Grounds Superintendent - City of Ottawa : Job Details

Grounds Superintendent

City of Ottawa

Job Location : Ottawa,KS, USA

Posted on : 2024-12-14T08:37:53Z

Job Description :
The City of Ottawa Golf Course is currently recruiting for a Grounds Superintendent. Responsible for the maintenance of the Municipal Golf Course including supervising employees and directing the maintenance of the equipment, facilities and grounds.Ottawa Golf Course: A Historic Golfing ExperienceNestled along the north bank of the Marais des Cygnes River, the Ottawa Golf Course is a charming 9-hole public course. Established in 1920 and designed by noted course architect Harry Robb, this course stretches 3,055 yards from the back tees with a par of 35.The course's well-maintained greens and lush fairways, set against a picturesque natural backdrop, make it an enjoyable round for casual and seasoned golfers. Ottawa Golf Course is the ideal destination whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or simply enjoy a relaxing day outdoors.Plan your visit today to Ottawa Golf Course, where you can experience a delightful round of golf in a serene and historic setting.Essential Job Functions:
  • Designs and directs golf course landscaping, forestry and turf maintenance.
  • Recommends and monitors department budget; the requisition and procurement of supplies, equipment to maintain buildings, golf course, golf cart fleet, and offices.
  • Ensures proper irrigation, fertilization and environmental procedures and practices are followed.
  • Responsible for hiring of personnel, training and assignment; transfer or promotion; conducts annual evaluation of employees and administers disciplinary action, when appropriate.
  • Supervises routine maintenance activities on equipment and facilities.
  • Maintains accurate pesticide application records in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
  • Makes recommendations for long term capital improvement and equipment replacement plans.
  • Develop and implement maintenance plans and schedules to ensure the optimal condition of the golf course, greens, fairways, and roughs.
  • Supervise and coordinate the work of maintenance staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
  • Maintain compliance with all applicable safety programs. Provide proper personal protective equipment.
  • Oversee irrigation system operations, including programming, maintenance, and repairs to ensure proper watering of turfgrass.
  • Monitor turfgrass health and implement pest control and fertilization programs as needed.
  • Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance services, equipment repairs, and renovations.
  • Implement sustainable turf management practices to minimize environmental impact and reduce water usage.
  • Collaborate with the General Manager/Golf Professional and other staff to plan and execute tournaments, events, and course improvements.
Ancillary Job Functions:
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
  • Comply with all City ordinances, policies, and relevant state and federal laws. Assist other departments as needed, contributing to the overall success of municipal operations.
Education and Experience: (Combination of education, training, and experience will be considered)
  • Minimum three years' experience in golf course turfgrass maintenance, including one year of supervisory experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of turfgrass species, irrigation systems, pest management, and fertilization techniques.
  • Proficiency in using golf course maintenance equipment and irrigation systems.
  • Experience with golf course construction or renovation projects preferred.
  • Valid driver's license
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (not all inclusive)
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate with city officials and the public.
  • Ability to manage budgets and procurement processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain equipment.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, City officials, business entities, and the general public.
  • Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work under general supervision and make responsible decisions.
  • Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.
  • Ability to interpret documents such as written policies, safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Must have experience utilizing Microsoft Office 365.
Work Environment:
  • May occasionally be required to work in confined spaces, or high/dangerous places.
  • May be exposed to wet/humid conditions, inclement outdoor weather, vibration, oils, airborne particles/fumes, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, potentially hazardous or cancer-causing agents/chemicals, or very loud noise levels
Physical Abilities: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions)
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Must be able to talk, hear, feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, and operate mechanical equipment.
  • Must be able to have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement and manual dexterity.
  • Must have clarity of vision, three-dimensional vision, ability to identify/distinguish colors, and precise hand-eye coordination.
  • Maximum lifting up to 100 pounds, frequent lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Range: $75,259.20 -$101,171.20Date Opened: November 4, 2024 Date Closed: December 4, 2024Residency: Regular, full-time employees are required to establish and maintain residency within a driving distance of 35 miles of Ottawa City Hall within one year from hire.E-Mail Confirmation: After your application has been received by the City of Ottawa, you will receive confirmation by e-mail. Please check your SPAM filter or JUNK Mail. If you have not received information within 48 hours of submitting your application, please call 785-###-#### to verify your application has been received. For additional information, contact Human Resources at 785-###-#### or e-mail [email protected]. The City of Ottawa conducts background checks and drug screening on all potential candidates.Anyone with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 785-###-#### at least two days prior to a scheduled test or interview.The City of Ottawa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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