About the Role
Raritan Landing Golf Course – Golf Course Superintendent
Raritan Landing Golf Course, in Piscataway, NJ is owned by the Middlesex County Parks Department and managed by Indigo Sports, a subsidiary of Troon Golf. This 3,300-yard, par-58, 18-hole golf course, designed by Stephen Kay, opened on October 1, 1999, and offers players a premium on shot making and accuracy. With small greens and narrow fairways, Raritan Landing can provide a true test for all golfers despite its short length.
Job Details
Description
Raritan Landing Golf Course, in Piscataway, NJ is owned by the Middlesex County Parks Department and managed by Indigo Sports, a subsidiary of Troon Golf. This 3,300-yard, par-58, 18-hole golf course, designed by Stephen Kay, opened on October 1, 1999, and offers players a premium on shot making and accuracy. With small greens and narrow fairways, Raritan Landing can provide a true test for all golfers despite its short length.
Course Information
18-hole executive course
20-25k rounds annually
Greens (Bent/poa – 2.5 Acres), Tees, Fairways and Apps (Rye/ poa/ bent – 8 acres)
Education And Experience Requirements
5+ Years of golf course management experience required with progressing responsibility
Associate’s degree or Certificate in Agronomy
GCSAA membership in good standing
Knowledge of local and federal Regulatory Compliance associated with golf course management
Knowledge of maintaining budgets and effectively managing the crew
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Highly organized, motivated and efficient with a strong attention to detail
Communication and interpersonal skills are critical
Must obtain a New Jersey Commercial Pesticide License within 60 days of hire.
Previous supervisory experience is required but qualified assistant superintendents will be strongly considered
Must be well versed in irrigation troubleshooting; experience with older decoder systems is preferred.
Other Considerations
New pump station
Newer equipment fleet with new pieces added annually
Agronomy operating Budget around $475k
Seeking a motivated candidate to grow with Troon, make their mark at Raritan Landing and move on to full size 18-hole property within 3-5 years. We are actively working to elevate the Middlesex County public course portfolio with strong capital influx from the county. The next superintendent at Raritan Landing will play an integral part of this movement as early planning has begun for renovations to Raritan Landing including a new irrigation system.
Compensation And Benefits
Competitive base salary of $85,000 – $90,000 annually BOE.
Annual Bonus up to 15% of salary
Total package potential over $100k
Full Benefits Package (see Benefits & Other Compensation section for more details)
Cell Phone allowance
GCSAA National and Local Dues Paid
Benefits & Other Compensation
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:
Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria
Additional Compensation – Eligibility for Bonuses, Commissions, Service Charge, Employee Meals
Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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