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Assistant Golf Course Superintendents frequently encounter challenges such as managing turf health during extreme weather, coordinating a diverse maintenance team, and balancing budget constraints with course quality expectations. Addressing these challenges often requires strong communication and organizational skills, proactive planning for seasonal changes, and adaptability to evolving turf management practices. Building good relationships with the superintendent, staff, and vendors also helps in finding solutions and maintaining smooth operations.

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To thrive as an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, you need knowledge of turfgrass management, irrigation systems, pest control, and a relevant degree or certification in turf management or agronomy. Experience with industry-standard equipment, weather monitoring tools, and familiarity with environmentally sustainable practices are typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills help in managing grounds staff and coordinating maintenance schedules. These skills ensure the golf course is well-maintained, playable, and safe, contributing to member satisfaction and environmental stewardship.

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An assistant golf course superintendent helps the superintendent and other managers of a golf course. In this career, you oversee certain aspects of course operations. Your responsibilities may include maintenance and repair of fairways, bunkers, and greens. Your duties could also involve planning improvements, other projects associated with the golf course, and the maintenance budget. You may source equipment and supervise the turf crew during the project. As an assistant golf course superintendent, you need to make sure that any maintenance or improvement meets the regulations for golf courses.

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AspectAssistant Golf Course SuperintendentGolf Course Superintendent
CertificationsGreen Industry certifications, such as GCSAASame as assistant, plus more extensive experience
Work EnvironmentAssists in daily course maintenance and managementOversees entire course operations and staff
ResponsibilitiesSupports superintendent, manages specific areasLeads maintenance, staff, budgeting, and planning

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Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Berkeley Hall Club Inc

Okatie, SC • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 hours ago

Job description

Description

POSITION: Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

DEPARTMENT: Golf Course Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Course Superintendent

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Exempt

SUPERVISES EMPLOYEES: Yes


Club Description:

Berkeley Hall Club, a distinctive private golf community edged on the banks of the pristine Okatie River in Bluffton, South Carolina - the heart of the coastal Lowcountry - a world with a casually inviting and active lifestyle that sets the standard for all private communities. Just minutes from Hilton Head Island, our 980-acre property is unique among top private golf communities. With two world-class Tom Fazio courses and a stunning Jeffersonian-style clubhouse that form the "Core of the Community," our two walkable classic courses feel more like a golf retreat, with beautiful lagoons and majestic live oaks.


Honors

Platinum Club of America

Platinum Club of the World

Distinguished Club Award

Best Residential Courses-North & South Course - Golfweek

Top 100 Golf Communities - Travel + Leisure

Top 100 Premier Properties - Links Magazine


PURPOSE:

Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, cart paths, and landscape beds. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his/her absence.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work; and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment.
  • Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; and supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
  • Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline.
  • May modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.
  • Schedules and supervises maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment;
  • Prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations.

SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • May require current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change; e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc.


SALARY/BENEFITS:

Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience.


The club offers an excellent employee benefits package including:

  • Employer sponsored medical, dental, vision & life insurance
  • 401K match plan
  • Retention Bonus for every year worked starting at $500
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • Free lunch meal while working
  • Golf privileges (on select days) and Pro Shop discounts

Other Perks:

  • Referral Bonus
  • Experience Expert Recognition Program
  • Service Awards
  • Employee Celebrations

Join Our Esteemed Team at Berkeley Hall Club!

At Berkeley Hall Club, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service in a refined atmosphere. If you have a passion for golf and an appreciation for the finer things in life, we invite you to apply to become a part of our distinguished team.


Why Join Us?

  • Exclusive Environment: Work in a premier setting that values tradition and excellence.
  • Passion for Golf: Immerse yourself in a community that shares your enthusiasm for the game.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the club.

If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to Berkeley Hall Club, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and help us continue to create memorable experiences for our members and guests.

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