ERS ~ The Reserve Club ~ Indian Wells, CA ~ Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Indian Wells, CA
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Position Title: Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Department: Golf Course Operations
Reports to: Superintendent
Date Written/Revised: February 21, 2013
FLSA Designation: Exempt
Written by: Human Resources
JOB SUMMARY:
The assistant golf course superintendent reports directly to the golf course superintendent. Under the superintendent’s supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent’s capacity during his/her absence.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees, and fairways; schedules work; and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment.
2. Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; and supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
3. Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline.
4. May modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
1. Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditions; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
2. Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations.
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.
- Problem solving – the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and maintains confidentiality.
- Interpersonal skills – the individual is engaging, gracious, professional and maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.
- Oral communication – the individual relates well to and can communicate effectively with current and potential members and speaks clearly and is persuasive in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills.
- Written communication – the individual edits work for spelling, grammar and overall message content, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.
- Planning/organizing – the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.
- Quality control – the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Adaptability – the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
- Dependability – the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
- Safety and security – the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
Knowledge, Skill and Experience
1. Minimum Education (or substitute experience) Required: Two-year college degree preferred.
2. Minimum Experience Required: A minimum of two years desert experience in golf course operations.
3. Skills Required: Bilingual; use of Microsoft Office’s Outlook, Excel and Word.
4. Licenses or Certificates Required: Must possess a valid driver’s license; requires current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Individual must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
OTHER DUTIES:
Due to the nature of the club industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the club, including weekends as necessary.
NOTICE:
The Club business functions seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. In addition, this is a resort business and a hospitable service atmosphere must be projected at all times.
Upon employment, all associates are required to fully comply with The Reserve Club’s rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of club facilities. Associates who violate club rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Contact:
Human Resources
The Reserve Club
49-400 Desert Butte Trail
Indian
(760) 674-2238
FAX (760) 776-1147
Carmella Ruggiero
Cactus & Pine, GCSA
Executive Director
480-609-6778 Phone
480-348-5976 Fax
480-600-3786 Cell