Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Position Overview

Dornick Hills Golf & Country Club is seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and hardworking Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our agronomy team.

The Assistant Superintendent will work directly with the Golf Course Superintendent in overseeing daily golf course maintenance operations, managing staff, and implementing agronomic programs to maintain exceptional playing conditions. We seek an individual with strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for golf course management.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in planning, coordinating, and supervising daily golf course maintenance operations.

- Lead, train, and motivate maintenance staff.

- Assist with fertilizer, pesticide, and plant protectant applications.

- Monitor turfgrass health and assist with treatment programs.

- Assist with irrigation operation, troubleshooting, repairs, and water management.

- Oversee course setup, mowing, bunker maintenance, and routine maintenance activities.

- Assist with aerification, topdressing, cultivation, and seasonal agronomic programs.

- Help maintain equipment, facilities, and maintenance records.

- Promote safe work practices and proper handling of chemicals and equipment.

- Work with the Superintendent to improve course conditions and operational efficiency.

About the Club

Founded in 1914, Dornick Hills Golf & Country Club in Ardmore, Oklahoma, holds a special place in golf history as the first golf course designed by legendary architect Perry Maxwell. Maxwell began his architectural career here before going on to design some of America’s most celebrated courses.

Known for its natural terrain, dramatic elevation changes, and timeless architectural character, Dornick Hills was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003. In 2021, the club completed an extensive restoration led by renowned architect Tom Doak, focused on returning the course to Maxwell’s original design vision.

Today, Dornick Hills is committed to preserving its history while providing exceptional playing conditions. This is a unique opportunity to help maintain an important piece of American golf history.

Dornick Hills Golf & Country Club is an equal opportunity employer.

- Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field preferred.

- Golf course maintenance experience, preferably in a supervisory or assistant role.

- Knowledge of warm-season and cool-season turfgrass management.

- Experience with irrigation systems, pesticide applications, and maintenance equipment.

- Oklahoma pesticide applicator license preferred, or willingness to obtain one.

- Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as operations require.

- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to high standards.