Golf Course Manager 2 (NY HELPS)

Minimum Qualifications

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a permanent, non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications

(NY HELPS):
Four years of experience in the maintenance, operation, or management of a golf course and related facilities, including one year of supervisory experience.

Substitution: An associate’s degree in a related field can substitute for two years of specialized experience; and a bachelor’s degree in a related field can substitute for four years of experience.

52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) Qualifications:
To be eligible for NCP, candidates must be in the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation promotion field and have one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55 b/c service as a Golf Course Manager 1, SG-15. If 3 or fewer qualified NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation eligible promotional employees respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one of the qualified employees without further examination.

Note: Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.

If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Duties Description

Under the supervision of the higher-level personnel at Robert Moses State Park, the selected candidate’s duties will include, but not be limited to:
• Inspects golf courses daily to observe and monitor irrigation needs, pest and disease problems and overall turf health and conditions.
• Communicates with Park Management to provide recommendations regarding rehabilitation and improvements to the golf course, and to better manage golf operations, employee and patron issues, park incidents, and emergencies.
• Applies fertilizers, pesticides, and takes other actions to maintain and improve turf conditions and playability according to Integrated Pest Management plans and best practices.
• Supervises, schedules, and trains golf maintenance staff including seasonal employees to ensure they are well-prepared to perform assigned tasks, monitor their performance, and implement mandatory training, evaluations, and corrective measures.
• Trains staff in the standard procedures of the park and maintenance operations, equipment operation, and safety.
• Assists in recommending the needed equipment, materials, and supplies for the operation and maintenance of the golf course.
• Conducts regular inspections of motorized equipment, and identify maintenance needs and repairs.
• Completes and reviews standard reports and written communication including, pesticide use reports, procurement reconciliation, Integrated Pest Management recordkeeping, irrigation water usage, equipment use reports, and training records.
• Operates light trucks, passenger vehicles, tractors, landscape equipment and other equipment as required.
• Conducts inspections of assigned areas for safety hazards, and take immediate corrective action.
• Operates and maintain the facility’s irrigation system, including winterizing and spring activation.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a
• Selected candidate must possess a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Class D Driver License by the date of appointment and maintain the license as a term and condition of employment.
• Selected candidate must obtain a Pesticide Technician’s License (Category 3A) within 6 months of appointment and maintain it as a term and condition of employment. Selected candidate must upgrade to a commercial applicator’s license within two years of appointment and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Must have knowledge of golf course construction techniques in regards to green, tee, and bunker renovation including drainage installation and excavation practices associated with golf course repair and rehabilitation.

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
o PEF: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
o PEF: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.
Health Care Benefits:
o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits:
o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
o NYS Deferred Compensation
o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
o Paid Parental / Family Leave

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

The hiring rate listed combines the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 18 ($65,001) with the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400). Similarly, the job rate posted is a combination of the statutory job rate ($82,656) and the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400).

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Closing Date/Time: 08/02/24

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