Golf Course Working Leader

City of Springfield, MO
  • Springfield, MO
  • $39,395.20–$59,966.40 Per Year
5 days ago

Job Description

Golf Course Working Leader

Salary

$39,395.20 - $59,966.40 Annually

Location

Springfield, MO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

090426

Department

Parks

Opening Date

09/04/2026

Closing Date

9/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Description

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board is seeking a Golf Course Working Leader for Rivercut Golf Course. This position will serve as the lead worker by directing employees and participating in the work necessary for maintenance, upkeep, and operation of the course. This position will report to the Golf Course Supervisor, but serves as lead on projects, trouble shooting, irrigation, chemical application at times, and more.

About Rivercut:

Rivercut was named Golf Digests #1 Municipal Golf Course in Missouri in 2009. This 18-hole championship course, at 7,066 yards and a par of 72, is exceptionally designed. Fairways border the scenic James River, providing one of the most beautiful courses in the Midwest. Rivercut boasts a driving range, practice greens, and a fully stocked Pro Shop.

About the Department:

The Springfield-Greene County Park strives to provide the very best in parks and recreation facilities, programs, events, and services to our community. In doing so, we will make a positive impact on the overall quality of life, health, environmental, social, and economic aspects for our resident families and visitors alike.

The Park Board includes 3,200 acres and 105 sites, ranging from neighborhood playgrounds to multi-use recreational facilities to natural resource areas. The system includes four golf courses, three family centers, a zoo, a farm park, botanical gardens, several sports and athletic complexes, two indoor aquatics centers, six outdoor swimming pools, multiple School-Park sites and more than 100 miles of recreational trails -- including 70 miles of Greenways.

Leadership Philosophy

The City of Springfield's leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Learn more about our award-winning, accredited Parks department at: http://www.parkboard.org

We have amazing benefits including employer-paid retirement and health insurance for employees. Have questions about benefits? Click here!

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

  • Typically requires graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associates Degree in Agronomy, Horticulture or closely related field;

AND

  • Six months experience in golf course maintenance or closely related field such as lawn care or landscape service work;

OR

  • Two years experience in golf course maintenance or closely related field such as lawn care or landscape service work;

PREFERRED

  • Supervisory experience.

Licensing/Certification

  • Must possess a valid Missouri Drivers License and required insurance;
  • Must obtain within one year and maintain throughout the appointment a Missouri Certified Public Pesticide Applicators License in ornamental and turf pest control.

Functions

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Other Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

Find out more about City of Springfield employee benefits through the following link: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Benefits

01

The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of see resume will not be accepted.

  • I understand.

02

What best describes your level of related education? *Related education includes: Agronomy, Horticulture, Turf Maintenance, or other closely related field.

  • High School
  • Less than 60 college credit hours
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree or higher

03

Please state the name of your college / university and your specific area of study.

04

How many years of experience do you have in golf course maintenance, or a related field such as lawn care or landscape service work?

  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 or more years

05

Please describe your experience in golf course maintenance, lawn care or landscape service work.

06

Do you have supervisory experience?

  • Yes
  • No

07

If yes, please describe the supervisory experience you possess.

08

Please describe any and all licenses or certifications you possess as related to this job.

Required Question

Employer City of Springfield (MO)

Address 840 N Boonville

Springfield, Missouri, 65802

Phone 417-864-1607

Website https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Jobs

Numbers & Facts

LocationSpringfield, MO
Salary$39,395.20–$59,966.40 Per Year

Skills

  • Agronomyunmatched
  • Community and Social Servicesunmatched
  • Course Coordinationunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Horticultureunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Insuranceunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Natural Resourcesunmatched
  • Parks & Recreationunmatched
  • Pest Controlunmatched
  • Philosophyunmatched
  • Secondary Schoolunmatched
  • Sportsunmatched
  • Sports Reportingunmatched
  • Swimmingunmatched
  • United States Citizenunmatched

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