Senior Assistant Superintendent

About the role

The Senior Assistant Superintendent at Arcis Golf is a key leadership role in the agronomy team, assisting the Golf Course Superintendent in maintaining championship‑quality playing conditions while overseeing daily operations and staff. This position works directly with the Superintendent to plan, execute, and supervise all golf course maintenance activities, including leading the maintenance team, ensuring safety and quality standards, and stepping in as acting Superintendent when needed. The role blends hands‑on agronomy expertise with leadership and operational oversight, ensuring Arcis Golf clubs deliver top‑tier playing conditions and guest experiences. Location: Gentle Creek Country Club, Prosper, TX.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Assist in planning and executing all golf course maintenance practices — mowing, irrigation, fertilization, pest management.
• Staff Management: Supervise, train, mentor, and develop crew members; promote accountability, teamwork, and safety.
• Course Condition Monitoring: Inspect greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and landscaped areas; monitor turf health and environmental conditions.
• Irrigation & Water Management: Schedule, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems; implement water management strategies.
• Agronomic Programs: Support chemical/fertilizer applications in compliance with local/state regulations; plan fertility, disease, weed, and insect control.
• Recordkeeping & Budgeting: Maintain accurate records of agronomic practices, equipment use, and inventory; assist with budgeting, purchasing, and resource allocation.
• Project Support: Assist with renovations, drainage work, and special event setups.
• Acting Superintendent: Step in as Superintendent in their absence.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field (preferred).
• Experience: 3–5+ years in golf course maintenance with leadership responsibilities.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of warm‑season turfgrass management (Bermuda preferred), irrigation systems, and water management.
• Licenses: Texas pesticide applicator’s license or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Soft Skills: Leadership, communication, organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee discount and golf privileges