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Golf Course Superintendent

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Louisa, KY, United States


Kentucky State Parks is pleased to offer a full‑time Golf Course Superintendent position at Yatesville Lake State Park Golf Course in Louisa, Kentucky.

Pay Grade:

14

Salary:

$22.15 - $33.23 hourly

Employment Type:

Full time, 37.5 hours per week, eligible for overtime, EXECUTIVE BRANCH, 18A.

Responsibilities

Staff training and supervision

Plant regulatory product applications

Equipment operation

Irrigation application, repair, and maintenance

Golf course set‑up activitiesRecord keeping

Skills & Qualifications

Experience operating all equipment and performing all tasks associated with the maintenance of a golf course.

Creating and managing a budget and agronomic plan.

Good communication skills.

Ability to obtain and retain a Kentucky Pesticide License.

Attention to detail.

Time management.

Leadership, teamwork, and decision‑making skills.

Preventative maintenance experience.

Minimum Requirements Education:

Graduate of a college or university with an associate degree in plant science, turf management, or a related field.

Experience, Training, or Skills:

One year experience as a Golf Course Assistant Superintendent.

Substitute Education for Experience:

None.

Substitute Experience for Education:

Three years as a golf course superintendent or golf course assistant superintendent in addition to a Certificate of Turfgrass Management from an accredited university can substitute for the required education.

Special Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to qualify for employment. Must obtain a Kentucky Pesticide Applicator License within six months of employment. The N‑18 Pesticide Applicators License required by this position can be obtained by passing the test administered by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.

Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Working Conditions Work is typically performed outdoors in a variety of climatic conditions. The job involves the use of potentially toxic materials such as insecticides, fungicides, and fertilizers.

Probationary Period This position has an initial and promotional probationary period of nine months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.

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