MWR Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Clarification from the agency

This position is open to current Navy Region Southwest MWR employees and Military Spouse Preference only.

1. SUPERVISORY DUTIES 35%

• Reviews work assignments and determines work priorities through the Superintendent
• Assures that all personnel have been instructed in the safe operation of their equipment.
• Directs the Maintenance Mechanic Leader to repair faulty or dangerous machinery and equipment.
• Supervises, plans, schedules, and coordinates the activities of subordinate employees to include Greenskeepers, NA-05; Greenskeeper Leader NL-07; Irrigation Techs, NA-07; Pest Control Operator, NA-09; Mechanics, NA-10.
• Trains employees in work methods and procedures.
• Establishes performance and evaluates employees.

2. GOLF COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES 65%

• Assumes the responsibility of the security of the Maintenance Facility and all inventories.
• Acts as the responsible party in the absence of the Golf Course Superintendent.
• Assist in the planning of the daily work schedule and is responsible for its execution.
• Ensure cleanliness of the golf course equipment, maintenance facility, and grounds.
• Inspects the golf courses daily.
• Initiates purchase requests for supplies.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• There will be slippery, wet surfaces and hazardous noise levels. The work will involve exposure to moderate discomfort, noises and vibrations, dust and grease, fumes, and extreme weather conditions.
• The work will require the use of protective equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to exhibit basic supervisory skills, fully understand routine golf course maintenance operations and be familiar with the equipment involved.
• Ability to supervise and direct the work of other employees, monitor performance, and ensure adequate internal control procedures are developed and operative.
• Knowledge of and a basic understanding of the game of golf and its rules and how maintenance practices impact the sport.
• Knowledge of turf irrigation practices and knows how to install and maintain irrigation systems.
• Knowledge of the complexities and interrelationships of soils, fertilizers, irrigation, drainage, insects, insecticides, turf diseases, fungicides, weeds, herbicides, tools, and equipment.
• Knowledge of turf grass disorders and the ability to prescribe corrective actions.
• Ability to apply pesticides and fertilizers, including all related calculations, calibrations and record keeping.
• Skill in applying pesticides and fertilizers in accordance with the label.

• Associate or Bachelor degree in turf management or related field or trades training and equivalent work related experience in turf management.
• Thorough knowledge of general business administration practices and golf course operations practices and procedures as would be acquired through three to four years similar golf course maintenance experience in progressively responsible positions.
• Working knowledge of golf course operations, turf management and practices necessary.
• Prior supervisory experience required.
• Experience applying pesticides and fertilizers in accordance with the label.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Résumé
• 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.

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