31-Jul-2024

Yale Golf Course Superintendent

Athletics - Golf Course Operations

90058BR

31-Jul-2024

Yale Golf Course Superintendent

Athletics - Golf Course Operations

90058BR

University Job Title

Golf Course Superintendent

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Regular

Compensation Grade

athletics

Compensation Grade Profile

Golf Course Superintendent (24)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Athletics

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

200 Conrad Drive
New Haven, CT 06515

Work Model

On-site

Position Focus:

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the grounds maintenance operations at the historic Yale Golf Course. This includes the golf course, practice range and clubhouse. The golf superintendent is accountable for the procurement, payment processing and financial tracking of all supplies and materials and equipment related to grounds maintenance as well as monitoring and processing all payroll associated with full time and seasonal staff. As the manager of the grounds workforce, the superintendent schedules daily duties, provides training and monitors golf course activity and adjusts as needed. Maintains communication daily with the General Manager regarding golf course conditions or maintenance issues that may affect normal play.

The focus of the Yale Golf Course Superintendent is to provide a consistent championship level golf experience for the students, student-athletes, faculty, staff and alumni of Yale University.

Essential Duties

1. Develop a day to day maintenance program and make recommendations on enhancing agronomic conditions. 2. Supervises and schedules work assignments for University grounds maintenance staff at the golf course. 3. Provide guidance on restoration projects and make recommendations on renovations. 4. Establish maintenance standards to maintain the quality of turf conditions. 5. Plans all maintenance and project work, applying his or her agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve the agreed-upon maintenance standards and long-range goals. 6. Makes daily rounds of the golf course to ensure the quality of work performed, determine treatments and improvements to grounds. 7. Develops and implements daily golf preparation to schedule including course set up, mowing schedule and bunker preparation. 8. Schedules and monitors all spraying of pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals to ensure a disease-free environment. 9. Responsible for equipment, supplies and parts procurement, inventory controls and oversees equipment maintenance programs. 10. Determines when the use of outside contractors to accomplish maintenance goals is appropriate. 11. Keeps accurate and complete records on payroll, inventory, weather data, maintenance procedures, pesticide applications etc. 12. Programs, maintains and adjusts automated irrigation and pump house systems. 13. Responsible for organization and cleanliness of maintenance barn. 14. Plans all maintenance and project work, applying his or her agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve the agreed-upon maintenance standards and long-range goals. 15. Determines and procures the necessary pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals to ensure a disease-free environment. 16. Responsible for equipment, supplies and parts procurement, inventory controls and oversees equipment maintenance programs. 17. Staff Management: 18. Working with YUAD HR\ Labor Relations follows the contractual language with respect to supervision and progressive disciplinary procedures. 19. Manages seasonal student staffing when available. 20. Develops training programs and work procedures for grounds maintenance work unit. 21. Provides daily routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish defined maintenance standards. 22. Reviews need for OT based on budget and follows contractual OT equalization policies. 23. Adjusts and approves weekly staff payroll using university automated KRONOS payroll systems. 24. Evaluates and approves staff vacation requests. Financial 25. Monitors the general appropriation budget and reconciles expenses. 26. Approves and processes all invoices in a timely manner. 27. Creates expense reports for credit card expenditures using WorkDay. 28. Utilizes University procurement policies to improve pricing. 29. Creates inventory controls and manages inventory levels. 30. Supervises material and supply ordering and buying practices. Health and Safety: 31. Follows guidelines established by Yale Environmental Health and Safety. 32. Provides appropriate personal protective equipment for staff. 33. Monitors environmental records and regulations (i.e., water usage per state regulations). 34. Notifies staff on all chemical applications to ensure safety. 35. Provides necessary training opportunities for staff as required by EHS University’s Training Management System. Management Skills and Communication: 36. Communicates to the golf operations staff regarding golf course conditions or maintenance issues that may affect normal play. 37. Engages the grounds staff professionally and courteously in providing feedback or details on work duties. 38. Promotes interaction with grounds staff to promote teamwork. 39. Encourages staff and provides opportunities to attend workshops and seminars related to agronomics. 40. Aligns with Yale University Best Practices initiatives to create best possible work environment.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Turf Grass Management, Agronomy, or related field of golf course maintenance. Eight years related demonstrated experience or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

High degree of administrative and executive ability, especially in terms of problem-solving and decision-making.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Excellent supervisory and conflict management skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices and methods. A thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf. Advanced knowledge of agronomy and turf grass management practices, to include in-growing process.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Working knowledge of current federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Working knowledge of computers and computer software including email, Microsoft Word and Excel and automated irrigation systems.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Minimum 3 years as a golf superintendent preferred.Familiarity and ability to adapt to university and union work environments and guidelines.

Required Licenses or Certifications

Golf Course or Custom Grounds State Pesticide License.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:

Certified Golf Course Superintendent. Member of Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA).

Weekend Hours Required?

Yes

Evening Hours Required?

Yes

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus