Director of Agronomy

Develops budgeting and capital Manages expenses within the department in accordance with the property directive. Provides timely and accurate reporting of all financial and non-financial information as directed, requested or required by General Manager/COO. Maintains clear understanding of and implements all agreed upon standards in addition to ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal regulatory standards/laws. Stays abreast of current agronomic, water management and horticulture information and best practices. Ensures proper mixing, calibration, and application of all chemical/fertilizers used on the golf course and throughout the community. Ensures that they and all associates obtain proper training and/or licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns. Maintains ongoing awareness of all agronomic and horticulture activity on the golf course and community providing constant feedback and direction to key staff members. Ensures both upward and downward communication within the department and inter- Provides leadership and a positive working environment that fosters teamwork, communication, ethical behavior, cleanliness and a "can do" attitude. Develops, trains, coaches, disciplines and mentors' managers within the department providing feedback, direction and leadership so that they may carry out the daily activities of the department, all while grooming them for upward mobility within the industry. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving Manages department members that may include but is not limited to any Maintenance staff such as: Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Environmental Technical, Mechanic, Foreman, Irrigation Technicians, Greenskeepers, and Equipment Operators. Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new Develops ongoing training programs. Regular and reliable Incorporates safe work practices in job Bachelor's degree (BA) preferably in Agronomy; and five to ten years related experience. Occasionally stands and walks; climbs or balances; tastes or smells. Regularly sits; uses hands; reaches with arms and hands. Frequently talks or hears. Regularly lifts to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 100 pounds. Competitive base salary of between $200,000 - $275,000 (based on experience) and performance bonus Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance coverage 401(k) plan with generous match Employee golf privileges and merchandise discounts Meals and other employee incentives Professional development allowance Paid time off Regularly works in extreme heat (non-weather); may come into contact with fumes or airborne particles as well as toxic or caustic chemicals; may experience vibration. Occasionally works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and near moving mechanical parts; risk of electrical shock. Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions. Noise level is moderate to loud. State Pesticide Applicator License Valid Driver's License Ability to read and speak English/Spanish may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English/Spanish speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English/Spanish). Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.