Golf Courses & Grounds Assistant Superintendent

Congressional Country Club•Bethesda, MD

40d•$70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Congressional Country Club is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our Golf Courses & Grounds team. The 2026 season will be another exciting chapter for Congressional. Assistant Superintendents will help prepare the Club to host future major championships while ensuring an exceptional daily playing experience for our members and guests. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on, high-level championship experience at one of the most storied clubs in the country. In Fall 2025, the Club will also break ground on a brand-new, state-of-the-art maintenance facility and staff housing complex, creating an outstanding work and learning environment for our team. About Congressional Country Club Located in Bethesda, Maryland, Congressional Country Club is recognized as the #1 Platinum Club in the country and has a long, distinguished history of hosting major championships. In just the last 15 years, Congressional has hosted: 2011 U.S. Open Championship 2014 & 2016 Quicken Loans National 2022 KPMG Women's PGA Championship 2024 Junior PGA Championship 2025 Senior PGA Championship Congressional is proud to continue this tradition through its agreement with the PGA of America to host five additional championships in the next eleven years: 2027 KPMG Women's PGA Championship 2029 PGA Professional Championship 2030 PGA Championship 2033 Senior PGA Championship 2037 Ryder Cup Position Summary The Assistant Superintendent will be involved in the daily maintenance and championship conditioning of two golf courses, Blue and Gold, and will work closely with the Superintendents and the Director of Golf Courses & Grounds.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited 2- or 4-year Turfgrass Management or related program
Ability to work independently while carrying out written and verbal instructions
Strong attention to detail with the ability to visually inspect and evaluate golf course and clubhouse turf conditions
Solid organizational and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic technology tools used in golf course management
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 90 days, required pesticide and fertilizer licenses (state-specific)
Highly motivated, positive team attitude with a strong desire to learn, grow, and advance in the turf industry
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with a focus on team culture and member experience

Responsibilities

Participating in and overseeing daily course setup
Assisting with the maintenance and management of USGA and push-up greens
Fertilizer and pesticide calibration and application, following all safety and regulatory guidelines
Irrigation system monitoring, repair, and water management
Disease identification and corrective action, in collaboration with the leadership team
Daily supervision and leadership of a 60+ team member staff, including training, scheduling, and quality control
Assisting with the execution of cultural practices and major agronomic projects