Town of Frederick
Golf Course Superintendent
Town of Frederick, Frederick, Maryland, United States, 21701
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
EXEMPT:
No
DEPARTMENT:
Parks and Open Space
REPORTS TO:
Golf Course General Manager
CLASSIFICATION:
Full-Time
SALARY RANGE:
$77,054-$115,518/Annually
HIRING RANGE:
$77,054- $96,318/ Annually DOQ
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES:
The mission of every employee at the Town of Frederick is to “Foster an Exceptional and Inclusive Community that is Built on What Matters”. Each employee is measured by the ability to adhere to the Town’s core values of Family, Respect, Empowerment, and Dedication.
This position supports the goals of the Parks and Open Space Department, which manages an attractive and vast array of outdoor recreational resources including Bella Rosa Golf Course, parks, open spaces, trails and Milavec Reservoir.
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Golf Course General Manager, the Golf Course Superintendent performs a variety of supervisory, administrative, technical and maintenance work in the operational planning and maintenance of the Town’s Bella Rosa Golf Course and surrounding grounds, open spaces and facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.
Supervises the overall maintenance of the Bella Rosa Golf Course and surrounding facilities and grounds.
Manages and implements the golf course agronomic program.
Establish, implement & manage standard operating procedures for golf course maintenance.
Assist the General Manager and Department Director with the annual operations and capital budget requests.
Establish and maintain daily communication with the clubhouse staff in regards to maintenance activity.
Strive to ensure all first/last impression opportunities with guests are positive.
Participate in regular golf course tours with the General Manager.
Assists in the preparation and manages assigned implementation portions of the Department’s annual work plans and capital improvement plans and projects.
Supervises assigned personnel including: recruitment, retention and evaluations in coordination with the General Manager.
Monitors turfgrass and landscape irrigation requirements and schedules required operations.
Supervises in-house construction, special projects and landscape improvements made to assigned areas.
Maintains records of the equipment, materials, personnel and time required to complete duties.
Orders materials and supplies for projects. Maintains inventory.
Supervises pesticide and fertilizer applications in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Responsible for golf equipment inventory and operations in coordination with the Parks and Golf Equipment Technician.
Develops, promotes adherence to, and effectively models appropriate safety rules, regulations and practices.
Promotes teamwork and encourages an atmosphere that will stimulate an exchange of ideas, information and job experience within the department.
Participates in snow control on Town trails, sidewalks and other areas.
Participates in Town supervisor meetings, trainings and initiatives as assigned.
Assists the Parks Manager and Open Space & Trails Manager on inter-division projects and the maintenance of the Town’s non-potable water system.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Working knowledge of all equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and/or repair activities.
Working knowledge of all Parks and Open Space departmental policies and procedures.
Must be able to interact positively and maintain effective working relationships with all customers, including contractors, vendors, other agencies, and the general public.
Working knowledge of common hazards and safety precautions necessary for public works operations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Associate’s Degree in Turfgrass Management or similar field. Field experience may substitute for Education on a year-by-year basis.
Minimum of four years of experience in golf course maintenance management.
Two years of experience as a supervisor or crew leader in similar field.
Possess a Qualified Supervisor Pesticide License in the State of Colorado in the Turf and Aquatic categories within one year from date of hire.
Possess Certified Golf Course Irrigation Auditor standing with the Irrigation Association within two years of date of hire.
Possess a Class A Membership with the Golf Course Superintendent’s Association within one year from date of hire.
First Aid and CPR certified within one year from date of hire.
Preferred, but not required: Golf Course Superintendent’s Association of America designation of Certified Golf Course Superintendent.
PHYSICAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands listed herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. This list may not be all-inclusive.
This position includes sitting, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting, climbing, and balancing on a frequent to constant basis. Due to the physical nature of this position, sufficient physical stamina, mobility, and dexterity are required, as is the ability to hear and see to safely perform assigned tasks.
Must be able to frequently lift and or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds.
Must be able to read Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) before handling toxic or caustic chemicals or any other material requiring an MSDS.
Employees are frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, as work is most frequently performed outdoors. Employees may be exposed to inclement weather conditions, including moisture, humidity, and/or extreme temperatures, ranging from over 100 degrees to below zero degrees Fahrenheit.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vehicular traffic. The noise level of this position is typically moderate, but at times may be severe.
The Town of Frederick is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.
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401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
EXEMPT:
No
DEPARTMENT:
Parks and Open Space
REPORTS TO:
Golf Course General Manager
CLASSIFICATION:
Full-Time
SALARY RANGE:
$77,054-$115,518/Annually
HIRING RANGE:
$77,054- $96,318/ Annually DOQ
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES:
The mission of every employee at the Town of Frederick is to “Foster an Exceptional and Inclusive Community that is Built on What Matters”. Each employee is measured by the ability to adhere to the Town’s core values of Family, Respect, Empowerment, and Dedication.
This position supports the goals of the Parks and Open Space Department, which manages an attractive and vast array of outdoor recreational resources including Bella Rosa Golf Course, parks, open spaces, trails and Milavec Reservoir.
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Golf Course General Manager, the Golf Course Superintendent performs a variety of supervisory, administrative, technical and maintenance work in the operational planning and maintenance of the Town’s Bella Rosa Golf Course and surrounding grounds, open spaces and facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.
Supervises the overall maintenance of the Bella Rosa Golf Course and surrounding facilities and grounds.
Manages and implements the golf course agronomic program.
Establish, implement & manage standard operating procedures for golf course maintenance.
Assist the General Manager and Department Director with the annual operations and capital budget requests.
Establish and maintain daily communication with the clubhouse staff in regards to maintenance activity.
Strive to ensure all first/last impression opportunities with guests are positive.
Participate in regular golf course tours with the General Manager.
Assists in the preparation and manages assigned implementation portions of the Department’s annual work plans and capital improvement plans and projects.
Supervises assigned personnel including: recruitment, retention and evaluations in coordination with the General Manager.
Monitors turfgrass and landscape irrigation requirements and schedules required operations.
Supervises in-house construction, special projects and landscape improvements made to assigned areas.
Maintains records of the equipment, materials, personnel and time required to complete duties.
Orders materials and supplies for projects. Maintains inventory.
Supervises pesticide and fertilizer applications in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Responsible for golf equipment inventory and operations in coordination with the Parks and Golf Equipment Technician.
Develops, promotes adherence to, and effectively models appropriate safety rules, regulations and practices.
Promotes teamwork and encourages an atmosphere that will stimulate an exchange of ideas, information and job experience within the department.
Participates in snow control on Town trails, sidewalks and other areas.
Participates in Town supervisor meetings, trainings and initiatives as assigned.
Assists the Parks Manager and Open Space & Trails Manager on inter-division projects and the maintenance of the Town’s non-potable water system.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Working knowledge of all equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and/or repair activities.
Working knowledge of all Parks and Open Space departmental policies and procedures.
Must be able to interact positively and maintain effective working relationships with all customers, including contractors, vendors, other agencies, and the general public.
Working knowledge of common hazards and safety precautions necessary for public works operations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Associate’s Degree in Turfgrass Management or similar field. Field experience may substitute for Education on a year-by-year basis.
Minimum of four years of experience in golf course maintenance management.
Two years of experience as a supervisor or crew leader in similar field.
Possess a Qualified Supervisor Pesticide License in the State of Colorado in the Turf and Aquatic categories within one year from date of hire.
Possess Certified Golf Course Irrigation Auditor standing with the Irrigation Association within two years of date of hire.
Possess a Class A Membership with the Golf Course Superintendent’s Association within one year from date of hire.
First Aid and CPR certified within one year from date of hire.
Preferred, but not required: Golf Course Superintendent’s Association of America designation of Certified Golf Course Superintendent.
PHYSICAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands listed herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. This list may not be all-inclusive.
This position includes sitting, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting, climbing, and balancing on a frequent to constant basis. Due to the physical nature of this position, sufficient physical stamina, mobility, and dexterity are required, as is the ability to hear and see to safely perform assigned tasks.
Must be able to frequently lift and or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds.
Must be able to read Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) before handling toxic or caustic chemicals or any other material requiring an MSDS.
Employees are frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, as work is most frequently performed outdoors. Employees may be exposed to inclement weather conditions, including moisture, humidity, and/or extreme temperatures, ranging from over 100 degrees to below zero degrees Fahrenheit.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vehicular traffic. The noise level of this position is typically moderate, but at times may be severe.
The Town of Frederick is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.
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