Golf Course Superintendent Position

Whispering Woods Golf Club - Erie, PA

Course Description

An 18 hole Semi-Private golf course, designed by Jon Exley which opened for play in 2008. Measuring 6,800 yds from the tips, it is consistently ranked as one of the best golf courses in the state of Pennsylvania. A full-service practice facility with natural and artificial teeing space. Bentgrass greens, tees and fairways. 50 bunkers. Rainbird irrigation system. Ownership is beginning building a clubhouse and new cart barn starting in June of 2021.

Position Requirements

*A highly motivated, detail oriented, hands on individual who can provide our members and customers with an outstanding golf experience.

*Manage overall maintenance of golf course, practice area and clubhouse.

*Recruit, interview, hire, train and direct all golf course maintenance employees.

*Prepare annual budgets for maintenance and capital improvements.

*Approves all expenditures and exercises cost control measures to keep expenses within approved budget.

*Requires advanced knowledge of agronomy and turf grass management practices, and a thorough understanding of the game of golf.

*Communicates regularly with the owner, staff and members/customers to discuss activities, conditions of facilities, maintenance plans and scheduled events.

Special Requirements

*PA Pesticide Applicators License or able to obtain within 6 months

*Driver’s License

*Sufficient knowledge and understanding of a Rainbird Irrigation System

Educational / Experience Requirements

*A Degree or Certificate in Turf Grass Management or related field

*Extensive golf course management experience as a Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent

Salary

*$60,000 to 70,000 annually DOE

Benefits

*3% match IRA

*Cell Phone

*Dues for local and national associations / Education

*Paid Vacation

*Clothing Allowance

*Health Insurance (negotiable)

Please email resume to richrocky@gmail.com *Position available 3/1/21