USAJOBS · 3 months ago
GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT WITH 2500 BONUS 1000 PAID AT 240 DAY AND 1500 PAID AT 12 MONTHS
Great Lakes, Illinois, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$29.50/hr - $34.50/hrThe Department of the Navy is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent for the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Department at Naval Station Great Lakes in Great Lakes, IL. The role involves providing technical expertise to maintain the golf course, including the greens, tees, fairways, and irrigation systems, while ensuring operations stay within budgetary limits.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Incumbent determines the requirements of pesticides, chemicals, fertilizer and grass seed needed for the upkeep of an 18 hole Golf Course
Course includes greens, tees, fairways, roughs, practice range, equipment and maintenance building, equipment storage building, chemical storage and mixing building, irrigation system, pump house and ponds within the confines of the Veterans Memorial Golf Course
Tours the Golf Course to review work in progress and to observe the condition of the Golf Course
Ensures the proper functioning of the irrigation system and determines the correct amount of water applied on greens, tees and fairways under various climatic conditions
Directs the amounts and types of soil nutrients and fertilizers to be applied to greens, fairways and roughs
Must know how to take soil samples and decipher results for necessary amendments
Administers amounts and types of soil nutrients and fertilizers for the greens, tees, fairways and roughs
Responsible for the selection, application, storage and otherwise safe handling of pesticides and other toxic substances
Takes preventative measures to prevent damage to the course by small animals
Oversees the hazardous Waste Program for the Golf Course
Must be able to recognize turf damage by fungus and insects, apply fungicide, pesticide and nematicides to correct problem
Must be able to calibrate spreaders and sprinklers so that the correct amount of materials will be applied to designated areas
Responsible for the equipment and its repair needed to maintain the Golf Course at an acceptable standard
Offers advice in the selection of new and replacement equipment for the Golf Course and its maintenance
Insures through the mechanic that the equipment assigned is at an acceptable standard to maintain the Golf Course
Plans changes and improvements to the Golf Course
Responsible for the requisition, storing and inventories of equipment, pesticides, fertilizers and other materials required in maintaining the Golf Course
Responsible for the supervision of several Laborers (NA-3502-03) and seasonal workers as needed
Incumbent is also responsible for training and job assignments for the Golf Course Maintenance Facility
Approves leave and verifies *Kronos* Timekeeping for employees
Provides job descriptions for employees
Prepares employees annual performance evaluations
Prepares and submits annual budget estimates for course maintenance within the framework of a specific allocation
Submits request for purchase of all needed materials, new equipment and maintenance of items on hand
Maintains records as required by the MWR Department
Responsible for snow removal, by truck, of MWR facilities
Qualification
Required
Required to have a broad background in Golf Course maintenance and operations, having experience and knowledge of established agronomic practices either attained through academic achievements or practical experience
Required to have knowledge of various types of pests and pesticides required for treatment and be certifiable in herbicide application
Experience in determining the method of operation and analysis of complex problems and interpretations of procedures
Required to have a working knowledge of and professional expertise in Golf Course equipment
Required to have knowledge and understanding of the rules of golf along with the ability to view golf course from the perspective of the patron
Must possess ability to lead and supervise employees
A Valid state driver's license current CPR/First Aid Certificate, and State and Federal pesticide mixing licenses are required
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