Description

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Metairie Country Club - Metairie, LA

Metairie Country Club is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent (AGCS) to help elevate the quality of its golf course, lead a diverse and hardworking team, and serve the membership with professionalism, dedication, and loyalty. The ideal candidate is self-driven, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking, with a strong passion for turfgrass management and team leadership.
Position Summary
The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Director of Agronomy and Golf Course Superintendent and plays a key role in the daily maintenance, long-term planning, and overall presentation of the golf course and its facilities.
Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, supervising, and executing all aspects of maintaining:
  
  • Playing surfaces
  • Natural areas
  • Course landscaping
    in alignment with the Director of Agronomy's agronomic vision.
• Lead, train, and develop a skilled and motivated golf course maintenance team with a focus on:
  
  • Equipment operation
  • Departmental policies
  • Safety standards
• Supervise and perform fertilizer and pesticide applications, including proper calibration of application equipment.
• Monitor, maintain, service, and schedule irrigation system operations in coordination with the Golf Course Superintendent.
• Maintain accurate records for:
  
  • Fertilizer and pesticide applications
  • Labor tracking and reporting
• Effectively communicate expectations, goals, and feedback to all golf maintenance staff.
• Monitor and manage greens moisture levels throughout the day.
• Encourage and accept feedback from staff to improve:
  
  • Efficiency
  • Equipment usage
  • Policies and procedures
• Provide operational input and recommendations to the Director of Agronomy.

Job Requirements
The candidate must be physically and mentally capable of performing all job duties, including but not limited to:

• Standing, walking, bending, lifting, and operating equipment for extended periods
• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Managing weekend crews on an every-other-weekend schedule
• Overseeing daily moisture management and overall course conditions
• Making sound, educated decisions independently
• Successfully passing a criminal background check

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a 2- or 4-year Turfgrass Management program from an accredited institution
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, a Louisiana Department of Agriculture Category 3 Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $65,000-$70,000 annually (DOE)
• Uniform allowance
• Paid national and regional association dues
• Expenses covered for meetings, seminars, and continuing education
• Golfing privileges

Benefits After Probationary Period

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) eligibility after 6 months of employment
• Paid holidays