Raymond Waddell has over 14 years of experience as a Class A golf course superintendent, most recently at Pocono Manor Golf Course and previously at Elmhurst Country Club from 2004 to 2013 where he improved course conditions, membership levels, and operational efficiency. He is actively involved in several turfgrass industry associations and holds certifications in turfgrass management and as a pesticide applicator.

1. Raymond Waddell
19 Hitchcock Road, Jefferson Township, PA 18436 USA
Cell: +1-570-903-9571 : rpwgolf@moscowmail.com
Summary
GCSAA Class A Superintendent with over 14 years industry experience, more than 9 of them as superintendent
of a private club delivering top notch playing conditions. Highly skilled in all areas of course management,
creative and enthusiastic, with extensive knowledge of agronomy and a strong work ethic who enjoys working in
this challenging and dynamic industry. Actively involved in industry associations on a local and national level for more
than 8 years and currently serving as the past president of the Pocono Turfgrass Association.
Experience
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent-April 2014 to present
Pocono Manor Golf Course - Mount Pocono, PA
Golf Course Superintendent-August 2004 to December 2013
Elmhurst Country Club －Moscow, PA
Established in 1929 Elmhurst Country Club is an 18 hole private golf course in northeast Pennsylvania
that averages 21,000 rounds per year.
 In 2004 the greens were in very poor shape, other areas of the course were in need of attention and the club
was well below its senior membership cap of 325. Currently the course is in outstanding condition, the
membership cap has been raised to 340 and there is a waiting list.
 Solidified Club and stabilized membership by implementing a strong agronomic program and elevating course
conditioning standards. Made improvements in playability, functionality and aesthetics to all areas of the golf
course.
 Improved professionalism and efficiency of staff through effective training and motivation.
 Organized, implemented and oversaw numerous golf course improvements including: green and tee
construction and grow-in, greens expansion, green surround renovation, golf car path improvements,
irrigation system additions and improvements, landscape bed development, irrigation pond repair and
drainage improvements.
 Developed and implemented Excel spreadsheets for use in regard to Inventory, Pesticide and Fertilizer
Applications, Payroll and Labor Tracking and Budget Development and Tracking.
 Hosted PGA Nationwide Tour 2008-2009.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent-April 2004 to August 2004
Elmhurst Country Club －Moscow, PA
 Turf disease and pest identification
 Pesticide applications
 Irrigation system repair, maintenance and operation
 Course setup
 Crew management
Crew Member/Leader; Pesticide Applicator; Irrigation Tech-April 1999 to March 2004
Glen Oak Country Club －Clarks Summit, PA
Located in Clarks Summit, PA Glen Oak is an 18 hole private club established in 1953 and designed by
James Harrison who was trained by and worked with the legendary Donald Ross.
 Developed skills and took on ever increasing responsibilities
 Participated in all aspects of golf course maintenance
 Irrigation and drainage repair and installation
 Pesticide applications
 Building repair and maintenance
 Inventory system development
 Project/Crew Management

2. Industry Involvement
• GCSAA Class A Superintendent
 GCSAA Chapter Delegate
 Pocono Turfgrass Association President
 New Jersey Turfgrass Association Member
 PA Certified Pesticide Applicator
Professional Development
2 Year Certificate: Professional Golf Turf Management, 2005
Rutgers University －New Brunswick, NJ, USA
 GPA-3.88
Architectural Engineering Technology, 1999
Penn State University －Dunmore, PA, USA
Continuing Education/Development
To date over 50 Seminars and Education conferences Including:
 GCSAA Education Conference (annually)
 New Jersey Green Expo Education Conference (annually)
 Penn State Golf Turf Conference
 Local Education Conferences and Seminars
Professional References
Please see attached professional references