Assistant Manager, Championship Agronomy

USGA • Bernards, NJ

7d • $60,000 - $75,000 • Remote

About The Position

About this role: The Assistant Manager, Championship Agronomy will support the Senior Director, Championship Agronomy and other consulting agronomists, providing championship agronomy services across venues in the United States and Mexico. Responsibilities include advance site visits, data collection and reporting, conduct of events and creating summary reports as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of relevant work experience, preferably as an Assistant Superintendent
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Polished and professional demeanor
• Ability to travel extensively

Responsibilities

• Support of the USGA Championship Agronomy program:
• Conduct pre-site visits for assigned host sites.
• Data collection for putting greens in support of on-site agronomists for USGA championships and other events.
• Produce agronomic reports, pre-tournament and post tournament reports for tournament officials in preferred formats.
• Data organization and analysis across USGA championships to maintain consistency for all championship reporting.
• Develop content and make presentations on agronomic and sustainability topics while advancing the Green Section expertise, outreach, and programs available from the USGA.
• Develop articles as assigned that inform the golfing public (superintendents, golfers, course officials, etc.) on timely agronomic topics related to tournament golf.
• Maintain a fundamental understanding of the USGA strategic plan and goals for a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate and assist with departmental activities and projects, as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees
• Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA
• Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Years Day off
• Off-site team building events
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees