Golf Course Superintendent

Kemper Lakes Golf Course is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to oversee the maintenance and construction of the 18 or 27 hole golf course, ensuring turf grass is repaired and maintained to established standards. The position involves managing department members, procuring supplies, and maintaining equipment.

Requirements

• Prepare and maintain the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans
• Plan, organize, and direct the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers
• Supervise the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants
• Ensure that maintenance equipment is properly maintained
• Procure supplies and materials within budgetary limitations
• Keep records of annual maintenance activities and costs. Prepare reports
• Implement sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible
• Reconcile and provide timely coding of all invoices, payroll, and other required documents
• Coordinate snow removal (depending upon facility location)
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations
• Ensure that employees obtain proper training and/or licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations
• Address directly all real or perceived environmental concerns
• Ensure proper mixing, calibration, and application of all chemical/fertilizers used on the course
• Manage department members
• Assure that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develop ongoing training programs
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Incorporate safe work practices in job performance