Palmer Course Superintendent: Championship Golf Maintenance Lead

BoardRoom magazine; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Destination Geneva National in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, seeks an experienced, hands-on Golf Course Superintendent to join our agronomic leadership team for 54 holes designed by legends Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Lee Trevino.

The role focuses on course conditioning, team development, and daily maintenance leadership, with budgeting and long-term planning responsibilities to uphold premier playing conditions for members and resort guests.

Qualifications

• 2- or 4-year degree or certificate in Turf Management (or related field) such as agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science.
• Computer skills for financial reporting and operations control (Microsoft Office).
• Valid Driver's License. Obtain Pesticide Application License.
• Spanish language ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of Golf Maintenance and Agronomic operations and personnel management.
• Supervise maintenance of playing surfaces and course landscaping to the highest level.
• Direct staff in planting, pruning, irrigation, and soil bed preparation for aesthetics and health.
• Manage irrigation systems and monthly reporting; monitor soil moisture and run times.

Skills

Golf course management

Microsoft Office

Spanish language (preferred)

Education

2- or 4-year Turf Management degree/cert

Job description

Destination Geneva National in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, seeks an experienced, hands-on Golf Course Superintendent to join our agronomic leadership team for 54 holes designed by legends Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Lee Trevino.

The role focuses on course conditioning, team development, and daily maintenance leadership, with budgeting and long-term planning responsibilities to uphold premier playing conditions for members and resort guests.