Description

Why NEHGC

• Supportive membership willing to invest in infrastructure
• Superintendent committed to mentorship and work/life balance
• Located adjacent to Acadia National Park with exceptional outdoor recreation

Northeast Harbor Golf Club is seeking a motivated Senior A ssistant Golf Course Superintendent to serve as the second-in-command and future day-to-day operational lead at our historic coastal Maine golf course.

Founded in 1895 , NEHGC is an 18-hole facility featuring original designs by Arthur Lockwood (1916) and Herbert Strong (1925) . Though measuring just 5,602 yards , the course provides a strategic challenge with undulating fairways and small greens. Once a hidden gem, the club has seen increased play and continues to invest in long-term course improvements.
Position Summary
The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with the Superintendent and Head Golf Professional and will play a central role in daily maintenance operations, staff supervision, and agronomic programs.

In the 2027 season, the Assistant Superintendent is expected to fully manage day-to-day golf course operations while the Superintendent oversees a full irrigation system installation , offering a rare opportunity to lead during a major capital project with mentorship and support.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and supervision of daily maintenance operations
• Lead crews and manage operations in the Superintendent's absence
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides to greens and fairways
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot irrigation systems
• Monitor turf conditions and assist with agronomic decision-making
• Assist with renovation, construction, and capital improvement projects

Major Projects

• Recently completed pond enlargement (0.3 ac → 0.9 ac) to serve as irrigation water source
• Full irrigation system replacement in 2027 , including HDPE piping, two-wire control, and installation by National Golf Sprinkler
• Ongoing tee rebuilds, frost-heave repairs, and bunker relocations

• Degree in Turfgrass Management or related field preferred
• 2-4+ years of golf course maintenance experience
• Maine pesticide applicator license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong leadership skills and desire to grow professionally

Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions at all at szettle@nehgc.org, or call/text me at (608)558-1860.