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Golf Course Superintendent

Sharpsburg, GA · On-site

The Superintendent is responsible for supporting the Director Golf Course Maintenance with the 1st Assistant Superintendent with day-to-day operations. The responsibilities include developing and ...

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How much do golf course assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for golf course assistant in Georgia is $43,329.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,700.00 and $50,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Golf Course Assistant vs Golf Course Groundskeeper?

AspectGolf Course AssistantGolf Course Groundskeeper
CertificationsBasic knowledge of turf management, sometimes certifications preferredOften required to have turf management or landscaping certifications
Work EnvironmentGolf course, assisting with daily operations and customer serviceGolf course, focused on maintaining the course's grounds and turf
Job FocusSupporting course operations, assisting staff, customer serviceMaintaining turf, landscaping, and course aesthetics

The Golf Course Assistant primarily supports daily course operations and customer service, while the Golf Course Groundskeeper focuses on maintaining the course's turf and landscape. Both roles require turf management knowledge and are essential to golf course maintenance, but they differ in daily responsibilities and focus areas.

What is a golf course assistant?

A golf course assistant is a staff member who supports the daily operations of a golf course, including tasks such as maintaining the course, assisting players, and managing equipment. They often work alongside groundskeepers and may need knowledge of golf course maintenance and customer service skills.

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Infographic showing various Golf Course Assistant job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $43,329 per year, or $20.8 per hour.

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Bloom Golf Partners
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$65K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Cherokee Town and Country Club, located in Atlanta, GA, is seeking an honest, trustworthy, hardworking individual who is innovative and has great attention to detail to join their team as an Assistant Superintendent.
The Club has a long history of developing and preparing people to manage top facilities around the country. This is a perfect opportunity for an individual looking to grow their career while learning from some of the top leaders in the industry.
Success Traits of Individual:
  • Cherokee has a long-standing tradition of culture. We live by the motto, "What can I do? How can I help?"
  • Must be willing to help other employees. A portion of the GCM staff is highly tenured and has a sense of family.
  • Passion for the turfgrass industry and their career. The ideal candidate will be working towards advancing into a superintendent role.
  • Enjoys being a part of a highly reputable Club with a progressive history of advancing the careers of others through training, development, innovation, and teamwork.
  • Comfortable working in a high-paced environment.
  • Desires to be a part of construction and renovation work with a future Master Plan with Architect Andrew Green, including greens, tees, fairways, irrigation, drainage infrastructure, and bunkers.

Position Summary:
The Assistant Superintendent works with all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the golf course. The assistant superintendent is expected to observe conditions and take initiative to meet the standard. He or she should be comfortable speaking in front of large groups and can speak basic workplace Spanish. The Assistant Superintendent is expected to interact with members throughout the day, always carry himself or herself in a professional manner, and attend monthly Green Committee meetings. This person should have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, work well in a team environment, and be determined to succeed in the golf industry.
Club highlights:
  • Maintenance staff: 45-60 (off season to peak season)
  • Equipment is a mix of John Deere and Toro.
  • Rainbird irrigation central and controllers
  • Typical work hours: 45-55 hours with regular scheduled time off in season.
  • A consistent history of advancement for our assistant superintendents in the industry.

Throughout Ken Lee's 12-year tenure as Director of Golf Course Operations, he has had the pleasure of seeing several former Superintendents go on to achieve even greater success in larger roles. Those individuals include:
  • Rick Stafford - Director of Agronomy, The Ford Field & River Club, Richmond Hill, GA
  • Dan Nues - Golf Course Superintendent, Bacon Park, Savannah, GA
  • Lucas Heiman - Golf Course Superintendent, Moose Ridge Golf Course, South Lyon, MI
  • Larry Robinson - Golf Course Superintendent, Hoover Country Club, Hoover AL
  • Kevin Noble - Golf Course Superintendent, Westhaven Golf Club, Franklin, TN

Before becoming Director, several former employees who worked under Ken Lee as a Superintendent have also advanced to higher positions.
Key responsibilities, skills, aptitude, and knowledge:
  • This individual works closely with the superintendent to supervise, schedule, and train a large crew of full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees. Incorporate and enforce safe work practices. Provide safety training for employees as directed.
  • Apply fertilizers and plant protectants, including calibration sprayers and spreaders. Record all applications and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Perform irrigation scheduling and make basic irrigation repairs.
  • Execute and manage golf course improvement projects.
  • Perform basic mowing tasks and cultural practices when needed.
  • Facilitate interdepartmental collaboration, working with the Golf Shop, Events Staff, and other key team members.
  • The ideal candidate will be able to recognize problems and have an eye for the details.

Requirements:
  • Associate's, or bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management or related field (required)
  • The ability to obtain a GA pesticide license within 6 months of employment.
  • 1-3 years of golf course maintenance experience

Compensation and Benefits:
  • $65,000 - $70,000, dependent on experience
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 401K
  • Vacation
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Uniforms
  • Lunches
  • Local and national dues
  • Education
  • Golf privileges
  • Cell phone reimbursement

About Us:
Chartered in 1956, Cherokee Town and Country Club is recognized as one of America's premier private clubs. Located in the Atlanta metro area, the club has two locations: the Town Club, which occupies the famed Grant Estate on West Paces Ferry Road in Buckhead, and the Country Club, which is located near the Chattahoochee River in Sandy Springs.
The membership enjoys world-class amenities, including golf, dining, paddle sports, fitness, and aquatics. The excellence of these facilities, combined with a commitment to the highest standards in
member services, has brought the club an extraordinary number of honors and awards throughout the years.
The Country Club has 36 holes of championship golf and 15 acres of practice facilities. Practice facilities include a double-sided driving range, a three-green short game facility, and a dedicated chipping green. The greens on both courses are Champion Ultradwarf, approaches and collection areas are Tifgrand Hybrid Bermudagrass, fairways are Tifway Hybrid Bermudagrass, and the tees are a mixture of Zeon Zoysia and Tifway.
Over its long history, Cherokee has hosted some of the top amateur golf events, most recently the 100th playing of the Georgia State Amateur Championship in 2021. The club has recently secured the services of golf course architect Andrew Green, one of the most respected and sought-after architects, to create a Golf Course Master Plan for the entire property. The Golf Course Maintenance team operates out of a state-of-the-art turf care facility built in 2000.

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