Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

King & Prince; Saint Simons Island (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The King and Prince Golf Club on St. Simons Island is seeking a Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to lead the Grounds Crew, assist with renovation and grow-in activities, and support opening preparations for our reimagined courses.

The role reports to the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent and requires strong leadership, agronomic knowledge, and a commitment to high standards of course presentation. This is a hands-on, team-focused position at a premier private club.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate or Bachelor's in turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or related field.
• Two years+ progressive golf course maintenance experience.
• Experience leading or supervising a maintenance crew.
• Knowledge of warm-season turfgrass management, irrigation, drainage, fertilizers, pest controls, and cultural practices.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license; pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily golf course maintenance activities and crew assignments.
• Provide hands-on leadership, training, and support to Grounds Crew.
• Assist with renovation, grow-in, and reopening of the golf course.
• Support agronomic programs for warm-season turf, irrigation, drainage, fertilization, and cultural practices.
• Monitor course conditions to maintain exceptional playing surfaces and presentation.
• Coordinate with Mechanic Crew and Golf Operations for efficient daily operations.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a maintenance leader when senior management is unavailable.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in turfgrass management

Job description

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Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Full Time St. Simons Island, GA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1087

The King and Prince Golf Club is seeking a motivated and collaborative Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our golf course maintenance team during an exciting period of transformation.

A full-scale renovation of the golf course began in March 2026 under the direction of Beau Welling Design. The course is scheduled to reopen in Fall 2026 as a private club. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the renovation and grow-in process while helping establish the agronomic standards, team culture, and course presentation that will define the club’s next chapter.

The Role

Reporting to the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, the Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent provides daily leadership to the Grounds Crew and works closely with the Superintendent, Mechanic Crew, and Golf Operations team.

The successful candidate will help oversee the care and presentation of the golf course, practice facilities, and surrounding grounds. This role also supports agronomic planning, staffing, renovation activities, grow-in, and reopening preparations. The Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent must be prepared to assume responsibility for maintenance operations in the Superintendent’s absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Help coordinate daily golf course maintenance activities and crew assignments


• Provide hands-on leadership, training, and support to Grounds Crew employees


• Assist with the renovation, grow-in, and reopening of the golf course


• Support agronomic programs involving warm-season turf, irrigation, drainage, fertilization, plant protection, and cultural practices


• Monitor course conditions and help maintain exceptional playing surfaces and presentation standards


• Coordinate with the Mechanic Crew and Golf Operations team to support efficient daily operations


• Help promote a safe, respectful, accountable, and team-oriented work environment


• Assist with planning, scheduling, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance


• Serve as a maintenance leader when senior management is unavailable

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or a related field


• At least two years of progressive golf course maintenance experience


• Previous experience leading or supervising a maintenance crew


• Working knowledge of warm-season turfgrass management, irrigation systems, drainage, fertilizers, plant-protection products, and cultural practices


• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills


• Valid driver’s license


• Commercial pesticide applicator license or the ability to obtain one


• Experience with golf course construction, renovation, grow-in, private-club operations, coastal environments, or course reopening is preferred.

Join Our Team

This is an exceptional opportunity for an emerging turf professional to help shape the future of The King and Prince Golf Club. We are looking for someone who leads by example, takes pride in excellent course conditions, and values teamwork, professionalism, and warm hospitality.