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Golf Course Superintendent Jobs (NOW HIRING)

NY · On-site

$90 - $110/hr

The Golf Course Superintendent oversees the maintenance of the golf course and ensures that turf grass is repaired and maintained to established standards. * Maintainchampionship quality greens, tees ...

Golf Course Superintendent

Novato, CA · On-site

$185K - $225K/yr

Marin Country Club , located in Novato, CA, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Golf Course Superintendent! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn ...

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for all aspects of golf course maintenance and construction, ensuring turf grass conditions meet established standards and elevating the overall course ...

$85 - $120/hr

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for all aspects of golf course maintenance and construction, ensuring turf grass conditions meet established standards and elevating the overall course ...

NY · On-site

$90 - $110/hr

Parkland Golf & Country Club, located in Parkland, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Golf Course Superintendent! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested ...

Raritan Landing Golf Course - Golf Course Superintendent Raritan Landing Golf Course, in Piscataway, NJ is owned by the Middlesex County Parks Department and managed by Indigo Sports, a subsidiary of ...

Sandia Golf Club , located in Albuquerque, NM , is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Full-Time Golf Course Superintendent ! We are seeking a motivated individual who is ...

Our Golf Course Superintendent provides leadership to an important function that is responsible for all aspects of golf course maintenance, ensuring turfgrass conditions and club landscaping meet ...

The Golf Course Foreman reports directly to the golf course Superintendent and Assistant golf course Superintendent. Responsibilities include equipment operation, irrigation repair and operation ...

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How much do golf course superintendent jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for golf course superintendent in the United States is $67,615.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a golf course superintendent?

Golf Course Superintendents are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily maintenance and management of golf courses. They ensure that the turf, landscaping, irrigation, and facilities are kept in top condition for play. Superintendents manage crews, budgets, and equipment, and often work closely with club management and golf professionals to provide the best possible playing conditions. Their expertise in agronomy, pest management, and environmental stewardship is essential to the health and appearance of the course.

What does a golf course superintendent do?

A golf course superintendent shoulders the responsibilities of maintaining a golf course. In this career, your duties include ensuring the players’ or members’ needs are being met, managing the labor and the course, and seeing to the financial wellbeing of the course and country club if there is one attached to the course. You also closely monitor the weather and climatic conditions for both the safety of the players and the course. A golf course superintendent typically reports to the course’s board of directors.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a golf course superintendent?

To thrive as a Golf Course Superintendent, you need expertise in turfgrass management, agronomy, and landscape maintenance, typically supported by a degree in turf management or related field and relevant certifications. Familiarity with irrigation systems, pest management software, and equipment maintenance tools is essential. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help manage crews and interact with club members effectively. These skills ensure the course remains in top condition, enhances player experience, and meets environmental and safety standards.

What are common challenges faced by golf course superintendents and how can they be managed?

Golf Course Superintendents frequently encounter challenges such as unpredictable weather conditions, pest and disease management, and balancing member expectations with environmental sustainability. Navigating these demands requires strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a proactive approach to turf management. Building a knowledgeable team, staying updated on industry best practices, and fostering open communication with golf professionals and grounds staff are key strategies for overcoming these challenges and maintaining course quality.

What is the difference between Golf Course Superintendent vs Groundskeeper?

AspectGolf Course SuperintendentGroundskeeper
CredentialsTypically requires a turf management degree or certificationHigh school diploma or equivalent, with on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentOversees entire golf course, including turf, landscaping, and facilitiesMaintains specific outdoor areas like lawns, gardens, or sports fields
Employer & IndustryGolf courses, country clubs, resortsPublic parks, sports complexes, private estates
Common Search & ComparisonGolf Course Superintendent vs Groundskeeper

The Golf Course Superintendent manages the overall health and maintenance of a golf course, requiring specialized turf management skills and certifications. Groundskeepers focus on maintaining specific outdoor areas and typically have less formal education. While both roles involve outdoor landscape work, the superintendent has broader responsibilities and oversight of the entire course.

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Infographic showing various Golf Course Superintendent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,615 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Golf Course Superintendent

Troon

NY • On-site

$90 - $110/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the maintenance of the golf course to ensure championship quality greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.

  • Supervise and assist maintenance staff in daily duties and cultural practices involved in growing turf grass.

  • Manage department members, ensure proper training and safety procedures, and maintain records of chemical and fertilizer applications.


Troon rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 123 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 29 rated golf clubs


Job description

Parkland Golf & CC
10001 Old Club Rd
Parkland, FL 33076, USA

Parkland Golf & CC
10001 Old Club Rd
Parkland, FL 33076, USA

Parkland Golf & Country Club, located in Parkland, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for aGolf Course Superintendent! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests. As an associate of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation: Base salary $90,000.00 to $110,000.00 plus annual performance bonus.

About Parkland Golf & Country Club:

Nestled within 790 acres in what is affectionately known as the “Relaxed City,” Parkland Golf & Country Club offers a distinctive blend of active recreational living, exceptional amenities, and unparalleled convenience. At the heart of the community is our 18-hole, par-72 Greg Norman-designed golf course, providing a premier setting for an extraordinary Club lifestyle. Parkland Golf & Country Club is proud to be recognized as an Elite Level Distinguished Club, a reflection of our unwavering commitment to exceeding Member expectations and delivering an exceptional experience.

In 2024, we completed nearly $25 million in renovations, transforming and enhancing virtually every aspect of the Club. Our redesigned and enhanced golf course is just the beginning. Members now enjoy a state-of-the-art Fitness Center and Spa, The Park Restaurant and Bar, The Fountain Room, Kid’s Cove Activity Center, and the exciting expansion of our recreational offerings with the addition of six pickleball courts. These amenities complement our Tennis Center featuring 10 courts, resort-style pools featuring Capri poolside dining, and expansive outdoor spaces highlighted by 73 water features, including several beautiful reflection ponds.

At Parkland Golf & Country Club, we take great pride in building upon our strong reputation and delivering unparalleled value throughout the tri-county area of South Florida. Yet, our Club is so much more than an impressive collection of world-class facilities. It is a lifestyle—one that brings together style, convenience, recreation, and community in a truly unique environment.

Here, Members enjoy a close-knit neighborhood where active living and shared experiences come naturally. Whether enjoying a round of golf, relaxing poolside, pursuing wellness and fitness, competing on the tennis courts, dining with friends, or creating lasting memories with family, there is something for everyone.

Parkland Golf & Country Club is more than a place to live and play. It is a community where exceptional amenities, meaningful connections, and an extraordinary lifestyle come together.

General Purpose:

The Golf Course Superintendent oversees the maintenance of the golf course and ensures that turf grass is repaired and maintained to established standards.

  • Maintainchampionship quality greens, tees, fairways,roughsand bunkers.
  • AssisttheDirectorofAgronomyinpreparationandexecution ofthe annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans.
  • Supervises andassistsmaintenance staff in daily duties.
  • Supervises the cultural practices involved in growing various turf grass.
  • Keeprecords ofall chemical and fertilizer applications.
  • Ensuresthat maintenance equipment is properlymaintained.
  • Implements soundpurchasingprocedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible.
  • Ensures all company policies and procedures arefollowed,including compliance with government regulations.
  • Ensures that they and all associates obtain proper training and/or licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations.
  • Addressesdirectlyall real or perceived environmental concerns.
  • Ensures proper mixing, calibration, and application of all chemical/fertilizers used on the course.
  • Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Assistant Superintendent, 2nd Assistant Superintendent, Head Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.
  • Ensuresthat effective orientation and training are given to each new associate.
  • Developandconductsongoing training programs.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree, Associate’s degree, or equivalent from college or technical school; or three to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; Degree preference in agronomy/horticulture/plant/soil science.

Physical Demands:

  • Regularly stands,walksand sits.
  • Regularly useshands, reaches with arms and hands,talksor hears.
  • Occasionally climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls,tastesor smells.
  • Occasionally lifts upto 100 pounds.
  • Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts,fumesand/or airborne particles.
  • Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.
  • The noiselevel is moderate.

Certificates/Licenses:

  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Pesticide Application Licenseor able to obtain within90 days.

Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

  • Ability to read and speak Englishis requiredtoperform the duties of the job (e.g.the associatesare required tocommunicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Benefits & Compensation:

This position also includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

  • Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
  • Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence,in accordance withapplicable law and eligibility criteria

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.

About Troon:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.

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Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world's largest professional club management company. We offer careers around the world at all levels of golf operations, opportunities for professional development, growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Our goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail. For more information about the Troon Experience, please visit

Industry

Fitness and sports centers, hospitality services and traveler accommodation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Scottsdale, AZ, US