Head Turf Superintendent - Championship Course

Destination Geneva National; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Destination Geneva National in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, seeks an experienced Golf Course Superintendent to lead agronomic operations, maintenance, and presentation of the Arnold Palmer Course. You will guide daily conditioning, manage budgets, and mentor a dedicated crew to deliver exceptional playing conditions for members and guests.

You'll work with the leadership team to plan improvements, ensure safety and environmental compliance, and coordinate with tournament preparation for championship

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years as Golf Course Superintendent or First Assistant Superintendent.
• Two-year degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field.
• Experience directing maintenance operations and supervising personnel.
• Knowledge of turfgrass management, irrigation, fertility programs, and conditioning.
• Proven leadership, organization, and communication abilities.
• Experience with budgeting, resource allocation, and equipment management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and recordkeeping.
• Valid driver's license and Pesticide Applicator License.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily maintenance and agronomic operations of the Arnold Palmer Course.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate agronomic programs including fertility and pest management.
• Diagnose turfgrass, drainage, irrigation, and environmental challenges.
• Manage irrigation systems, water use, soil moisture, and conservation.
• Oversee greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, trees, and grounds.
• Support course improvements, renovations, and long-term planning.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and develop maintenance staff.
• Direct priorities and ensure safety and accountability.

Skills

Turfgrass management

Leadership

Irrigation management

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Recordkeeping

Education

AS in Turfgrass Management or related

Tools

Irrigation software

Maintenance management software

MS Excel

Job description

Destination Geneva National in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, seeks an experienced Golf Course Superintendent to lead agronomic operations, maintenance, and presentation of the Arnold Palmer Course. You will guide daily conditioning, manage budgets, and mentor a dedicated crew to deliver exceptional playing conditions for members and guests.

You'll work with the leadership team to plan improvements, ensure safety and environmental compliance, and coordinate with tournament preparation for championship