Assistant Greens Superintendent

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: about 18 hours ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004347P
Position Title Assistant Greens Superintendent
Division/College Auxiliary Services-MID
Department UI Golf Course
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
The Assistant Greens Superintendent supervises and participates in the management, maintenance, and improvement of the University of Idaho Golf Course. The University of Idaho Golf Course is an integrated part of Auxiliary Service which focuses on providing quality products and services to university students, faculty and the greater community.
Position Overview
This position supervises and participates in the management, maintenance and improvement of the golf course.
Duties may include:
  • Assist with planning, scheduling and supervising golf course maintenance
  • Train seasonal employees
  • Inspect and record inventories of fertilizers, chemicals, and other supplies
  • Installation and operation of irrigations systems
  • Preform equipment maintenance
  • Course set up
  • Operate equipment used to maintain a golf course
  • Maintain personal and golf course compliance with regulations
  • Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
Golf Course | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Golf course or green industry supervisory experience or turfgrass management education equivalent to two years
Required Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university vehicles
  • Possess or have the abilityobtain within 90 days of hire an Idaho professional (Pesticide) Applicators License including the categories of Law and Safety, Ornamental Herbicide, and Ornamental Insecticide/Fungicide
  • Possess membership in or have the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire membership in the Inland Empire Golf Course Superintendents Association (IEGCSA) and Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA)
  • Ability to work weekends, holidays, early mornings and evenings based upon seasonal requirements including but not limited to weather, tournaments, and other scheduled activities
Additional Preferred
Experience in/with:
  • Working and solving problems with little or no precedence in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Operating and maintaining equipment, hand and power tools associated with golf course and/or landscape maintenance
  • Evaluating the safety and mechanical integrity of golf course/landscape equipment
  • Irrigation and drainage systems and their maintenance
  • Mixing, using and correctly applying chemicals and fertilizers
  • Making decisions regarding daily golf course maintenance
  • Communicating with employees and golfing clientele
  • Horticulture and professional golf course maintenance and related safety practices
  • Turf grass and soil types
  • Sprinkler system layout and design
  • Computer applications
  • Leading staff, making decisions and solving problems during the absence of a supervisor
  • Continuing training to stay current with changing trends in golf course maintenance
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move up to 50 pounds in a routine, repetitive manner as needed
  • Ability to work with and on ladders
  • Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, twist, dig, climb and walk on a routine basis throughout the day
Degree Requirement N/A: No degree requirement

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $27.00 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Posting Date 03/19/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification , current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than April 2, 2024.
In your letter of qualification , using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align. The information provided in your letter of qualification will be used to determine eligibility for an interview and demonstrate your communications skills.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at [email protected] .
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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