Assistant Golf Course Superintendent: Playability & Conservation

White Oak Conservation; Yulee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

White Oak Conservation seeks an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to lead day-to-day agronomic operations, ensuring premier playability and environmental stewardship. This role supports the Golf Course Superintendent and acts as second-in-command, prioritizing conservation and sustainable land management.

You will oversee turf care, landscaping, and native habitats, delivering world‑class conditions with minimal environmental impact while maintaining safety and team accountability.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Turfgrass Management or related field preferred.
• Turfgrass Management Certificate and golf course experience required.
• Minimum of 8 years in golf course management.
• BMP certification in progress or obtained.
• GCSAA Membership required.
• Florida Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• FTGA and FGCSA Membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff, set schedules, train and mentor crew.
• Coach and evaluate performance.
• Plan turf maintenance: mowing, irrigation, fertilization, aeration, topdressing.
• Monitor turf health, soil moisture, climate for playability and resource use.
• Lead IPM and disease management following BMPs.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems.
• Develop water conservation strategies.
• Ensure safety and high appearance standards.
• Maintain native habitats and sustainable landscapes.
• Participate in renovations and long-term turf plans.
• Assist in planning events and tournaments.
• Present when necessary.
• Manage watershed with Best Management Practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Conservation

Irrigation systems

Equipment calibration

Education

Bachelor or Associate in Turfgrass Management

Turfgrass Management Certificate

GCSAA Membership

Florida Pesticide Applicator License

FTGA/FGCSA Membership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Task Tracker

TrakStar

Job description

White Oak Conservation seeks an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to lead day-to-day agronomic operations, ensuring premier playability and environmental stewardship. This role supports the Golf Course Superintendent and acts as second-in-command, prioritizing conservation and sustainable land management.

You will oversee turf care, landscaping, and native habitats, delivering world‑class conditions with minimal environmental impact while maintaining safety and team accountability.