Golf Club Superintendent

Golf Club Superintendent

Ready to take the lead at one of the North Shore’s premier public golf destinations? The Glencoe Golf Club is seeking a passionate, hands-on Golf Club Superintendent to join our team! With a brand-new clubhouse, exciting course improvements on the horizon, and a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a historic golf course. Enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while shaping the future of Glencoe Golf Club. Apply today!

Golf Club Superintendent FLSA Status: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime) Salary Grade 7: $117,269–$164,177 Benefits: Full-Time Non-Union

About the Role

The Golf Course Superintendent oversees daily maintenance, agronomic management, and long-term improvements of Glencoe Golf Club's 18-hole championship course and surrounding grounds. Working closely with the General Manager, this position leads the grounds maintenance team, manages departmental resources and capital projects, and ensures exceptional course conditions. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise, financial responsibility, and hands-on leadership with a commitment to environmental sustainability and an outstanding golfer experience.

Responsibilities at a Glance

- Oversee daily course conditioning, turfgrass health, irrigation, pest management, and maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and surrounding landscapes.

- Recruit, train, supervise, and develop full-time and seasonal maintenance staff while promoting a safe, productive work environment.

- Develop and manage departmental budgets, monitor expenses, and oversee equipment, materials, and contractor resources.

- Plan and execute course enhancements, including irrigation upgrades, bunker restorations, cart paths, and other infrastructure projects.

- Maintain the Club's Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary standards through sustainable turf management, water conservation, and wildlife habitat preservation.

- Oversee equipment maintenance, facility operations, regulatory compliance, and safe pesticide handling and application.

- Partner with Club leadership, employees, and vendors to coordinate projects, communicate course conditions, and support daily operations.

What We're Looking For

- Associate's degree in agronomy, turfgrass management, horticulture, or a related field preferred, with two to five years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Qualified Senior Assistant Superintendents with at least five years of golf course maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

- Experience supervising maintenance teams, managing budgets, and overseeing golf course operations.

- Strong knowledge of turfgrass management, irrigation systems, equipment maintenance, and agronomic practices.

- Illinois Pesticide Applicator certification or the ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.

- Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- A proactive, hands-on approach with a commitment to continuous improvement, professional development, and environmental sustainability.

About Glencoe Golf Club

Established in 1921, Glencoe Golf Club is a premier public golf destination situated on 126 scenic acres along Chicago's North Shore. The historic par-72, 18-hole championship course features mature tree-lined fairways, native prairie landscapes, and a commitment to exceptional playing conditions.

Recent improvements include an upgraded driving range, new short game area, and a brand-new Prairie-style clubhouse featuring The Westley Bistro & Bar and indoor golf simulators. As a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary and Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, the Club proudly combines outstanding golf experiences with environmental conservation.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Apply here !

The Village of Glencoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons requiring reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act are asked to contact the Administration and Finance Department at (847) 835-4111.