Golf Course Supervisor

Unified Government of Wyandotte County; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS is seeking a Golf Course Supervisor for Sunflower Hills Golf Course. You will supervise crew, implement agronomic plans, calibrate chemicals, and troubleshoot irrigation systems to maintain optimal turf conditions.

The role requires knowledge of turf management, irrigation systems, and supervisory principles. A valid driver’s license is required, and you will report to the Golf Course Superintendent.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3 years related experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with related experience or an equivalent combination.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles.
• Experience in irrigation troubleshooting and repair.
• Knowledge of golf rules and course management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily work assignments and manage manpower, equipment, and supplies.
• Inspect turf conditions and report to Golf Course Superintendent.
• Repair and maintain turf maintenance equipment.
• Operate irrigation systems and troubleshoot issues.
• Keep records of chemical applications, water usage and fuel consumption.
• Maintain and care for shrubs, flowers, trees, and turf.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature.

Skills

Mower operation

Irrigation systems

Pesticides and fungicides

Customer service

Supervisory communications

Safety awareness

Equipment maintenance

Turf condition assessment

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

Irrigation systems

Job description

As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

Golf Course Supervisor

Department: Parks and Recreation

Division: Sunflower Hills Golf Course

Job Description

The Golf Course Supervisor will work in conjunction with and report to the Golf Course Superintendent. The position is working supervisory position. The main responsibilities of the position are to implement agronomic plans, assist with daily crew supervision and delegation, assist with chemical and fertilizer calibration and application, irrigation troubleshooting and repair.

Additional Duties

• maintenance of mowers, sprayers, equipment and golf carts
• assist maintaining accurate records of chemical applications, water usage and gasoline consumption
• maintenance of shrubs, flowers, trees, and turf

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and three years experience in area of assignment
• or a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and experience in area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above
• Knowledge of supervisory principles
• experience in irrigation troubleshooting and repair
• knowledge of the game and the rules of golf
• Valid Driver’s License is required

Essential Duties

• Supervises personnel to include: prioritizing and scheduling daily work assignments and determining manpower, equipment, and supply needs
• Conducts inspections of turf condition to include checking for dryness, fungus, and insect damage and reports conditions to the Golf Course Superintendent
• Conducts inspections, repairs, and maintains turf maintenance equipment
• Operates all turf maintenance equipment which includes but does not limit to mowers, tractors, vehicles, golf carts, chain saws, and gas-powered lawn equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation system
• Maintains and upkeeps the entire golf course property which includes but does not limit to housekeeping the maintenance shop and collects trash and debris on the golf course
• Plants, waters, fertilize, mulch, and maintain shrubs, flowers, trees, and turf
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Knowledge

• Turf maintenance practices
• Irrigation systems
• Pesticides and fungicides
• Supervisory practices
• Safety techniques

Skills

• Using office equipment such as calculators and telephones
• Operating pumphouses and irrigation systems
• Recognizing turf management pests
• Applying pesticides and fungicides
• Providing customer service and public relations
• Implementing board policies and administrative guidelines
• Assessing course playing conditions
• Supervising and evaluation the work of personnel
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

Training and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED and three years experience in area of assignment
• or a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and experience in area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above
• Knowledge of supervisory principles
• experience in irrigation troubleshooting and repair
• knowledge of the game and the rules of golf

Licensing Requirements

• Valid Drivers License

Physical Requirements

• Positions in this class typical require: Reaching, standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, and seeing.
• Incumbents may be subjected to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, extreme temperatures, and intense noises.

Medium Work

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

$20.31 - 25.86 per hour

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.

If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call [phone] or email [e-mail].

Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Learn more about us on our Website.