Assistant Superintendent

The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with, and under the direct supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent.  He/she will manage and maintain golf course properties including golf courses, clubhouse grounds and landscaping, open spaces and the equipment used to maintain these areas at the direction of the Superintendent.  Responsible for the implementation of all golf course maintenance programs.

·        The Assistant Superintendent will be involved in the daily and long-term planning and direction of the golf course maintenance operation.

·        Maintains an open dialogue with the golf course superintendent regarding all issues golf course and employee related to help execute the vision of the superintendent.

·        Maintains all grounds and course maintenance according to the club’s
turf management program under the direct supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent.

·        Trains and supervises in coordination with the superintendent all full-time and seasonal crew members.

·        Often responsible for pesticide and fertilizer applications after consultation with superintendent.

·        Maintains accurate pesticide application records.

·        Supervises and/or executes entire agronomic plan in landscape in coordination with course landscaper.

·        Maintains course in proper playing condition, as recommended by superintendent.

·        Inspects course regularly to evaluate and recommend improvements.

·        Helps to ensure that entire golf maintenance facility is clean and organized (including irrigation parts room, chemical storage room, and mechanics parts room).

·        Often oversees repairs of irrigation system (breaks, sprinkler issues, troubleshooting)

·        Works closely with the Superintendent to implement the property’s safety program.

·        Communicates as necessary with the golf shop relating to on-course activities.

·        Works with Superintendent to ensure proper landscaping for property outside of golf course including the clubhouse and surrounding areas.

·        Helps determine when course should be closed due to weather conditions that may damage the course if play continues.

·        Conducts other appropriate tasks assigned by the General Manager or Superintendent.

·        Have a basic understanding of the rules of golf.

·        Some administrative and executive ability, especially critical in problem-solving and decision-making.  Need to work in “team” atmosphere while executing the vision of the Superintendent.

·        Ability to perform required role in emergency situations.

·        An interest in the game of golf is preferred.

·        Positive leader