Egypt Valley Country Club (EVCC) in Ada, Michigan is seeking an accomplished Director of Agronomy to lead all golf course and grounds operations as the Club prepares for a significant period of capital investment and long-term planning. This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the General Manager and overseeing agronomic operations across two championship-level Arthur Hills designed courses.

EVCC is committed to these core values: Community, Quality, Family, Professionalism.

Club Highlights:

• Maintenance Budget: $1,800,000 (equipment excluded)
• Annual Rounds: 44,000 (including ~5,000 outing rounds)
• Staffing: 9 year-round employees; approximately 40 seasonal staff
• Turf Types: Penncross bentgrass (greens & fairways), bluegrass/fescue/perennial rye (roughs), native tall grass areas
• Irrigation System: $6,000,000 Toro irrigation system replacement planned for 2026
• Equipment: All equipment owned; predominantly Toro
• 10 golf course committee members (as well as 3 staff). The committee meets four times per year.

Future Projects:

• $6,000,000 irrigation replacement (2026)
• $3,500,000 Master Plan projects including bunker renovations, hole modifications, and replacement/removal of 95% of cart paths (2026)

SUCCESS TRAITS OF THE INDIVIDUAL:

The successful candidate will embody the following characteristics:

• Dependable, accountable, and fiscally responsible
• Strong leadership presence with emotional intelligence
• Quiet confidence
• Strategic thinker with an ownership mentality
• Organized planner with exceptional attention to detail
• Visionary and problem solver
• Approachable coach and trainer who values teamwork
• Known for consistently producing firm and fast conditions
• Passionate about golf and enjoys hands-on work in the field
• Flexible, open-minded, and dedicated to long-term success at EVCC

INITIAL PRIORITIES OF THE POSITION:

• Assume responsibility for daily course and grounds operations
• Build strong relationships with existing staff and Club leadership
• Evaluate and understand current fertility, chemical, and agronomic programs
• Assess equipment fleet and operational efficiencies
• Assist with team planning and staffing for the 2026 season
• Balance time between field leadership and strategic evaluation
• Collaborate with the retiring Golf Course Manager, who will remain as Project Manager for capital projects through Spring 2027

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND APTITUDE:

• Provide leadership and oversight of all golf course and grounds maintenance operations
• Directly manage and support Superintendents for each course, as well as the Mechanic and Horticulturist
• Develop, manage, and monitor annual operating and capital budgets
• Ensure agronomic practices align with the Club’s standards and long-term goals
• Oversee planning and execution of major capital improvement projects
• Foster a culture of professionalism, safety, training, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with the General Manager, Golf Course Committee, and other department heads
• Represent agronomy operations in Golf Course Committee meetings (4 annually)
• Maintain the highest standards of course conditioning and member satisfaction

PREFERRED / REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field (required)
• Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in golf course maintenance leadership (4–7 years considered with strong qualifications)
• Demonstrated experience managing large teams and complex budgets
• Strong background in bentgrass management and northern climate agronomy
• Experience with large-scale capital projects and irrigation systems preferred

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Compensation to commensurate with experience at similar demographic facilities
• Performance-based bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 50% employer match up to $1,000 annually
• HSA employer contribution
• PTO/Vacation (negotiable)
• Long-term disability insurance
• Continued education and professional development
• Local and national association dues
• Meals provided
• Golfing privileges
• Gas allowance

ABOUT EGYPT VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB:

Egypt Valley Country Club is a private member-owned country club committed to delivering a championship golf experience for our family and our community. Guided by core values of Community,

Quality, Family, and Professionalism, EVCC has a long-standing reputation for investing in its people, facilities, and long-term vision. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead during an exciting era of transformation and growth while building a lasting legacy at the Club.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested applicants should apply on Bloom Golf Partners website with a cover letter and résumé addressed to:

Egypt Valley Country Club Search Committee

c/o Tyler Bloom, Search Consultant

Bloom Golf Partners  <--Link Here to Apply

The application deadline is February 6, 2026. In-person interviews will be taking place in late February