Senior Golf Course Superintendent

Oliphant Golf Management; Toledo, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Matching

Association Dues

Company Phone

Company Vehicle

Moving Stipend

Job summary

Oliphant Golf Management seeks a Senior Golf Course Superintendent for Toledo City Golf, overseeing agronomic management of Ottawa Park, Detwiler Park, and Collins Park courses. You will supervise daily maintenance, manage budgets, and coordinate with the General Manager to deliver exceptional playing conditions.

The role requires 3+ years of supervisory experience, a turf management degree if possible, and ability to obtain an Ohio pesticide license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years related work, management and supervision experience.
• Pesticide license eligibility or ability to obtain Ohio pesticide license.
• Experience overseeing maintenance crews and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversees turf care and maintenance to ensure top playing conditions.
• Directs maintenance department operations and staff.
• Recruits, supervises and evaluates maintenance crew; conducts safety meetings.
• Develops annual maintenance plans and capital improvement concepts.
• Manages water usage tracking and irrigation systems; reports on water sources.
• Plans and budgets for equipment, chemicals, and training.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Budgeting

Safety training

Communication

Education

Turf Management / Horticulture degree

Tools

Irrigation systems knowledge

Job description

Senior Golf Course Superintendent - Toledo City Golf

OGM

Work Location: On Site

About Toledo City Golf:

OGM proudly manages three exceptional public courses in Toledo, Ohio—Ottawa Park Golf Course, Detwiler Park Golf Course, and Collins Park Golf Course—offering a combined 45 holes of diverse, accessible golf. Ottawa Park, established in 1899 by S.P. Jermain (known as the "father of public golf") in Toledo, stands as one of the oldest public courses in the United States and a historic landmark. Complementing it are the modern Arthur Hills-designed Detwiler Park (an 18-hole layout with scenic Maumee Bay views and a driving range) and the classic 9-hole Collins Park, together providing welcoming, well-maintained playing experiences for golfers of all skill levels while fostering community connections and the enduring spirit of municipal golf in Toledo for over 125 years.

About OGM:

OGM provides a results-oriented style of golf course management that sets us apart. As a full-service golf course management company, we provide our clients with straight-forward guidance and keep things simple and establish lasting business relationships based on mutual success.

OGM provides uncommon capabilities in the management and long-term improvement of golf properties. Our contracts range from maintenance only, to full general management services, to turn-key leasing of golf resorts.

Position Summary:

The Senior Golf Course Superintendent plays a critical role in golf operations. The Superintendent is responsible for all agronomic management and daily maintenance of Ottawa Park Golf Course, clubhouse grounds, and common areas as directed by management, while providing agronomic and operational oversight at Detwiler Park GC and Collins Park GC. This position will coordinate daily with the General Manager and Golf Shop staff to provide golfers an exceptional golf experience every day. The Superintendent's areas of supervision include all daily crew activities, the budget, the planning and advancement of course maintenance practices upholding top-tier facility presentation, and the hiring and training of an excellent crew. The qualified candidate will be a team player and will consistently advance the wellbeing of Toledo City Golf, OGM, and the entire team. This candidate must possess a positive attitude as well as a strong work ethic and be organized, attentive to detail, and self-motivated.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversees the care and maintenance of the turf and overall playing conditions, the ornamental plants, shrubs, trees and wildflower areas on the facility grounds.

Oversees and guides all operations of the Toledo City Golf maintenance department and all associated personnel.

Recruits, supervises and retains the maintenance crew. Conducts employee performance evaluations and holds regularly scheduled safety meetings.

Cultivates and maintains the golf courses to excellent playing condition according to the standards of Toledo City Golf and OGM.

Schedules maintenance practices around play and outings to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to patrons. Coordinates daily with the General Manager and Golf Shop Staff.

Provides detailed annual plans for cultural practices and designated landscaping areas. Includes rotational design to provide the facility with a fresh, eye-catching, interesting and pleasant atmosphere.

Manages water usage tracking and irrigation systems and provides regular reporting on retaining ponds, wells and other water source usage.

Provides technical, operational and safety training for employees to ensure staff work within OSHA, club safety, state and federal guidelines for safe working conditions.

Oversees the team in proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and course equipment.

Plans and budgets for prioritized future capital replacement.

Supervises and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the City’s grounds in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Develops the annual operating budget and plans for maintenance and capital improvement projects. Supervises and controls the same throughout the year.

Directs and assists the staff on the planting of new vegetation, the replacement, spraying, pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs, and the preparation of plant beds for aesthetically pleasing arrangements.

$85,000+ (depending on experience)

Date Available:

September 12, 2026 — Position is newly open and available immediately; start date flexible for the right candidate

Job Type:

Full-Time, Year-Round

Educational Requirements:

2-4 year Turf Management / Horticulture degree preferred

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 3 years related work, management and supervision experience

Special Requirements:

The ability to obtain an Ohio pesticide license.

• Health Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Association Dues
• Company Phone
• Company Vehicle
• Moving Stipend

OGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of OGM to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.