Head Superintendent

The Rail Golf Course, located in Springfield, Illinois is seeking a qualified Golf Course Superintendent to oversee the maintenance and agronomy operations of our 18-hole facility.  The Superintendent reports directly to the General Manager and is responsible for all aspects of a successful golf course grounds operation.

- Prepare and maintain the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans.

- Reconcile and provide timely coding of all invoices, payroll, and other required documents.

- Plan, organize, and direct the maintenance of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers and irrigation system.

- Ensure that maintenance equipment is properly maintained.

- Procure supplies and materials within budgetary limitations.

- Keep records of annual maintenance activities and costs; prepare reports.

- Implement sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors when possible.

- Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.

- Ensure proper training and/or licenses are obtained to perform job tasks safely and within regulations; directly address environmental concerns.

- Stay current on agronomic information and oversee chemical and fertilizer mixing, calibration, and application.

- Provide leadership and foster teamwork, communication, ethical behavior, cleanliness, and a positive attitude.

- Develop, train, coach, discipline, and mentor staff.

- Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.

- Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, and two to five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Degree preference in agronomy, horticulture, or plant/soil science.

- Valid driver's license required.

- Pesticide license preferred.