1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Country Club in Chicago, Illinois is looking for a 1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Overview:
This role is ideal for an aspiring Superintendent who wants hands-on leadership experience, deep agronomic development, and involvement in major improvement projects at a historic private club.

Key Responsibilities
• Staff scheduling, training, and daily leadership
• Irrigation system operation, troubleshooting, and repair
• Moisture management and hand watering
• Daily course setup and execution of maintenance standards
• Cultural practices including aerification, topdressing, and grooming
• Participation in drainage and turf improvement projects
• Tournament preparation and execution (including Western Amateur)
• Equipment operation and ability to train staff
• Support implementation of upcoming capital improvements
• Strong communication and ability to hold self and team accountable

Requirements
• Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management (preferred but not required)
• 4–7 years of progressive golf course maintenance experience
• Supervisory or crew leadership experience
• Experience with fertilizer and pesticide applications
• Strong irrigation and water management skills
• Illinois pesticide license or ability to obtain
• Ability to excel in a high-expectation, detail-oriented environment
• Candidates without preferred education will be considered if experience is strong

Compensation
$76,000–$90,000 per year.

How to apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.

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