The Assistant Superintendent will report directly to the Golf Course Superintendent and Lead Assistant Superintendent.  Qualified candidates should be self-motivated, have a positive attitude, and are proactive in their communication regarding Golf Course maintenance and monitoring.  The selected candidate will be directly involved in daily setup operations, irrigation system operation and hand watering, pesticide and fertilizer applications, training of staff, and record keeping.  

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Wakonda Club Assistant Superintendent Posting.pdf

Full-Time

The Des Moines Golf & Country Club is a prominent golf and country club located in West Des Moines, Iowa. It is known for its high-quality golf courses, elegant amenities, and rich history in the local community. The Des Moines Golf & Country Club was founded in 1897 and has since grown into one of the premier golf and social clubs in the region. The Club was established to provide a private, upscale environment for golf enthusiasts and their families. The Club is renowned for its two-championship golf courses, the South Course and North Course, each with its own unique and demanding layouts.

The Assistant Superintendent aids the Golf Course Superintendent and the Director of Grounds in the leadership and execution of work schedules, maintenance programs and construction details. This person also helps direct the crew on the 18 holes that they are responsible for.

Daily Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in planning daily work schedules.
• Assists and manages the hiring and training of employees.
• Supervises employees on a daily basis.
• Assists in supervision of various construction projects.
• Applies fertilizers and pesticides as needed.
• Helps prepare the course setup for daily play.
• Assists in snow removal.
• Sets good examples for others to follow in job performance, work safety, equipment care, attendance and striving for efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant/Turf Science or related field of study preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• 1-2 years working on a golf course or similar field.
• Knowledge of golf maintenance practices.
• General knowledge of irrigation maintenance/repairs.
• Must demonstrate initiative and moral character.
• Strong work ethic and personal commitment to improving/maintaining course conditions.

Special Requirements:

Must have or be able to obtain a current Iowa Driver's License.
Must have or be able to obtain a Iowa Pesticide Applicator's Certificate.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes some overtime, weekends and some holidays.

Job Benefits

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance - approximately 85% paid by employer.
Life Insurance and Disability - 100 % paid by the employer.
Flex Spending account for medical and dependent care.
401K/Roth Retirement Plan - employer match.
Paid Holidays, Paid Time off, Floating Holiday paid if Holidays are worked.
Free meals each day, golfing privileges, and uniforms provided.
Employee Holiday Bonus.

Salary
$50,000-$60,000

Date Job is Available
Open

Job Application Instructions
Email resume and cover letter to jthauser@dmgcc.org

Related Titles: Assistant Greenskeeper; Greens Assistant Superintendent

Reports to:  Golf Course Superintendent / Director or Golf Course Maintenance

Supervises: Golf Course Maintenance Foreman; Equipment Operator; Equipment Mechanic, and all groundskeepers.

Date Available: January 1, 2025

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Echo Valley - Assistant Superintendent (1).pdf

Ames Golf & Country Club is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented, and self-starting Assistant Superintendent for our golf course maintenance team. The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent to ensure the course's grounds are maintained to the highest standard.

This position will be available January 1, 2025.  Must have an Iowa Pesticide License or obtain one within 60 days of employment.  Salary ranges between $45,000-$55,000 depending on experience, matching 401K, and potential bonus opportunities.  

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Ames Golf - Assistant Superintendent Job Posting.pdf

 Tournament Club of Iowa is currently accepting applications for a 1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent. Tournament Club of Iowa is the only Arnold Palmer Signature Course in the state of Iowa. The Arnold Palmer Design Company has award winning golf courses in over 37 states and 25 countries. In 2003, Arnold Palmer and his team created TCI’s beautiful course layout within 500 Acres that cuts through dramatic bluffs and running ravines between Big Creek Dam and Saylorville Lake. Tournament Club of Iowa ranks as one of the top public courses in the state. 

The 1st Assistant will aid the Golf Course Superintendent in maintaining the golf course in tournament-ready condition and at the highest standard of excellence for the enjoyment of our members and their guests. The 1st assistant reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. 

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