Assistant Grounds Superintendent (Golf)

Summary

This position is located at Casa Linda Golf Course, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, FL. The purpose of this position is to assist the Golf Course Superintendent in the maintenance of the golf course, which includes the greens, tees, fairways, roughs, irrigation systems and grounds maintenance duties of all MWR facilities and grounds maintenance equipment. Incumbent assists with upkeep of a 27-hole golf course consisting of 275 acres.

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Duties

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(Duties include but are not limited to):

• Assists the Golf Course Superintendent in making determinations in the use of pesticides, chemicals, fertilizer and grass seed needed for the upkeep of an 27 hole Golf Course which includes greens, tees, fairways, roughs, practice range, equipment maintenance building, equipment storage building, chemical storage and mixing building, irrigation system, pump house and ponds within the confines of the Golf Course. Tours the Golf Course to review work in progress and to observe the condition of the Golf Course.
• Assists and ensures the proper functioning of the irrigation system and determines the correct amount of water applied on greens, tees, and fairways under various climatic conditions.
• May make decisions on the amounts and types of soil nutriments and fertilizers to be applied to greens, fairways and roughs. Must know how to take soil samples and decipher results for necessary amendments. Administers amounts and types of soil nutriments and fertilizers for the greens, tees, fairways and roughs.
• Assists and makes recommendations for the selection, application, storage, and otherwise safe handling of pesticides and other toxic substances. Takes preventative measures to prevent damage to the course by small animals. Oversees the Hazardous Material and Hazardous Waste Program for the Golf Course.
• Must be able to recognize turf damage by fungus and insects, apply fungicide, pesticide and pematicides to correct problem. Must be able to calibrate sprayers and sprinklers so that the correct amount of materials will be applied to designated areas.
• Assists in ensuring that equipment is maintained and repairs are performed to acceptable standards. Offers advice in the selection of new and replacement equipment for the Golf Course and its maintenance. Insures through the mechanic that the equipment assigned is at an acceptable standard to maintain the Golf Course. Plans changes and improvements to the Golf Course.
• Assists with the requisition, storing, and inventories of equipment, pesticides, fertilizers, and other materials required maintaining Golf Course. Ensures appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available and used properly.
• Assists in staff selections, training and job assignments. Approves leave and verifies time cards. Provides job descriptions for employees. Assists and provides input for employees annual performance evaluations. Supervises Tractor Operate Leaders, (15) Tractor Operators, (1) Mechanic Leader, and (1) Motor Vehicle Operator.
• May assist with annual budget estimates for course maintenance within the framework of a specified allocation. Submits request for purchase of all needed materials, new equipment and maintenance of items on hand. Maintains records as required by the MWR Department to include MSDS, safety, schedules, correspondence, purchase orders, etc.
• Assists, consults, and advises other MWR Division Managers on turf management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Hours of work vary to include split days off, possible late evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Incumbent must be able to work both indoors and outdoors, without a fixed schedule. The work areas are adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. Administrative work is performed in a normal office setting.
• Work may require sitting, walking, long periods of standing, bending and lifting of moderately heavy items up to 80 lbs. unassisted. Incumbent may lift heavier weight, but with assistance.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Must possess a degree in Turf Grass management/Agronomy.
• Required to have a broad background in Golf Course maintenance and operations, having experience and knowledge of established agronomic practices.
• Required to have a knowledge of various types of pests and the pesticides required for treatment.
• Be a graduate of the Navy Department, Medical Entomology and Pest Control Technology Course of attend and complete the course within 6 months after employment.
• Experience in determining the method of operation and analysis of complex problems and interpretations of procedures.
• Required having a working knowledge and professional expertise of Golf Course equipment.
• Required having knowledge and understanding of the rules of golf along with the ability to view golf course from the perspective of the patron.
• Must possess ability to lead and supervise employees.
• Must have current and valid drivers' license.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest

KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. As of May 7, 2025, The REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access to Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Education

Required:

** Applicants can qualify based on education OR experience OR a combination of both. If qualifying based on education, applicants must submit transcripts showing degree awards and course work. **

A bachelor's degree in Turf Management or a closely related field.

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At least three years of relatable work experience as described in qualifications.

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Combination of both Education and Experience.

Additional information

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to:

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.).
• Stability of Federal Civilian Service
• People with passion for doing work that matters
• Quality of Work Life Balance

Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.- Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.- For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date.

The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to View email address on click.appcast.io to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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This is a regular full-time position with the following benefits: (No enrollment waiting period - immediate enrollment and coverage available)

• Annual Leave - 13 Per Calendar Year (based on percentage earned each pay period) (Must be onboard 90 days before using annual leave - Usage is allowed the first pay period after the 90-day mark is achieved).
• Sick Leave - 13 Per Calendar Year (based on percentage earned each pay period)
• Paid Holidays - 11 Per Year
• Medical (vision included) and Dental Insurance
• NAF Retirement Plan
• 401K Savings Investment Plan with employer match up to 3%
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Basic life insurance with optional life and spouse/dependent coverage
• Medical savings account (FSA)
• Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation Programs to include Golf Courses, Marinas, Gyms/Fitness Centers, Bowling Centers, Restaurants, Discounted Tickets and Travel options and shopping privileges at the Navy Exchange!

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