| Golf Course and Park Superintendent |
City of Coral Gables |
CITY OF CORAL GABLES
Golf Course and Park Superintendent
Parks and Recreation
The City of Coral Gables, Florida, The City Beautiful, a progressive, international, coastal and historic City is seeking a highly qualified professional who is inspired by interesting challenges of an established, but dynamic community for the position of Golf Course and Park Superintendent. The City has a population of 46,780 residents, has a vibrant downtown and is home to the University of Miami. It is proud to be ranked by Forbes.com ninth out of America’s Top 25 Towns to Live Well and America’s sixth most successful walkable suburb by the Wall Street Journal.
Coral Gables operates under a commission/manager form of government and is well known for its active and involved citizenry. The Golf Course and Park Superintendent will perform a variety of administrative, supervisory, and technical tasks in the maintenance and operation of golf courses, grounds, parks, open spaces, and recreation structures The ideal candidate must be able to think strategically and exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment. The ideal candidate must be a strong manager and leader, collaborative, team player and change agent with the ability to inspire exceptional performance from employees.
Qualifications: Candidates interested in applying must have a bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Turf Science/Management or a related field. Preferred certification as a Golf Course Superintendent by the Golf Course Superintendent Association of America, or a Class A Superintendent, as defined by the South Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association. Must have Florida Pesticide License or ability to obtain one within the first 6 months of employment. Significant experience managing golf course and/or park facility maintenance operations. Valid Florida Driver’s License.
Salary and benefits package includes: The annual salary range is $65,977.60 to $90,625.60. Salary is negotiable depending on qualifications. Medical, dental and life insurance, leave allowances, retirement plan and more.
Deadline: The position shall remain open until filled.
To ensure consideration for this position, interested candidates should forward resume, cover letter, current salary, and five references immediately, via e-mail, to HRD@coralgables.com or fax to 305-460-5518.
The City of Coral Gables is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. |
