Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Island Country Club

Genesis Distribution; Marco Island (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

GCSAA membership

Job summary

Island Country Club on Marco Island, Florida, seeks an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support daily operations and long-term projects under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent. The role focuses on maintaining high golf conditions and collaborating across departments.

Ideal candidates hold a turf management degree and 1–3 years of experience, with a Florida pesticide license and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 2-year or 4-year degree in turf management.
• 1-3 years of experience in an assistant or managerial role.
• Florida pesticides license required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Team player with a proactive, positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing daily operations with the Superintendent.
• Evaluate current agronomic programs and plan long-term projects.
• Perform disease and insect scouting and routine maintenance tasks.
• Manage crew scheduling and interdepartmental collaboration, including irrigation scheduling.

Education

Turf management degree

1-3 years turf experience

Tools

Florida pesticides license

Driver’s license

Job description

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Island Country Club

Island Country Club, established in 1966, is a prestigious private country club on Marco Island, Florida, featuring a newly renovated golf course designed by architect Kipp Schulties. The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent will work closely with the Superintendent, Michael Slack, to oversee daily operations, plan long-term projects, and ensure the club’s commitment to golfing excellence. Responsibilities include disease and insect scouting, crew management, irrigation scheduling, and collaboration with other departments. The ideal candidate will hold a 2-year or 4-year degree in turf management, have 1-3 years of experience in a similar role, possess a valid driver’s license and Florida pesticides license, and demonstrate a passion for the industry. This individual must be a team player, proactive, and exhibit a positive attitude. Benefits include a competitive salary, health insurance, 401k plan, paid time off, life insurance, GCSAA membership, and more.

Responsibilities:

The Assistant will work with the Superintendent to plan and execute daily operations, evaluate current agronomic programs/procedures and strategize long-term projects. The daily role of the Assistant Superintendent includes: disease and insect scouting, participating in daily maintenance, crew management, irrigation scheduling and interdepartmental collaboration.

• 2-year or 4-year degree in turf management or related field
• 1-3 years of experience in an assistant or managerial role
• Valid driver’s license and Florida pesticides license
• Passion for the industry and career, proactive, team player, positive attitude

About Island Country Club

Island Country Club is located on the beautiful barrier island of Marco Island, Florida, and is dedicated to providing exceptional playing conditions for our 400 golfing members. Our Golf Course Maintenance Department plays a key role in maintaining the club’s high standards, ensuring the course remains in pristine condition year-round, supported by a robust annual budget. Joining our team means becoming part of a group of 21 skilled professionals who take pride in preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the course while ensuring optimal playability for our members and guests. The department handles all aspects of course care, including mowing, irrigation, bunker maintenance, topdressing, and more, utilizing the latest turf management technology and best practices. We value teamwork, continuous learning, and a passion for agronomy. Island Country Club fosters an environment that encourages both professional growth and personal development. Whether you’re just starting your career in turf management or are an experienced professional, Island Country Club offers a supportive and rewarding environment to help you succeed.