Golf Course Superintendent — Turf & Operations Leader

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Golf Club on the Columbus campus seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to lead maintenance, construction, and staff oversight to ensure top-quality course conditions for student-athletes, members, and guests. You will manage budgets, schedule preventive maintenance, coordinate events, and stay current with turf management innovations.

A bachelor's degree and 5+ years in golf course management are required; advanced degree and 8–12 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; advanced degree desirable.
• Minimum 5 years golf course management experience; 8–12 years preferred.
• Knowledge of turf management, maintenance scheduling, and budgets.
• Pesticide applicator licenses for turf and aquatic categories.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance programs for a 36-hole golf facility.
• Coordinate construction projects and staff supervision.
• Manage budgets and track inventory, scheduling, and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate events with golf club staff.

Skills

Golf course management

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Maintenance scheduling

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree desirable

Tools

Pesticide license (Category 8 turf)

Pesticide license (Category 3 aquatics)

Job description

The Ohio State University Golf Club on the Columbus campus seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to lead maintenance, construction, and staff oversight to ensure top-quality course conditions for student-athletes, members, and guests. You will manage budgets, schedule preventive maintenance, coordinate events, and stay current with turf management innovations.

A bachelor's degree and 5+ years in golf course management are required; advanced degree and 8–12 years preferred.