Lead Golf Course Superintendent: Turf & Sustainability

Genesis Distribution; Florida; On-site; 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

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.