Manage a 27 hole golf facility with a large practice facility, collaborate with the resort grounds team on the overall appearance of the property, work with PGA Rules and Agronomy teams for the PGA Champions Tour event, and partner with the General Manager to develop the property's agronomic plan and capital projects to enhance the courses.
Experience Required
Bachelor's degree (BA), preferably in Agronomy; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five to ten years of related experience.
Valid driver's license required.
Must have a State Pesticide Applicator License.
Possesses expert-level understanding of irrigation principles and management.
Demonstrates the ability to build and implement an elemental-based fertility program.
Experience in course renovations, including irrigation system replacements.
Develop budgeting and capital plans and manage department expenses in accordance with property directives.
Provide timely and accurate reporting of financial and non-financial information as directed.
Implement Troon Golf agronomy standards and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Stay current on agronomic information.
Ensure proper mixing, calibration, and application of chemicals and fertilizers used on the course.
Ensure associates obtain proper training and licenses to perform job tasks safely and compliantly.
Address real or perceived environmental concerns.
Maintain awareness of all agronomic activity on the course and provide feedback and direction to key staff members.
Ensure effective communication within the department and across departments.
Provide leadership and a positive work environment that fosters teamwork, communication, ethical behavior, cleanliness, and a can-do attitude.
Develop, train, coach, discipline, mentor, and manage department team members for daily operations and upward mobility.
Interview, hire, train, assign, direct work, evaluate performance, reward, discipline, address complaints, and resolve problems.
Manage maintenance staff, which may include Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Environmental Technical, Mechanic, Foreman, Irrigation Technician, Greenskeeper, and Equipment Operator roles.
Ensure effective orientation and training for each new associate.
Develop ongoing training programs.
Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, subject to applicable law and eligibility criteria
