Assistant Superintendent
Overview
Founded in 1890, The Apawamis Club is the 6th oldest private club in the United States and steeped in history. The Club remains on the forefront with world-class facilities and an active and family oriented membership. The golf course combines quirky architectural character with an old school aesthetic – reminiscent of the early days of golf.
With major architectural work completed on the golf course (2017-2020) and a new Rain Bird Cirrus Pro irrigation system (2021), the club is now putting a focus on fine-tuning the property. The club works with Golf Course Architect, Keith Foster on a yearly basis, to address opportunities to improve the golf experience at Apawamis. With a number of new projects and initiatives in the coming years, Apawamis presents an exciting opportunity for turfgrass professionals.
Job Description & Duties:
The Assistant will work with the Superintendent and other Assistants to plan and execute daily operations, evaluate current agronomic programs/procedures and strategize long-term projects. The daily role of the Assistant includes disease and insect scouting, participating in daily maintenance, crew management, irrigation scheduling and interdepartmental collaboration.
Educational Requirements
2-year or 4-year degree in turf management or related field
Experience Requirements
1-3 years working on a golf course
Special Requirements
The candidate must possess a great passion for this industry and their career, have the ability to take initiative at all times, be a “team player”, and must bring a positive attitude to work on a daily basis. The ability to work alongside and interact with the rest of the Management staff, Union employees, and seasonal employees at all times is essential. The ideal candidate will be working towards becoming a golf course superintendent.
Job Benefits
- Full health, dental, and life insurance package after 30 days
- Vacation
- 401K retirement plan with contribution match
- Monthly housing stipend
- Annual performance bonus
- Clothing allowance
- Continuing education, and association dues
- Golf privileges
- Relocation package, based on candidate’s location
Date Job is Available
Salary
$80,000 to $85,000 per year
Overtime: No
Job Application Instructions
Email resume to Golf Course Superintendent Jace Roman - jroman@apawamis.org
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