Water and Irrigation Department Supervisor

The Water & Irrigation Department Manager is responsible for the leadership, administration, operation, maintenance, and strategic management of all water distribution, irrigation, pumping, and filtration throughout property. This position combines hands-on technical expertise with management responsibilities, overseeing personnel, budgeting, regulatory compliance, inventory control, preventive maintenance programs, and long-term water resource planning. Irrigation Department Manager ensures the efficient delivery of water to water customers while promoting sustainability, operational efficiency, and environmental stewardship. This role serves as the primary leader for the club's water management operations and works collaboratively with Agronomy, Facilities, and Club Leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, train, and mentor water plant and irrigation personnel; Assist in development and management of annual departmental budgets; Oversee all irrigation scheduling, programming, and system optimization; Operate and maintain pumps, lift stations, wells, reservoirs, filtration systems, and distribution infrastructure; Monitor water pressure, flow rates, and system performance; Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues, equipment failures, leaks, or distribution disruptions; Implement preventive maintenance programs for all water-related assets; Maintain inventories of irrigation parts, tools, and equipment; Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding water management and environmental stewardship; Develop and enforce departmental safety programs

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent; Minimum 5 years of experience in irrigation, water plant operations, water distribution systems, or related fields; Minimum 2 years of supervisory or management experience; Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; Primarily outdoors with frequent exposure to heat, humidity, cold temperatures, rain, and varying weather conditions; Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds; Regular attendance as outlined by the department schedule; Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require; Availability for emergency response related to irrigation failures, pump station issues, water outages, or severe weather events

Nice to have

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Irrigation Technology, Water Resources, Agronomy, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or related field; Certification in Irrigation Management, Water Treatment, or Water Distribution; Experience managing golf course irrigation systems; Experience with central irrigation control software and pump station management systems; Knowledge of budgeting, personnel management, and project management

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; Life insurance; Short-term and long-term disability insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; Generous paid time off and leave programs