Manager Disc Golf Course Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

This position is responsible for overseeing the operations and maintenance of the Comanche Trail Golf Course and Pro Shop. Salary Depends on Qualifications EXEMPT Major Duties, Functions and Responsibilities; Oversees turf maintenance of greens, roughs, fairways, and surrounding landscaping to conform to U.S. Golf Association Standards

Plans and implements cultivation programs and disease, insect, and weed control programs to ensure optimal playing surfaces under a wide variety of conditions. Designs and maintains the landscaping of the acreage surrounding the greens, fairways, and roughs. Assists in the design of modifications to golf greens and fairways.

Provides technical expertise such as reviewing test results of soil and turf samples, directing the application of fertilizer, insecticide, and fungicide, and dealing with weather-related problems such as heat, floods, windstorms, and freezes. Operates and maintains computerized irrigation system. Maintains detailed records and reports of turf maintenance activities.

Monitors and administers the annual operating budget to ensure expenses remain within budget allocations. Develops employee work schedules and assigns duties to staff; trains, evaluates, and disciplines employees as needed. Determines and purchases all necessary chemicals and supplies and maintains purchasing records.

Initiates and/or approves requisitions, work orders, and schedules to ensure proper coordination of activities. Manages tournaments and outings for groups, manages scheduled tee times, and maintains golf cart fleet. Communicates with golfers, golf associations, vendors, and other interested parties to ensure turf management is coordinated with tournaments and other activities.

Promotes the Comanche Trail Golf Course; invites professional golfers, golf superintendents, and amateurs to play on the course and in local tournaments. Participates in long-range planning events. Establishes and enforces safety rules for employees and for golfers while on golf course property.

Writes specifications and provides technical assistance in the purchase of necessary equipment. May be on call after hours to respond to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in horticulture, golf course management, recreation services, business administration, public administration or related field. Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in golf course management, including two (2) years of managing both golf course and Pro Shop simultaneously with some supervisory responsibility. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain applicable state pesticide applicator license within twelve (12) months. A credit check will be conducted on all applicants under final consideration for this position. Supplemental Knowledge of agronomic and horticultural practices.

Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to proper use and handling of various chemicals. Knowledge of city, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Knowledge of the rules and strategies of the game of golf.

Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation. Skill in operating tools and equipment such as mowers, dump truck, backhoe/loader, utility vehicle, spray rig, fertilizer spreaders, and seeders.

Skill in planning and organization. Skill in operating standard office equipment including a computer and standard business application software, calculator, copier, and facsimile machine. Skill in performing mathematical calculations.

Skill in interpersonal relations. Skills in oral and written communication. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city departments and the public.