Assistant Superintendent

Glenwild Golf Club & Spa; Park City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Healthcare HSA, Life, AD&D and STD

401(k) with 4% employer match

PTO 20 days + 7 holidays

GCSAA and professional dues paid

Education and conference opportunities

Relocation assistance

Complimentary daily meals and golf in夏

Job summary

Glenwild Golf Club & Spa in Park City, Utah, is seeking a full-time, year-round Assistant Superintendent to work closely with the Superintendent and Director of Agronomy on course maintenance and a forthcoming renovation.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, staff training, turf health, irrigation, IPM, and involvement in budgeting and project oversight, with competitive compensation and benefits in a mountain-climate setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years golf course/turf management experience including pesticide application and irrigation maintenance and repairs.
• Utah pesticide license (or ability to obtain within 150 days).
• Valid driver's license.
• Degree or certificate in agronomy, turf, or related field preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train staff (8–10 year-round, 35–40 seasonal).
• Manage turf health, irrigation, and IPM programs.
• Lead chemical/fertilizer applications, irrigation repairs and mowing.
• Support budgeting, planning, and oversight of renovation projects.
• Maintain high standards of course conditioning and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or certificate in agronomy, turf, or related field

Job description

Glenwild Golf Club & Spa, a Top 200 Tom Fazio‑designed course in Park City, is seeking a full‑time, year‑round Assistant Superintendent. This is a hands‑on leadership role that works closely with the Superintendent and Director of Agronomy to manage and improve the golf course, including an upcoming golf course renovation.

About Glenwild

Set in a private 950‑acre sanctuary, Glenwild features a 7,564‑yard, par‑71 championship course recognized among the finest mountain courses in the U.S. Our membership is active and supportive, continually investing in facilities, technology, and people. Past and upcoming projects include:

• New golf practice facility (completed 2023)
• 3,000 sq. ft. shop expansion (2025)
• New deep well (2025)
• Full course renovation (2026‑27) with new irrigation system, greens, bunkers, tees, and cart paths
• Annual Capital projects and equipment replacement program in place.

Role & Responsibilities

The Assistant Superintendent plays a key role in daily operations and long‑term planning. Responsibilities include:

• Required experience in supervising and training staff (8‑10 year‑round, 35‑40 seasonal)
• Managing turf health, irrigation, and IPM programs
• Leads with hands‑on approach in teaching and training of activities including chemical/fertilizer applications, irrigation repairs and adjustments and mowing, course setup, hand‑watering
• Supporting budgeting, planning, oversight of staff and renovation projects
• Maintaining high standards of course conditioning and presentation

What We're Looking For

A motivated, detail‑oriented hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast paced team environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and takes pride in course conditioning. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships with staff, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to Glenwild's culture of excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years golf course/turf management experience including pesticide application and irrigation maintenance and repairs
• Degree or certificate in agronomy, turf, or related field preferred
• Utah pesticide license (or ability to obtain within 150 days)
• Valid driver's license
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Excellent Compensation & Benefits Package

• Salary: $85,000‑$95,000 DOE + annual bonus
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Healthcare HSA, Life, AD&D and STD insurance, and additional voluntary life insurance.
• 20 days PTO (accrues bi‑weekly from day one), and 7 Holidays
• 401(k) Plan after 1 year of employment, with 4% employer match.
• Summer and Winter Uniform
• Annual GCSAA and Professional Association dues paid
• Education and National Conference Opportunities
• A mountain climate environment that is busy and fast paced during the season and with a winter schedule that allows you to enjoy the local mountains and your time off. Winter schedule (December‑February/mid March) is 4 days on and 3 days off schedule.
• Glenwild also provides complimentary daily meals and golf benefits in the summer.
• Potential relocation assistance

We believe in treating our employees with the same respect as our members and guests. In addition to our positive work culture, we offer competitive pay and a fast paced, fantastic culture.

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 per year