Seneca Falls Country Club is a semi-private, 18-hole country golf course located in the heart of the Finger Lakes and overlooking beautiful Cayuga Lake. The Club will be celebrating its 100^th anniversary in August of 2025. 

Seneca Falls Country Club is equipped with a modern watering system, operated by 3 brand new, state-of-the-art pumps. SFCC is in ownership of the necessary golf course machinery to properly maintain the golf course including a new green mower and a newly used fairway mower to complement our existing equipment. 

The club house was re-built in 2000 replacing the original clubhouse destroyed by fire in 1999. 

Job Overview:

This is a full-time year round salaried position with thirty (30) days off that must be used in December, January, February or March. As Superintendent, you will be entrusted with the maintenance, operations and management of the golf course.  The responsibilities include turf grass/plant material maintenance programs, property/building/asset relations, personnel management, budget/forecasting, financial management, member relations, scheduling/maintenance of the irrigation system, pesticide applications, related recordings, and compliance of regulatory issues.  The Golf Course Superintendent works to create an environment where staff is involved and enthusiastic, with open communications and respect for themselves, members, guests and the property.  

Job Responsibilities:

1. Responsibility for all phases of Golf Maintenance and Agronomics operations, cost control, and personnel.

2. Works closely with, advises and coordinates with the General Manager, Green’s Committee Chairperson and the President of the Club on any issues related to golf course maintenance.

3. Directs and participates in the construction and maintenance of the grounds.

4. Designs landscaper plans for facility grounds and the implementation of the 2025 Long Range Improvement Master Plan Update.

5. Administer and enforces all Club rules, regulations and policies for staff.

6. Advise and consults with the Greens Chairperson and President for reporting purposes to the Board of Directors.

7. Works closely with and directly reports to the President.

8. Must be able to work independently and be a self-starting problem starter. 

9. Provides technical, operational and safety training for employees to ensure that staff is working within OSHA, club, state and federal guidelines for safe working.

10. Oversees employees in proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and power equipment.  Plans and budgets for additional or replacement capital equipment.  

11. Supervises and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications and water withdrawal for DEC reports on the grounds in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.  

12.  Develops annual operating and capital budget and plans for capital improvement projects.

13. Oversees the care and maintenance of the golf course equipment.

14. Determines when the course should be closed due to weather conditions that may damage the course if play continues.

15. Possess basic computer skills including the ability to navigate the internet, using email, understanding file management, and proficient using a desktop for irrigation implementation. 

Qualifications:

1. Require:

   • Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience at similar club(s)
   • State certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator

2.  Prefer:

• GCSAA Certified Golf Course Superintendent
• College degree in agronomy / turfgrass maintenance

Compensation Package:

• Base salary $70,000 to $85,000 based on experience

• Benefits include:  

• • Health Insurance Stipend

  • Monthly Truck Allowance ($400 a month)

  • GCSAA and GCSA of New York Dues

  • Paid Time Off (30 days)

Reports to:  President and Green’s Committee Chairperson

Manages:  Golf Course Maintenance

Submit Application Package to:

Mr. Michael Ferrara, President

Seneca Falls Country Club

PO Box 413

Seneca Falls, NY 13148

Mjf1457@gmail.com