Golf Course Superintendent

Job Title: Golf Course Superintendent
Department: Golf Course Maintenance
Reports To: Director of Operations or Club President (as applicable)
FLSA Status: Exempt (salaried)
Employment Type: Full-time, year-round
Location: La Canada Flintridge Country Club, La Canada Flintridge, CA
Job Summary
The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the overall management, maintenance, and agronomic performance of the golf course, practice facilities, and surrounding grounds. This leadership role ensures exceptional playing conditions, turf health, environmental stewardship, and cost-effective operations while leading a team of maintenance professionals. The Superintendent serves as the primary expert on turfgrass management, irrigation, equipment, and regulatory compliance, delivering a premier golf experience for members, guests, and players.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plan, organize, and direct all daily, weekly, and seasonal turf maintenance activities, including mowing, irrigation, fertilization, pest/weed/disease control, aeration, topdressing, bunker maintenance, tee/green/fairway/rough care, and tree/shrub/landscape management.
Develop and implement comprehensive agronomic programs to maintain optimal turf health, playing quality, and aesthetic appeal while minimizing resource use (water, chemicals, labor).
Manage the golf course irrigation system, including scheduling, repairs, upgrades, and water conservation practices. Knowledge of using reclaimed water is a plus.
Oversee equipment maintenance, repair, and replacement schedules for mowers, tractors, sprayers, utility vehicles, and other grounds equipment.
Control costs for labor, materials, chemicals, fertilizers, equipment, and capital projects while meeting performance goals.
Recruit, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate a team of 14 full-time staff while promoting safety, professionalism, and teamwork.
Monitor and scout for pests, diseases, and weeds; make recommendations and apply pesticides/fertilizers in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (including proper record-keeping and licensing).
Coordinate with the golf shop, tournament staff, and other departments to prepare the course for daily play, events, tournaments, outings, and member play expectations.
Communicate effectively with club leadership, members, guests, and regulatory agencies regarding course conditions, projects, and environmental initiatives.
Stay current on industry best practices, new technologies, turf research, and sustainable maintenance techniques; pursue continuing education through GCSAA and other organizations.
Plan and oversee capital improvement projects such as renovations, drainage improvements, tree work, bunker restorations, and course enhancements.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, safety standards, and IPM (Integrated Pest Management) protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.