1st Assistant Superintendent

Troon; Saint Michaels (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Links at Perry Cabin is seeking a 1st Assistant Superintendent to work closely with the Superintendent on maintaining exceptional playing conditions for members and guests. The role focuses on budget adherence, staff supervision, and overseeing maintenance across greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers.

The candidate should have a related degree and 3–4 years of experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to obtain a Maryland pesticide license within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science.
• 3-4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the golf course maintenance budget and capital plans with the Superintendent.
• Supervise maintenance staff and daily duties.
• Plan, organize and direct maintenance and construction of greens, tees, fairways, roughs and bunkers.
• Oversee planting and cultural practices for turf grasses, trees and ornamentals.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and aligned with budget.
• Procure supplies while keeping costs within budget.

Education

Bachelor's degree in agronomy/horticulture/plant/soil science

Associate degree in agronomy/horticulture/plant/soil science

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Links at Perry Cabin is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of 1st Assistant Superintendent. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior playing conditions for our members and their guests.

Pay Range: $80,000-90,000 annually

Key Responsibilities of the 1st Assistant Superintendent

• Works with the Superintendent to ensure that the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans are maintained and followed.
• Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.
• Assists in the planning, organizing and direction of the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees and ornamental plants.
• Ensures that construction equipment is properly maintained.
• Assists in the procurement of supplies and materials and ensures costs remain within budgetary limitations.
• Keeps records of annual maintenance activities and costs and assists with the preparation of required prepares reports.
• Follows sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible.
• Reconciles and provides timely coding of all invoices, payroll and other required documents.
• Coordinates snow removal (depending upon facility location).
• Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensures associates obtain proper license needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations. Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.
• Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
• Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Minimum Qualifications for the Assistant Superintendent

• Bachelors degree, Associates degree or equivalent from a four or two year college; 3-4 year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience (degree preference in agronomy/horticulture/plant/soil science.

Other Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, & Outlook.
• Ability to obtain a Maryland pesticide license within 6 months of employment.