Assistant Golf Course Superintendent – Laurel Oak Country Club

Laurel Oak Country Club  is excited to announce an exceptional career opportunity of  Assistant Golf Course Superintendent .

Laurel Oak Country Club is a distinctive family-oriented private county club situated within the gates of Laurel Oak Estates in Sarasota Florida. With two exceptional courses, designed by Rees Jones and Gary Player, consistently ranked the best in our market and combined with an incredible clubhouse, club amenities, engaging family activities, and a vibrant social atmosphere; Laurel Oak County Club represents the best of private club lifestyle for its Members and Guests.

For the Members of Laurel Oak, the 45,000 square foot clubhouse, newly renovated Lounge & Lounge Patio, Men’s, and Women’s Locker Rooms, provide an abundance of space and opportunity to enjoy all aspects what our Club has to offer.

Each day is filled with a buzz of activity as our golf and tennis groups finish daily games, and social groups get together for cards and morning book club readings, all of whom are here to enjoy their benefits of membership. The culinary scene at Laurel Oak covers a variety of offerings that cater to the needs and preferences of our Membership, while also focusing on innovation and constant pursuit of the “Wow Factor”.

From themed action stations, club traditions and à la carte dining to multi-course specialty dinners, private events and non-member events, we accept the challenge of exceeding the expectations of a very diverse audience.

At Laurel Oak, one of the significant pillars of our success is the culture of our team members and how that translates to the social environment of our club and membership. We cherish every opportunity to create an exceptional experience for our members and guests. The Food & Beverage department is the one amenity that impacts all categories of membership and therefore, is at the forefront of executing our Club Vision.

Laurel Oak Country Club is the premier, private, family-oriented club in Southwest Florida, presenting our membership with a relaxed and comfortable sense of community while offering superior amenities, facilities, and social programming. While providing the highest service standards with uncompromising attention to detail, our goal is to enrich experiences and enrich your life.

Salary: $70K – $80K, dependent on experience

Full health care benefits package, including medical, dental, and ancillary insurance,401k and paid time off.

Our Culture and Values provide Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.

Job purpose

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. Under the Superintendent’s supervision, the Assistant Superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent’s capacity during his/her absence.

Duties and responsibilities

- Assist the Superintendent in day to day operations of the facility.

- Supervise, train, and work with seasonal staff to build a solid team environment.

- Prepare and submit weekly employee schedules to ensure efficient use of employees.

- Helps monitor the course for disease pressure, moisture issues (both dry and wet), turf decline, and other pests.

- Must have the ability to make pesticide and fertilizer applications, calibrate equipment, properly document applications, keep an inventory, and the ability to take notes.

- Irrigation scheduling, repair, and maintenance of a Toro irrigation system with Osmac controllers and Lynx operating system.

- Knowledge and ability to properly hand-water turf.

- Attend and participate in weekly department and other periodic employee and member meetings.

- Conduct weekly facility walk through to ensure the facility is safe and presentable.

- Operate within all guidelines, policies, standards and constraints as established by Hampton Golf.