Highlands Ridge Golf Course – Golf Course Superintendent

Genesis Distribution; Florida; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Highlands Ridge Golf Course in Florida is seeking a Superintendent to lead turfgrass management, irrigation, and environmental stewardship for year‑round play. Responsibilities include budget oversight, staff supervision, and ensuring optimal playing conditions across greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers.

The role requires strong leadership, IPM expertise, and a commitment to safety and compliance, with responsibilities year‑round and a minimum 55 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience managing greens, tees, fairways and native areas on a golf course.
• Certifications in turfgrass management and pesticide application.
• Ability to manage irrigation, drainage and water resources.
• Strong leadership, safety, and environmental compliance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Turfgrass management across greens, tees, fairways, roughs and native areas.
• Oversee mowing, fertilization, aeration, and weed control.
• Develop turf management programs to maintain optimal playing conditions.
• Irrigation system management and water distribution optimization.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems and schedule watering cycles.
• Pest and disease control using IPM strategies.
• Maintain course facilities and playability (greens, tees, bunkers, carts).
• Hire, train and supervise groundskeepers and maintenance staff.
• Provide training to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee budgeting and resource management; order supplies as needed.
• Develop water conservation and environmental practices.
• Communicate with club management and golfers about conditions.

Skills

Turfgrass management

Irrigation management

Pest & disease control

Staff supervision

Budget management

Environmental stewardship

Communication with golfers

Education

CGCS certification

CCGIS certification

Turfgrass Management Certificate

Pesticide Applicator License

Job description

32322

Details

Posted:20-May-26

Location:Carrabelle, Florida

Type:Full Time

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Salary Details:

We are seeking a passionate Superintendent with expertise in agronomy, leadership, and environmental stewardship. Your job will be to ensure our course remains in top condition for players. This is a full-time, year-round position. Salary is based on experience with a range of $60,000 – $90,000

Some of the key responsibilities:

• Turfgrass Management including greens, tees, fairways, roughs and native areas.
• Oversee mowing, fertilization, aeration, and weed control.
• Develop turf management programs to maintain optimal playing conditions.
• Irrigation System Management
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper water distribution.
• Schedule watering cycles and adjust sprinkler heads for efficiency.
• Pest & Disease Control
• Implement integrated pest management (IPM) strategies.
• Conduct regular inspections and apply treatments to prevent outbreaks.
• Course Maintenance & Playability
• Maintain greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and cart paths.
• Ensure the course is safe and playable for golfers.
• Staff Supervision & Training
• Hire, train, and manage groundskeepers and maintenance staff.
• Provide technical and safety training to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Budget & Resource Management
• Oversee maintenance expenses and manage the budget efficiently.
• Order supplies, equipment, and materials as needed.
• Environmental & Sustainability Practices
• Develop water conservation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Communication & Coordination
• Work closely with club management to enhance the golfing experience.
• Communicate with golfers about course conditions and upcoming maintenance
• Preferred certifications: CGCS; CCGIS; Turfgrass Management Certificate; Pesticide Applicator License
• Thorough knowledge of the construction of golf courses and the ability to maintain golf course tees, fairways, and greens.
• Proficient with the maintenance of different types of turf used on golf courses, the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants and shrubs.
• Knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers, soil conditioners, herbicides and pest control materials and methods.
• Possess thorough knowledge of drainage control methods, watering, and irrigations systems, including wells, pumps, and automatic controls.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays as needed, minimum of 55 hours per week

About 32322

Highlands Ridge Golf Course is one of the finest courses in Central Florida. Playing over 7200 yards, Highlands Ridge was designed by world renowned architect, Dave Harmon, who patterned it after Kauri Cliffs in New Zealand, one of the Top 200 Golf Courses in the world. Highlands Ridge is a past recipient of the best golf course in Central Florida.