Assistant Superintendent
Full-time
Oakland Hills, located in Bloomfield, Michigan is seeking a leadership minded 1st Assistant Superintendent to join its team.
Following one of the most significant golf course transformations of this century, Oakland Hills is entering a new chapter defined by competitive excellence, elite infrastructure, and long-term investment in people.
The club opened this new era with the 2024 U.S. Junior Amateur and will host seven additional USGA championships over the next 27 years. A state-of-the-art maintenance facility opened in 2025, with a new clubhouse set to open in Spring 2026. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to be at the forefront of meaningful change.
Upcoming Championships
Following one of the most significant golf course transformations of this century, Oakland Hills is entering a new chapter defined by competitive excellence, elite infrastructure, and long-term investment in people.
The club opened this new era with the 2024 U.S. Junior Amateur and will host seven additional USGA championships over the next 27 years. A state-of-the-art maintenance facility opened in 2025, with a new clubhouse set to open in Spring 2026. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to be at the forefront of meaningful change.
Upcoming Championships
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2029 U.S. Women’s Amateur
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2031 U.S. Women’s Open
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2034 U.S. Open
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2038 U.S. Girls’ Junior Amateur
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2042 U.S. Women’s Open
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2047 U.S. Amateur
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2051 U.S. Open
Why Oakland Hills?
Career Advancement
Oakland Hills has a strong track record of promoting team members into Golf Course Superintendent and senior management roles across the country. This is a true career accelerator with a culture built on internal development.
Commitment to Tradition
As stewards of championship golf, Oakland Hills honors the traditions and legacy of the game while preparing for its future.
Exposure to Elite Industry Practices
Work alongside leading industry partners and innovators, including:
Career Advancement
Oakland Hills has a strong track record of promoting team members into Golf Course Superintendent and senior management roles across the country. This is a true career accelerator with a culture built on internal development.
Commitment to Tradition
As stewards of championship golf, Oakland Hills honors the traditions and legacy of the game while preparing for its future.
Exposure to Elite Industry Practices
Work alongside leading industry partners and innovators, including:
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John Deere
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Rain Bird
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Toro
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Hanse Design
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Golf Water
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Leibold Irrigation
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Labar Golf Course Construction
Participation in Historic Renovations
Be involved in infrastructure and master planning projects including the Gil Hanse restoration of the Donald Ross North Course and the development of a new maintenance facility.
Educational Investment
Be involved in infrastructure and master planning projects including the Gil Hanse restoration of the Donald Ross North Course and the development of a new maintenance facility.
Educational Investment
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Scholarships (up to $20,000 awarded last year)
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Conference attendance
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Certificate programs
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Continuing education opportunities
Oakland Hills invests in its people with intention.
Success Traits
Success Traits
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Passion for the golf industry and respect for championship tradition
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Strong communication skills
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High standards and attention to detail
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Adaptability to weather, events, and agronomic demands
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Growth mindset
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Team-first mentality
Initial Priorities
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Integrate into daily operations across 36 holes
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Develop elite agronomic skill sets including:
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Water management
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Fertilizer and chemical applications
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Irrigation diagnostics and repair
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Championship course setup
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Team leadership
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Gain exposure to all facets of a top-20 agronomy program
Preferred Qualifications
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Certificate, associate’s, or bachelor’s degree preferred
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3-5 years of progressive golf course experience
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Passion for the industry and desire to advance professionally
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Motivated, team-oriented, and committed to excellence
Compensation & Benefits
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$80,000 – $90,000
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Volunteer opportunities with the PGA Tour, USGA, and PGA of America
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Industry networking and leadership exposure
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Leadership and management training
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401(k)
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Paid time off
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Health and dental benefits
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Golf privileges
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Association dues paid
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Clothing allowance
About Oakland Hills Country Club
Founded in 1916 with Walter Hagen as the first club professional, Oakland Hills is a 36-hole Donald Ross private club that has hosted 17 major championships. Legends such as Gary Player, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Ben Hogan have competed here—Hogan famously nicknamed the South Course “The Monster.”
Recently restored by Gil Hanse, Jim Wagner, and Caveman Construction, the South Course returned to Donald Ross’ original vision and rapidly rose in world rankings following its 2021 debut.
Founded in 1916 with Walter Hagen as the first club professional, Oakland Hills is a 36-hole Donald Ross private club that has hosted 17 major championships. Legends such as Gary Player, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Ben Hogan have competed here—Hogan famously nicknamed the South Course “The Monster.”
Recently restored by Gil Hanse, Jim Wagner, and Caveman Construction, the South Course returned to Donald Ross’ original vision and rapidly rose in world rankings following its 2021 debut.
Restoration Highlights
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USGA specification greens
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PrecisionAire vaulted units in 19 greens (heating, cooling, vacuum, pressure)
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Complete reseeding of short grass with 007/777/L93-XD and Flagstick bentgrasses
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Better Billy Bunker liners
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Rain Bird 2-wire irrigation system with Watertronics pump station
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23 miles of new drainage
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Extensive tree removal
Media Highlights:
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MiStory #19 – Phil Cuffare, Oakland Hills CC & the U.S. Junior Amateur
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Golfweek – Gil Hanse restoration feature
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USGA Announcement – Oakland Hills to host multiple future championships
This is more than a job.
It is an opportunity to build your career inside one of the most respected championship environments in the world—during one of the most transformative eras in the club’s history.
It is an opportunity to build your career inside one of the most respected championship environments in the world—during one of the most transformative eras in the club’s history.
Educational Requirements
Certificate, associate’s, or bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience Requirements
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3-5 years of progressive golf course experience
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Passion for the industry and desire to advance professionally
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Motivated, team-oriented, and committed to excellence
Job Benefits
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Volunteer opportunities with the PGA Tour, USGA, and PGA of America
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Industry networking and leadership exposure
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Leadership and management training
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401(k)
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Paid time off
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Health and dental benefits
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Golf privileges
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Association dues paid
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Clothing allowance
Date Job is Available
Salary
$80,000 to $90,000 per year
Overtime: No
Job Application Instructions
Interested applicants should apply using the application URL link
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