Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Five years of experience* in planning, coordinating, directing, and supervising the maintenance of a golf course and adjoining rounds. This includes relevant experience as an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor, Golf Course Manager 1 or 2 or equivalent.

College education* in turf agronomy, golf course maintenance or equivalent may be substituted for up to four years’ experience on a year-for-year basis. Training in turf management may be substituted for up to two years’ experience at the rate of 20 Continuing Education Units (CEU) equal to one year of education (10 contact hours of training = 1 CEU) A maximum of four years of education/training may be substituted for experience.

*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience.

Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm.

Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.

DUTIES DESCRIPTION

Under the general supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent 2, the Golf Course Superintendent 1 will manage a large, significant golf course complex consisting of 36 holes and two putting greens. Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Oversees maintenance, design, upkeep, environmental planning, and course management for a regulation golf course.
Functions as a technical expert in areas such as turf maintenance, insect and blight damage prevention, environmental protection, course layout, and daily set-up for play.
Schedules, delegates assignments, and supervises staff assigned to the golf course.
Directs and oversees chemical application programs including insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, fertilizers, lime, and tree maintenance.
Inspects courses daily to monitor irrigation requirements, pest and disease issues, and overall turf health and conditions.
Maintains chemical inventory and usage records in compliance with the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) regulations.
Motivates staff to adopt a consumer-driven approach to patron interactions, periodically surveying patrons to determine satisfaction with the facilities.
Plans and implements long-term course maintenance projects following periodic review and evaluation.
Establishes short and long-term goals needed to complete projects efficiently, securing approval from engineering/architectural staff as needed.
Monitors/determines equipment needs as well as replacement and repair schedules; procures supplies/materials/equipment as needed.
Maintains inventory records and tracks placement of equipment.
Coordinates use of equipment with other park maintenance personnel or units as necessary.
Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.
Perform other related duties as required.

OPERATING NEEDS

Must be available to work weekends and holidays, and regular shifts between the hours of 5:00 am – 1:30pm depending on season.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
Selected candidate must obtain a Pesticide Technician’s License (Category 3A) within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.

*The posted hiring rate is the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 20 ($72,032) and the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400). The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($91,381) and the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400).

BENEFITS:

Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

Paid Time Off

PEF: 44 days – 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development

Health Care Benefits:

Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits:

New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
NYS Deferred Compensation
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Paid Parental / Family Leave
Housing may be available and will be discussed at the interview.
May be overtime eligible

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,432.00 - $94,781.00 per year

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