Golf Course Worker - Seasonal

Position Details

Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title
Golf Course Worker - Seasonal


Posting Number
26TM0151


Department
Golf Course NB


Overview


The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.

Posting Summary


Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Golf Course Worker (Seasonal) for the Rutgers Golf Course.

Among the key duties of this position are the following.

• Greeter Duties: Greet players on 1st tee and provide them with course pace of play policy and any other course conditions/circumstances, record 9 and 18 hole playing times and communicate any issues with professional staff and seasonal course rangers/greeter. Position will adhere to all written RU Golf Course guidelines.
• Starter Duties: Greet and assist players upon arrival, assist with transporting golf equipment for players across the street to the staging area, ensure each scheduled reservation gets to 1st tee time to be met by greeter, inform players of pace of play policies in absence of greeter, communicate any issues related to customers or course equipment with professional staff. Position will adhere to all written RU Golf Course Guidelines.
• Player Assistant/Ranger Duties: Monitor and assist players in RUGC pace of play, ensure that players follow RUGC policies, repair ball marks and fairway divots and general trash cleanup. Must communicate any issues with professional staff and other seasonal rangers/greeters. Position will adhere to all written RU Golf Course Guidelines.
• Practice and Teaching Attendant Duties: Maintain a safe practice environment by ensuring customers practice off matted hitting area and not grass area in front of hitting stations, pick clean and sort range balls, monitor practice green to ensure the sage use of the area, monitor golf team area for student-athletes and approve use only, open/close Practice & Teaching facility. Must communicate customer or equipment issues with professional staff. Position will adhere to all written RU Golf Course Guidelines.

FLSA
Nonexempt


Salary Details
$16.00 - $20.00/hourly


Offer Information


The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits


Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status
Part Time


Working Hours
up to 40


Daily Work Shift
Rotating


Work Arrangement

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft


Terms of Appointment
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Driver's License

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Standing for long periods.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Be able to communicate effectively both in face to face conversations with customers as well as when speaking on the phone or over the radio.
• Be able to work independently and follow supervisor directions.
• Be on time.

Preferred Qualifications

• For the Practice & Teaching position, you must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Knowledge of the game of golf is preferred in all positions.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing for long periods.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs.

Special Conditions

• Safe Driving Record

Posting Details


Posting Open Date
04/14/2026


Posting Close Date
07/10/2026


Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick


Home Location Campus
Busch (RU-New Brunswick)


City
Piscataway


State
NJ


Location Details


Rutgers University Golf Course, 777 Hoes Lane West

Pre-employment Screenings


All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: