First Assistant Superintendent

Diamond Creek Golf Club invites applications from motivated, career-driven individuals for the role of First Assistant Superintendent. This position offers an outstanding opportunity for a developing turf professional to refine their skills and grow within a premier private-club environment.

Working closely with the Superintendent and Senior Assistant Superintendent, the First Assistant will play an integral role in the daily execution of championship-caliber agronomy. This leadership structure provides a strong foundation for mentorship while allowing for meaningful involvement in decision-making and day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will be actively engaged in staff leadership, daily course conditioning, chemical and fertility programs, and moisture management. This role is well suited for an individual who is ready to take on increased responsibility while continuing to develop within a high-expectation, team-oriented environment.

Diamond Creek places a strong emphasis on internal development, and this position offers a clear pathway for continued growth as responsibilities evolve within the department. Candidates seeking both mentorship and the opportunity to advance within a dynamic agronomy program are encouraged to apply.

About Diamond Creek

Diamond Creek is an exclusive, 18-hole Tom Fazio design located in the mountain town of Banner Elk, North Carolina. Opened in 2003, the course is consistently recognized among Golf Digest’s Top 100 Courses. The property features cool-season turf throughout, including bentgrass greens, tees, and fairways with Kentucky bluegrass rough and fine fescue native areas, and is known for exceptional conditioning, dramatic mountain scenery, and an unwavering commitment to agronomic excellence.

Banner Elk offers cool summer temperatures, abundant outdoor recreation, and direct access to the Pisgah National Forest, with hiking, mountain biking, fishing, rafting, and winter sports at nearby Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain. Appalachian State University in Boone is 30 minutes away, while Johnson City, TN is roughly an hour’s drive. The area provides a blend of restaurants, cultural events, and a relaxed mountain lifestyle.