Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Overbrook Golf Club

Genesis Distribution; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing option

401(k) match

Performance bonus

Golf privileges

Meals provided

Job summary

Overbrook Golf Club, a private club in Bryn Mawr, PA, seeks an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to assume real responsibility, grow as a turf professional, and prepare for the next step in their career.

Assistants lead staff, influence agronomic decisions, and are involved in projects from planning through completion. The club emphasizes collaboration, learning by doing, and work-life balance, with a four-day weekend every three weeks during golf season.

Qualifications

• Experience in irrigation, chemical and fertilizer applications, course setup, and staff leadership.
• Valid PA pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management or Agronomy preferred; recent graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage golf course maintenance staff and participate in agronomic decisions.
• Participate in projects from planning through implementation, including renovations.
• Attend Green Committee meetings and engage with members during events.
• Coordinate budgeting, capital planning, and communications with members.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Curiosity

Desire to grow

Staff leadership

Education

Turfgrass Management degree

Agronomy certificate

Job description

Salary Details:Housing option available in a Club-owned home adjacent to the property, shared with other Club managers, Medical, dental, and vision insurance — Club pays 80% of the employee premium and 40% of dependent premiums, Annual HRA contribution to help offset healthcare costs, 401(k) match up to 4% after one year of employment, Annual performance bonus at the Club’s discretion, Christmas bonus, Four-day weekend every three weeks during the golf season, with additional scheduled days off, Meals provided, $50/month cell phone allowance, Attendance at the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show, GCSAA and local association dues, Continuing education and professional development, Golf privileges and opportunities to participate in select Club events, Uniforms/apparel

Preferred Education:BA/BS/Undergraduate

Type:

Full Time

Level:

Experienced

Categories:

Assistant Superintendent

Overbrook Golf Club is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent who wants to take on real responsibility, continue to develop as a turf professional, and prepare for the next step in their career.

At Overbrook, our Assistants have a voice in the operation, lead and manage staff, participate in agronomic decisions, and are involved in projects from planning through completion. As Assistants grow in their role, so does their responsibility and understanding of the broader role of a Golf Course Superintendent.

The culture of our management team is extremely important to us. We are a close-knit, collaborative group that genuinely enjoys working together, shares ideas, and takes pride in what we accomplish as a team. We also believe in learning by doing. Assistants are encouraged to make decisions, try new ideas, ask questions, and occasionally make mistakes. We would rather give someone the opportunity to take ownership and learn from the result than simply follow directions.

We don’t believe building a successful career in golf course management should require sacrificing your quality of life.Our Assistants receive a four-day weekend every three weeks during the golf season, with additional scheduled time off between those extended weekends. We work hard and maintain high expectations, but also believe time away from the golf course is important to building a sustainable career.

In addition to normal daily tasks, successful Assistants also have opportunities to sit in on Green Committee meetings and participate in select member events, receptions, and the Annual Governance Meeting, providing valuable experience with budgeting, capital planning, member communication, club governance, and relationship-building.

Together, these opportunities help prepare Assistants for the next step in their careers. Former Assistants have become Golf Course Superintendents, taken on larger roles at other clubs, and built successful careers in other areas of the golf industry.

This is an exciting time to join Overbrook. The Club recently completed a golf course renovation and maintains an active relationship with golf course architect Andrew Green. We will install a new pump station in 2027, are planning a complete irrigation system replacement in the coming years, and continue to work with Andrew on improvements to the golf course. Assistants will have the opportunity to be directly involved in these projects from planning through implementation.

Technology is an important part of our operation, from automation and GPS-guided equipment to advanced data collection and water management. We are constantly looking for better ways to operate, and Assistants are encouraged to bring new ideas to the table and help us find the next way to improve.

Ultimately, we want our Assistants to leave Overbrook ready for whatever comes next. When that opportunity comes, we don’t want it to be the first time they’ve been asked to think like a Golf Course Superintendent.

Experience Requirements

Previous golf course maintenance experience is preferred but not required. We are looking for candidates with a strong work ethic, curiosity, and a desire to grow within the profession. Experience with irrigation, chemical and fertilizer applications, course setup, and staff leadership is beneficial, but we are willing to teach the right candidate.

Educational Requirements

Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or a related field preferred. Equivalent industry experience will also be considered. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Special Requirements

Valid driver’s license required. Candidates must possess a Pennsylvania pesticide applicator’s license or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

About Overbrook Golf Club

Overbrook Golf Club is private, family country club dedicated to the social well-being of its members. Founded in 1900, Overbrook maintains a strong golf history and is located on 128 rolling acres in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Originally designed by J.B. McGovern, the golf course was recently updated by architect Andrew Green.