Golf Course Superintendent

Golf Course Superintendent Country Club in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania is looking for a Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Overview: The Superintendent will oversee the daily operation and long-term development of the Green & Grounds department, balancing three key priorities: • Course Quality: Maintain healthy turf and consistent, well-presented playing conditions. • Leadership: Recruit, train, and develop a productive, professional maintenance team. • Financial Management: Manage labor, materials, equipment, contractors, and departmental expenses while planning for future needs.

This role requires a combination of strategic planning, sound agronomic judgment, and hands-on leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Golf Course & Agronomic Management • Direct daily course maintenance and conditioning across greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and practice areas. • Oversee fertility, irrigation, mowing, aerification, topdressing, and pest management programs. • Monitor turf health and weather conditions while identifying opportunities to improve playing conditions and efficiency.

Leadership & Team Development • Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and develop full-time and seasonal employees. • Establish daily priorities, maintain accountability, and promote a safe, productive work environment.

Budget & Financial Management • Develop and manage the annual operating budget in coordination with the General Manager. • Monitor labor, supplies, chemicals, fuel, repairs, and purchasing while recommending equipment and capital investments. • Irrigation & Water Management • Oversee irrigation system operation, maintenance, and repairs. • Monitor system performance and water usage while identifying opportunities for improved efficiency.

Equipment & Facilities • Manage equipment maintenance, preventive service schedules, repairs, and replacement planning. • Maintain safe, organized, and efficient maintenance facilities and storage areas. Safety & Regulatory Compliance • Ensure compliance with applicable safety and environmental regulations. • Maintain required licenses and oversee employee training, pesticide handling, storage, application, and documentation.

Club & Member Relations • Collaborate with the General Manager, Head Golf Professional, Greens Committee, and other departments. • Coordinate maintenance around member play, tournaments, outings, and Club events. • Communicate course conditions, projects, and operational needs while responding professionally to member concerns.

Capital Projects & Long-Term Planning • Recommend and plan improvements to irrigation, drainage, bunkers, equipment, turf, trees, cart paths, and infrastructure. • Develop project budgets and coordinate contractors and vendors to ensure quality work and timely completion.

Requirements • Degree, certificate, or formal education in turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field preferred. • Experience as a Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent. • Experience leading a golf course maintenance team and managing an operating budget. • Knowledge of irrigation systems, water management, and equipment maintenance. • Pennsylvania pesticide applicator certification or the ability to obtain it. • Strong computer, organizational, and communication skills. • Commitment to continuing education and professional development.

Compensation $80,000 to $100,000 per year.

How to apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.