Wild Rock Golf Course Superintendent

Wilderness-Hotel-and-Resort-In; Wisconsin Dells (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Amenity access

Job summary

Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to lead the maintenance of the Woods course, supervise a team, manage irrigation, and coordinate capital improvements. The role requires coordinating safety, training staff, and ensuring alignment with high standards.

A hands-on leader with strong organization will thrive here. The ideal candidate will have a turf management background, 3–5 years of supervisory experience, and the ability to work independently in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in turf grass management or related field is required, or 5 years of supervisory experience in a golf course setting.
• Experience supervising a team in a club or resort environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, organization, and hands-on management style.

Responsibilities

• Maintain golf course in optimal playing condition per Wild Rock standards.
• Develop and execute chemical and fertilizer application programs.
• Instruct and train staff on equipment operation and safety.
• Oversee irrigation system function and course maintenance budgets.
• Coordinate capital improvements and off-season projects.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Team development

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Supervisory experience

Spanish (basic)

Education

Bachelor's degree in turf grass management

Tools

Office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases)

Job description

Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin is America's Largest Waterpark Resort! The Wilderness provides a fun, safe, and memorable experience to not only our guests but our employees as well! We are a family-owned resort that takes pride in ensuring guest satisfaction as well as treating our employees like family. We strive for excellence within our resort and hope to create a long-lasting positive influence on the employees that join on our team.

Join the Wilderness Family for a rewarding employment experience! #WeAreFamily

The Wilderness Resort is seeking hardworking, dependable, enthusiastic, customer service driven individuals to join our fast-paced team! Employees have access to great benefits, amenity usage, and so much more!

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all facets of golf course and landscape maintenance, including the Woods short course and clubhouse grounds, ensuring optimal playing conditions in line with Wild Rock standards. Responsibilities included staff training, equipment and irrigation management, turf health monitoring, and the development of fertilizer and chemical application plans. Collaborated with upper management on long-term planning, capital improvement recommendations, and contributed to off-season operations such as snow removal at the Wilderness Resort.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Maintain the golf course in optimal playing condition according to Wild Rock standards.
• Establish clear expectations for safety, productivity, quality, and professionalism.
• Monitor labor, chemical, fertilizer, water, fuel, and equipment expenses.
• Maintain accurate records related to agronomic practices, applications, irrigation, equipment, labor, and inventory.
• Reconciles and provides timely coding of all invoices, payroll and other required documents.
• Communicate effectively with upper management to implement a well-developed maintenance plan.
• Prioritize and manage the efficient utilization of all available resources.
• Evaluate and adjust maintenance procedures as necessary.
• Instruct and train staff on the proper operation and care of all equipment.
• Develop and execute chemical and fertilizer application programs.
• Monitor and coordinate equipment maintenance and repair.
• Create and manage crew schedules to ensure effective course coverage.
• Oversee irrigation system function and ensure proper watering practices.
• Scout for turf grass pests, weeds, and diseases and take corrective action.
• Demonstrate a hands-on approach and assist with daily maintenance tasks as needed.
• Establish short- and long-term plans for golf course improvement and development.
• Make recommendations for capital improvements and major equipment purchases.
• Oversee and coordinate off-season course projects including tree trimming and removal, clearing overgrowth, and other course improvement initiatives
• Daily inspection of all mowing equipment on a daily basis to ensure proper operation , with attention to cutting quality, reel adjustment, and sharpness
• Perform snow removal and support winter operations at the Wilderness Resort during the off-season.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage one subordinate supervisor who supervises a total of 5-15 employees in the Golf Course. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Also directly supervises 5-15 non-supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University, two-year turf grass management program, or 5 years previous work as an assistant to an experienced golf course superintendent with supervisory experience in a club or golf course setting.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of guests, managers, executives and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Wisconsin Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment.
• State pesticides application license.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage staff effectively.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of golf course maintenance experience, with prior supervisory or management experience strongly preferred.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Hands-on management style with a proactive approach.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Experienced in staff training and team development.
• Able to efficiently handle multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks.
• Proficient in operating standard office equipment (computer, voicemail, copier, fax, calculator).
• Skilled in using various software applications, including word-processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Knowledgeable of company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Familiar with resort amenities, room layouts, and general golf industry practices.
• Demonstrates excellent attendance, punctuality, and professional demeanor.
• Maintains proper grooming, wears the appropriate uniform, and adheres to dress code standards.
• Works efficiently while following all resort and office policies and standard operating procedures.
• Consistently conducts oneself with professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Ability to speak and understand some functional Spanish is a plus.
• Strong technical knowledge of turf grass maintenance equipment and functionality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Activities:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

Lifting Activities:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Vision Requirements:

Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to:

• Regularly work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally wet and humid conditions, work in high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold and heat, and a risk of vibrations.

*Wilderness Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer*