Description

Overview

Saddlebrook Resort is looking for highly motivated candidates to help Lead and Develop our Agronomy department. Salary: $70,000 based on experience. Entry Level Applicants are Welcome with the required education.

Experience Required

- A two or four-year college degree required- 1-3 years turf grass management- Pesticide license preferred- Supervisory experience preferred- Knowledge of budgeting and expense management- Must possess basic computer skills - Word and Excel- Must have a strong business aptitude and passion for the golf business- Must be highly organized and efficient with a high attention to detail- Must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills- Must Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Essential Responsibilities

- Works with the Superintendent to ensure that the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans are maintained and followed.- Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.- Assists in the planning, organizing and direction of the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.- Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees and ornamental plants.- Assists in the procurement of supplies and materials and ensures costs remain within budgetary limitations.- Keeps records of annual maintenance activities and costs and assists with the preparation of required prepares reports.- Follows sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible.- Reconciles and provides timely coding of all invoices, payroll and other required documents.- Ensures associates obtain proper license needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations. Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.- Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.- Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.- Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.- Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.