Greens & Grounds committees as an ex‑officio member and reports directly to the General Manager.

Job Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in golf course maintenance management
• Minimum two‑year degree in Agronomy
• Valid Pesticide applicator’s license required
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory requirements and recordkeeping in compliance with local, state and federal laws
• Diplomatic team player with the ability to build and maintain relationships with members, employees, partners and guests

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

The compensation package will be commensurate with the experience level of the selected candidate with a salary range of $120,000 to $140,000. The Golf Course Superintendent position is a twelve (12) month position. Annual performance bonus up to $10,000; participation in individual and family health insurance, dental and vision plans; coverage of GCSAA dues and approved continuing education expenses; participation in the Club’s Simple IRA plan; cell phone allowance; use of Club vehicle; access to Club facilities; provided meals.

Professionals who meet or exceed the established criteria are encouraged to contact:

Zach Maslyn
General Manager
[e-mail]