Golf Course Superintendent

Yahnundasis Golf Club, a premier private club in Central New York, is seeking an experienced and motivated Golf Course Superintendent to lead its golf course maintenance and agronomic operations. This individual will oversee all aspects of turf management, infrastructure planning, and team leadership for the club’s championship golf course and surrounding property.

The Superintendent will play a critical leadership role in sustaining and elevating course conditioning, modernizing agronomic practices, and fostering a strong, accountable workplace culture aligned with the club’s long-standing traditions and future vision.

 

About Yahnundasis Golf Club

Founded in 1897, Yahnundasis Golf Club is one of New York State’s most historic and respected private clubs. Known for its classic architecture, strong golf culture, and loyal membership, the club blends tradition with a forward-looking commitment to course excellence and operational stewardship.

With an engaged Board and Green Committee, Yahnundasis continues to invest thoughtfully in its people, infrastructure, and long-term agronomic strategy to ensure the course remains a premier golf experience in the region.

Most recently, the club hosted the New York State Men’s Amateur Championship, with a continued focus to host NY State events. 

Club Overview & Highlights:

• Budget - $810,000
• Staff size - 12-15
• Equipment Fleet: Mixed ownership model
• Irrigation source and system
• Governance: Active Green Committee with monthly meetings
• Reporting Structure: Board Liaison / Greens Chair
• Consulting architect: Jaeger Kovich

 

Initial Priorities of the Position

• Establish and maintain clear conditioning and playability standards aligned with member expectations
• Evaluate turf health, irrigation performance, drainage, and seasonal stress factors
• Continue to elevate existing course conditioning programs, agronomics, staff, and member experiences. 
• Advance a sustainable agronomic and infrastructure roadmap for the next 3–5 years including fairway conditioning, bunker improvements and drainage.

 

Success Traits of the Ideal Candidate

• Proven hands-on leader with a track record of agronomic excellence and team development
• Strategic thinker who balances daily execution with long-term planning
• Strong communicator who builds trust with members, committees, and staff
• High golf IQ with respect for classic architecture and playability
• Calm, adaptable, and detail-oriented in variable weather and budget conditions
• Committed mentor who develops assistants and future industry leaders
• Strong organizational discipline and time management
• Comfortable leveraging technology, data, and modern maintenance practices
• Respects tradition while implementing pragmatic improvements

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field
• 6–8+ years of progressive leadership experience at a comparable facility
• Experience managing irrigation systems, water quality, and environmental stewardship
• Strong understanding of cool-season turf management in Northeast climates

 

Key Knowledge, Skills & Responsibilities

• Lead all grounds operations and personnel (assistants, technicians, seasonal staff, etc.)
• Plan and supervise maintenance, purchasing, and course improvement projects
• Oversee golf course, practice facilities, landscapes, and water features
• Maintain conditioning standards as established with the Green Committee
• Collaborate cross-departmentally with club leadership and committees
• Recruit, train, evaluate, and motivate staff; enforce safety and club policies
• Supervise chemical applications, contractors, and seasonal operations
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets
• Stay current with industry best practices, regulations, and innovations
• Uphold professionalism, confidentiality, and positive club representation
• Educate and engage members on agronomic practices and decisions
• Seek expert input from architects, agronomists, arborists, and consultants as needed
• Represent Yahnundasis Golf Club within the community and golf industry

 

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $105,000-$115,000
• Performance Incentive: Based on agreed conditioning and operational benchmarks
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off with seasonal flexibility
• Professional development support (GCSAA dues, conferences, education)
• Uniforms, meals, and golf privileges

 

Application Process

Qualified candidates should apply on Bloom Golf Partners website with a cover letter and résumé addressed to:

Yahnundasis Golf Club Search Committee
c/o Tyler Bloom, Search Consultant
Bloom Golf Partners

The application deadline is January 26, 2026.

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