Golf Course Superintendent

Arrowhead Golf Club, Akron, NY

This full-time management position is responsible for the golf course and entire property maintenance. The responsibilities include: turf grass/plant material maintenance programs, property/equipment management, personnel management, budget/forecasting, guest relations, scheduling/maintenance of irrigation systems, pesticide applications.

The majority of our grounds crew has been with us long term and we have a reliable Assistant Superintendent (and would be open to bringing on another Assistant). Our golf course conditions have improved significantly over the past few years and our reputation has increased year over year. Ownership has continually increased the grounds & equipment budget and is committed to improving conditions even more. We have a state-of-the-art new MCI pump house station as of 2021. We use an outside vendor annually for a complete aeration of our fairways/greens/tees.

We are seeking a top-notch Superintendent who can lead our course into the Top 5 rated public courses in WNY.

The Arrowhead Golf Club Superintendent works to create an environment where staff is involved and enthusiastic, with open communications and respect for themselves, guests and the property.

Basic Functions:

• Responsible for all phases of operations, cost control, and personnel
• Implement capital improvement for facility grounds in partnership with the owners and management team
• Works closely with the Owners, General Manager and all managers and staff in a fiscally responsible and professional manner

Primary Duties:

• Oversees the care and maintenance of the turf, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees and wetlands on the facility grounds.
• Directs and assists the staff on the planting of new vegetation, the replacement, spraying, pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs, the preparation of soil plant beds for aesthetically pleasing arrangements and tending to high stress areas.
• Provides detailed annual plans for the various property levels and the designated landscaping areas. Includes rotational design to provide facility with fresh, eye-catching, interesting and pleasant atmosphere.
• Manages an aggressive water usage tracking plan and irrigation systems and provides monthly reporting on retaining ponds, and other water source usage.
• Recruits, supervises and retains grounds staff. Conducts employee performance evaluations and exercises disciplinary action.
• Provides technical, operational and safety training for employees to ensure that staff is working within OSHA, club safety, state and federal guidelines for safe working conditions.
• Oversees subordinates in proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and power equipment. Plans and budgets for additional or replacement capital equipment.
• Supervises and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the Club's grounds in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Supervises and controls all Grounds Crew expenses associated with Golf Course Operations, including payroll, supplies, chemicals and fertilizers.
• Schedules maintenance practices around member play and outings to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to members.
• Coordinates snow removal and winter maintenance activities when necessary