Assistant Golf Course Manager - Grounds & Irrigation

Posting Number: S14817P Working Title: Asst Golf Course Superintendent Department: Auxiliary University Golf Cour About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. College/Unit/Department website: golfcourse.uga.edu Posting Type: External Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible Full/Part time: Full Time Additional Schedule Information: This position offers a 40 hour work week. Hours and schedule varies, and includes Holidays/Weekends/inclement weather. Advertised Salary: $50,000+ (commensurate with experience) Posting Date: 03/04/2026 Open until filled: Yes Proposed Starting Date: 04/01/2026 Location of Vacancy: Athens Area EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. 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Classification Title: Grounds Professional I FLSA: Exempt FTE: 1.00 Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: Experience in bentgrass greens management; crew supervision; aerification; operational knowledge of golf course equipment and chemical application. Position Summary: This is a highly responsible professional that is managing 18 holes on a golf course, putting green, and surrounding areas. There are 200 acres of property within this person’s supervisory responsibilities. This includes building maintenance, environmental/safety regulation and compliance, and organization of events, etc. This individual also has budgetary responsibilities, such as maintaining the annual budget for building use and facilities maintenance. Above all, this incumbent is responsible for the general supervision and maintenance of the course as well as the maintenance of the crew, which consists of approximately 5-8 full-time staff and 10-20 part-time student employees. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Turfgrass Management. Delegate to others and ensure tasks are completed in timely fashion. Up to date with processes regarding golf course maintenance. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Knowledge of UGA Golf Course Best Management Practices Guidelines. Be proficient with Irrigation software. Physical Demands: Heavy lifting. Adverse weather conditions. Being on your feet for long periods of time. Driving as needed to perform job duties. Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: Yes Does this position require a P-Card? : No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website . Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website . Duties/Responsibilities: Training: Responsible for on-boarding, training, and continuing education of new as well as current employees. Time should be allocated each month for either the training of new employees and/or continuing the training of current employees. Enough time should be allocated that the employee(s) feel comfortable with the day to day tasks required by someone on the maintenance staff. Employee Time Management: Schedule out work for employees within budgetary limits. This includes maintaining an accurate tracking system that is updated daily. Adjustments should be made in a timely fashion. Amounts that exceed or don’t meet must be justified in writing as to why. Weekend work schedules should be accurately scheduled and enforced. Daily Scheduling and Supervision of Work: Additional assignments should be decided and posted prior to the completion of an employee’s first task. An accurate Excel or similar form should be kept on a daily basis that details the tasks that were completed and the amount of time it took. Schedule in a fashion that maximizes efficiency. This position is responsible for hiring and firing of subordinate positions. Conduct Performance Evaluations for all subordinate employees. This also includes all grace period evaluations for new hires. Management of the Timekeeping System: Timecards for all employees should be monitored and approved in a timely manner. Ensure that employees are approving their own timecards in a timely manner. Ensure employees are taking proper breaks and maintaining a consistent card. Supervise Field Irrigation Maintenance: Perform all of the Irrigation Technicians duties and work directly with the Irrigation Technician in order to maintain a fully operational irrigation system. Diagnose irrigation problems in order to be able to select an appropriate course of action. There are over 1,000 irrigation heads, multiple control boxes and underground valves. This includes, but is not limited to, electrical problems, breaks, leaks, head problems, nozzle selection and timing issues. This also includes the maintenance and repair of the river pump. Percentage of time: 48 Duties/Responsibilities: Care of Maintenance Facilities: Maintain all maintenance facilities by ensuring all buildings are clear and free of debris. Any repairs that are needed should be completed in a timely manner. A visual check, of all facilities, should be made at least once a week. Things that should be checked are cleanliness, organization, safety gear, spill containment units, and for any potential EPD/EPD violations. Care of Chemical Buildings: Manage an organized and clean chemical building. This includes making sure containers are properly labeled, soluble products are above liquid products, floors are clear of any spills, spill containment unit is accessible, safety gear is available, and products are grouped according to their classifications. A check sheet is completed monthly to ensure the aforementioned items are checked thoroughly. Maintain rapport with UGA Environmental Safety Division Representative and schedule meetings biannually to review and comply with any recommendation that is made. Integrated Pest Management: Responsible for accurately scouting for pests on 150 acres of the property with special attention being paid to the greens, tees, fairways. Appropriate action should be taken to control such pests. Environmental, budgetary, economical feasibility, customer impact, and federal and local regulations should be among some of the considerations taken when selecting a course of action. Pesticide Application & Chemical Management: Apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and fertilizers in accordance with label instructions, university policies, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain and operate spray equipment and application machinery to ensure accurate calibration, proper coverage, and safe operation. Demonstrate a working knowledge of application techniques, weather considerations, environmental protection practices, and integrated pest management (IPM) principles. Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to all safety protocols for handling, mixing, loading, and application. Perform proper mixing, loading, rinsing, and cleanup procedures, including triple-rinsing containers, spill prevention, and appropriate disposal according to regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate and timely application records in compliance with regulatory and institutional requirements. Assist in managing chemical storage areas, ensuring products are properly labeled, secured, organized, and stored according to safety and environmental standards. Monitor and maintain chemical inventory levels, track usage, and assist with ordering to ensure adequate supply while minimizing waste and expired materials. Assist in maintaining compliance with Right-to-Know, SDS documentation, and chemical safety programs. Respond appropriately to spills or emergencies and follow established incident reporting procedures. Management of Golf Course Bathrooms, Rain Shelters, Golf Maintenance Office and Shop Bathroom: These areas are to be checked for cleanliness and functionality. A checklist for the cleaning contractor should be kept and any variation or under standard conditions should be reported to the contractor/manager. All non-emergency repairs should be made in a timely fashion as long as budgetary limits allow. For non-emergency major repairs, a proposal should be created and submitted that includes 3 competitive quotes. Underground storage tank (fuel) management: Obtain and maintain a Class A, B, and C operator’s certification through the state of Georgia. Accurately inspect, maintain and keep records as required by the state, be able to train all employees on class C certification, and accurately record the successful completion of such training. Ensure signage, spill containment, and safety equipment are present and operational at all times. Percentage of time: 37 Duties/Responsibilities: Coordinate and schedule equipment needs and changes with maintenance mechanic. Proper communication should be maintained with the mechanic on scheduling of maintenance activities. Desired changes in equipment set-up should be reported to the mechanic in a timely manner and sufficient time should be allowed for such changes. Visual assessment of equipment performance should be noted in the field and reported to the mechanic whether good or bad. Percentage of time: 5 Duties/Responsibilities: Golf Course Improvement Projects: A written report should be made to show the cost, time of completion, and justification for such projects. A digital copy of every project proposal should be kept. Projects should be selected on the basis of level of need. Percentage of time: 5 Duties/Responsibilities: Irrigation Software and Irrigation Pump Maintenance: Use Irrigation software that operates all of the irrigation including the pump station. Schedule, adjust, and troubleshoot in order to provide water as needed in the most efficient manner. Follow all local water restrictions and use the UGA Golf Course Best Management Practices Guidelines when watering. A monthly log of total usage is to be kept on hand. Meet with and supervise the biannual preventive maintenance of the two pump stations. Pump stations should be kept clean and free of debris. Percentage of time: 5 Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name: David Fleming Recruitment Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr