Assistant Superintendent

ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

PORTLAND GOLF CLUB

Portland Golf Club, located in Portland, Oregon is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented 1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join its maintenance team.

This position will be ideal for a turf professional who is committed to becoming a Golf Course Superintendent at an exceptional club. Additionally, this position will play an important role in the daily management of the golf course, with an immediate focus on staff scheduling and training, fertility and chemical planning, and the execution of agronomic programs.

Working directly with the Director of Agronomy, Cory Isom, you will play an integral role in leading daily maintenance operations, developing staff, refining agronomic programs, and helping prepare the golf course for our members.

The club has invested millions of dollars in recent renovations. These include a new Rain Bird irrigation system and pump station, a few green expansions, and new Better Billy lined bunkers.

Our team has the resources, equipment, technology, and support needed to maintain the golf course at a very high level.

CLUB HISTORY

Located in the western suburbs of Portland, Oregon and tucked away among fir trees, rolling greens and tightly manicured gardens, Portland Golf Club is an oasis, offering a golf and clubhouse experience unlike any other within this region.

Established in 1914, Portland Golf Club is regarded as one of the most prestigious, challenging, and enjoyable member-owned golf clubs in the Pacific Northwest and continues to cultivate its place in history as a championship golf facility. The picturesque golf course and modernized clubhouse support golf and social functions that are compatible with the members’ and their families' values and interests.

Portland Golf Club’s championship tradition is evidenced by the legendary players who have graced the greens of PGC. They include Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan, Sam Snead, Byron Nelson, Cary Middlecoff, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Greg Norman, Curtis Strange, Payne Stewart, Isao Aoki, Paul Azinger, Nelly Korda, Kathy Whitworth, Donna Caponi, Nancy Lopez and more. Most recently, PGA tour winner Ben Crane, who grew up learning the game of golf as a PGC junior golfer, is now a third-generation member.

The legendary Ben Hogan shot 65-69-63-64 to win the 1945 Portland Open at PGC.

The 63 (tied by Dr. Cary Middlecoff at the Western Open) stands to this day as the course record. Mr. Hogan returned to PGC the following year to capture his first major at the prestigious PGA Championship in 1946 and the following year led the American team to a near clean sweep of the British team in the 1947 Ryder Cup at PGC.

Over the years, PGC has hosted seven Portland Opens, five Portland Classics, the 1969 Alcan Championship, and the 1982 U.S. Senior Open. In addition to golf’s historic legends of the past, PGC has played host to more recent tournaments such as the Fred Meyer Challenge, and the U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship of 2015.

We expect and value championship course conditions while maintaining the classic design and character of the golf course and clubhouse. After over a century of continuous operation, our mission is to carry on tradition, while continually evolving and adapting in order to remain current and relevant. We emphasize friendship and mutual respect for our fellow members, staff, and guests. Our care for the environment and our neighbors, in concert with our stewardship of our club, continues to cultivate PGC’s place in history as one of America’s top championship golf clubs.

PORTLAND GOLF CLUB PROFILE

- At present, there are approximately 676 members – comprised of 525 Golf and 151 Social Members

- 1 par 72(men) 18-hole course at 7001 yards

- Approximately 30,000 rounds of golf annually – 70% walk / 30% powered cart

- 90 acres of maintained golf course

- $13.5M gross revenue

- $2.4M annual course maintenance operating budget, $500,000+ capital budget

- Host site for the 2026 USGA Senior Women’s Am and the 2034 USGA Senior Men’s Am

- The Club recently completed a 7-million-dollar golf course project that included renovation of bunkers, tree removal, and complete irrigation replacement

- The Club employs 140 FTEs in all departments during peak season

- Member initiation fee is $72,000 with dues of $11,700 annually and an annual capital replacement fee of $1680

- The Club has the most recent Rainbird Irrigation System

- The Club installed Billy Bunker System liners during the 2021 bunker renovation.

- The Club has a Greenshield drainage system installed throughout the fairways

- The average age of Club Members is approximately 61 years old

CAREER PROFILE

The ideal candidate will be an outgoing, confident, well-spoken, and professional leader who enjoys working with people and takes pride in being part of a team. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

- Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and work ethic

- A positive attitude and team-first mentality

- Professionalism when interacting with staff, members, guests, and vendors

- Confidence in directing and training employees

- Strong organizational and time-management skills

- Comfort using technology and learning new systems

- A desire to continue developing as an agronomic professional

- Proactive leader and hands-on contributor who thrives in a high-performance environment

- Attention to detail

- Adaptability under pressure with a calm, solutions-first mindset

INITIAL PRIORITIES OF THE POSITION

- Take a leadership role in crew management and communication, ensuring high standards of execution

- Monitor and adjust irrigation system for optimal turf health and water efficiency

- Collaborate with equipment technicians to ensure proper use and care of machinery

- Learn the property’s turf management programs, irrigation system, and maintenance practices

- Establish consistency in course conditioning and detailed presentation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with turf fertility, chemical applications, and cultural practices

- Experience leading, training, or supervising golf course maintenance staff

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and consistently demonstrate honesty, integrity, courtesy, and respect

- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind

- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and perform the physical requirements associated with golf course maintenance

- Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management (preferred but not required) Experience may offset educational requirements

- Ability to excel in a high-expectation, detail-oriented environment

- Operate mowers, tractors, sprayers, and various turf equipment

- 3–5 years of golf course maintenance experience

- Valid Driver’s License

- OR Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain)

- Willingness to work flexible hours including early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus but not required.

- Commitment to pursuing a career as a Golf Course Superintendent.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

- Salary: $95,000 - $105,000

- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- 401(k) with company match

- PTO/Vacation

- Continuing Education

- Local & National Association Dues

- Uniforms

- Meals

- Golf Privileges

CONTACT AND RESUMES TO:

Cory Isom

Director of Agronomy

Portland Golf Club

cisom@portlandgolfclub.com