Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Naples, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Golf Course Assistant Superintendent supports the Superintendent in the daily maintenance, operation, and management of the golf course at the Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort. This role helps ensure exceptional playing conditions that align with a premium guest experience by assisting with agronomic practices, staff supervision, and maintenance planning. The Assistant Superintendent actively participates in course upkeep while leading teams, promoting safety, and ensuring compliance with environmental and regulatory standards. In the Superintendent’s absence, this role helps oversee operations, maintain effective communication across departments, and ensure the course remains in outstanding condition while supporting the long-term health and sustainability of the property.

Requirements

Ability to understand and follow instructions and policies.
Ability to train, motivate, and effectively direct the work of employees in a safe, efficient manner.
Ability to perform all golf course related jobs to fill in on an emergency basis.
Knowledge of the game of golf.
Experience in all phases of golf course management and turf culture, including construction, establishment, and maintenance practices for greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
Experience in planting, cultivation, and pruning of ornamental plants, shrubs, and trees.
Experience with the proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners.
Experience with pest control methods and materials.
Experience with drainage methods.
Experience with watering practices and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps, and automatic controls.
Experience with construction and maintenance of maintenance facilities, shelters, fences, bridges, golf cart paths, service roads, and lakes.
Experience in scheduling and supervising work to achieve maximum utilization of employees and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Preferred degree in agronomy/horticulture/plant/soil sciences, or equivalent tenured knowledge.
Continuing education is necessary to stay current with technology, including attending local CEU meetings, various seminars, and educational sessions.
Membership and participation in the local & national Golf Course Superintendent's chapter.

Responsibilities

Directs and participates in the daily maintenance of the golf course under the supervision of the Superintendent.
Supervises and works with employees, using effective communication and acting as a positive role model.
Ensures golf course operations adhere to local, state, and federal laws.
Prioritizes employee safety and morale.
Performs duties of a Greensman I.
Communicates with the Superintendent, Range House, and Director of Golf Course Maintenance regarding course conditions, rain delays, and closings.
Assists in planning, scheduling, and supervising the maintenance of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and the driving range.
Instructs equipment operators on the safe and efficient operation and care of mowing and other equipment.
Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of irrigation and IPM (Integrated Pest Management).
Ensures all chemicals are stored, applied, and disposed of legally and precisely according to label instructions.
Uses IPM in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
Performs related tasks as required.