Assistant Golf Course Superintendent (Golf Course Supt I)

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Rec Centers, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of with many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level. under the direction of the site superintendent.

This position plans and implements the maintenance of 9 holes, practice areas, and grounds at Jefferson District Golf Course. Conducts daily course inspections to determine conditions and contacts pro-shop staff for opening or closing. Supervises and plans daily tasks performed by the maintenance staff. Trains the staff in the safe operation of golf maintenance equipment. Supervises and teaches staff making pesticide or fertilizer applications. Completes staff annual performance reviews. Hires and terminates seasonal staff. Ensures the site is staffed over a 363-day operating schedule. Calibrates sprayers and spreaders. Keeps records of pesticide and fertilizer applications. Activates and de-activates the automated irrigation system. Maintains and repairs the automated irrigation system. Assists with creating purchase requests for equipment, parts, and supplies. Dips fuel storage tanks to keep accurate records of totals, and places orders when needed. Conducts monthly safety meetings and keeps records. Assists with implementing the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) for the site. Conducts inspections, submits reports and keeps records for the site SWPPP. Operates all equipment including sprayers, mowers, tractors (with attachments) and utility vehicles. In the absence of the mechanic, implements a preventive maintenance program for the equipment fleet while maintaining an inventory of equipment parts and supplies. Ensures compliance with FCPA hazardous materials program and appropriate state, local and federal regulations regarding the purchase, application, storage and disposal of chemicals, pesticides, and fertilizers.

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

• Manages the maintenance and operation of a medium sized fleet of greens mowers, fairway movers, trim mowers, rough mowers, utility vehicles, spray tanks, sand trap rakes, seeders, aerators, etc.;
• Develops and implements a detailed turf management plan for assigned greens, tees, roughs and lawn areas;
• Establishes criteria for and determines golf course playability and authorizes the opening and closing of the grounds;
• Supervises the maintenance and operation of a small, automated irrigation system including pump house, central computer, field controllers, valves and sprinkler heads;
• Plans for and supervises major improvement projects such as greens and tees construction, cart path construction, sand bunker construction, site landscaping, pond dredging, etc.;
• Inspects Park facilities and grounds for safety hazards and operational deficiencies, recommends improvements and initiates corrective measures;
• Authorizes purchase requests and invoices for payment.
• Accountable for the purchase, storage and application and disposal of hazardous materials including pesticides, fertilizers and other turf care products;
• Compiles and retains operational and safety records and complies with federal, state and county safety standards;
• Assists with budget justifications for capital equipment, staffing and annual operating supplies;
• Adheres to revenue and expense limits, goals and guidelines for specialized areas of supervision;
• Hires, supervises, schedules and evaluates a small staff;
• Plans, schedules and conducts specialized on-site staff training;
• Completes and submits various financial, administrative and statistical reports.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation center and/or park management;
• Knowledge of fiscal record keeping and inventory procedures;
• Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment;
• Knowledge of methods and practices of golf course maintenance;
• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in golf course maintenance;
• Ability to identify, isolate and initiate repairs to equipment and irrigation systems;
• Ability to identify and treat turfgrass diseases and pests;
• Ability to read and understand blue prints, chemical labels and other technical documents;
• Ability and skill to operate a variety of golf course maintenance equipment;
• Ability to obtain necessary certifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
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Graduation from a two-year associate degree program with major course work in agronomy, turfgrass management, recreation and parks, horticulture, or related field, plus two years' experience as an assistant golf course superintendent or other applicable position at a golf course.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three years of experience in golf course maintenance at a supervisory capacity.
• Possession of a Certified Fertilizer Applicators License.
• Three years of experience applying pesticides and fertilizers to turf.
• Three years of experience operating and maintaining automated irrigation systems.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.