Moorestown Field Club Moorestown, NJ Golf Course Superintendent

Moorestown Field Club Moorestown, NJ Golf Course Superintendent ABOUT MOORESTOWN FIELD CLUB Moorestown, NJ | Founded in 1892, Moorestown Field Club is one of New Jersey’s most historic private clubs, blending over a century of tradition with a modern, family-focused membership experience. Located in the heart of Moorestown, the Club offers a welcoming community centered around its beautifully maintained 9-hole championship golf course featuring 18 teeing grounds, along with tennis, pickleball, year-round social events, and exceptional dining. Through continued investments in its facilities while honoring its rich heritage, Moorestown Field Club provides members and their families with an inviting atmosphere where recreation, camaraderie, and lasting traditions come together.

CLUB DETAILS Facility: Member Equity

Course Access: Private

Number of Holes: 10 (18 Tee Boxes)

Total Annual Rounds: 23,000

Number of Carts: 12

Members: Golf (463), Tennis/Pickleball (122), Social (56), Total (641)

Primary Golf Season: April-November (Course open year-round)

Practice Range: Yes

Short Game Area: Yes

POSITION OVERVIEW Reports to: General Manager

Supervises: Assistant Superintendent and Grounds Staff

Position Description: The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the overall maintenance, conditioning, and presentation of Moorestown Field Club’s golf course, practice facilities, courts, grounds, and facilities. Reporting to the General Manager, the Superintendent leads the grounds maintenance team and oversees agronomic programs, staff development, budgeting, environmental stewardship, and long-term course improvements.

The successful candidate will be a visible, detail oriented leader who balances sound agronomic practices with outstanding member service and a commitment to the long-term success of Moorestown Field Club.

GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE OPERATING FACTS Tee Turfgrass: Bent

Rough Turfgrass: Tall Fescue, Kentucky Bluegrass, Common Bermuda

Bunkers On Course: 34

Penalty Areas w/ Water Feature: 4

Number of Tee Boxes: 24

Golf Course Cart Paths: 10

Other Golf Amenities to maintain: Cart paths, trash, water coolers, all garden beds, clubhouse lawns, Tennis grounds

Recent/Upcoming Projects Recently Completed Golf & Grounds Projects (Last 3 years): Golf Course Irrigation System Replacement, Golf Course Maintenance Equipment Purchases (Sand Rake, Dump Trailer, Skid Steer Loader, Mini Excavator, GPS Sprayer) and 8th Green Redesign

Upcoming Golf & Grounds Projects (Next 5 years): Sand Trap Restoration, Golf Course Drainage Improvements, Golf Course Maintenance Equipment Purchases, Tennis Court Resurfacing, HarTru Court Irrigation Improvements, Parking Lot / Cart Path Paving & Expansion

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Direct all aspects of golf course maintenance, agronomic programs, and grounds operations to provide exceptional year-round playing conditions.

Develop and implement comprehensive turfgrass management, irrigation, drainage, and environmental stewardship programs that support the long-term health of the golf course.

Recruit, train, lead, and develop a high-performing grounds maintenance team while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Prepare and manage the annual grounds operating and capital budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of labor, equipment, and resources.

Partner with the Green Committee, General Manager, Golf Professional, and Club leadership to establish agronomic priorities and execute short- and long-term course and grounds improvement initiatives.

Oversee equipment maintenance, fleet management, and the procurement of supplies, materials, and outside services necessary to support daily operations.

Maintain a visible presence on the golf course while communicating effectively with members and leadership regarding course conditions, projects, and maintenance practices.

Oversee routine maintenance and readiness of tennis, pickleball, and bocce courts and their surrounding areas, including court surfaces, irrigation, drainage, nets, fencing, and adjacent landscaping.

Lead capital improvement projects including irrigation, drainage, bunker renovations, and other course grounds enhancement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations relating to employee safety, environmental practices, and chemical applications.

Continuously evaluate golf course conditions and implement best management practices to enhance playability, presentation, and the overall member experience.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Including, but not limited to, the following:

Minimum of 5 years of progressive golf course maintenance experience at a private club or high-quality daily fee facility, with Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent experience preferred.

Proven knowledge of turfgrass management, irrigation systems, drainage, environmental stewardship, and agronomic best practices.

Demonstrated success leading, developing, and motivating a golf course maintenance team while fostering a positive and accountable work environment.

Experience preparing and managing operating and capital budgets, equipment, and resource allocation.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with members, club leadership, and the Green Committee.

Valid state pesticide applicator’s license (or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe).

Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field preferred.

GCSAA membership and Certified Golf Course Superintendent (CGCS) designation are preferred, but not required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The club will provide a compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This includes but is not limited to:

Base Salary Range: $85,000-$95,000 Bonus Range: 5-10% of Base Salary Medical, Dental, and Vision Employer Matched Simple IRA Paid Vacation and Sick Time per Club Policy

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