Assistant Superintendent

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

HSA, Life, AD&D, STD

401(k) with employer match

20 days PTO + 7 holidays

Relocation assistance

Education opportunities

Meals and golf benefits

Job summary

Glenwild Golf Club & Spa in Park City, Utah, seeks a full‑time Assistant Superintendent to lead daily course operations and support a major renovation project. You will work closely with the Superintendent and Agronomy Director, supervising staff and improving turf health, irrigation, and IPM programs.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in turf management, a related degree, and a Utah pesticide license (or ability to obtain).

Qualifications

• 3+ years golf course/turf management experience including pesticide application and irrigation maintenance
• 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

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train staff year‑round and seasonal teams
• Manage turf health, irrigation, and IPM programs
• Lead hands‑on activities: chemical/fertilizer applications, irrigation repairs, mowing, course setup
• Assist budgeting, planning, and renovation project oversight
• Maintain high standards of course conditioning and presentation

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Pesticide application

Irrigation maintenance

Education

Degree or certificate in agronomy/turf

Tools

Utah pesticide license

Job description

Assistant Superintendent

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.