MWR Golf Course Superintendent

1. Responsible for complete maintenance of the golf course areas, landscaping, cleanliness of the grounds area, patio and parking lots, structures (buildings, fences, bridges, materials, etc. affecting golf play), materials, and assorted records for course maintenance. The courses include an 18 hole golf course, a 9 hole golf course, driving range, lakes, 27 geens, (putting greens), nursery green, club house grounds and a vehicle repair and maintenance facility, shop, or storage for approximately 125 assorted golf course vehicles (tucks, trailers, tractors, fairway mowers, greens mowers and specialized turf equipment).

Total area is 175 acres. Maintenance includes repair and maintenance of all turf equipment and irrigation and modifications of gounds for 27 holes.

1. Responsible for supervision, scheduling, discipline, safety and training of maintenance staff, (1) NF.1101-03 Assistant Golf Supt., (2) NA-5823-10 Equipment Mechanics, (2) NA-5003 -08 Irrigation Technicians, (1) NL-5003-05 Greens keeper leader, (15) NA-05 Greenskeepers/Motor Vehicle Operators, (3) NA-03 Laborers. Staffing will vary seasonally.

Duties include interviewing, hiring, evaluations, recommending disciplinary action, verifying time, approving leave requests. Provides maximum opportunity for employees to enhance their skills and knowledge so that they may perform at their highest potential and advance in accordance with their abilities without regard to non-merit factors such as race, religion, national origin, physical or mental handicap, sex, or age. Incumbent utilizes personnel and facilities to ensure reasonably uninterrupted working conditions of vehicles and equipment and maintains grounds on optimum appearance and playing conditions as limited by budgetary conditions.

Constant review of more efficient/innovative methods and procedures is required.

1. Applies pesticides to minimize or prevent damage from insects, rodents, diseases, weeds, and minor pests, ensuring that all details of pest control comply with official published direction and meets all safety requirements. Forwards pesticidal use and application reports to District Pest Manager Office, pursues course of study necessary to obtain Department of the Navy Pest Control Technician certification or current California State Pesticide License. Continues study of new laws and developments and passes periodic recertification examinations.
2. Prepares budgets for supervisory review/approval, then tracks budget/actual variances to ensure profitability goals are realized. In preparing budgets, the incumbent determines the amount, quality, and costs of labor, materials, and equipment required for optimum accomplishment of assigned mission; given desired profitability level.

Materials to include: specialized fertilizers, pesticides, soils, sands, gravels, amendments, and golf course sundries. All specialized turf equipment includes mowers (from single unit types to 9-Gang) aerifyers, verticutters, spreaders, sprayers (up to 300 gallon capacity), and various smaller pieces.

1. Maintains records to meet mission, but not duplicate those retained in office, (copies of purchase orders, receipts, budget vice actual data, information on employees, work log, material levels, directives and instructions, etc.). Account for all assigned property. Maintain accurate records of weather conditions, material applications and inventories.
2. Prepares documentation for purchase, survey, repair, or modification of existing equipment. Responsible for proper use of equipment by ensuring that employees are instructed in the safe operation of all equipment. Conducts research to keep abreast of new types of equipment available and initiates action to keep the course at optimum level attainable.
3. Plans and implements construction and major improvement projects, i.e. drainage of large areas, bridge and cart path, sod farm, construction, rebuilding of greens and tees, sodding or seeding of substandard areas, etc. Incumbent recommends appropriate use of contractors, and conducts research as necessary to secure bids before submitting to purchasing. Responsible for drafting of specifications, needs, and desires.
4. Attends meetings and conferences (department, section, golf advisory board, men's and women's club, managers, Golf Course Superintendent Association, ecology and equipment shows, Environmental/Hazmat and other schools and seminars considered of value to golf maintenance. Teaches/recommends appropriate training courses for employees.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.

College-level studies in park management; horticulture, agronomy, entomology, hydrology, landscaping, turf culture, and related subjects are desirable.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace.

The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment. Some positions have special requirements.

Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established.

Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693

Applicants must apply online. Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply. Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details.

The following documents are required at the time of application: - Resume - Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent - If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation - If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application - If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) - If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.

Altered transcripts will not be accepted. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization.

Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.