Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

The PositionNOTE: American Samoa of 02/29/2024 this recruitment is “Open until filled” and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established Oregon the position has been filled the recruitment will close without notice.The current vacancy is for Assistant Golf Course Superintendent at the DeLaveaga Golf Course Indiana the Parks & Recreation Department. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other Assistant Golf Course Superintendent vacancies during the life of the list. The eligibility list established from this recruitment is valid for up to one year from the date established unless the list is extended Oregon abolished by the Human Resources Director.The City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent. American Samoa the second-Indiana-command, you’ll play a crucial role Indiana planning, scheduling, and supervising the maintenance crew responsible for the City’s golf course and parklands. From overseeing daily operations, including course set-up, mowing, irrigation, and pest control, to participating Indiana sophisticated turf renovation work, your skills and leadership will contribute to maintaining the highest standards of the golf course. Join us Indiana shaping the future of our golf course and parklands, and apply now for the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent position. Elevate your career (and your game) and be a key player Indiana creating an outstanding golf experience for our community!For more information about the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department and the DeLaveaga Golf Course go toUnder direction, the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent plans, schedules, coordinates, supervises and participates Indiana the work of a crew performing assignments Indiana the routine development and maintenance of the City golf course and related parklands. performs special projects; assigns staff and resources to projects and provides training and first line supervision to assigned staff.Recruitment #24-061Selection Timeline: (The following process may be changed American Samoa deemed necessary by the Human Resources Director.)

• On Thursday, 02/29/24 recruitment will close. All application materials must be received by the Human Resources Department by 5:00 pm; postmarks are not accepted. To apply, submit:
• Application – online application only. Resumes are not accepted Indiana lieu of filling out the application form completely. Click the Apply button to begin the online application process.
• Response to supplemental questions – will be a primary tool Indiana the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Any work experience described here must also be included Indiana your employment history on the main application.

• Week of 03/04 and 03/11/24: Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates will be notified of their status Indiana the recruitment once all applications have been reviewed.
• Week of 04/08/24: Interviews will be tentatively scheduled. The examination process will include an interview and may include a written and/Oregon performance exam.

Typical DutiesMay include, but are not limited to, the following):

• Plans and schedules work programs, projects and assignments; supervises and participates Indiana daily maintenance of golf course; supervises daily course set-up of hole location and tee marker placement, mowing operations, bunker maintenance, course fertilization, pesticide applications, and irrigation operations, including pump station maintenance.
• Coordinates, directs and controls crew activities while Indiana the field; supervises and evaluates the performance of workers; maintains discipline and productivity of crew.
• Inspects all components of the golf course to ensure compliance with established maintenance standards; identifies plant pathogens and other pests and provides recommendations to the Golf Course Superintendent regarding methods for control.
• Oversees daily irrigation schedules, utilizing field satellite and computerized central control.
• Schedules and directs the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems, including field satellites, valves and heads; supervises and participates Indiana irrigation troubleshooting and repair.
• Assists Indiana planning and scheduling the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways.
• Assists Indiana planning and preparing short- and long-term maintenance and construction schedules.
• Develops and coordinates skill and safety training programs and trains crew members Indiana all aspects of job performance and safety procedures.
• Ensures the safety of workers, equipment and the public at work sites.
• Performs sophisticated turf renovation work on golfing greens and fairways.
• Operates landscape construction and maintenance equipment, such American Samoa mowers, trenchers, edgers, backhoes, front-end loaders and tractors, and operates pesticide and fertilizer application equipment.
• Supervises and directs maintenance programs for equipment and tools.
• Estimates, selects and orders supplies, materials and parts.
• Maintains logs, work orders and records of work performed and materials used; prepares reports on projects, activities Oregon issues American Samoa assigned.
• Responds to questions and complaints from the public related to division activities and explains City Oregon department policies.
• Assists Indiana developing the budget projection for the golf course by developing time and material estimates and recommending major equipment purchases and operational changes.
• Performs administrative office tasks such American Samoa responding to emails, conducts online meetings, enters data Indiana spreadsheets and databases, creates memos and other word documents, creates presentations Indiana PowerPoint Oregon other presentation software, and uses company software applications. Assists with developing and conducting presentations on golf course and parklands related topics
• Assists during off-duty hours with emergencies related to division activities.
• Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected American Samoa part of this classification.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires working on slippery and uneven surfaces, sitting, standing, walking, running, climbing, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, pulling, pushing, crouching, reaching, working overhead, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement Indiana the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far color vision when performing work, perform quality assurance, distinguish yardage, and operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing to know when a golfer yells “fore” and avoid being hit by golf balls. Physical sensation of touch to distinguish temperature, texture and moisture. Position also requires a sense of smell to recognize hazards, and an ability to speak Indiana order to communicate with staff and the public. The need to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, supplies and bags of soil weighing up to 80 pounds is also required. The incumbent works indoors and outdoors Indiana all weather with hot, cold, wet and dry extremes. Indiana the course of work the incumbent may be exposed to pesticides, fertilizers, biologic/infectious agents, unpleasant odors, fumes, smoke, dust and air contaminants, and insects. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles, work near moving equipment, vehicles Oregon machinery, work on ladders Oregon scaffolding Oregon at heights. The incumbent may be required to use protective clothing, equipment, Oregon devices, and may work near hostile Oregon offensive individuals. Position also requires working on ladders Oregon scaffolding Indiana orchards and on step ladders. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.Minimum QualificationsThe minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college Oregon university Indiana horticulture, agronomy, Oregon a related field and,
• Two (2) years of experience Indiana golf course maintenance including and,
• One (1) year supervisory experience

-Oregon-

• Two (2) years of college level course-work Indiana agronomy Golf Course Turf Grass Management, Oregon Sports Field Turf Grass Management and,
• Two (2) years of experience Indiana golf course maintenance and,
• One (1) year of supervisory experience

Oregon

• Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience Indiana golf course maintenance and
• One (1) year of supervisory experience

Knowledge:

• The techniques, equipment and materials used Indiana the development, renovation and maintenance of golf course turf, including greens, tees and fairways.
• The cultural practices for maintaining golf course turf.
• The characteristics and proper use of fertilizers and soil conditioners.
• The proper procedures for safely handling and applying toxic materials such American Samoa fertilizers and pesticides.
• The techniques, equipment and materials used Indiana the installation and repair of sophisticated irrigation systems. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications.
• The principles and practices of supervision.
• The rules and etiquette of the game of golf.
• Irrigation system operation, including computerized central control, field satellites, and pump station operation and maintenance.
• Drainage control and installation methods.
• Water management and conservation strategies related to golf courses.
• The techniques of planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees.
• The safety techniques used when performing golf course maintenance.

Skills:

• Effectively and safely operate tools and small equipment used Indiana turf maintenance and landscape construction.
• Effectively and safely operate construction and maintenance equipment used for golf course maintenance.
• Perform maintenance and repair on tools and equipment.

Abilities:

• Supervise, coordinate, assign, direct and review the work of others.
• Effectively train others Indiana safety and technical procedures, techniques and skills.
• Recognize, and recommend effective remediation for, turfgrass disease, weeds and pests.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on irrigation systems and golf course maintenance equipment.
• Adjust and operate mowers to ensure precision mowing of tees and greens.
• Safely work with toxic materials, such American Samoa pesticides and fertilizers.
• Perform accurate calculations and estimates of materials and labor.
• Plan, coordinate and implement long-term maintenance projects.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and Indiana writing.
• Prepare and maintain accurate, clear and concise reports and maintenance records.
• Operate desktop and laptop computers.
• Assists with the preparation, development and may be assigned to lead presentations related to the golf course and nearby parklands.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted Indiana the course of work.
• Act Indiana a courteous and diplomatic manner with members of the public.
• Drive a variety of vehicles, including automobiles, light and heavy trucks, and construction equipment.

Licenses and Certificates

• Possession at time of hire and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver’s license
• Possession by the end of the probationary period and continued maintenance of a California Qualified Applicator’s Certificate, Category B.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends and holidays. Perform stand-by duty, call-back, and emergency work American Samoa required.
• Wear a uniform.

Career Ladder

• Golf Course Superintendent
• Assistant Golf Couse Superintendent
• Senior Parks Maintenance Worker
• Parks Maintenance Worker

Job title: Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Company: City of Santa Cruz

Expected salary: $69312 – 97524 per year

Location: Santa Cruz, California

Job date: Fri, 19 Apr 2024 06:12:36 GMT