Assistant Golf Superintendent: Lead Turf, Budget & Team

KemperSports, Inc.; Sewanee (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

KemperSports Management is seeking a dedicated Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor for The Course at Sewanee in Sewanee, TN. You will oversee grounds care, budgeting, staff hiring, training and supervision to ensure high-quality playing conditions.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, drainage and irrigation systems oversight, turf and plant care, and coordinating course construction projects. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential for success in this full-time, on-site

Qualifications

• College Degree Required.
• 3 years of golf course maintenance, supervisory and/or management experience.
• Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of budget development, fiscal management, strategic planning, staff management.
• Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.
• Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the annual maintenance budget and operating plan; implement per company policies to ensure cost containment.
• Plan staffing schedules to ensure quality standards at minimum labor costs.
• Supervise maintenance to keep the course in proper playing condition per company standards.
• Supervise drainage, irrigation, pumping and water reservoir systems maintenance.
• Oversee planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, and trees; implement IPM programs.
• Supervise course construction projects and equipment maintenance; ensure cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain compliance with safety, hygiene, and storage standards; monitor inventories and purchasing.
• Ensure accurate records and reporting for department activities; stay updated on industry developments.

Skills

Budget management

Staff management

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

College degree

Job description

KemperSports Management is seeking a dedicated Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor for The Course at Sewanee in Sewanee, TN. You will oversee grounds care, budgeting, staff hiring, training and supervision to ensure high-quality playing conditions.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, drainage and irrigation systems oversight, turf and plant care, and coordinating course construction projects. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential for success in this full-time, on-site