Agronomy Operations Director

Responsibilities Manages the daily operation of the Winstar 36-hole resort golf course, which entails the VIP course and the Resort course. This also includes overseeing 210 acres of maintained turf and over 2 million dollars’ worth of equipment. Manages the daily schedules and monitors the performance of 60 golf course employees. Oversees the management of the construction, renovation, and/or reconstruction of the golf course through maintenance staff or outside contractors. Administer and prepare the annual budgets for the maintenance and capital improvement of the 36-hole resort to present to the owner. Manages all maintenance and project work through experienced agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve the agreed-upon maintenance standards and long-range goals established for the Winstar golf course set forth by the owner. Oversees the scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish the work. Frequently inspects the 36-hole golf course facility and related areas to evaluate how well management standards are being achieved and to effect changes in management programs that are set forth by the owner. Presents all expenditures and exercises cost control measures to keep, as nearly as possible, operating and capital expenses in line with the approved budgets as approved by the manager. Responsible for financial management and development of annual operations budget and capital budget. This includes monthly/quarterly forecasting of actual expenses versus budget and reporting to Owners. Supervise the efficient operation of an equipment service and repair shop. Supervise the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turfgrasses and trees. Supervise the development and maintenance of drainage, irrigation, pumping, and water reservoir systems. Manages an inventory of and supervises the proper use of pesticides and chemicals. Prepares the approved pesticide list for Chickasaw Environmental. Track and purchase equipment and tools needed to maintain the 36-hole facility. Monitor the purchase ordering and receiving program to maintain proper inventories of supplies and ensure proper quantity and price on all purchases. Keeps accurate and complete records on inventory, weather data, maintenance procedures, MSDS, pesticide applications, etc. Communicates regularly with PGA manager and golf professionals to discuss activities, goals, plans, and member/customer input. Ultimately responsible for ensuring the highest quality course conditions at all times. Works with the Chickasaw environmental group to ensure the golf property is utilizing best management practices for the environment. Manages environmental projects towards working with Audoban society to become a certified environmental sanctuary and maintain that status. Administer water reports for the Chickasaw tribal utility authority on water usage and water condition. Supervise equipment maintenance and repair operations. Establish and implement a cleaning and preventative maintenance program for appropriate equipment, tools, vehicles, etc. Ensure maintenance of all appropriate quality and cleanliness standards, equipment repair areas, equipment storage areas, chemical and fertilizer storage areas, receiving areas, washing areas, lunchroom areas, restrooms, etc. Oversee the management, development, discipline, and performance of direct and non-direct staff. Ensures that the safety and proper function of the #J-18808-Ljbffr Thebuildersagc