Assistant Superintendent Troon Golf

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Golf Club at Lansdowne, a private 45-hole Troon Golf property in Loudoun County, VA, is seeking an Assistant Superintendent. You will gain diverse experience across three courses while working closely with the Director of Agronomy and fellow superintendents to maintain championship-level conditioning.

The role emphasizes leadership, moisture management, cultural practices, and pesticide/fertilizer applications, with opportunities to contribute to capital improvements and professional

Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred.
• Experience leading turf maintenance teams preferred.
• Willingness to work across three courses.

Responsibilities

• Daily course maintenance & playability enhancements.
• Team leadership — training, developing, and managing staff.
• Moisture management & turf health strategies.
• Cultural practices and pesticide/fertilizer applications.
• Project management — contributing to future capital improvements.

Skills

Great communicator

Leadership

Detail oriented

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Assistant Superintendent
Troon Golf
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Details

Location:Leesburg, Virginia

Type:Full Time

Categories

2nd Assistant Superintendent
Assistant in Training
Assistant superintendent

Salary Details

Tournament Support & Career Growth PGA TOUR Tournament Support – Gain hands-on experience by assisting PGA TOUR agronomy teams at professional events, learning from industry leaders. High-Level Tournament Play – The club hosts USGA qualifiers, club championships, and elite member events, requiring championship-caliber course conditions. Networking & Exposure – Work alongside turf professionals from top clubs, expanding your industry connections. Commitment to Sustainability – We implement water conservation, native area restoration, and pollinator habitat programs to enhance environmental stewardship. Professional Development Opportunities Pesticide License Acquisition – We provide support and resources to help you obtain your state pesticide applicator license. GCSAA Certifications – Encouragement and assistance in working toward GCSAA certifications, and hold elected positions. Educational Conferences & Seminars – Opportunities to attend national and regional turfgrass conferences, field days, and continuing education events. Cross-Training & Leadership Development – Hands-on learning across multiple courses, ensuring well-rounded leadership and agronomic skills.

Preferred Education

Associates Degree

Additional Information

Employer will assist with relocation costs.

Elevate Your Career at a Premier 45-Hole Private Club

Are you a motivated turfgrass professional looking for an opportunity togrow your career at a high-end private golf club? TheGolf Club at Lansdowneis seeking anAssistant Superintendentwho is passionate aboutchampionship-level course conditioning, team leadership, and professional development.

Why Lansdowne?

Located in scenicLoudoun County, VA, our45-hole private clubis attached to aluxury 4-star resortand continues to grow with over700+ members. Our courses include:

Robert Trent Jones II Course (1989)– Aclassic parkland-style coursewithBent/Poa sand-based greens, Meyer Zoysia fairways, and Penncross tees, featuringelevated greens, strategic bunkering, and stunning views of the Potomac River.
Greg Norman Championship Course (2004)– Amodern links-style designwithA1-A4 Bentgrass sand-based greens, Penn Trio fairways and tees, dramatic elevation changes, deep-faced bunkers, and risk-reward shotmaking.
Sharkbite (9-hole course)– Afamily-friendly yet challenging layoutdesigned tosharpen short-game skills and introduce new players to the game.

Agronomic Complexity & Challenges

Varied Turfgrass Management– Working with multiple turf varieties (Bentgrass, Poa, Zoysia, and Bermuda) across different microclimates and soil conditions.
Mid-Atlantic Transition Zone– Managing cool-season turf in one of the mostchallenging agronomic regions in the U.S.
Irrigation & Drainage Management– Operating two advanced irrigation systems (Toro Lynx & Rain Bird Nimbus II) across485 acres, along withsubsurface drainage and moisture management strategies.
Pest & Disease Management– Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach to combatDollar Spot, Summer Patch, and Bentgrass Decline.

State-of-the-A… Facilities

New lease equipment packages every two years.
Flowtronex MCI Pump Stationfor advanced irrigation efficiency.
Cart path repair projectsto enhance playability and aesthetics.
Laser grading of teesfor superior consistency and performance.
SOX pond erosion control projectsto protect and restore critical areas.
Fleet of modern equipment– IncludingGPS-guided sprayers and advanced moisture meters.
On-Site Agronomy Facilities– Large maintenance building witha dedicated chemical storage/mixing area, equipment repair shop, and staff training room.
Use of Technology– Precision turf management throughGPS mapping, drone imagery, and moisture sensors.

Work-Life Balance

We value our team’s dedication and provide astructured schedulethat allows forprofessional growth while maintaining a balanced lifestyle:

Rotating weekend scheduleto ensure time for personal and professional development.
Time off for industry events and educational opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

We want someone who is:
A great communicator– able to lead and motivate a team.
Career-driven– looking to grow into a Superintendent role.
Eager to learn– open to new agronomic practices and innovations.
Detail-oriented– committed to high standards of course conditioning.
Highly motivated– proactive and able to take initiative.

Capital Improvement Projects – Resume-Building Opportunities

Lansdowne is investing in significantcapital improvements, providing anunmatched experience in major golf course renovations:

Forebay Reconstruction (Winter 2025)
SOX Erosion Repair (Winter 2025)
Continuation of Master Drainage Plan (Winter 2025)
Bunker Alterations for RTJ II Course (Winter 2025)
RTJ Irrigation System Replacement (August 2026)
SGA Renovation (Summer 2026)

Join Our Team!

If you’re ready to take the next step in yourgolf course maintenance careerand want to be part of adynamic team at a prestigious club, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

As anAssistant Superintendent, you won’t be limited to just one course—you’ll gaindiverse experienceacross all three courses while working closely with theDirector of Agronomy and Superintendents. Your responsibilities will include:

Daily course maintenance & playabilityenhancements.
Team leadership– training, developing, and managing staff.
Moisture management& turf health strategies.
Cultural practicesand pesticide/fertilizer applications.
Project management– contributing tofuture capital improvements.

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About Troon Golf

The Golf Club at Lansdowne is a private 45-hole facility attached to a 4-star resort. The club has roughly 600 plus members and is constantly growing every month. The courses consist of a 1989 RTJ II design course, a 2004 Greg Norman championship design course, and a spin-off of the Norman design nine-hole course called Sharkbite. The property covers around 485 acres and runs alongside the Potomac River in scenic upper Loudoun County.

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