Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Part-time

The University of Mississippi - fondly referred to as Ole Miss - stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member - student, faculty, and staff - can achieve their fullest potential. Join the Ole Miss Family - Build Your Legacy Here! Department: Ole Miss Golf Course Job Summary: Supervises the maintenance of the golf course, grounds, and equipment. Assists in managing, coordinating, and planning grounds maintenance work by preparing regular schedules for irrigation, mowing, fertilization, pesticide application, and other agronomic practices. Assists in reviewing and evaluating current procedures and makes recommendations to increase efficiency, productivity, and reduce operating costs. Identifies turfgrass disease, weed types, and insect types and determines the appropriate chemical application strategy for resolving the issue. Responsible for weekly/monthly reports and chemical logs. Job Responsibilities: Completes tasks such as mowing, fertilization, and other maintenance related task to ensure the maintenance goals of the course are satisfied. Evaluates turf and landscaping conditions and determines appropriate methods of resolving issues. Assists in reviewing and evaluating current procedures and makes recommendations to increase efficiency, productivity, and reduce operating costs. Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis. Education Qualifications: High School (Required) Experience: Relevant experience | 3 Years | Required Compensation: $18.64 - $27.96 Interview Requirement: Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. EEO Statement: The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Background Check Statement: The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.