Assistant Superintendent

Hackensack Golf Club is seeking a motivated and career-driven Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join a highly professional and hard-working agronomy team. This is an excellent opportunity to work at a premier, historic metro-New York private club with an active capital improvement program and strong commitment to professional development. 

Club Highlights: 

• Classic Charles Banks design undergoing in-house restoration under direction of Rees Jones 
• 2025 Maintenance Budget: $2.5 million. Capital Budget: $300,000–$500,000 
• Annual Rounds: Approximately 23,000 per year; 15–18 outings annually 
• Staffing: Approximately 25 seasonal employees and 8 full-time employees 
• Turf Types: 
  • Greens/Tees/Fairways - Bent/Poa 
  • Rough - Tall Fescue/Bluegrass/Rye 
• Irrigation System: Toro Lynx 
• Equipment: Mostly Toro 
• Future Projects: 
  • Expansion of maintenance facility with 6 equipment bays & 4 material storage bins 
  • #17 green-side bunker restoration and multiple tee box restorations 
• Recent Improvements: Renovations to holes #8, 9, and 10 (bunkers, tees, green expansions); clubhouse upgrades including pro shop, bag room, and balcony 
• Future Events: 
  • 2026 - USGA Senior Amateur Sectional Qualification and NJ Seniors 
  • 2030 - MGA Mid-Am 
  • 2033 - NJSGA Open 

SUCCESS TRAITS OF THE INDIVIDUAL: 

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic 
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills 
• Exceptional organizational skills 
• Driven, self-motivated, career-oriented 
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment

INITIAL PRIORITIES OF THE POSITION: 

• Become familiar with crew management practices and provide consistent daily leadership. 
• Learn, understand, and execute all aspects of golf course maintenance operations. 
• Take initiative in monitoring course conditions and addressing issues proactively. 
• Support the Superintendent in planning and carrying out cultural practices, ongoing projects, and day-to-day maintenance tasks. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & APTITUDE: 

• Assist in all daily golf course maintenance operations 
• Lead, train, motivate, and supervise staff 
• Schedule and plan daily tasks and projects 
• Perform and oversee fertilizer and pesticide applications 
• Execute irrigation and water management strategies; troubleshoot system issues 
• Maintain records for applications, water usage, and cultural programs 
• Monitor turf health, moisture, disease pressure, and environmental conditions 
• Ensure efficient execution of in-house restoration projects and capital improvements 
• Uphold and model HGC’s strong commitment to work ethic, professionalism, and course excellence 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 4–7 years of relevant golf course maintenance experience 
• Required Education: Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management or related field 
• Experience with bentgrass/poa management in the Northeast preferred 
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities 
• Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain quickly) 
• Note: Education requirements are required and cannot be offset with experience. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: 

• $85,000 
• Bonus potential 
• On-site housing
• Health, dental & vision insurance 
• 401(k) with 3% match 
• PTO/Vacation 
• Short- and long-term disability 
• Continued education (local & national seminars) 
• Local & national association dues 
• Uniforms 
• Free meals 
• Golf privileges 

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