Golf Course Assistant Supervisor

Parks and Recreation is looking for an energetic and driven individual to lead our staff as the Assistant Golf Course Supervisor.  The employee will work with the Golf Course Supervisor in planning and executing the maintenance activities of one or more of the golf courses.  This position will also be responsible for training, and supervising staff under their direction. Additional responsibilities will be monitoring the condition of assigned course/courses looking damage from pests, irrigation needs, and future projects that will need to be scheduled. This position will actively participate in safety training of staff.

Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, every other weekend
May - September 6:00 am – 2:30pm
October – April 6:30am – 3:00pm

The ideal candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Considerable knowledge of the characteristics and recommended methods of planting and care of golf course grasses.

Considerable knowledge of the maintenance operations involved in mowing and watering of greens and fairways.

Working knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions applicable to golf course operations.

Basic skills to make minor repairs and adjustments to mowers and equipment and ability to calibrate spray equipment.

Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others.

Ability to follow written and oral instructions and to interpret sketches and layouts.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.Graduation from high school or GED and four years of relevant experience, or

Associates degree in turf management and two years of relevant experience.

Must have experience leading the work of others.

Must have a valid drivers license and pesticide license.

A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Inspects golf courses for stresses and determines appropriate corrective action.

Trains staff in proper methods and techniques of golf course maintenance and safety.

Assists in developing the golf maintenance budget.

Performs the full range of supervisory duties for the golf maintenance crew.

Obtains price quotes on equipment, supplies and services.

Acts as crew leader for various special projects.