1st Assistant Superintendent

Duties Through communication with the Superintendent as well as personal observations the Assistant Superintendent prepares and executes a daily schedule Monitors staff performance, documents necessary observations, monitors quality and quantity of work and provides input to staff Ensures a safe and clean work environment for all employees by enforcing OSHA and EPA regulations and federal and state laws Supervises and participates in the set up and monitoring of irrigation system, pump station and all necessary inventories Scouts the golf course on a regular basis for insect, weed, and disease problems. Diagnose any observations and take corrective action after discussion with Superintendent unless situation dictates otherwise Develops, implements and trains golf course employees on departmental policy and training manuals Provides orientation to new employees on departmental policy Coordinates, schedules, and inspects projects performed by outside vendors. Communicates with the Superintendent when any changes or delays occur other than scheduled Competent with irrigation management for cool season turf varieties Develops and maintains complete record documentation for the golf course operation in conjunction with the Golf Course Superintendent Provides input on projects, staff development, employee evaluations, discipline and termination issues and wage increases Assists with applicant interviews and Human Resource issues with the department Attends seminars and workshops for continued professional growth and development Receives and makes suggestions for improvements to procedure, equipment, etc Should be familiar with office related computer software such as Microsoft Excel and Word Serves as departmental liaison between other departments and committees, e.g. Safety Complete and submit monthly Highlights Report to Superintendent and Director Other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum of Associate Degree or Certificate in Turfgrass Science or related field from an accredited college, BS Degree preferred Minimum of two years experience at an assistant level and a total of five years experience in golf course maintenance Total familiarity with calibration procedures for all applicable turf equipment such as sprayers and spreaders Ability to write reports and attend meetings at intervals. Confident and conversant with all areas of course maintenance Must be able to competently operate all pieces of turf maintenance equipment as well as train and select employees for their proper use In conduct and department, the assistant should set an example for the staff Possess a Georgia Pesticide Applicators License in Category 24 Ability to lead and motivate staff Benefits Medical, dental, vision and life insurance Paid time off: 2 weeks of Vacation at time of hire, sick, personal days 401(k) with company match Flexible spending and health savings accounts LTD and STD Employee discounts: food, retail merchandise, boat rentals Golf privileges #J-18808-Ljbffr Reynolds Lake Oconee