Job Description

Golf Course Superintendent

The City of Colorado Springs Golf Division is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking golf course management professional to serve as Golf Course Superintendent at Patty Jewett Golf Course, one of the oldest continuously operated public courses west of the Mississippi. Featuring 27 holes, a pro shop, restaurant, and driving range, Patty Jewett is a historic community asset that has served generations of residents and visitors.

The City continues to invest in the course's long-term sustainability and playability, including a modern Toro Lynx irrigation system installed in 2025. The ideal candidate will combine strong agronomic knowledge with effective leadership, solid fiscal management, and a dedication to delivering exceptional playing conditions and customer service in a high-volume municipal environment.

Work Schedule : During the golfing season Monday through Friday 5:00am – 1:30pm. The schedule shifts to 6:00am-2:30pm during the shoulder seasons and winter months. Employee will be expected to work rotating weekend shifts, in addition to scheduled holidays.

*This position is NOT subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year. *

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As Golf Course Superintendent, you will:

• Plan, direct, and oversee the maintenance and conditioning of Patty Jewett Golf Course to provide safe, consistent, and high-quality playing conditions across all 27 holes and clubhouse grounds.
• Lead, supervise, evaluate, and develop assistant superintendents, the equipment mechanic, and seasonal maintenance staff while establishing clear expectations and performance standards.
• Establish and implement annual and seasonal maintenance priorities, determine the work to be completed, and identify the personnel, equipment, materials, and financial resources needed to accomplish the work.
• Develop and administer the golf course maintenance budget, monitor expenditures, approve purchases and employee time, maintain required records, and plan for equipment replacement and capital improvement needs.
• Oversee turf management, irrigation water use, cultural practices, fertilizer and pesticide applications, course setup, and golf course improvement projects.
• Coordinate with the Golf Division Manager and golf operations staff regarding course conditions, maintenance schedules, tournaments, projects, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page

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