Golf Course Superintendent

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Salary: $6,433.85 per month

Job Summary:

This is a leadership position responsible for planning, budgeting, and organizing daily maintenance operations. This position will supervise daily maintenance functions at Lakeview Golf Course to ensure golf course operations and conditions are safe, pleasant, and efficient. Responsibilities include turf management, equipment maintenance, golf cart maintenance, irrigation system repair/programming, and clubhouse maintenance. Independent judgement and initiative is imperative. This position will oversee and supervise the work of the Assistant Superintendent and other assigned personnel. Effective communication and working relationships with the Director of Parks and Recreation, Head Golf Professional, Facility Manager other City employees, outside contractors, golf course patrons and the general public must be essential in daily operations. The principal functions and duties of this position are performed in a general office and outdoor work environment. Work is performed under the direction and supervision of the Parks Superintendent. Must be available to work weekends as needed and have on-call availability.



Job Specifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or related field or education equivalent to meet the needs of the position and 7 years of golf course maintenance experience in a supervisory capacity, management of a municipal resource and budget; working with contractors and vendors on construction projects, or an equivalent combination of education, knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Licensing & Certifications:

• Possession of a valid State of Idaho driver’s license and safe driving record is required;
• Two-year Turf Management Certificate or equivalent training preferred;
• Certification by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA);
• Professional Applicator License OH, LS and OI.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

City of Meridian is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

The City of Meridian is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. This includes, but is not limited to, H-1B and F-1 visa categories. Candidates must possess valid work authorization in the United States that does not require employer sponsorship.