Golf Course Superintendent II

Salary: $76,983.71 - $134,721.60 Annually Location: BURKE LAKE PARK & GOLF COURSE, 7315 OX RD, FAIRFAX STATION (FM02), VA Job Type: FT Salary W BN Job Number: 26-01469 Department: Park Authority Opening Date: 09/26/2026 Closing Date: 10/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade: S26 Posting Type: Open to General Public

Job Announcement

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent II to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Rec Centers, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.

This position is under the direction of the Director of Agronomy and Golf Division Director, this position is fully responsible for all maintenance functions, facilities, equipment, and staff associated with Burke Lake Golf Course.

The incumbent develops and implements a comprehensive turf management program, directs the work of staff related to turf management, irrigation, equipment repair and general building maintenance and custodial duties and conducts moderately complex budgeting and accounting tasks.

This position conducts staff training, development, and recognition activities and coordinates maintenance activities with the site manager to ensure maximum utilization of the multi- course complex. Additionally, the position completes and submits various financial, administrative, and statistical reports and complies and retains operational and safety records.

Note: Some overtime or compensation time may be required.

Candidates are encouraged to submit a complete summary of their relevant experience. We strongly encourage this summary to be comprehensive, as this information will be reviewed to verify qualifications for all candidates and determine compensation for the selectee. Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Manages the maintenance and operation of a large fleet of greens mowers, fairway movers, trim mowers, rough mowers, utility vehicles, spray tanks, sand trap rakes, seeders, aerators, etc.;Develops and implements a detailed turf management plan for assigned greens, tees, roughs, and lawn areas (and special complexities of cart paths);Establishes criteria for and determines golf course playability and authorizes the opening and closing of the grounds;Supervises the maintenance and operation of a large automated irrigation system including pumphouse, central computer, field controllers, valves, and sprinkler heads;Plans for and supervises major improvement projects such as greens and tees construction, cart path construction, sand bunker construction, site landscaping, pond dredging, etc.;Authorizes purchase requests and invoices for payment;Inspects park facilities and grounds for safety hazards and operational deficiencies, recommends improvements, and initiates corrective measures;Accountable for the purchase, storage and application and disposal of hazardous materials including pesticides, fertilizers, and other turf care products;Compiles and retains operational and safety records and complies with federal, state, and County safety standards;Develops budget justifications for capital equipment, staffing and annual operating supplies;Hires, supervises, schedules, and evaluates a medium sized staff;Plans, schedules and conducts specialized on-site staff training;Completes and submits various financial, administrative, and statistical reports;Adheres to revenue and expense limits, goals, and guidelines for specialized areas of supervision.Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation center and/or park management;Knowledge of fiscal record keeping and inventory procedures;Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment;Knowledge of methods and practices of golf course maintenance;Knowledge of materials and equipment used in golf course maintenance;Ability to identify, isolate a