Director of Agronomy

Founded in 1916, Oakland Hills Country Club has, and will continue to play a significant role in the history of golf in the United States. Some of the greatest players ever to play the game including Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Ben Hogan have competed and won on the famed South Course, also known as "The Monster". The membership is proud of the heritage of their club and consider themselves stewards of a national golf treasure. Join the Oakland Hills team today!

Bloomfield Hills, MI

Oakland Hills Country Club

<p>Founded in 1916, Oakland Hills Country Club has, and will continue to play a significant role in the history of golf in the United States. Walter Hagen, five time PGA Champion, was the club's first head professional. The South Course has played host to 17 Major Championships including: six U.S. Opens; two U.S. Senior Opens; U.S. Women&rsquo;s Amateur; two U.S. Men&rsquo;s Amateurs; Western Open; the Carling World Open; the 35th Ryder Cup in 2004; and three PGA Championships--including the 90th PGA Championship in 2008. Some of the greatest players ever to play the game including Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Ben Hogan have competed and won on the famed South Course, also known as "The Monster". The membership is proud of the heritage of their club and consider themselves stewards of a national golf treasure.</p> https://www.oaklandhillscc.com/Home.aspx

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Min Experience - Over 10 Years

$190000-$225000 Yearly Salary

Overview: <p>Supervise and direct the maintenance of golf course. Landscaping, grounds and equipment to ensure that established standards and member expectations are met.</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Participate in all aspects of long-term course and facility planning, while working effectively with the Board of Directors, and Green and Golf Committees.</li> <li>Manage budget and staff to ensure efficient operations.</li> <li>Conduct him/herself at all times and in all matters in accordance with the standards and accepted for golf course superintendents established by the Golf Course Superintendents of America.</li> <li>Overall, Maintain the excellence of the traditions and history of Oakland Hills Country Club.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Minimum of Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Agronomy, Turf Management, or related field.</li> <li>Active membership in the Golf Course Superintendent Association of America.</li> <li>10+ years of combined experience as a golf course superintendent/ first assistant in a private, member-owned club environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Certification by the Golf Course Superintendent Association of America.</li> <li>Experience hosting major/National tournaments.</li> <li>Golf course renovation and/or design.</li> <li>Experience with golf course management in northern region climates.</li> </ul>