Assistant Course Superintendent

Cherokee Nation Businesses • Tahlequah, OK

3h

About The Position

The Assistant Course Superintendent directs and manages programs for the entire grounds of the golf course. The role provides general management direction to department employees and oversees course and property maintenance, daily work planning, personnel and equipment logistics, turf and plant care, and golf course construction or renovation projects. The position also supports employee coaching, conduct and performance management, and general golf course equipment maintenance.

Work involves frequent exposure to extreme cold, extreme heat, moisture, smoke, and toxic or caustic chemicals. It also requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and balancing, including lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug testing requirements.

Requirements

• Five years of golf maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of agronomy and turf grass management.
• Knowledge of general golf maintenance equipment preventative repair measures.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent decision-making skills.
• Excellent multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to maintain working relationships with management and co-workers.
• Ability to maintain a professional status with guests and vendors.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or vocational certification in a related field.
• Two years of leadership experience.
• State Pesticide Applicators License or Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide general management direction to all department employees.
• Oversee maintenance of the perimeter of club property and the golf course.
• Oversee planning and logistics for personnel and equipment to ensure daily maintenance tasks are accomplished.
• Maintain records of fertilizer and pesticide applications, weather data, maintenance procedures, and inventory.
• Supervise and assist with planting and cultural practices involved in growing turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants.
• Assist with management of golf course construction and renovation projects.
• Manage, oversee, and maintain standards for personnel appearance and conduct.
• Coach and counsel employees as needed.
• Perform general golf course equipment maintenance as needed.
• Supervise the department and provide input into hiring, termination, and performance decisions.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan, including a $0 deductible plan option.
• Fully vested employer match of 6% in a 401(k) plan.
• Incentives based on company performance.
• Employee referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Nationwide employee discount program.
• Employee emergency fund.
• Access to free health clinics at select locations.
• 24/7 telemedicine access.
• Maternity, paternal, and adoption leave.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed