Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

• Participate in all aspects of golf maintenance program(s) including, but not limited to: equipment maintenance, cultural practices, personnel supervision, purchasing program, facility and/or grounds care, recreational amenities, construction projects and applications of product.
• Assist in establishing goals and objectives.
• Participate in development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the effectiveness of team decision-making and management by providing information, sharing resources, participating and adapting work schedules to accomplish goals and projects, act as the liaison among Superintendent, staff members and other divisions and departments.
• Perform some specialized duties independently; perform a variety of basic to skilled labor and technical assignments.
• Supervise and work with a group of employees in various maintenance and operational activities and projects; assign work to each crew member and train employees when required.
• Assist workers in resolving individual and work problems; maintain attendance records of assigned employees; compile, review, and approve timecard data; assist in annual performance appraisals and recommend personnel actions.
• Assist in interviewing and training the seasonal staff.
• Assist in supervising the care and maintenance of assigned areas; may be placed in charge of planning, organizing, and supervision of a specific assigned area.
• Assist in evaluating effectiveness of programs; modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation during the absence of the Superintendent.
• Assist in coordinating annual division budget by monitoring expenditures and revenues; manage account funds, follow guidelines and stay within appropriate stipulated limits; maintain logbooks and records and report annually or upon request.
• May act in the capacity of Superintendent; may represent the division at various governmental and professional meetings.
• Prepare a variety or reports and projects as requested by the Superintendent.
• Perform related work as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

KNOWLEDGE:  Working knowledge of general pre-maintenance and maintenance, including reel sharpening and back lapping of golf course equipment; of agronomy, turf grass science, rules of golf, maintenance of golf course greens, tees and fairways; of seeding and maintenance practices for the golf course turf; of planting, cultivating, pruning and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; of the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil amendments; of pesticides and pest control methods and materials; of calibration techniques, drainage control, sprinkler system operation and maintenance, including pumps, satellites, weather stations, and automatic controls; of basic electricity, theory and hydraulics as related to an irrigation system; of golf course equipment and mowing techniques; working knowledge of computers.
SKILL:  Demonstrated skill in preparing written reports and completing projects; skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job; people management skills needed to supervise a working staff.
ABILITY:  Schedule and supervise maintenance work delegated by the Superintendent to achieve the most efficient utilization of man-hours, materials cost, and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports, logbooks, or files; maintain professional and effective employee and public relations; work weekends and holidays when needed; maintain safe working conditions; follow written and oral instructions; establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, subordinates, other supervisors and the public.
TRAINING:  Associates degree in related field with specialized courses in specific areas as assigned. Current State Pesticide Applicator's Certification – Qualified Supervisor Status with Turf and Ornamental Categories strongly preferred; Cirrus Central Computer training or related training and Class C member of good standing with RMGCSA/GCSAA preferred.
EXPERIENCE:  Three (3) years experience in Golf Course Maintenance, or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's license with a safe driving record.

Please ensure your application is complete and submitted prior to 11:59 pm on July 20, 2025, to be considered. Incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process.