Golf Course Superintendent
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Salary : $66,164.05 - $98,230.34 AnnuallyLocation : Keller Golf Course, MNJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2024-01267Department: 66C02-Parks&Rec/KellerOpening Date: 12/30/2024Closing Date: 1/13/2025 11:59 PM CentralUnion: UnrepresentedFLSA Status: exemptBasic FunctionJoin Our Team as a Golf Course Superintendent with Ramsey County!Thecurrentvacancies areinthe Parks and Recreation Department The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.To maintain and improve a Ramsey County golf course and grounds, including all buildings, structures and landscape; to supervise subordinate employees in maintenance activities at a golf course, and surrounding property; to develop alternative recreational uses for the land during the off-season; and to perform related duties as assigned.GOOD TO KNOW: Keller Golf Course is a certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program (). It is the expectation that the candidate will continue to maintain certification status and continue to uphold the principles of the program.If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules (i.e., promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction).To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to:. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description. Examples of Work Performed

Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.

Oversee the maintenance operations of a County golf course by ensuring the healthy growth of the golf course grounds grasses, trees, wetlands, and other plant materials.

Supervise the maintenance operations of a County golf course by planning work schedules, assigning jobs to subordinate employees and conducting orientation and training.

Supervise/oversee new construction and course modifications with outside contractors.

Assign and train personnel to improve playing conditions of the course and implement internal projects for course improvement.

Prepare requisitions for the purchase of equipment and supplies and maintain an adequate supply of necessary tools and supplies for course maintenance.

Diagnose turf grass diseases, insect and weed infestations.

Periodically repair golf course equipment by replacing broken parts or upgrading equipment.

Make budget recommendations to the Director of Operations related to personnel, supplies, services, and equipment needs for the upcoming year.

Recommend course alteration and design changes for greens, tees, fairways and other lawn areas in order to improve playing conditions of the course.

Determine whether the grounds are in suitable playing condition and when their use, including golf carts, should be prohibited.

Keep records and make written reports on golf course operations, maintenance, and related matters.

Communicate and maintain relationships with internal and external customers.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. Minimum Qualifications Education: Associate Degree in Turf Management or a related field. Experience: Five years of experience in golf course maintenance. Substitution: Additional education in turf management or a related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis for up to two years of the required experience. An additional two years of relevant experience may substitute for one year of the required education. Certifications/Licensure: Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. Must have a valid Minnesota Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License or meet the requirements for licensure in another state that can be transferred to Minnesota. Exam/Screening Process Information The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Golf Course Superintendent will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions - do not mark see resume or see work history as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination. Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as Golf Course Superintendent. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 60 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been certified and their status.The highest scoring 20 names of all applicants who pass the examination with a score of 70 or higher will be forwarded to the department for further consideration. Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application. Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment. E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin. Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved. It is preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you can print a paper application for this posting by clicking . To apply with a paper application, you will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application. For further information regarding this posting, please contact Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium
  • Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity
  • MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered
  • VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered

• Pre-tax Benefit Program
  • Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option
  • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

• Paid time off
  • Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)
  • 11 scheduled holidays and one floating holiday
  • Up to three weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below
  • Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)
  • Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

• Retirement benefits
  • Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments
  • New employees become vested after five years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years
  • Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match
  • Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

• Transit and parking
  • Fully funded Metropass.
  • Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

• Employee well-being
  • Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
  • Wellness programming
  • Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

• Life Insurance and Disability leave
  • County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available
  • Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum
  • Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

• Career development
  • Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year
  • Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center
  • County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2024 benefits, visit: 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write see resume as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Select yes if you have read and understand.

• Yes
• No

02 Have you completed or currently participating in any of the following Public Sector Partnership Programs at Ramsey County? Examples may include a program in partnership with HIRED, Project for Pride in Living (PPL), Ramsey County Workforce Solutions, or an internship (including Right Track Plus), fellowship, limited duration assignment, provisional assignment, temporary opportunity or participating in a work experience like the Young Adult Career Academy, or job shadow experience. Answer No, if none of the above.

• Yes
• No

03 Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04 Do you have a valid Minnesota Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License or meet the requirements for licensure in another state that can be transferred to Minnesota?

• Yes
• No

05 Describe your experience using Integrated Plant Management procedures to control pests on the golf course. Do not write see resume or see application . If you do not have experience in this area, type NA in the space below. 06 Select the option that best describes your highest level of education completed in Turf Management or a related field (for example Degree Business Administration, Golf Course Management, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, or Project Management)? Degree must be earned prior to the closing date of this posting.

• High school diploma or GED
• College credits that total less than 2 years (60 credits in a related field)
• Associate's degree
• College credits that equal two years, (60 credits or more in a related field)
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

07 If you indicated in the previous question, that you have a degree or college credits, please describe below your field of study, the name of the school, dates of attendance/completion, type of degree/name of courses, and number of hours or credits and whether they were quarter or semester credits. If you have other formal training and certifications related to this position, you may include that here. If you do not have a degree/college credit, please write N/A in the space below. DO NOT WRITE see resume or see application. 08 Which best describes your full-time equivalent experience in golf course operation and maintenance?

• No experience in this area
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years of experience
• 3 year or more, but less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years of experience
• 5 years or more, but less than 6 years of experience
• 6 years or more, but less than 7 years of experience
• 7 years or more, but less than 8 years of experience
• 8 years or more of experience

09 Describe the experience indicated in question above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. If you do not have this experience, type N/A in the space below. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate see resume . 10 Choose the statement that best describes your experience interacting with people from cultural or ethnic backgrounds different from your own.

• I have had very limited contact with diverse populations
• I have had informal contact with people from many different cultures through everyday life
• I have experience in a professional or para-professional position where one or more group(s) of a different culture, other than the majority, makes up less than fifty percent of the client population.
• I have experience in a professional or para-professional position where one or more group(s) of a different culture, other than the majority, makes up at least fifty percent of the client population.

11 Describe the experience indicated in question above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. If you do not have this experience, type N/A in the space below.Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate see resume . 12 Which of the following best describes your experience in providing excellent customer service to multiple stakeholders?

• I have not received any training nor have any experience using this skill
• I have received training related to this skill, but have not performed it on the job
• I have performed this skill with assistance under close supervision
• I have intermediate knowledge of this skill and apply it frequently
• I have advanced knowledge of this skill and apply it frequently
• I have expert knowledge of this skill, use it regularly, and serve as a mentor to others

13 Describe the experience indicated in question above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. If you do not have this experience, type N/A in the space below.Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate see resume . 14 Which of the following best describes your supervisory experience, including experience recruiting, hiring, training, directing, scheduling, and evaluating the work of subordinate employees?

• I have not received any training nor have any experience using this skill
• I have received training related to this skill, but have not performed it on the job
• I have performed this skill with assistance under close supervision
• I have intermediate knowledge of this skill and apply it frequently
• I have advanced knowledge of this skill and apply it frequently
• I have expert knowledge of this skill, use it regularly, and serve as a mentor to others

15 Describe the experience indicated in question above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. If you do not have this experience, type N/A in the space below. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate see resume . 16 Which best describes your full-time equivalent experience determining whether grounds are in suitable playing condition and/or providing recommendations for course alteration and design changes?

• No experience in this area
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years of experience
• 3 year or more, but less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years of experience
• 5 years or more, but less than 6 years of experience
• 6 years or more, but less than 7 years of experience
• 7 years or more, but less than 8 years of experience
• 8 years or more of experience

17 Describe the experience indicated in question above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. If you do not have this experience, type N/A in the space below. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate see resume . 18 Which of the following best describes your experience with purchasing and or making budget recommendations related to personnel, supplies, services, and equipment needs for a golf course?

• I have not received any training nor have any experience using this skill
• I have received training related to this skill, but have not performed it on the job
• I have performed this skill with assistance under close supervision
• I have intermediate knowledge of this skill and apply it frequently
• I have advanced knowledge of this skill and apply it frequently
• I have expert knowledge of this skill, use it regularly, and serve as a mentor to others

19 Describe the experience indicated in question above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. If you do not have this experience, type N/A in the space below. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate see resume . Required Question