ERS ~ Rio Verde Country Club ~ Director of Agronomy ~ ***Deadline To Apply: March 3rd, 2023***

Cactus and Pine, GCSA

Employment Referral Service

 

 

Date:

February 23rd, 2023

Position:

Director of Agronomy

Facility:

Rio Verde Country Club

Duties:

The cornerstone of the property’s golf course maintenance team, the Director of Agronomy provides day-to-day oversight of the maintenance and agronomic practices of the golf course and adjacent grounds, including but not limited to the clubhouse landscaping and maintenance complex.

Position Responsibilities:

General Purpose:
Directly supervises and implements sound agronomic programs in accordance with Troon Quality Standards while working within the fiscal parameters of the facility.

Key Responsibilities of the Director of Agronomy:

  • Develops budgeting and capital plans. Manages expenses within the department in accordance with the property directive.
     
  • Provides timely and accurate reporting of all financial and non-financial information as directed, requested or required by
  • Troon Golf representatives or the General Manager.
     
  • Maintains clear understanding of and implements all Troon Golf Agronomy standards in addition to ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal regulatory standards/laws.
     
  • Stays abreast of current agronomic information.
     
  • Ensures proper mixing, calibration, and application of all chemical/fertilizers used on the course.
     
  • Ensures that they and all associates obtain proper training and/or licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations.
     
  • Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.
     
  • Maintains ongoing awareness of all agronomic activity on the course and provides constant feedback and direction to key staff members.
     
  • Ensures both upward and downward communication within the department and inter-departmentally.
     
  • Provides leadership and a positive working environment that fosters teamwork, communication, ethical behavior, cleanliness and a “can do” attitude.
     
  • Develops, trains, coaches, disciplines and mentors managers within the department providing feedback, direction and leadership so that they may carry out the daily activities of the department, all while grooming them for upward mobility within the company.
     
  • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
     
  • Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to any Maintenance staff such as: Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Environmental Technical, Mechanic, Foreman, Irrigation Technician, Greenskeeper, and Equipment Operator.
     
  • Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate.
     
  • Develops ongoing training programs.
     
  • Incorporates safe work practices in job performance. 

About Rio Verde

Nestled in the beautiful area of Rio Verde just north of Fountain Hills and east of Scottsdale.  Private, 36 Hole facility with a vibrant membership. Operated by Troon Golf. 

About Troon

Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world’s largest professional club management company. We offer careers around the world at all levels of golf operations, opportunities for professional development, growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Our goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail. For more information about the Troon Experience, please visit/ https://www.troon.com/.

 

Salary:

 Open and commensurate with qualifications and experience

Benefits:

·       Health

·       Vision

·       Dental

·       STD

·       LTD

·       401k

 

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications for the Director of Agronomy:

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA) preferably in Agronomy; and five to ten years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
     
  • Valid Driver’s License is required.
     
  • Must have a State Pesticide Applicator License.
     
  • Possesses expert level understanding of irrigation principles and management.
     
  • Demonstrates ability to build and implement an elemental based fertility program. 

Other Qualifications: 

  • Possesses expert level understanding of irrigation principles and management.
     
  • Demonstrates ability to build and implement an elemental based fertility program.

 

Responsible to:

General Manager and Troon Regional Agronomist

Submit Resume:

Resume and cover letters sent to jonathan.williams@troon.com

Application link: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/TRO1001TROO/JobBoard/2b13054b-60bb-410d-9136-e52c1c7d9720/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=1867b0a4-7263-42a5-adce-67c0dfcc9887

 

Available:

ASAP

***Deadline To Apply:

March 3rd, 2023***

Comments:

 

Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service and outstanding conditions across the entire property. 

 

 

 

 

Carmella Ruggiero

Executive Director

Cactus & Pine, GCSA

4700 E. Thomas Road

Suite 108

Phoenix, AZ 85018

480-609-6778 Office

480-600-3786 Cell

carmella@cactusandpine.com

www.cactusandpine.com

 

 

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