Course Superintendent

Club Information

Cascade Hills Country Club is seeking a course superintendent to be involved in all aspects of the grounds maintenance department.  The superintendent will report directly to the director of agronomy.

The club was founded in 1921, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and designed by Jack Duray and Willie Park.

The golf course offers 27 holes maintained to top industry standards.  The 27 holes are comprised of an 18-hole golf course, par 71, and a 9-hole par 3 golf course.

A new Toro irrigation system was installed in 2025.

The superintendent is expected to operate in a team-oriented environment.  This position is directly responsible for the success of the daily operation of the golf course.

Key Responsibilities

- Maintain regular communication with the director of agronomy, equipment technician and assistant superintendents.

- Directly responsible for leading the daily operation of the department. This includes staff assignments, identifying priorities, and anticipating needs.

- Monitor staff performance and provide guidance to ensure tasks are completed in accordance with golf course standards.

- Possess strong leadership skills, initiative, and self-awareness.

- Responsible for hiring, scheduling, coaching, and the accountability of the staff.

- Coordinate and perform fertilizer and plant protectant applications in accordance with all laws and regulations from the state of Michigan. Identify and address turf health issues.

- Expected to have responsible water management practices of all playing surfaces to achieve desired playing conditions.

- Knowledge of repair, start-up, blow-out, and adjustment to Toro irrigation system and MCI Flotronex pump station.

- Coordinate, successfully lead, and execute various golf course projects including drainage, tee leveling, bunker maintenance, sod installation, etc.

- Aptitude for administrative responsibilities including oral and written skills.

- Effectively inventory, order, and obtain quotes for supplies and golf course materials.

- Expected to be engaged, organized, and detailed regarding the golf course and maintenance facility.

- Responsible for snow removal on property and scheduling.

- 2 or 4 year certificate/degree in Turfgrass Management

- At least 2-3 years of assistant superintendent experience

- Have the ability to obtain a Michigan pesticide certification

- Must possess or be able to obtain a Michigan driver’s license

- Must possess a positive attitude

- Knowledge of the game of golf