Assistant Golf Course Superintendent: Agronomy & Leadership

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

River Downs Golf Club in Maryland seeks an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support daily course setup, mowing operations, and quality control to maintain tournament-level conditions for our members and events.

The role includes applying fertilizers and pesticides per safety standards, operating and repairing irrigation systems, scouting turf health, and supervising seasonal and full-time staff to ensure high standards and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of golf course maintenance experience required.
• Turfgrass Management degree or certificate preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Must obtain a Maryland Pesticide Applicator License within 90 days of hire.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality course presentation.
• Experience with Toro or similar irrigation systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily course setup, mowing operations, and quality control to ensure tournament-level playing conditions.
• Apply and track fertilizers and pesticides, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Operate, maintain, and repair irrigation systems, including hand-watering and moisture monitoring.
• Scout for turf disease, insects, and other agronomic issues; recommend corrective measures.
• Supervise and train seasonal and full-time staff, promoting efficiency, safety, and attention to detail.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Irrigation systems

Pesticide licensing

Team supervision

Education

Turfgrass Management degree or certificate

Equivalent experience

Job description

River Downs Golf Club in Maryland seeks an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support daily course setup, mowing operations, and quality control to maintain tournament-level conditions for our members and events.

The role includes applying fertilizers and pesticides per safety standards, operating and repairing irrigation systems, scouting turf health, and supervising seasonal and full-time staff to ensure high standards and efficiency.