Assistant Golf Course Superintendent – John F. Kennedy Golf Course

With eight golf facilities, Denver Golf has something for everyone: one 27-hole regulation golf course, four 18-hole regulation golf courses, one 18-hole executive mountain golf course, two 9-hole par three golf courses, two Miniature Golf facilities, five driving ranges (including the signature Aqua Golf water range), six Restaurants, and Denver Junior Golf - The First Tee of Denver (one of the largest Junior Golf programs in the country). Denver Golf has outstanding course conditions and top-notch guest services for the best value. From urban golf settings to mountain vistas, you will find it here at Denver Golf.

Denver Parks and Recreation’s Golf Division is looking to hire an enthusiastic and hard-working Assistant Superintendent to join our team at John F. Kennedy Golf Course. Kennedy Golf Course boasts 36-holes of golf (400 acres) and is a great landing spot for high-performing turfgrass professionals who enjoy a fast-paced environment. Building strong professional teams from within is a high priority for Denver Golf, and this course presents opportunities to grow and develop, so that you’re ready for your next role!

The Assistant Superintendent will report directly to the Superintendent and will be responsible for ensuring high-quality turf conditions, executing golf course operation priorities set forth by the Superintendent, and managing the day-to-day course maintenance.

John F. Kennedy Golf Course is looking for a confident, team-oriented individual to join their team. Our ideal candidate will be savvy on identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions, will be an adept problem solver, and is willing to learn new trades and skills to support operations. Our ideal candidate will be comfortable working in all weather conditions, not afraid to jump in when needed, and will be comfortable interacting with a diverse team of coworkers as well as with the public.

In addition, our ideal candidate will have:

• Experience with cool season and winterization of courses, particularly in a high plains semi-arid environment
• Experience with golf course operations and turf management
• Experience using and training staff on Toro LYNX Control System, Toro myTurf Equipment Management Software, FROST GPS Spray System, and POGO Turf
• Experience managing seasonal/on-call employees

We realize your time is valuable, so please do not apply unless you have the following minimum qualifications:

• Education Requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
• Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience in golf course maintenance
• Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements
• Licensure and/or Certification: Possession of a Qualified Supervisor Turf Pest Control License from the Colorado Department of Agriculture prior to the completion of the probationary period; licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent duties include:

• Directing and supervising the work of up to 25 seasonal outdoor workers
• Supervising irrigation and water management practices
• Overseeing and conducting chemical and pesticide application
• Managing the planning and execution of irrigation system changes and updates, and course construction projects (as needed)
• Ensuring proper winterization of the course including fencing, tarping, end-of-season agronomy practices, irrigation winterization, and chemical applications
• Monitoring, controlling, and ordering maintenance inventory
• Enforcing and following safety standards and practices for employees
• Partnering with their assigned Recruiter to attract, interview, hire, and retain seasonal employees
• Recommending employee disciplinary action to the Superintendent as needed
• Performing other related duties as assigned