Golf Course Superintendent (Internal Posting Only)

The City of Grand Rapids is hiring a full-time Golf Course Superintendent.  Under the general direction of the Director of Golf, the Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for all activities related to the care and maintenance of the golf course, grounds, and equipment.  Other duties include plan and implement budgets.  Hire, train, and supervise staff. Apply relevant landscaping, horticultural principles to assure that quality standards are consistently achieved and /or exceeded. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: 

• Develop the annual maintenance budget and operating plan.  Implement the plan according to City operating policies and procedures to ensure cost containment.
• Plan and implement staffing schedules to ensure quality standards are achieved at minimum employee cost.
• Maintain the golf course in proper playing condition.
• Develop and maintain drainage, irrigation, pumping and water reservoir systems.
• Supervise all planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, and trees on the golf course and grounds. Develop and implement a fertilizer, aeration and Integrated Pest Management program for proper turf grass and plant care.
• Supervise course construction projects.
• Supervise equipment maintenance and repair operations.  Establish and implement a cleaning and preventative maintenance program for appropriate equipment, tools, vehicles, etc.
• Ensure maintenance of all appropriate quality and cleanliness standards including, but not limited to, employee hygiene and uniforms, equipment repair areas, equipment storage areas, chemical and fertilizer storage areas, receiving areas, washing areas, lunchroom areas, restrooms, etc.
• Implement and monitor the purchase ordering and receiving program to maintain proper inventories of supplies and ensure proper quantity and price on all purchases.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, OSHA rules and regulations, relating to chemical and fertilizer storage and disposal, employee safety, public safety, etc.
• Manage employment activities for applicable staff members, including but not limited to, personnel recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, training, compensation, discipline and termination, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations.
• Maintain accurate records for pertaining to department activities including, but not limited to, labor schedules, course maintenance, construction activities, equipment repair, safety meetings and activities, fertilizer and chemical applications and pest control practices.
• Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required operational, financial, budgetary and related reports.
• Perform other duties as appropriate.

Please see the attached job description for additional job duties, and other skills required for the position.  

Education/Qualifications/Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• 5 years applicable functional, supervisory and/or management experience, preferably in the golf industry.
• Minnesota driver’s license with no suspensions or revocations within the past five (5) years or have the ability to obtain upon hire.
• MN Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or the ability to obtain within one year. 
• CPR/First Aid Certification required within one year.
• Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of budget development, fiscal management, strategic planning, staff management.
• Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.
• Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.
• Safety sensitive position subject to random drug, alcohol, and cannabis testing. 

Experience:  The ideal candidate will have 5 years applicable functional, supervisory, and/or management experience, preferably in the golf industry.

2026 Salary Range:   $48,139.00 to $64,336.00 annually.  This position is classified at Grade 6.  This position is a full-time exempt position. 

Summary of Benefits:   100% employer paid premium for health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance for single or family plan, PERA Pension, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement.

Application Process:  Internal applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and a City of Grand Rapids employment application to Chery Pierzina, Human Resources Officer at cpierzina@grandrapidsmn.gov.  The application deadline is Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at noon.  

Employment is contingent upon City Council appointment.  

City of Grand Rapids - Human Resources
420 North Pokegama Avenue                                 
Grand Rapids, MN  55744-2662
www.cityofgrandrapidsmn.com
(218) 326-7606 phone

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.