Description

Overview

General Statement of Duties
Under the general supervision of the Golf Course Manager, the Golf Course Landscaping Superintendent
is responsible for the landscape maintenance, as well as continuous improvements to the golf course.
Incumbent must possess a thorough working knowledge of turf grass management, and landscape
maintenance responsibilities such as proper mowing procedures, irrigation, drainage, soil science,
landscaping, fertilization, and herbicide and pesticide control methods. Incumbent will perform a variety of
supervisory and skilled tasks in the operation to include managing and supervising assigned operations
to achieve goals within available resources. Other responsibilities include possessing exceptional public
relation skills, must be capable of supervising up to ten (10) employee crew and having administrative
ability, especially critical in problem solving and decision making. Has the ability to perform a required
role in emergency situations.

Experience Required

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
• Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalent diploma and vocational training in
the golf course and landscape maintenance.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience in golf course and landscaping maintenance, as well as
basic irrigation principles. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the
minimum qualifications.
• Possession of a valid, appropriate Texas (Class C) driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge - Knowledge of landscaping equipment and tools, uses, repair, and maintenance. This includes uses
of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods. Knowledge of
the structure and the content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of
composition, and grammar. Knowledge of the use of the following computer software: Microsoft Word and
Microsoft Excel.
Skills - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is
needed. Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools. Determining causes of operating errors and
deciding what to do about it. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the
points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Managing
one's own time and the time of others. Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or
organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Talking to others to convey information
effectively.
Abilities - Ability to supervise and evaluate staff and activities. Must have the ability to use hand tools and
power tools associated with landscape work. The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking
and in writing so others will understand. The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce
answers that make sense. Ability to assemble information from more than one source and maintain
records of same in efficient filing system. Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with
public, public officials and fellow employees. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform a variety of
moderate to heavy tasks in the care and limited maintenance of landscaping equipment. The ability to
exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach

Essential Responsibilities

Essential Functions
The landscaping superintendent's duties include the following:
• Supervises and coordinates activities with landscape maintenance staff.
• Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments.
• Trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow; studies and
standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Issues written and oral instructions; assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness,
and conformance to policies and procedures.
• Inspects course regularly to evaluate and recommend improvements.
• Trains subordinates in various areas related to landscape maintenance.
• Inspects work performed to ensure conformance to specifications and established standards.
• Responsible for scheduling staff.
• Supervises the use and care of equipment and hand tools used.
• Oversees the planning, cultivation, trimming, care and treatment of trees, shrubs, flowers, and lawns.
• Requisitions supplies, makes recommendations for the purchase of additional equipment or
replacements, and prepares necessary records and reports.
• Selects, prepares, and applies proper fertilizers/insecticides/herbicides/nutrients for the grounds in
accordance with Pesticide Application License and recommendations.
• Communicates and reports any needs or problems relating to course equipment and irrigation.
• Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks:
• Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and
monitoring performance.
• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed
to perform a work activity.
• Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in

Benefits

This full-time role includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, plus Paid Time Off to help you care for yourself and your family while maintaining steady time to recharge.