Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax

Genesis Distribution; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax seeks an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our Centennial Year team. The role oversees greens, tees and fairways, supervises irrigation and equipment, and may serve in the superintendent's capacity during absences.

Candidates should have strong maintenance knowledge, pesticide application, scheduling, and personnel supervision, with a readiness to collaborate to uphold Five Star Service standards for Members and guests.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance of greens, tees and fairways.
• Knowledge of fertilizers, soil conditioners, and pest control.
• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work.
• Ability to supervise equipment operators and supervise irrigation systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and supervising maintenance of greens, tees and fairways.
• Instruct operators on mowing equipment; supervise pesticide applications and calibrate equipment; supervise irrigation and drainage systems.
• Align with superintendent to complete tasks to the highest standards.
• Assist in personnel management, safety and discipline.
• May adjust the daily work schedule based on needs.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Pesticide applications

Irrigation systems

Equipment operation & maintenance

Staff supervision

Spanish language

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax

Join our experienced and motivated staff as we enter the Club’s Centennial Year!

Recognized as a Platinum Club of America ®, Army Navy Country Club has an immediate opening for a highly energetic and enthusiastic individual who will reflect our “Five Star Service” commitment by providing a memorable golf experience to our Members and guests of the Club.

Overview

The assistant golf course superintendent reports directly to the golf course superintendent. Under the superintendent’s supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course areas, including but not limited to, tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent’s capacity during his/her absence.

Functions

• Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work; and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment.
• Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; and supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
• Strongly motivated to align and partner with superintendent to complete all tasks to the highest standards and achieve team goals.
• Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline.
• May modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.

Employment standards

• Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
• Proficiency in computer use, knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applications as specified by supervisor.
• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to obtain current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator.
• Ability to speak Spanish a plus.

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)

About Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax

Established in 1924, Army Navy Country Club is a private, member-owned country club. The Club’s award-winning facilities are designed to be as diverse as its Membership, ranging from Civilians to Active Duty and Retired Commissioned Officers.