Description

Hillandale Golf Course, Durham, North Carolina

Managed by: Amerazil Golf LLC

Public 18-hole George Cobb design

Recent driving range/putting course/short game area renovation project

Golf Course Superintendent needed to manage the daily maintenance and operations of a public golf facility with 23 Champion Bermuda putting surfaces. This role ensures the course provides an accessible, high-quality, and enjoyable playing experience for the local community. The ideal candidate will balance excellent turf management with fiscal responsibility, safety, and environmental stewardship in line with city guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Public Facility Maintenance: Oversee the conditioning of greens, fairways, tees, and roughs to withstand heavy municipal traffic and high-volume daily play.
• Irrigation & Water Management: Operate, maintain, and repair the course irrigation system, keeping a strong focus on water conservation and municipal compliance.
• Crew Leadership: Direct, schedule, and train a diverse maintenance crew (including seasonal staff), ensuring strict adherence to safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Budgeting & Procurement: Assist in developing the annual operating budget; manage expenses, track inventory, and prepare specifications for equipment purchasing according to company processes.
• Community & Civic Relations: Coordinate closely with the Director of Golf Operations and Head Golf Professionals to accommodate public tournaments, leagues, and community events. Respond professionally to public inquiries or feedback.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a closely related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in golf course turf management, with supervisory or assistant superintendent experience preferred. Public sector or municipal experience is a plus.
• Turf: Champion Bermuda putting surfaces, TifTuf driving range, common Bermuda on course.
• Licenses:
• Current or become current with all North Carolina and local chemical/fertilization application licenses and laws/regulations that would impact turf maintenance.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Skills: Proficiency in turfgrass science, heavy equipment operation, budget tracking, and basic administrative software.
• Physical: Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as required by weather or tournament schedules; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.