Assistant Superintendent

Educational Requirements

2-year or 4-year degree or certificate in turf management (or related field, such as agronomy, horticulture, plant science, soil science) preferred

Experience Requirements

• 2 years’ experience in golf course maintenance leadership preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Pesticide application license within 60 days of employment

Special Requirements

Preferred Golf Course Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of management and maintenance of bentgrass greens, tees, and fairways
• Knowledge of use and operating standards of equipment and tools used in golf course construction and maintenance work
• Knowledge of safe use, mixing and application of chemicals and commercial products
• Knowledge of the game of golf, golf rules and methods of play
• Ability to anticipate personnel, equipment, and material requirements related to golf course maintenance and repair assignments
• Ability and knowledge to lay out irrigation and drainage patterns, and to construct tees and/or greens

General Knowledge and Skills

• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Basic Computer Skills - Using basic computer hardware and software (e.g., personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.). Microsoft Office suite proficiency preferred.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, regulations, and agency rules that apply to job (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Analytical/Critical Thinking - The ability to gather and organize information using a logical and systematic process; recognize patterns and relationships in complex data; examine data to identify implications, problems and draw appropriate conclusions; generate alternative solutions to problems; evaluate strengths, weaknesses and consequences of alternative solutions and approaches to solving problems.
• Number Facility - The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
• Originality - The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about products, services or situations, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
• Adaptability - Ability to effectively adjust to major changes in work tasks or the work environment.

Management Competencies

• Aligning Performance for Success - Skilled at focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives.
• Building a Successful Team - Skilled at building a cohesive team and facilitating goal accomplishment. Understand principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training and development.
• Building Trust - Ability to interact with others in an honest, fair and respectful way; giving others confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.
• Communication - Skilled at clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media; engaging the audience and helping them understand and retain the message.
• Customer Focus - Ability to develop an understanding of member expectations and address issues within reasonable control.
• High Work Standards - Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.
• Planning and Organizing - Skilled at establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure work is completed efficiently.
• Problem Solving / Decision Making - Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing solutions.

Physical Demands

• Standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, etc.
• Varies from Medium Work to Very Heavy Work
• Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Benefits

Vacation; 401(k); group term medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; uniforms; golfing privileges; GCSAA national and local chapter dues; continuing education opportunities; and in-season meals.

Date Job is Available

Friday at 06:00 AM

Salary

$55,000 to $65,000 per year

Overtime: No

Job Application Instructions

Please submit applications via the APPLY ONLINE link provided.