Assistant Superintendent

Job Title: Senior Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Reports to: Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations

FLSA Category: Salary/Exempt Position

Compensation: $70,000 - $85,000 Annual Base Salary Commensurate with Experience

Relocation: Relocation Assistance Available

Location: TPC Louisiana

11001 Lapalco Boulevard

Avondale, Louisiana 70094

About TPC Louisiana:

TPC Louisiana opened in 2004 and is one of over 30 premier golf courses owned and operated by the PGA Tour. TPC Louisiana is located in the suburbs southwest of New Orleans. It is an 18-hole golf course in the southern United States, located in Avondale, Louisiana, a suburb southwest and less than a 30-minute drive from New Orleans. Renowned golf course architect Pete Dye designed the course with tour professionals Steve Elkington and Kelly Gibson. The course currently hosts the Zurich Classic of New Orleans in April of each year. The greens have Mini Verde Bermudagrass, and the fairways have TifSport Bermudagrass. TPC properties are known for their outstanding conditioning and amenities and a commitment to environmental excellence.

To learn more about the TPC Louisianan, visit their webpage at https://tpc.com/louisiana/.

Career Trajectory:

As a team member of the TPC Network, you would have the opportunity to learn, develop, grow, and have career opportunities only TPC can provide. You will have the opportunity to participate in TPC’s Agronomy Tournament Experience Program, where you can visit and provide agronomic support at TPC-hosted events, the opportunity to participate in TPC’s Golf Course Superintendent Program and participate in TPC’s Network Leadership Exchange Program, where you can learn about new grasses, practices, management skills, etc.

Position Summary:

The Senior Assistant Golf Course Superintendent is a key position within the Golf Course Maintenance Department. Working directly with the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations, the Senior Assistant Golf Course Superintendent's responsibility would include assisting with the planning, managing, and directing golf course maintenance, developing the daily departmental work schedules, and coordinating the related activities with the staff.

Responsibilities Include:

• Train, motivate, and supervise staff in performing the tasks associated with maintaining the golf course.
• Plan, schedule, monitor, and supervise daily operations.
• Assist the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations with recommendations concerning personnel matters such as pay rates, performance reviews, corrective actions, and terminations.
• Promote and ensure safety practices under local, state, and federal regulations. Train staff in safety procedures and internal procedures.
• Ensure cleanliness of the golf course equipment, maintenance facility, and grounds.
• Assist with the preparation, development, and management of the operating budget.
• Assist with record keeping for supplies, daily logs, application records, weather records, and personnel.
• Assist in developing and implementing the necessary cultural maintenance programs to keep the golf course and landscape grounds in good condition, including the proper application of pesticides and fertilizers.
• Operate within all local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.

   

  Qualifications (knowledge, skills, and abilities):

• Bachelor’s, Associate, or Certification in turf management or related field or equivalent experience in turf management
• Thorough knowledge of general business administration practices and golf course operations practices and procedures.
• Prior experience in supervising or leading staff.
• Working knowledge of golf course operations, turf management, and practices.

   

  Benefits:

• Group medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• 401k retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Paid time off for vacation and holiday pay.
• Paid GCSAA annual national and local association membership paid and attendance at some local and regional conferences.
• Paid GCSAA Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Certificate Program.
• Tuition assistance.
• Complimentary employee meals.
• Access to PGA TOUR golf tournaments
• Tuition Assistance

Playing privileges and employee discounts