Assistant Superintendent

LMLC OPERATIONS LLC•Big Sky, MT

About The Position

Under direction and guidance from the Director of Agronomy and Golf Course Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent manages and participates in the general maintenance of the golf course and associated facilities related to the Club, including pumping stations, practice facilities, maintenance facility, an outdoor ice rink and winter trail grooming. Responsibilities include employee hiring, training, scheduling, and recordkeeping, delegating work assignments, and overseeing job performance. Assists in contractor oversight and coordination. The Assistant Superintendent collaborates closely with the management team to coordinate staff and daily operations, ensuring the Yellowstone Club is maintained to the highest possible standards. This role requires a commitment to mastering the skills and ongoing education essential for excellence in the turfgrass industry. The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent may also assume the responsibilities of the Director of Agronomy or Superintendent in their absence.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ experience as Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent, plus 2- or 4-year degree in turfgrass-related field required.
Experience in all phases of golf course management and turf culture, along with a working knowledge of course renovation and construction, preferred.
The ideal candidate should be pursuing a career in golf course management, possess strong organizational abilities, and be highly detail oriented.
It is expected that the candidate will bring a positive attitude and new ideas to a well-functioning operation.
Candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a valid State of Montana non-commercial pesticide applicator’s license within 90 days of starting.
Requires a valid driver’s license, and an acceptable driving record as approved by the Club’s insurance carrier.
They must demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills, along with solid computer proficiency.
Strong computer proficiency required
Able to speak clearly and effectively with members, guests, and coworkers
Able to write clearly and professionally
Able to perform basic math calculations.
Requires a high degree of administrative and leadership ability, especially in terms of problem solving and decision making
The employee is frequently required to lift up to 40 pounds and frequently required to talk and/or hear.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to handle or lift items.
The employee is constantly required to stand and walk, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or reach with hands and arms.
The employee is also required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as but not limited to: preparing and analyzing data and figures, visual inspection involving golf maintenance, hazards and safety violations, and/or operation of machines (including inspection).

Nice To Haves

Pursuing a career in golf course management
Brings a positive attitude and new ideas to a well-functioning operation.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Hiring, training, daily scheduling and supervision of seasonal maintenance staff, including the management of employee’s time and payroll.
Oversees the completion of work assignments by crew members and assists with field decisions regarding job procedures, work standards, and safe, yet efficient machinery use.
Constant monitoring of turfgrass systems during the growing season both visually and through the use of a POGO, ensuring proper water, nutrient, and disease prevention levels.
Operation and maintenance of pumping and irrigation systems - including program scheduling, assisting in repairs and winterization.
Communicating regularly with other members of the organization's management team to discuss course conditions, events, goals and member input.
Monitor and participate in the calibration and application of fertilizers and pesticides; responsibilities include training, mixing procedures and proper application of spray solutions to all areas of the golf course, based on the program outlined by the Director of Agronomy.
Daily recordkeeping of staff activities through Tasktracker software, logging employee issues in ADP, weather data, cultural practices and irrigation use.
Daily supervision of the seasonal maintenance staff and interns, ensuring proper and safe use of maintenance facility and equipment; assist in personnel management and evaluation.
Open the maintenance facility and runs operations in the absence of Superintendent.
Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with established Club policies, procedures, and standards of service to achieve the overall objectives of this position.
Meet departmental productivity, organization, punctuality/attendance and consistency standards.
Maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
Treat Members, guests, vendors, customers and co-workers with professionalism and respect at all times.
Maintain privacy of our Members at all time.
Maintain a clean and neat appearance at all times.
Communicate regularly and effectively with all employees, supervisors, managers and directors.
Perform work in a safe and high quality manner.
Project a favorable image of Yellowstone Club to Members and guests at all times.
Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Long hours may be required due to business demands.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned by Superintendent.
Responsible for various tasks during winter months including property snow removal and other Club assistance as directed by Superintendent.