Golf Superintendent - Blue Heron Golf Club

Gcsaofny; Macedon (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Truck

Paid Time Off

Company Cell Phone

Coverage of GCSAA & Chapter dues

Continuing education expenses

Job summary

A local golf club is seeking a Golf Club Superintendent to manage all turfgrass health and performance while overseeing the grounds crew. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in golf course maintenance with strong leadership and irrigation skills. The compensation package includes a salary range of $80,000 to $100,000, along with benefits such as a company truck, paid time off, and continuing education expenses.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant.
• Proven experience in golf course maintenance and management.
• Expertise in irrigation systems and turfgrass diseases.

Responsibilities

• Manage the health and performance of all turfgrass.
• Supervise, hire, train, and schedule the grounds crew team.
• Operate and maintain the irrigation system.

Skills

Turfgrass science

Irrigation systems

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Groundskeeping equipment

Irrigation systems

Job description

Since opening in 1987, Blue Heron has been a standout in the Rochester golf scene. With insights from golf legend Jack Nicklaus, the course was crafted to challenge players with its strategic layout and unique design—no two holes run parallel.

Fully open to the public, Blue Heron Golf Club continues its tradition of great golf, welcoming players to experience a course shaped by legends. Conveniently located just east of Rochester, Blue Heron offers the perfect blend of championship golf and scenic beauty.

Under new ownership the Club house was completely re-modeled in 2025. Blue Heron Golf Club historically has been an 18 hole golf course, starting in 2026 Blue Heron is transitioning to a 9 hole golf course.

Job Description

The Golf Club Superintendent position is a twelve (12) month position.

• Manage the health and performance of all turfgrass.
• Supervise, hire, train, and schedule the grounds crew team to ensure efficient and effective operations. Team would consist of 5 members.
• Operate and maintain the irrigation system, as well as the pump station. Irrigation system is original from when the course was built.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of all groundskeeping equipment.
• Apply pesticides and fertilizers as needed, ensuring compliance with all regulations (Pesticide Applicator License, or ability to obtain promptly, is required).
• Monitor and manage turfgrass diseases, pests, and water usage.
• Ability to remove felled trees due to age and wind
• Coordinates snow removal and winter maintenance activities.
• Determines when the course should be closed due to weather conditions.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment for all staff.
• Oversees maintaining grounds at adjacent company property

Job Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant.
• Proven experience in golf course maintenance and management, with a strong background in turfgrass science.
• Expertise in irrigation systems, bentgrass, turfgrass diseases, and equipment operation/maintenance.
• Leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a small team.
• Valid Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain promptly).
• Valid Driver's License - Strong organizational and communication skills.

The compensation package will be based on the experience of the candidate with a salary range of $80,000 to $100,000. The Golf Club Superintendent position is a twelve (12) month position. Additional benefits include:

• Company Truck
• Paid Time Off
• Company Cell Phone
• Coverage of GCSAA & Chapter dues
• Continuing education expenses

Reports to Ownership and General Manager

Please send your resume to: Les Bernard, General Manager