1st Assistant Superintendent

Key Responsibilities

• Works with the Superintendent to ensure the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans are maintained and followed.
• Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.
• Aids in the planning, organizing, and direction of the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants.
• Ensures that construction equipment is properly maintained.
• Aids in the procurement of supplies and materials and ensures costs remain within budgetary limitations.
• Keeps records of annual maintenance activities and costs and assists with the preparation of required reports.
• Fulfills sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible.
• Reconciles and provides timely coding of all invoices, payroll, and other required documents.
• Captures and coordinates snow removal (depending upon facility location).
• Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensures associates obtain proper licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations.
• Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.
• Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.
• Affirms that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate.
• Develops ongoing training programs.
• Maintains business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs, and other expenses.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree or equivalent from a four or two year college;
• 3-4 years related experience;
• or equivalent combination of education and experience (degree preference in agronomy/horticulture/plant/soil science).

Other Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, & Outlook.
• Ability to obtain a Maryland pesticide license within 6 months of employment.