DIRECTOR OF AGRONOMY – EGYPT VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB

Egypt Valley Country Club (EVCC) in Ada, Michigan is seeking an accomplished Director of Agronomy to lead all golf course and grounds operations as the Club prepares for a significant period of capital investment and long-term planning. This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the General Manager and overseeing agronomic operations across two championship-level Arthur Hills designed courses. 

EVCC is committed to these core values: Community, Quality, Family, Professionalism. 

Club Highlights:

  • Maintenance Budget: $1,800,000 (equipment excluded)
  • Annual Rounds: 44,000 (including ~5,000 outing rounds)
  • Staffing: 9 year-round employees; approximately 40 seasonal staff
  • Turf Types: Penncross bentgrass (greens & fairways), bluegrass/fescue/perennial rye (roughs), native tall grass areas
  • Irrigation System: $6,000,000 Toro irrigation system replacement planned for 2026
  • Equipment: All equipment owned; predominantly Toro
  • 10 golf course committee members (as well as 3 staff). The committee meets four times per year.
  • Future Projects:
  • $6,000,000 irrigation replacement (2026)
  • $3,500,000 Master Plan projects including bunker renovations, hole modifications, and replacement/removal of 95% of cart paths (2026)

SUCCESS TRAITS OF THE INDIVIDUAL:

The successful candidate will embody the following characteristics:

  • Dependable, accountable, and fiscally responsible
  • Strong leadership presence with emotional intelligence
  • Quiet confidence
  • Strategic thinker with an ownership mentality
  • Organized planner with exceptional attention to detail
  • Visionary and problem solver
  • Approachable coach and trainer who values teamwork
  • Known for consistently producing firm and fast conditions
  • Passionate about golf and enjoys hands-on work in the field
  • Flexible, open-minded, and dedicated to long-term success at EVCC

INITIAL PRIORITIES OF THE POSITION:

  • Assume responsibility for daily course and grounds operations
  • Build strong relationships with existing staff and Club leadership
  • Evaluate and understand current fertility, chemical, and agronomic programs
  • Assess equipment fleet and operational efficiencies
  • Assist with team planning and staffing for the 2026 season
  • Balance time between field leadership and strategic evaluation
  • Collaborate with the retiring Golf Course Manager, who will remain as Project Manager for capital projects through Spring 2027

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND APTITUDE:

  • Provide leadership and oversight of all golf course and grounds maintenance operations
  • Directly manage and support Superintendents for each course, as well as the Mechanic and Horticulturist
  • Develop, manage, and monitor annual operating and capital budgets
  • Ensure agronomic practices align with the Club’s standards and long-term goals
  • Oversee planning and execution of major capital improvement projects
  • Foster a culture of professionalism, safety, training, and continuous improvement
  • Collaborate with the General Manager, Golf Course Committee, and other department heads
  • Represent agronomy operations in Golf Course Committee meetings (4 annually)
  • Maintain the highest standards of course conditioning and member satisfaction

PREFERRED / REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field (required)
  • Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in golf course maintenance leadership (4–7 years considered with strong qualifications)
  • Demonstrated experience managing large teams and complex budgets
  • Strong background in bentgrass management and northern climate agronomy
  • Experience with large-scale capital projects and irrigation systems preferred

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

  • Compensation to commensurate with experience at similar demographic facilities
  • Performance-based bonus
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with 50% employer match up to $1,000 annually
  • HSA employer contribution
  • PTO/Vacation (negotiable)
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Continued education and professional development
  • Local and national association dues
  • Meals provided
  • Golfing privileges
  • Gas allowance

ABOUT EGYPT VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB:

Egypt Valley Country Club is a private member-owned country club committed to delivering a championship golf experience for our family and our community. Guided by core values of Community, Quality, Family, and Professionalism, EVCC has a long-standing reputation for investing in its people, facilities, and long-term vision. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead during an exciting era of transformation and growth while building a lasting legacy at the Club.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested applicants should apply on Bloom Golf Partners website with a cover letter and résumé addressed to:

Egypt Valley Country Club Search Committee
c/o Tyler Bloom, Search Consultant
Bloom Golf Partners

The application deadline is February 6, 2026. In-person interviews will be taking place in late February.

APPLY HERE