Senior Assistant Superintendent
Job Details
Snake River Sporting Club, located just 19 miles from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Assistant Superintendent to join its golf course maintenance team. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career at a premier private sporting club while living and working in a sought-after outdoor destination.
The club's Tom Weiskopf-designed golf course is currently ranked the #2 golf course in Wyoming, and the maintenance team is entering an exciting period of continued improvement and capital investment. The Senior Assistant Superintendent will play an important role in maintaining exceptional playing conditions while helping lead the daily operation and future development of the golf course.
Reporting to Golf Course Superintendent Steve Miller, the Senior Assistant Superintendent will help lead daily maintenance operations, supervise and develop staff, coordinate work assignments, and ensure maintenance practices are completed safely, efficiently, and to the standards expected by the club and its membership.
This position offers meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to grow as a golf course management professional. The successful candidate will gain exposure to agronomic planning, water management, equipment operation, staff development, and significant upcoming capital improvement projects while working alongside an experienced and established maintenance team.
Club Highlights
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Approximately 9,000 annual rounds
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Staff Size: 20 full-time employees and 12-15 seasonal part-time employees
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Typical Schedule:
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In-season: approximately 45-55 hours per week with two days off each week.
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Off-season, generally 30-40 hours per week and offers significant flexibility based on weather and operational needs.
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Turf Types:
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A-4 bentgrass greens
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Bluegrass fairways, tees, approaches, and roughs
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Scottish Links Fescue native areas
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Irrigation System: Rain Bird sprinkler heads with Toro controls
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Equipment: Purchased Toro equipment
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The club is currently receiving bids for several potential capital improvements, including:
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Complete bunker renovation
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Irrigation upgrades, including sprinkler replacement, additional quick couplers, satellite replacement, and new bunker irrigation
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New island tee on #12
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Tee leveling and regrassing
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Driving range tee renovation, including turf mats
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New maintenance facility
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Success Traits of the Individual
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Passionate about the turf industry and committed to maintaining high-quality playing conditions
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A motivated self-starter who takes ownership of responsibilities
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Organized and detail-oriented
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A strong communicator who can clearly establish expectations and priorities
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Team-oriented and willing to contribute to a positive work environment
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A confident leader who can supervise, delegate, and hold team members accountable
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Comfortable contributing ideas and helping improve maintenance practices and procedures
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Experienced working in a high-end private club environment
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Comfortable communicating with a predominantly Spanish-speaking maintenance team
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Flexible and able to adjust priorities based on weather, course conditions, staffing, and daily needs
Initial Priorities of the Position
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Scheduling and coordinating daily maintenance activities
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Communicating daily priorities and expectations with staff
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Supervising and delegating work assignments
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Scouting the golf course and identifying areas requiring attention
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Ensuring maintenance tasks are completed properly and to established standards
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Supporting the Superintendent with daily agronomic and operational decisions
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Helping maintain consistency in course conditions and maintenance practices
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Building trust and credibility with the maintenance team
Key Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Aptitude
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Assist the Golf Course Superintendent with the daily management and operation of the golf course maintenance department.
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Schedule and coordinate daily maintenance practices and communicate priorities to staff.
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Supervise, delegate, and follow up on work assignments to ensure tasks are completed properly and efficiently.
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Lead by example and help establish a positive, productive, and accountable work environment.
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Scout the golf course regularly and communicate turf, irrigation, pest, disease, and other maintenance concerns.
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Assist with the implementation of agronomic practices and maintenance programs.
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Demonstrate a strong understanding of turfgrass management and cultural practices.
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Assist with water management and irrigation practices.
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Understand proper operation and use of golf course maintenance equipment.
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Assist with equipment calibration and ensure applications are performed properly.
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Help ensure fertilizer and plant protection applications are completed safely and accurately.
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Monitor course conditions and communicate concerns or opportunities for improvement to the Superintendent.
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Train and develop staff in proper maintenance practices, equipment operation, safety, and attention to detail.
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Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and productive maintenance facility and work environment.
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Contribute ideas and recommendations regarding maintenance practices, procedures, and operational efficiency.
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Work closely with the Superintendent and maintenance team to maintain the standards expected by ownership and membership.
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Assist with special projects and capital improvement projects as needed.
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Participate in professional development, continued education, and industry networking opportunities.
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
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4-7 years of golf course maintenance experience.
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Certificate, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field.
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Previous supervisory or leadership experience within a golf course maintenance operation.
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Experience working at a high-end private club or similar golf course environment.
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Strong understanding of turfgrass management and agronomic practices.
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Experience with water management and irrigation systems.
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Strong organizational and communication skills.
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Ability to effectively lead and communicate with a predominantly Spanish-speaking maintenance team.
Compensation & Benefits
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Salary: $85,000 - $95,000, depending on experience and qualifications
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Performance-based bonus
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On-site housing options
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Affordable off-site housing options and housing allowance opportunities
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Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
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401(k) with a 50% match up to 6%
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Three weeks of PTO/vacation
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Short-term disability
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Continued education opportunities
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Local and national association dues
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Uniforms
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Free food while working
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Golfing privileges
About Us
Snake River Sporting Club is nestled along the Snake River, just 19 miles from Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The club sits above the river and offers breathtaking views of the Snake River Canyon and surrounding mountain ranges.
Jackson Hole is an exceptional destination for those who enjoy the outdoors, with world-class opportunities for fishing, hiking, rafting, kayaking, skiing, snowmobiling, and more. Grand Teton National Park is approximately 13 miles from Jackson, while Yellowstone National Park is just over two hours away.
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Benefits
Job Benefits
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000, depending on experience and qualifications
Performance-based bonus
On-site housing options
Affordable off-site housing options and housing allowance opportunities
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) with a 50% match up to 6%
Three weeks of PTO/vacation
Short-term disability
Continued education opportunities
Local and national association dues
Uniforms
Free food while working
Golfing privileges
Performance-based bonus
On-site housing options
Affordable off-site housing options and housing allowance opportunities
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) with a 50% match up to 6%
Three weeks of PTO/vacation
Short-term disability
Continued education opportunities
Local and national association dues
Uniforms
Free food while working
Golfing privileges
Job Requirements
Experience Requirements
4-7 years of golf course maintenance experience.
Educational Requirements
Certificate, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field.
Salary Range
From $85,000 to $95,000 per year
Availability
Overtime Available
No
Date Job is Available
October 7, 2026
Application Details
Job Application URL
Application Instructions
Please apply using the Job Application URL
Company Information
Company Name
Snake River Sporting Club
Address
Snake River Sporting Club, 14885, Sporting Club Road, Wyoming, 83001
Contact Person
Ryan McNally
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