Golf Course Superintendent 1

Minimum Qualifications

Five years of experience in planning, coordinating, directing, and supervising the maintenance of a golf course and adjoining rounds. This includes relevant experience as an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor, Golf Course Manager 1 or 2 or equivalent. College education* in turf agronomy, golf course maintenance or equivalent may be substituted for up to four years’ experience on a year-for-year basis. Training in turf management may be substituted for up to two years’ experience at the rate of 20 Continuing Education Units (CEU) equal to one year of education (10 contact hours of training = 1 CEU) A maximum of four years of education/training may be substituted for experience.

*Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.

Duties Description

Under the general supervision of a Golf Course Superintendent 2, the Golf Course Superindendent 1 will manage a large, significant golf course complex consisting of 36 holes and two putting greens.

As a Golf Course Superintendent 1, job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee maintenance, design, upkeep, environmental planning, and course management for a regulation golf course.
• Function as a technical expert in areas such as turf maintenance, insect and blight damage prevention, environmental protection, course layout, and daily set-up for play and operational elements of the course play.
• Schedule, delegate assignments and supervise staff assigned to the golf course.
• Direct and oversee chemical application programs including insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, fertilizers, lime, and tree maintenance.
• Inspect courses daily to monitor irrigation needs, pest and disease problems, and overall turf health and conditions.
• Maintain chemical inventory and usage records in compliance with the Department of Environmental Conservation regulations.
• Instills staff with consumer-driven approach to interacting with patrons. Periodically surveys patrons to determine satisfaction with the facilties. Customer service amd any special promotions or programs.
• Plans for and implements long-term course maintenance projects through the periodic review and evaluation of operational stages/sequences. Short and long-term goals are established in order to efficiently and cost-effectively complete a given project. Secures approval from engineering/architectural staff as needed.
• Determines equipment needs, replacement and repair schedules, and procures supplies/materials/equipment as needed. Maintains inventory records and tracks placement of equipment. Coordinates use of equipment with other park maintenance personnel or units as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Additional Comments

Operational Needs:

• Must be available to work weekends and holidays, and regular shifts between the hours of 5:00 am - 1:30pm depending on season.
• 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 term and condition of employment.
• Selected candidate must obtain a Pesticide Technician’s License (Category 3A) within the probation period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.

The posted hiring rate is the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 20 ($72,032) and the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400). The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($91,381) and the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400).

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

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

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

Closing Date/Time: 10/25/24

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• New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

• 518-474-0453

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