Superintendent Assistant

Established in 2000 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, Bobby Jones Links is a club management and development company serving private, resort, daily fee, and public courses. At the heart of our work is a commitment to serving people and creating exceptional experiences for members, guests, and employees. We live by our core values: Make People Happy, Do What You Say, Strive for Excellence, Be Driven, and Grow Every Day. These principles shape our culture and drive our success. As Bobby Jones said, “The secret of golf is to turn three shots into two.” That same pursuit of excellence defines everything we do.

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent assists in managing all aspects of the club’s agronomy operations. This role encompasses managing agronomic planning, turf maintenance, irrigation systems, pest control, chemical & fertilizer applications, as well as supervising and coaching the maintenance staff.

REPORTS TO: Golf Course Superintendent

SUPERVISES: Golf Course Maintenance Team

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

REQUIREMENTS

• Golf Course Superintendent Association of America (GCSAA) membership preferred. Candidates pursuing membership will be considered.
• Pesticide applicator’s certificate.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to train and coach staff around a team mentality.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in turfgrass management, agronomy, or horticulture preferred.
• At least four years of experience at a golf course in a leadership role within a maintenance team.
• Knowledge and experience working with bentgrass surfaces.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Learn and work following Bobby Jones Links’ Core Purpose, Core Values, and 17 Service Standards. These are the rules by which we serve.
• Abide by the employment rules in the Bobby Jones Links Team Member Handbook.
• Follow the guidelines outlined in Carpe Diem, our master handbook for company operations.
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass species, soil management, and irrigation systems.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining golf course maintenance equipment.
• Ability to analyze course conditions and implement effective agronomic solutions.
• Safety-oriented for every team member around all pieces of equipment.
• Proficient budgeting and financial abilities, including using spreadsheets and writing articulately.
• Leadership, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with preparing the club’s annual agronomy budget and financial objectives.
• Holds all team members in the agronomy department accountable for maintaining top-quality playing conditions on the golf course.
• Operates the agronomy department within the budgeted payroll.
• Attends and frequently leads the agronomy staff meeting with golf course personnel, which discusses training, customer service, and progress from the previous month.
• Directs and delegates tasks to the grounds staff, Irrigation Technician, Mechanic, and any other supervisory personnel on the course.
• Maintains daily communication with the Golf Course Superintendent and Head Golf Professional regarding conditions and playability of the golf course.
• Keeps all permits and licenses related to the agronomy department current. Handles all chemicals and hazardous substances safely and follows applicable laws.
• Assists with the implementation of all fertilizer and pesticide programs.
• Responsible for the operation of all maintenance equipment, along with calibration and operation of each.
• Maintains a safe work environment for all agronomy team members by providing regular safety training. Training in this area.
• Aids in supervising all capital improvements to the golf course. Hires and trains all maintenance personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and humid conditions, high and precarious places, extreme cold, extreme heat, the risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level typically ranges from moderate to loud.
• Capable of meeting and fulfilling the physical requirements while effectively working in an environment typical of this position.
• Frequent lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending, climbing, stooping, and pulling.

OUR CORE PURPOSE

Our core purpose is to make a difference.

Our core values are Bobby Jones Links’ essential and enduring tenets. They are the glue that holds us together and will stand the test of time, permeating everything we do in our pursuit of making a difference.

Whether it’s improving your club’s profitability, providing exceptional customer service, enhancing course conditions, or brightening a customer or fellow team member's day through small acts of kindness, we empower you to make a difference.

OUR FIVE CORE VALUES

What follows are the characteristics - the core values - of the people who make a difference at Bobby Jones Links.

• Make People Happy
• Service First
• Solve Customer Problems
• Have Fun
• Do What You Say
• Be Loyal
• Be Dedicated
• Be Dependable
• Do the Right Thing
• Strive For Excellence
• Be Humble
• Be Confident
• Be Driven
• Be Proactive
• Be Innovative
• Go the Extra Mile
• Grow Every Day
• Willingness to Learn
• Be Adaptive
• Stay Curious

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Eagerness to learn.
• Ability to operate machinery.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Understanding of Club financials.
• A thorough working knowledge of the club’s agronomy operation.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.