Assistant Golf Course and Facilities Superintendent

Responsibilities

• Aid in the planning, organization, and execution of daily golf course maintenance operations
• Supervise, train, schedule, and coordinate seasonal and full-time maintenance staff
• Assist with daily course setup and ensure a high standard of presentation
• Participate in mowing, rolling, bunker maintenance, irrigation, and other turf maintenance practices
• Assist with fertilizer and plant protectant applications
• Maintain high standards for course conditioning, detail, and overall presentation
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and repair the irrigation system
• Coordinate maintenance activities around daily play, golf events, and tournaments
• Assist with equipment operation and routine maintenance
• Participate in golf course improvement projects and renovations
• Lead by example and help establish expectations for the maintenance staff
• Assume additional leadership and operational responsibilities in the Golf Course Superintendent's absence

Qualifications

• Hardworking, dependable, organized, and motivated to continue developing professionally within the golf course management industry
• Previous golf course or turfgrass maintenance experience
• Turfgrass education or related degree/certificate preferred, but not required for the right candidate
• Knowledge of golf course maintenance practices and equipment
• Irrigation operation, troubleshooting, and repair experience
• Pesticide applicator license or the ability and willingness to obtain one within six months of employment
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and collaborate effectively with a diverse seasonal staff
• Effective communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required by golf course operations

Work-Life Balance

We recognize that demanding schedules and extended workweeks are common in the golf course industry. At Lake Waramaug Country Club, we believe it is possible to maintain high standards on the golf course while also providing our team with a sustainable work schedule. During the golf season, our goal is to keep the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent's workweek at approximately 50 hours or less whenever course conditions and operational needs allow. During the winter months, the typical workweek is approximately 35 hours. There will be occasions when weather, tournaments, projects, or other circumstances require additional hours, but extended workweeks are not intended to be the norm. We believe providing a healthy work-life balance allows our team members to perform at a high level, enjoy their careers, and build a sustainable future in the golf course management profession.