Asst Superintendent, Parks

Job Summary

This operations level Assistant Superintendent assists in planning, coordinating, supervising, and executing golf course maintenance operation applying specialized knowledge of turfgrass management, agronomy, irrigation, horticulture, and equipment. Directs and participates in the daily care of golf course grounds, performs complex and varied work requiring adaptation to changing weather, turf, course, environmental, staffing, and operational conditions.

Exercises independent judgment within established policies, procedures, and direction from the Golf Course Superintendent. Provides direct supervision and leadership to seasonal and full-time maintenance staff by assigning work, establishing priorities, training and developing employees, monitoring work quality and safety, and collaborating with clubhouse operations and other departments within the City of Fort Collins.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs and participates in daily golf course maintenance operations, establishing priorities and adapting work to weather, turf conditions, course use, staffing, and operational needs.
• Plans and implements turfgrass and agronomic practices to maintain healthy turf and consistent playing conditions, including irrigation, fertility, cultural practices, and pest management.
• Supervises and leads assigned maintenance staff by assigning work, establishing priorities, training employees, monitoring performance and safety, and supporting employee development.
• Coordinates irrigation operations and maintenance to support efficient water use and reliable course conditions, including monitoring system performance, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Coordinates the maintenance and repair of golf course equipment, facilities, and infrastructure to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Supports sustainable golf course management and environmental stewardship practices through responsible management of water, fertilizers, pesticides, equipment, and other resources.
• Coordinates maintenance projects and operational activities with clubhouse operations, other City departments, contractors, and external partners, and responds to customer and community concerns related to golf course maintenance.
• Applies City policies, safety requirements, environmental regulations, and established maintenance standards to daily operations; identifies and addresses operational concerns and escalates issues requiring higher-level direction.
• Supports emergency, weather-related, and seasonal operations, including snow removal and adjusted work schedules as operational needs require.
• Serves in the Golf Course Superintendent's capacity during periods of absence, providing continuity of daily operations, staff direction, and operational decision-making within established policies and delegated authority.
• Works a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, holidays, and occasional adjusted hours based on seasonal and operational needs. This job description is a living document and may not be all-inclusive; employees are responsible for other duties as assigned.