POSITION OVERVIEW

Title: Golf Course Superintendent

Reports to: Board of Trustees

Position Description: Youngstown Country Club is searching for an inspirational and forward-thinking Golf Course Superintendent to lead the agronomy department in delivering championship conditions steeped in tradition. This position demands innovation balanced with reverence for the club’s historic legacy and member-centered culture.

You will direct all agronomic operations, manage budgets and staff, drive strategic enhancements, ensure compliance and safety, and collaborate closely with Club leadership and members. Your stewardship will carry forward the Morley legacy while positioning YCC for continued excellence.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Establish and oversee the agronomy department, procedures, controls, and focus with the goal of providing consistently high-quality playing conditions and attention to detail.

• Maintain and elevate course conditions; greens, fairways, and roughs aligned with Ross/Travis design ethos.

• Implement policies and procedures for the agronomy department, including compliance with company expectations while maintaining exceptional playing conditions.

• Ensure the safety and compliance of the department by meeting all federal, state, and local regulations regarding chemical applications, labor laws, and all other regulations that apply to agronomic practices.

• Implement and oversee chemical, fertilizer, irrigation, and turf management plans, ensuring adherence to regulations.

• Work with the Board of Trustees in the preparation of the annual budget, including all expenses within the department.

• Review and analyze various financial results/reports while monitoring the overall agronomy department performance and take any corrective actions that may be needed.

• Maintain and produce various (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) business reports, forecasts, and plans accordingly.

• Create a team atmosphere where agronomy team members learn and grow in their profession. 

• Instill a sense of pride in teamwork, which will contribute to the achievement of Youngstown Country Club's vision. 

• Propose capital improvements and strategic projects for turf and infrastructure enhancements for the annual budget.

• Collaborate with the Board of Trustees on annual budgets; monitor expenses and drive cost-efficient operations.

• Organize department management meetings, and staff meetings, and participate in department head/committee meetings as designated. 

• Follow company policies and procedures regarding the handling of Youngstown Country Club's equipment and other assets.

• Advise and assist the Board of Trustees and implement policies, procedures, and goals that will strategically enhance the agronomy department for operational and financial success.

• Ensure member and guest satisfaction with respect to all levels of service and operation within the department.

• Participate in club leadership and department meetings; represent agronomy in cross-departmental initiatives.

• Engage diplomatically and professionally with members, guests, and staff reflecting YCC’s standard of excellence.

• The Superintendent is encouraged to participate in the game of golf with the membership when time allows.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Including, but not limited to, the following:

• A college degree or university program certificate is required.

• Degree in turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture or related field preferred.

• Class A Membership in the GCSAA.

• A minimum of 5 years of Golf Course Superintendent or Lead Assistant Superintendent experience at a high-quality facility is required.

• Extensive experience managing high-quality cool-season or transition zone turf grass is essential.

• Experience in cool season turf management is preferred.

• Experience working with classic course architecture and managing turf in historic settings.

• Construction, renovation, and grow-in experience is preferred.

• Chemical and Pesticide certificates.

• Valid Driver’s License.

The club will provide a compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This includes but is not limited to:

• Salary: $105,000 - $125,000

• Performance Bonus: Up to 10% of salary

• Total Anticipated Compensation Up To: $137,500

• Health Insurance

• Simple 401k Plan

• Paid time off

• Meals while on duty

• The Club will pay for national and chapter association dues

• Education Allowance

Link to apply:  https://pgaservices.my.site.com/s/case/500Ph00000lsRrPIAU/job-post-case-for-jd-williams-at-youngstown-country-club

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