Director of Horticulture at Quail Hollow Club

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Building, Horticultural Installation, Maintenance Techniques, Budget Development, Landscape Architecture, Plant Sourcing, Tree Inventory Management, IPM Programs, Pesticide Applications, Fertility Treatments, Pruning Plans, Safety Training, Garden Design, Plant Care, Decision Making

Industry

Golf Courses and Country Clubs

Description

Description A major championship venue and no stranger to the spotlight Quail Hollow Club is a well-rounded private facility that offers a championship golf course, multiple short game areas, an expansive courtyard plus outdoor event area, and other amenities for members and their guests. We are currently expanding our Horticulture team and have an opportunity as Director of Horticulture. The Director of Horticulture reports directly to the Director of Green and Grounds and works alongside the Golf Course Superintendent and is responsible for all ornamental hardscapes, landscapes, trees, and landscape beds throughout the property. This person ideally has a green thumb, loves the game of golf, and excels in team building. Requirements As the Director of Horticulture, you will have experience and be able to perform the following job-related tasks: Hire, train, and manage a staff to produce at a high level. Focusing on horticultural installation and maintenance techniques. Develop annual operating budget for Horticulture department and advise on capital needs. Ability to work with landscape architects and club leaders on new installations and renovations. Evaluate existing landscape presentations and make recommendations for improvement based on aesthetic and horticultural knowledge. Source plant material and landscape supplies for large projects as well as general landscape improvements. Monitor tree inventory throughout the property and develop a "Best Management Plan" that focuses on theories, practices, and principles of Horticulture, Entomology, and Agriculture. Monitor clubhouse grounds and landscape beds throughout for overall plant health and watering requirements. Develop IPM programs and be responsible for applications of pesticides and fertility treatments for trees, ornamentals, and flowers. Develop pruning plan that enhances the health and aesthetics of the landscape throughout the property. Purchase and maintain nursery stock. Maintain accurate records of horticultural fertilizer and pesticides applications and plant material. Provide safety training for the staff and ensure that the safety requirements are met. Special Requirements Provide safety training for the staff and ensure that the safety requirements are met. Able to understand and appreciate excellence in garden design and plant care specific to landscape plants in Southeast. Communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization while also exercising good judgement and effective decision making based on accurate and timely analysis. Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule with the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Lift and carry up to 50lbs, move for long periods of time, and operate machinery as the job requires. Ability to successfully pass a drug screening and criminal background check. Job Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Short-and Long-Term Disability (paid by employer) 401(k) PTO Paid Holidays Uniforms Meals Exempt position Full-time Please direct cover letter and resume to Keith Wood at woodk@quailhollowclub.com

Responsibilities

The Director of Horticulture is responsible for overseeing all ornamental hardscapes, landscapes, trees, and landscape beds throughout the property. This includes hiring and managing staff, developing budgets, and collaborating with landscape architects and club leaders.