The Superintendent at Ralph Myhre Golf Course is responsible for the daily and annual operation of the golf course and maintenance program. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: Turf/Horticulture maintenance programs, improvement projects, course set up, personnel management, financial planning/management, member relations, scheduling irrigation times/responsible for irrigation maintenance, pesticide applications/recording, and keeping strong relationships with other involved departments on campus.

This is a full-time, benefits eligible, salaried position with a hiring range of $X - $X per year.

Core Responsibilities:

• Oversees all aspects of the maintenance and agronomic operations on the golf course and surrounding landscape daily. This includes oversight of maintenance personnel and outdoor services crews, application of pesticide and fertilizers, construction and maintenance of the grounds, irrigation, and maintenance of the turf, flowers beds, and trees on the golf course and around the clubhouse.
• Supervises and evaluates maintenance contractors and Golf Course Maintenance employees including hiring, disciplinary actions, training, scheduling, performance reviews and providing daily direction. This includes educating, training, and enforcing all rules/regulations through the college handbook, safety companies, and proper equipment videos/hands on training.
• Works closely with the Golf Pro on golf course financial matters including determining annual operating budget and financial strategy, identifying capital improvements, documenting and reporting in compliance with the annual operating budget, settlement of P-card, and invoice submitting in Middlebury Colleges Oracle finance system.
• Manages, tracks, and organizes golf course contract work including selecting vendors and contractors, obtaining and approving project estimates, communicating with representatives, placing orders and ensuring work is completed on time and to specifications.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of all chemical application, tools, parts, and supplies as needed for optimal performance on the course.
• Works with, plans, and advises the Golf Pro on any golf course related maintenance that will affect business and or play.
• Is required to attend regular industry conferences and seminars to maintain credits for required certifications
• Documents and reports agronomic applications to the State of Vermont on an annual basis in accordance with state laws.

• Associates degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field preferred.
• Pesticide Applicators License required – or the ability to obtain within 6 months. Certification by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America Preferred
• Knowledge of irrigation patterns, drainage patterns, construct tees and/or greens.
• Interpersonal skills to resolve conflict and work with supervisors, officials, employees, members, and public.
• Skill in recruiting, supervising, training, monitoring, evaluating and motivating personnel.
• 3-5 years’ experience as a Golf Superintendent or 1st Assistant
• Knowledge of the game of golf, golf rules, regulations, and method of play.
• Knowledge of management and maintenance of all equipment, tools, irrigation system, and all turf related applications.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.

Other:

An offer for this position is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.

As an employee of Middlebury College in Vermont, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.

Middlebury offers its employees excellent compensation and competitive health, dental, life, disability, generous retirement matching, and vision benefits, and a generous time-away program - up to 34 days per year, increasing as the term of service lengthens. Employees are eligible for robust educational assistance programs. The result is a very high quality-of-life in a gorgeous setting. Middlebury Colleges offers its employees excellent compensation and other perks of employment including:

• MiddCard Privileges: access to athletic facilities, discounts at the college store, library privileges, and cultural and sporting events. Spouses or domestic partners are eligible to receive a card with the same privileges.
• Discounts on season passes at Middlebury College's Snow Bowl, the Ralph Myhre Golf Course and the Rikert Outdoor Center.
• Access to our Partner Inclusion Program that provides comprehensive support services to the spouses and partners of Middlebury employees.
• A full listing of our benefit offerings can be found on our website or click to see some of the other fun perks of working at Middlebury, whether in Middlebury, VT or Monterey, CA!

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.