Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Duties

Provides the technical expertise to maintain the golf course greens, tees, fairways, roughs, irrigation system, and all related facilities and equipment for Marine Corps Memorial Golf Course for both MCB Camp Pendleton and MCLB Barstow.  Evaluates the course and related businesses (driving ranges, entry to the facility, etc) so that it is pleasing to the eye and represents a level of expectation that is ¿country club¿ in its message.  Ensures the attractiveness and constant readiness for play of the course.  Determines the appropriate genus of grass to be cultivated based on nature and condition of the soil, climate, and season of the year.  Ensures the proper functioning of the irrigation system and determines the correct amount of water to be applied to the greens, tees and fairways, and related facilities.  Directs the amount and types of soil nutriments and fertilizers to be applied to the greens, airways, and roughs.  Takes soil samples regularly throughout the year and reads the results for necessary amendments.   Responsible for the selection, application, storage, and otherwise safe handling of pesticides and other toxic substances.  Ensures compliance with all Base, OSHA, county, state and federal hazardous waste regulations. Administers and enforces all MCCS, Marine Corps Order regulations and policies for staff.

Requirements

• See Duties and Qualifications

Qualifications

A minimum of four years¿ experience as a Golf Superintendent required. Must possess professional knowledge of golf operations and maintenance experience in design and maintenance of a golf course preferred.  Active ¿Class A¿ member of the Professional Golfers Association of America or ¿Class A, Certified Golf Course Superintendent¿ as designated by the Golf Course Superintendent¿s Association of America is required.  Must maintain active membership and meet all recurring educational requirements to keep membership status in associations and licensing. Ability to ensure operational efficiencies are implemented in golf course maintenance or otherwise assigned.  Knowledge of pertinent safety, occupational health, and environmental regulations, to include matters relating to chemicals, sprays, and other agents.  Knowledge of Non-Appropriated Fund policies and procedures preferred.  This position will require hands-on course agronomy duties, oversight of maintenance of equipment, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required.   Advanced computer skills required for financial reporting and control of operations.Must be able to recognize turf damage from fungus or insects and apply fungicide, pesticide and germicides to correct the problem.  Must be able to calibrate sprayers and sprinklers so that the correct amount of materials will be applied to designated areas.  Must have attained academic achievements or practical experience with a sound background in turf grass maintenance and established agronomy, and horticulture practices.  Must display talent in the art of landscaping, planting, and growing of turf characteristic to golf courses.  Must be a certified pest control applicator or attend and complete Navy pest control within one year after employment.  Must have leadership and supervisory experience to plan and motivate employees.  Must have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.  Demonstrated willingness to support Equal Employment Opportunity Programs.

Contacts

• Address CAMP PENDLETON MCCS MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES ATTN: PERSONNEL OFFICER CAMP PENDLETON, CA 920555020 USA
• Name: CAMP PENDLETON MCCS
• Phone: 760/725-5893
• Email: [email protected]