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Designed by Rees Jones and opened in 1993, Olde Florida Golf Club is a distinguished private, individual-membership club located in Naples, Florida. Olde Florida is a golf-only facility that exists for the sole enjoyment of its membership. Olde Florida is recognized as one of the premier clubs in the Southwest Florida market and beyond. Located on 220 acres, the 18-hole course provides a challenging, but enjoyable, test of golf in a natural setting. Olde Florida is an established, invitation-only club, currently with a multi-year waiting list to join.
The club and the agronomy team continually strive to upgrade the course and facilities as well as improve in all areas of maintenance and management. This desire has led to Olde Florida undergoing a significant renovation project over the summer of 2021. Among numerous other items, included is a complete re-grassing to TifTuf bermudagrass as well as a bunker renovation with the installation of the Better Billy Bunker system. In 2010, the original Rain Bird hydraulic system was replaced with a Toro electric Lynx Control System, but the 2021 renovation will include the replacement of the 1295 individually controlled Toro 855 heads with the Toro Infinity series heads. Leibold Irrigation/Construction has been hired as the contractor to assist Olde Florida staff with the project.
The club has had only one golf course superintendent, Darren J. Davis, CGCS. Davis was hired in 1992 and has helped advance the careers of dozens of turfgrass professionals. Among other industry involvement and accolades, Davis was the 82nd president of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America and is currently active on the local, state and national level. More information on Davis and Olde Florida can be found at: DarrenJDavisGCS.com
The individual we are seeking is someone with a strong personality and skillset, but more importantly, a perpetual positive attitude. While there is never room for complacency among any staff, a positive work-life balance will be provided and is expected. In addition, personal character and leadership qualities will have more of an impact than tactile abilities or agronomic knowledge. Efficiency, effective time management and putting others before yourself are also attributes that we are seeking in our newest agronomy team member at Olde Florida.
Under the golf course superintendent's direction, the assistant superintendent manages and supervises a dedicated staff of golf course grounds personnel and is responsible for assisting in the planning of daily routine maintenance and long-range golf course improvements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Eager to learn and perform a lead role in the golf course’s daily preparation for members and guests, which includes proper maintenance of greens, tees, fairways and roughs, emphasizing environmental stewardship
Responsible for training staff in all areas of course maintenance, which includes the proper care and storage of all equipment
Forward-thinker who is detail-oriented and possesses a keen eye to promote a positive working environment
Assist in an intricate water-management plan, which includes hand watering and syringing, irrigation program setup and adjusting run times as needed
Safety is paramount in all golf maintenance areas, which includes the shop, all equipment, course, roadways, chemical usage and storage
Work with the equipment manager to ensure that all equipment is properly cleaned and stored
Supervise and participate in chemical and fertilizer applications to ensure proper handling of materials, which includes maintaining inventory and adequate record management
Ensure a professional appearance of staff, course, equipment, and the shop are essential parts of this position
Help prepare and conduct morning staff meetings to ensure team members are well informed and safe
Recommend purchases and assist in maintaining inventory levels
Participate in continuing education opportunities to further develop skills and remain abreast of the latest developments
Liaise with the golf professional staff on course conditions
Supervisory Responsibilities:
The assistant superintendent maintains a supervisory role per club policies and applicable laws and regulations. The individual will play a vital role in recruiting, interviewing and training staff, planning a daily schedule, and assigning duties.
Qualifications:
Possesses good communication and coaching skills
If not currently licensed, a commercial applicator license from the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Pesticide Certification Office will be required after employment
Possess a working knowledge of golf course conditioning, team
building, equipment operation, water management, course construction and
professional development
Salary/Benefits:
Salary $55,000- $60,000, commensurate with experience
Health Care
Safe Harbor 401(k) plan (100% match up to 3% contribution, 50% match between 3% - 5%)
Clothing allowance
Dues (regional, state and national associations)
Continuing education
Meals
Paid vacation
Aflac policies available
Christmas bonus
Cell phone reimbursement
Golf privileges and employee discount on golf shop purchases
Education and/or Experience:
Graduate of an accredited college or university with a degree in turfgrass science/management or related field is preferred.
A minimum of three years golf course maintenance experience is required.
Contact:
Please send resume, cover letter and any questions about the position to:
Darren J. Davis, CGCS
DarrenJDavis@aol.com
(239) 353-4441
Olde Florida Golf Club
Darren J. Davis, CGCS
9393 Vanderbilt Beach Road Ext.
Naples, Florida 34120
