Golf Course Superintendent & Operations Manager

Position Title: Golf Course Superintendent and Operations Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Golf Course Superintendent and Operations Manager is responsible for the overall management, planning, and daily operation of golf course maintenance for an 18-hole facility located in Cordele, Georgia. This role oversees all agronomic practices, turfgrass management, irrigation systems, operations, and grounds maintenance while ensuring optimal playing conditions and course aesthetics.

The course is under new ownership and undergoing renovation and restoration through Summer 2026, and this role includes planning, execution, and ongoing course improvement initiatives. This position is accountable for budget management of the course, regulatory compliance, staff leadership, and delivering a high-quality golf experience that drives guest and member satisfaction.

Superintendent & Agronomic Management

• Oversees all aspects of turfgrass management including greens, tees, fairways, rough, and practice areas to ensure championship-level playing conditions
• Develops and executes agronomic plans including fertilization, aerification, topdressing, overseeding, and pest/disease control programs
• Oversee all irrigation systems, including scheduling, repairs, water conservation, and system upgrades
• Monitors soil conditions, weather patterns, and environmental factors to proactively adjust maintenance practices
• Leads course improvement projects, including vendor coordination, construction oversight, and project timelines
• Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal environmental regulations, including chemical applications and water usage
• Maintains accurate records for chemical applications, irrigation logs, and agronomic reporting

Operations

• Ensures all tees, greens, fairways, and rough meet established quality and playability standards
• Manages the overall appearance of the golf course including landscaping, pruning, weed control, and aesthetic enhancements
• Identifies, recommends, and implements course improvements and capital projects
• Evaluates and implements new technologies, equipment, and maintenance practices
• Collaborates with golf professionals and tournament coordinators to meet event requirements and course setups
• Participates in recruitment, hiring, training, onboarding and scheduling of team members
• Oversees proper care of all turf, plantings, and natural areas to promote healthy growth
• Controls departmental expenses and operates within approved budgets
• Ensures contractor work meets quality standards and adheres to safety protocols
• Maintains equipment fleet for optimal performance, safety, and longevity
• Manages inventory of parts, tools, supplies, and chemicals
• Supervises chemical mixing and application in accordance with best practices and regulations
• Performs hands-on duties as needed to support operations
• Ensures staff understand expectations, priorities, and operational goals
• Analyzes operational data to improve efficiency and course conditions

Guest Experience

• Maintains course conditions that meet or exceed player expectations daily
• Coordinates with golf operations to deliver a seamless guest experience
• Responds proactively to feedback regarding course conditions
• Supports tournaments and special events with high-level course preparation

Education and Experience Requirements:

• An associates and/or bachelor’s degree in Turf Management or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Golf Course Maintenance.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in preparing and managing budgets for the golf course and landscape maintenance departments.
• A minimum of 1 year of technical knowledge of all equipment, products, and resources related to golf course operations with the ability to implement these resources to meet or exceed company and club standards.
• Current State Pesticide Applicators License or successfully completed within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.