Golf Course Superintendent

Raritan Landing Golf Course – Golf Course Superintendent  

Raritan Landing Golf Course, in Piscataway, NJ is owned by the Middlesex County Parks Department and managed by Indigo Sports, a subsidiary of Troon Golf. This 3,300-yard, par-58, 18-hole golf course, designed by Stephen Kay, opened on October 1, 1999, and offers players a premium on shot making and accuracy. With small greens and narrow fairways, Raritan Landing can provide a true test for all golfers despite it's short length.

Course Information

• 18-hole executive course
• Under 30k rounds annually
• Greens (Bent/poa – 2.5 Acres), Tees, Fairways and Apps (Bent) – 8 acres

Education and Experience Requirements

• 5+ Years of golf course management experience required with progressing responsibility
• Associate’s degree or Certificate in Agronomy
• GCSAA membership in good standing
• Knowledge of local and federal Regulatory Compliance associated with golf course management
• Knowledge of maintaining budgets and effectively managing the crew
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized, motivated and efficient with a strong attention to detail
• Communication and interpersonal skills are critical
• Priority focus on daily setup, moisture management and playability
• Must obtain a New Jersey Commercial Pesticide License within 60 days of hire.
• Previous supervisory experience is required but qualified assistant superintendents will be strongly considered
• Strong focus on irrigation system management

Other Considerations

• Pump station upgrades scheduled to be completed in the coming months
• Newer equipment fleet with new pieces added annually
• Under 30 bunkers
• Agronomy operating Budget around $425k
• Seeking a motivated candidate to grow with Troon, make their mark at Raritan Landing and move on to a full-scale operation. We are actively working to elevate the Middlesex County public course portfolio with strong capital influx from the county.  The next superintendent at Raritan Landing will play an integral part of this movement

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary up to $80k DOE
• Bonus up to 15% of annual salary
• Total package potential over $90k.
• Full Benefits Package
• Cell Phone allowance
• GCSAA National and Local Dues Paid

For Consideration, Please Email Resume to Regional Director of Agronomy Kyle DeNuys CGCS – kdenuys@troon.com