Superintendent

**GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT

Spring Lake Golf Club is a privately owned, 27-hole public golf facility located in Middle Island on Long Island, New York. Established in 1967, Spring Lake features an 18-hole golf course and the Sandpiper 9-hole course. Both courses feature large undulating greens and fairways lined with century-old oaks creating a picturesque test of golf. The facility also includes a full practice range.

Spring Lake Golf course is committed to providing consistently high-quality playing conditions with amenities that serve a busy public golf operation. The Superintendent will lead all aspects of golf course maintenance and work closely with the Director of Golf, General Manager, and golf operations staff. RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee daily and long-range maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, rough, bunkers, practice facilities, landscaped areas, and other Club grounds.Develop and execute agronomic programs, including mowing, fertility, pesticide applications, aerification, topdressing, irrigation, and pest/disease management.Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and develop the golf course maintenance staff with an emphasis on teamwork, efficiency, safety, and accountability.Manage the irrigation system to promote turf health, water efficiency, and reliable operation.Develop and manage operating budgets, labor, equipment, materials, and inventories with an emphasis on fiscal responsibility.Plan and oversee golf course renovation, construction, restoration, and capital improvement projects. *New Irrigation system installation beginning Fall of 2026.Maintain required records and ensure compliance with federal, New York State, and local regulations involving pesticides, fertilizers, water usage, safety, and environmental standards.Communicate effectively with management and golf operations regarding course conditions, maintenance activities, projects, and long-term objectives. QUALIFICATIONS Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field preferred.Previous superintendent, assistant superintendent, or comparable golf course management experience.Strong knowledge of turfgrass management, irrigation, fertility, chemical applications, and course conditioning.Experience with golf course renovation projects, particularly teeing surface reconstruction and bunker face renovation, is highly desirable.Proven experience operating and managing automated irrigation systems and pump stations.Valid Driver’s license and a clean driving record.Demonstrated leadership, organizational, budgeting, communication, and problem-solving skills.New York State Pesticide Applicator License.Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as operational needs require.Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: This position is a full-time, salaried, exempt position.Competitive salary [$115,000-$145,000] commensurate with experience.Employer-sponsored health insurance available, subject to plan eligibility and termsPaid vacation, sick leave, and other paid time off in accordance with company policy and applicable law.Golfing privileges.Professional association dues and continuing education opportunities.Discretionary performance-based annual bonus. SEND RESUME TO: TYLER@SPRINGLAKEGOLFCLUB.COM**