Golf Course Superintendent – Waverly

Old Waverly Club is seeking an experienced Golf Course Superintendent to join its high‑performing agronomy team. This position will oversee the day‑to‑day maintenance and agronomic operations of one of the Club’s two 18‑hole golf courses, Old Waverly or Mossy Oak.This is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for maintaining exceptional playing conditions while effectively managing people, resources, equipment, and agronomic programs.

The ideal candidate will bring strong turfgrass knowledge, excellent communication and people skills, sound problem‑solving ability, and a genuine understanding of golf and playability.The Golf Course Superintendent will report directly to the Director of Agronomy, Brad Suggs and work closely with the Club’s leadership team to deliver the level of playing conditions expected at one of the South’s premier private golf destinations.ABOUT OLD WAVERLYSince opening in 1988, Old Waverly Club has earned national recognition as one of the South’s premier private golf destinations.

Located in West Point, Mississippi, the Club was created to honor the region’s natural beauty and heritage. The Club offers an exceptional experience defined by world‑class golf, gracious service, and a welcoming community atmosphere.Home to the acclaimed Old Waverly and Mossy Oak golf courses, the property has hosted some of the game’s most prestigious championships, including the U.S. Women’s Open and the U.S.

Women’s Amateur.Beyond golf, members and guests enjoy luxury accommodations, exceptional dining, outdoor recreation, wellness amenities, and gathering spaces designed for meaningful connection and lasting memories.CLUB HIGHLIGHTS36‑hole private golf property featuring Old Waverly and Mossy OakApproximately 25,000 annual rounds across both coursesOld Waverly: approximately 15,000 annual roundsMossy Oak: approximately 10,000 annual roundsTypical work schedule: 40‑50 hours per week during the golf season and 35‑40 hours per week during the off‑seasonTurf TypesChampion and Tif Eagle Bermuda grass greens419 Bermuda grass tees, fairways, and roughToro equipment fleet, which is leasedRecent ProjectsMossy Oak bunker and green renovation completed in 2025Cart paths added to nine holes at Mossy OakRecent practice tee renovation completed at Old WaverlySUCCESS TRAITS OF THE INDIVIDUALThe successful candidate will be:A strong communicator who can effectively work with staff, leadership, and other Club departmentsA natural leader with strong people skills and the ability to build an effective maintenance teamAn experienced problem solver who can make sound decisions in a fast‑paced environmentKnowledgeable in modern agronomic and turfgrass management practicesFocused on golf course playability and understands the game of golf from the player’s perspectiveOrganized and capable of balancing day‑to‑day maintenance with longer‑term projects and goalsCommitted to maintaining high standards while effectively managing labor, equipment, materials, and other resourcesINITIAL PRIORITIES OF POSITIONEstablish a strong working relationship with Brad Suggs and the Club’s agronomy and leadership teamsBuild relationships with the golf course maintenance staff and establish clear expectations for performance and accountabilityMaintain consistently high playing conditions across the golf courseEvaluate and refine agronomic programs based on course conditions, weather, traffic, and playabilityEffectively manage staffing, scheduling, equipment, materials, and daily maintenance operationsContinue to build on the recent renovations and improvements at Old Waverly and Mossy OakKEY RESPONSIBILITIES , KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND APTITUDEDirect the daily maintenance and agronomic operations of the assigned golf…