POSITION SUMMARY

In this Decatur Park District position, the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent will report to the Golf Course Superintendent and the Director of Golf and maintain the optimal playing condition of all golf course turf and grounds.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains and performs minor repair and programming on the automatic irrigation system and computerized controls
Supervises golf club maintenance personnel as directed and trains seasonal personnel
Maintains maintenance, fertilizer, and chemical records
Operates power mowing and cultivation equipment in trimming and renovating golf course greens, aprons and tees
Repairs and replaces pipe on sprinkler system at park locations
Operates dump truck and other light equipment.
Works in repair and laying out of cart paths, construction projects, and drainage systems
Waters, fertilizes and sprays tees, greens and fairways with fungicides and herbicides
Grades and prepares base, lays sod, and seeds tees, greens and fairways
Maintains weather and chemical application records and diagnoses pest problems
Submits reports on purchasing, payroll, material, fuel usage, water records, and equipment inventory
Attends work on a regular basis
Performs the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee handbook
Maintains a clean and organized work environment
Other duties may be assigned.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Changes pins and tee markers
Rakes and maintains sand traps
Renovates reel and rotary mowers
Trims trees and prunes shrubbery and flowers
Assists golf course maintenance staff on shop projects, as needed
Provides orientation and training to staff
Maintains required departmental records
Attends professional conferences and workshops to promote knowledge in related areas of responsibility and for continuing education

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises all non-exempt full-time, part-time and seasonal golf maintenance staff.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS/JOB EXPECTATIONS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

BA/BS in Turf Management, Horticulture Management or closely related field from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required
Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years of demonstrated success in golf course or landscaping maintenance
Or, any equivalent combination of education, experience and training
Valid Illinois Commercial Driver’s License with air brake qualifier, or the ability to obtain such within 3 months of hire date
Valid Illinois Driver’s License
Valid Illinois Pesticide Public Applicator License in turf, pest and ornamental control and right of way, or the ability to obtain such within 3 months of hire date
CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Strong knowledge of and the ability to construct and maintain greens, tees and fairways to an acceptable standard of golf play
Strong knowledge of seeding and maintaining turf on golf courses
Strong knowledge of planting, cultivating, pruning and caring for plants, shrubs and trees
Strong knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of fertilizers and soil conditioners
Good knowledge of herbicide and pest control methods and materials
Basic knowledge of irrigation watering systems
Thorough knowledge of the construction and maintenance of golf course tees, fairways, greens and golf cart paths
Good knowledge of the game of golf
Ability to cooperate with and interpret Park District philosophies in relation to governmental, public and private groups and agencies and to the general public
Strong knowledge of pertinent safety precautions
Ability to hire, supervise, train and evaluate the work of skilled and semi-skilled employees
Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other supervisors and subordinate employees
Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees, patrons, community groups and other units of local government.
Ability to work independently in day-to-day operations with general direction of the Superintendent of Golf Course Maintenance and the Director of Golf
Capacity to utilize effective time management skills and be able to work under the stress of multiple deadlines, requests from other departments and interruptions with accuracy
Ability to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships with both internal and external customers
Ability to demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work
Ability to communicate effectively with fellow staff and the public both orally and in writing
Capacity to be self-motivated and achieve goals with minimal supervision or direction
Ability to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situations
Capacity to utilize computer skills, including demonstrated proficiencies in word processing and basic spreadsheet and database applications
Capacity to proactively troubleshoot, problem solve and make sound judgments with respect to confidentiality

HOURS

Monday through Sunday, minimum of 40 hours a week, with work hours designated by the Superintendent of Golf Course Maintenance
Night, weekend and holiday scheduling may be required
Employee is considered to be on duty whenever the need exists
Occasional evening and weekend hours and being on call is required as needed

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

Sitting – occasionally	Walking – frequently	Strength – heavy (50-100 lbs.)
Climbing – occasionally	Balancing – occasionally	Stooping – frequently
Kneeling – frequently	Crouching – frequently	Crawling – occasionally
Reaching – frequently	Handling – frequently	Finger Movement – occasionally
Feeling - occasionally

General work area is out of doors and employee is exposed to extreme weather conditions, including extreme cold, snow, rain and ice
Employee will also be exposed to chemicals (i.e., fertilizer, pesticides, weed killers, fungicides)
Exposure to noise distractions from employees or equipment operation in adjacent work areas
Infrequent exposure to cleaning materials and office supplies (e.g., copier toner)
Exposure to chronic infectious disease while performing routine first aid or emergency procedures
Protective clothing and equipment is required as it pertains to the particular job duty:
Earplugs or ear covers
Safety goggles, glasses or face shield
Spraying respirator
Protective gloves
Rubber boots or leather-type steel tip work boots, OSHA approved
Hard hat
Protective suit or outerwear
Microshield
Latex gloves

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Decatur Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Assistant Golf Course Superintendent