Golf Course Assistant Superintendent

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Lucas (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Health, Dental and Vision

Wellness Incentives Program

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation, holiday, and sick leave

Employee discounts

Training and career development

Optional Deferred Compensation 401K/IF

Complimentary state park visits for me

Job summary

Barren River Lake State Resort Park is seeking a Golf Course Assistant Superintendent to manage agronomic operations and staff across the 18-hole course, with emphasis on budgeting, chemical programs, and equipment maintenance. The role requires practical knowledge of turfgrass management and pesticide applications.

Knowledge of irrigation systems, budgeting, and staff recruitment is essential. This is a full-time executive branch position at Kentucky's state parks, offering benefits and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Two years experience on a golf maintenance staff for a regulation golf course.
• Associate's degree in plant sciences or Turfgrass Management certificate can substitute for ONE of the two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Golf Course Superintendent in all phases and agronomic operations on the golf course.
• Assist in developing long term plans, budgeting plans, and chemical programs.
• Lead staff in projects and routine maintenance activities.
• Irrigation repair, installation, and application to turf.
• Calibrate and operate equipment to apply chemicals and fertilizers.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Staff management

Irrigation systems

Budgeting

Pesticide knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree in plant sciences or Turfgrass Management certificate

Job description

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10/23/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2605390

Golf Course Assistant Superintendent

Pay Grade 13

Salary

$20.54 - $30.82 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location

1149 State Park Road

Lucas, KY 42156 USA

Description

Barren River Lake State Resort Park is a water-lovers paradise surrounded by forested, rolling hills. The resort is located near Kentucky’s famous cave area, which includes Mammoth Cave National Park, the longest cave system in the world! The golf course at Barren River Lake State Resort Park offers a beautiful but challenging 18‑holes of golf that is sure to offer an exciting round to beginners and experts alike. The golf course is surrounded by beautiful views of Barren River Lake State Resort Park and breathtaking overlooks of Barren River Lake.

We are looking for a Golf Course Assistant Superintendent that enjoys the outdoors and has knowledge and experience of the following: golf course maintenance and agronomic operations, budgeting and pesticide application programs, landscape maintenance and design, maintenance of golf equipment fleet including small engine repair, hydraulics, and mower reel adjustment, irrigation repair and operation, recruiting and hiring of golf course maintenance staff. This position works with the Park’s Golf Maintenance Department.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Assist Golf Course Superintendent in all phases and agronomic operations on the golf course.
• Assist in developing long term plans, budgeting plans, and chemical programs.
• Lead staff in projects and routine maintenance activities.
• Irrigation repair, instillation, and application to turf.
• Calibrate and operate the equipment necessary to apply chemicals and fertilizers.

Benefits

• Affordable Health, Dental and Vision Insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Incentives Program
• Life Insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• Employee discounts
• Training and career development opportunities
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K/457K)
• Complimentary state park visits for you and your family!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

• High School Graduate

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

• Two years experience working on a golf maintenance staff for a regulation golf course.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

• An Associate's degree in plant sciences or a Certificate of Turfgrass Management from an accredited university can substitute for ONE of the required two years of working experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

• NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification.
• Must obtain Kentucky Pesticide Applicator License within six months of employment. The N-18 Pesticide Applicators License required by this position can be obtained by passing the test administered by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.
• Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.
• Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed outdoors.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 9 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Brad Simmons at [e-mail] or [phone].

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D