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B.P.O. Elks 590 | Iowa city Iowa United states
Expires: December 10, 2026
*Job Posting* Golf Course Superintendent *B.P.O. Elks Lodge #590 * Iowa City, Iowa *Full-time, year-round* Elks Lodge #590 is a private, member-owned club serving more than 900 member families, with a 9-hole golf course, a heated outdoor pool, a restaurant, and event space. After 47 years, our superintendent is retiring. We are looking for a hands-on leader to take over the course and continue the tradition of a well-kept, member-first course that Lodge 590 families have enjoyed for generations. What you’ll do * Lead all golf course maintenance: turf, greens, tees, fairways, and course setup * Run the agronomy program: fertilization, integrated pest management, aerification, topdressing, and seeding * Operate, maintain, and plan improvements for the irrigation system * Manage the equipment fleet, preventive maintenance, and replacement planning * Hire, train, schedule, and lead the grounds crew, including seasonal staff * Work with the pro shop manager on course setup, tournaments and events, and coordinating maintenance with tee times * Build and manage the annual maintenance budget and a five-year capital plan * Give reports to the Board of Trustees and participate in golf committee meetings What we’re looking for * 2+ years as a head superintendent, or 5+ years as an assistant with direct budget responsibility * Has built and managed an annual maintenance budget * Has supervised a crew, including hiring, training, and performance reviews * Comfortable with technology: irrigation central control, spreadsheets, digital records * Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator license (Category 3T), or ability to get one before starting * Hands-on irrigation troubleshooting and repair * Preferred: GCSAA membership; turfgrass degree or certificate; experience with moisture sensors, GPS sprayers, or maintenance software Compensation $60,000–$75,000 depending on experience, plus a benefits package, professional dues, continuing education and cell phone allowance. To apply Send a resume, a cover letter, and three professional references to Peter Kessler, General Manager, at Peter@elks590.org. Applications are due by November 13, 2026. Target start date is about March 1, 2027. Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: * Employee discount * Health insurance * Paid jury duty * Paid time off * Relocation assistance Work Location: In person
Expires: December 10, 2026
*Job Posting* Golf Course Superintendent *B.P.O. Elks Lodge #590 * Iowa City, Iowa *Full-time, year-round* Elks Lodge #590 is a private, member-owned club serving more than 900 member families, with a 9-hole golf course, a heated outdoor pool, a restaurant, and event space. After 47 years, our superintendent is retiring. We are looking for a hands-on leader to take over the course and continue the tradition of a well-kept, member-first course that Lodge 590 families have enjoyed for generations. What you’ll do * Lead all golf course maintenance: turf, greens, tees, fairways, and course setup * Run the agronomy program: fertilization, integrated pest management, aerification, topdressing, and seeding * Operate, maintain, and plan improvements for the irrigation system * Manage the equipment fleet, preventive maintenance, and replacement planning * Hire, train, schedule, and lead the grounds crew, including seasonal staff * Work with the pro shop manager on course setup, tournaments and events, and coordinating maintenance with tee times * Build and manage the annual maintenance budget and a five-year capital plan * Give reports to the Board of Trustees and participate in golf committee meetings What we’re looking for * 2+ years as a head superintendent, or 5+ years as an assistant with direct budget responsibility * Has built and managed an annual maintenance budget * Has supervised a crew, including hiring, training, and performance reviews * Comfortable with technology: irrigation central control, spreadsheets, digital records * Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator license (Category 3T), or ability to get one before starting * Hands-on irrigation troubleshooting and repair * Preferred: GCSAA membership; turfgrass degree or certificate; experience with moisture sensors, GPS sprayers, or maintenance software Compensation $60,000–$75,000 depending on experience, plus a benefits package, professional dues, continuing education and cell phone allowance. To apply Send a resume, a cover letter, and three professional references to Peter Kessler, General Manager, at Peter@elks590.org. Applications are due by November 13, 2026. Target start date is about March 1, 2027. Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: * Employee discount * Health insurance * Paid jury duty * Paid time off * Relocation assistance Work Location: In person
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