Golf Course Superintendent

Raritan Landing Golf Course – Golf Course Superintendent  

Raritan Landing Golf Course, in Piscataway, NJ is owned by the Middlesex County Parks Department and managed by Indigo Sports, a subsidiary of Troon Golf. This 3,300-yard, par-58, 18-hole golf course, designed by Stephen Kay, opened on October 1, 1999, and offers players a premium on shot making and accuracy. With small greens and narrow fairways, Raritan Landing can provide a true test for all golfers despite its short length.

Course Information

• 18-hole executive course


• 20-25k rounds annually


• Greens (Bent/poa – 2.5 Acres), Tees, Fairways and Apps (Rye/ poa/ bent – 8 acres)

Education and Experience Requirements

• 5+ Years of golf course management experience required with progressing responsibility


• Associate’s degree or Certificate in Agronomy


• GCSAA membership in good standing


• Knowledge of local and federal Regulatory Compliance associated with golf course management


• Knowledge of maintaining budgets and effectively managing the crew


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Highly organized, motivated and efficient with a strong attention to detail


• Communication and interpersonal skills are critical


• Must obtain a New Jersey Commercial Pesticide License within 60 days of hire.


• Previous supervisory experience is required but qualified assistant superintendents will be strongly considered


• Must be well versed in irrigation troubleshooting; experience with older decoder systems is preferred.

Other Considerations:

• New pump station


• Newer equipment fleet with new pieces added annually


• Agronomy operating Budget around $475k


• Seeking a motivated candidate to grow with Troon, make their mark at Raritan Landing and move on to full size 18-hole property within 3-5 years. We are actively working to elevate the Middlesex County public course portfolio with strong capital influx from the county.  The next superintendent at Raritan Landing will play an integral part of this movement as early planning has begun for renovations to Raritan Landing including a new irrigation system.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary of $85,000 - $90,000 annually BOE.


• Annual Bonus up to 15% of salary


• Total package potential over $100k


• Full Benefits Package (see Benefits & Other Compensation section for more details)


• Cell Phone allowance


• GCSAA National and Local Dues Paid

For Consideration, Please Email Resume to Regional Director of Agronomy Kyle DeNuys CGCS – [email protected]

Benefits & Other Compensation: 
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms: 

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 

• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older) 

• Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria 

• Additional Compensation – Eligibility for Bonuses, Commissions, Service Charge, Employee Meals 

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.