Head Golf Course Superintendent

Landsmeer Golf Club, a premier public 18-hole championship course in Orange City, Iowa, seeks an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Head Golf Course Superintendent. Named "Lake of the Land" in Dutch, Landsmeer reflects Orange City's heritage.

Designed by Donald Sechrest and opened in 1995, this prairie-style layout spans ~160 acres of rolling hills with bentgrass greens, bluegrass fairways, tall native grasses, lakes and streams, plus a links-style back nine. Amenities include a driving range, chipping area, putting green, clubhouse, and paved recreational trail. Recognized as Iowa Golf Association 18-Hole Course of the Year (2008) and Golf Digest's #1 Municipal Course in Iowa (2009).

The Superintendent will manage all aspects of golf course and grounds maintenance to deliver excellent playing conditions, strong environmental stewardship, and a high-quality experience for passholders, daily-fee golfers, leagues, and tournament players. The position reports to the governing board and city administrator.

Key Responsibilities

Grounds, Equipment, & Agronomy

Maintain greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, native areas, and practice facilities to championship public-course standards.Plan and execute mowing, irrigation, fertilization, pest control, aeration, topdressing, overseeding, and drainage suited to bentgrass greens andbluegrass fairways in a cool-season Iowa environment; monitor conditions and adjust practices as needed.Oversee the full irrigation system (supply, pumps, controllers, piping, valves, heads), including repairs and efficient water management.Coordinate equipment maintenance, inventories, calibration, and safe operation; manage winter operations and seasonal care.Maintain accurate pesticide records and ensure full regulatory compliance; implement environmental best practices for water, chemicals, nativeprairie grasses, and water features.Staff Leadership

Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and develop the maintenance team.Assign daily tasks, monitor productivity and performance, and foster a safe, positive work culture with proper training documentation.Budgeting and Planning

Prepare and manage the annual maintenance operating budget; develop capital equipment and project budgets.Track expenses, forecast needs, control costs, and provide regular financial and operational updates.Communication & Collaboration

Provide regular updates to management/board on course conditions, projects, staffing, and budgets.Coordinate with clubhouse and operations staff on leagues, tournaments, events, and course setup; support communication of maintenanceschedules and impacts to passholders and the public.Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree (or certificate) in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a closely related field preferred.Minimum 3 years of experience as a Golf Course Superintendent (or equivalent progressive experience as a lead Assistant Superintendent) withdemonstrated success in budget development, fiscal management, strategic planning, and staff leadership.Strong knowledge of cool-season turfgrass management and public/municipal golf course operations.Valid Iowa Commercial/Noncommercial Pesticide Applicator Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, lift up to 50 lbs, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.Excellent oral and written communication skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office and golf/turf management software.Membership in GCSAA and Iowa GCSA preferred (or willingness to join); commitment to ongoing professional development.Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person