Description

Overview

Marin Country Club in Novato, CA is seeking a full-time Assistant Superintendent to support the golf course maintenance operation. The role contributes to a positive experience for members and guests while continuing to grow knowledge of golf club operations. The position works closely with the Director of Agronomy and Superintendent in golf course planning, team scheduling, property maintenance, irrigation, water management, safety practices, and chemical and fertilizer application oversight.

Experience Required

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage and supervise a team.
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain accurate records.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Knowledge and experience in spraying and fertilizing equipment operation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with material safety data sheets (MSDS) and product labels.
• Understanding of governmental regulations for chemical storage and mixing.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office and irrigation programming.
• Certificate, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in horticulture or turf management preferred.
• Two to three years of golf course maintenance experience required.
• Prior managerial experience preferred.
• Must possess or obtain within 90 days a California Qualified Applicator's License or Qualified Applicator's Certificate.

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with the Director of Agronomy and Superintendent to create yearly budgets, agronomic calendars, and project schedules.
• Work with the Superintendent to create daily and weekly schedules for the maintenance team.
• Oversee daily maintenance of the property and ensure tasks are completed safely and to club standards.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, and training new team members.
• Oversee orientation and training of new team members.
• Develop and maintain training programs for each task on the golf course.
• Evaluate team members' individual performance for annual performance reviews and daily feedback.
• Address complaints and problems among team members in a professional manner that promotes honesty and teamwork.
• Work with other managers and irrigation technicians to maintain the property's irrigation system.
• Manage water throughout the property using a deep and infrequent practice to simultaneously promote playability and turf health.
• Perform routine safety training with the team and conduct safety inspections of equipment and work areas.
• Read, understand, and maintain current material safety data sheets (MSDS) and product labels.
• Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with governmental regulations.
• Maintain a log of applications and file related reports.
• Oversee and facilitate chemical and fertilizer applications.
• Ensure proper calibration of all spraying and fertilizing equipment.
• Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence