Golf Course Turf Manager Position Available In Orange, Florida

Golf Course Turf Manager City of Winter Park – 3.4 Winter Park, FL Job Details Full-time $73,998.50 – $92,942.37 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Life insurance Qualifications 5 years Administrative experience Entomology Class E Supervising experience Horticulture Bachelor’s degree Soil science Budgeting Senior level Associate’s degree Leadership Communication skills GIS Full Job Description Description The Golf Course Turf Manager is a leadership role with a core focus on advanced turfgrass management aligned with USGA best practices. This position oversees the planning, implementation, and monitoring of agronomic programs that ensure first-rate playing surfaces across City golf courses. Work includes managing turf performance, supervising course maintenance staff, coordinating vendor services, working within the approved annual budget, and maintaining adherence to sustainable environmental and agronomic standards. Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Direct and implement comprehensive turfgrass management programs based on USGA recommendations, including aeration, topdressing, irrigation, pest control, mowing, and fertilization. Manage and optimize irrigation systems, ensuring precise water usage based on evapotranspiration rates, soil moisture levels, and climate data. Supervise turf maintenance operations for two golf courses, ensuring playability, safety, and aesthetics consistent with USGA course conditioning standards. Recruit, train, and evaluate maintenance staff, emphasizing turf science, equipment safety, and best practices. Diagnose and treat turf diseases and pest infestations using integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Maintain detailed records of turf treatments, pesticide applications, and fertility programs for regulatory compliance and performance tracking. Prepare agronomic budgets, recommend capital improvement projects for turf infrastructure, and track expenditures. Coordinate with subcontractors and programming partners to align turf readiness with tournaments and scheduled play. Respond to public inquiries related to course conditions, closures, or maintenance impacts and/or issues with residents neighboring the golf courses Conduct environmental assessments to ensure turf management aligns with sustainable land use practices and local regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Advanced knowledge of turfgrass science, soil science, plant pathology, and entomology. Proficiency with turf management software, GIS mapping, and weather-based irrigation technologies. Strong understanding of USGA agronomic guidelines and current best practices in golf course conditioning. Experience in selecting and maintaining specialized turf maintenance equipment. Ability to analyze soil and tissue test results and adjust nutrient programs accordingly. Effective leadership and team-building skills in a fast-paced, outdoor environment. Budgetary and administrative skills to manage operational and capital resources. Strong written and verbal communication abilities, including the preparation of technical reports. Ability to make critical and difficult decisions with some direction that conform to the policies and procedures of the City and the Department. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, city officials, and the general public. Ability to communicate information tactfully and impartially, both in person and in writing with all staff, city officials, and the general public. Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the City of Winter Park Core Competencies. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and keep accurate records. This position is performed with detailed knowledge – the incumbent has a thorough understanding of nearly all information in relevant source documents and is considered an expert in a particular subject field. Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum associates degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a closely related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of five years of experience in golf course turf management, including supervisory responsibilities. Certified or actively pursuing certification as a Golf Course Superintendent A through the GCSAA. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities and other competencies required for the position may be considered.

CERTIFICATIONS, TRAINING, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License, Class E or higher. Possession of a current Florida Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within six months of employment. Attendance at USGA regional agronomic conferences and turf science workshops is highly encouraged.

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All certifications must be current at the time of application and must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Supplemental Information

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Physical This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force repetitively to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping. Ability to ascend/descend stairs, scaffolds, and ladders. Ability to traverse about a variety of environments and obstacles throughout the city, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to position oneself to work in confined or difficult to reach spaces. Ability to manipulate objects, demonstrate small, precise movements, and operate necessary equipment such as small hand and power tools repetitively or continuously. Environmental Tasks may require infrequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions including inclement weather, sun, extreme temperatures, odors, dirt and dust, loud noises, and hazardous chemicals, etc. Sensory Tasks require the manipulation of objects and demonstration of small, precise movements, the ability to detect and distinguish various features of one’s surroundings, and the ability to effectively communicate and exchange information with others. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.