About the Role
Position Summary
Forest Hills Country Club is seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our Golf Course Maintenance Department. This position reports directly to the Director of Agronomy and serves as a key leader within the maintenance operation. The Lead Superintendent is responsible for coordinating daily maintenance activities, supervising crew members, and ensuring the golf course is maintained to the highest standards.
This hands-on leadership role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for golf course management. The successful candidate will assist in planning daily operations, training staff, monitoring course conditions, and executing agronomic and improvement projects while promoting a safe and productive work environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise daily golf course maintenance operations and crew assignments.Assist the Director of Agronomy with planning, scheduling, and prioritizing maintenance activities.Train, mentor, and evaluate maintenance staff while promoting teamwork and accountability.Monitor turfgrass health and assist with fertility, irrigation, and integrated pest management programs.Assist with irrigation system scheduling, troubleshooting, and repairs.Ensure the golf course is properly prepared for daily play, tournaments, outings, and special events.Operate and maintain golf course equipment as needed.Assist with construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects.Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, chemical applications, and regulatory compliance.Work closely with Director of Agronomy to develop annual operating and capital budgets.Assist with developing annual chemical and fertilizer programs.Serve as acting supervisor in the absence of the Director of Agronomy.
Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management or a related field preferred.Three or more years of golf course maintenance experience, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.Knowledge of turfgrass management practices, irrigation systems, and golf course equipment.Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.Ability to obtain or maintain a state pesticide applicator license.Valid driver's license.Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
About Forest Hills Country Club
Forest Hills Country Club is ideally situated in the prestigious community of Clarkson Valley, at the heart of the greater Chesterfield area. For more than 60 years, the Club has been recognized as one of West St. Louis' premier private country clubs, offering an exceptional blend of championship golf, outstanding amenities, and warm hospitality. Known as “The Family Club of Choice,” Forest Hills provides an exclusive private club experience defined by genuine connections rather than pretense. Members enjoy a welcoming, family-focused atmosphere where friendships flourish, traditions are celebrated, and lasting memories are made. Whether on the golf course, at social events, or enjoying the Club's exceptional amenities, Forest Hills Country Club is a place where generations come together to create an unmatched private club lifestyle. A timeless test of golf… Forest Hills Country Club is the former site of the LPGA Heartland Classic and the LPGA Michelob Light Classic. The Championship 18-hole course was originally developed by Chick Adams who strategically placed bunkers and hazards throughout the gently rolling terrain. This course offers a challenge to all skill levels from six sets of tee boxes with greens that are undulating and well protected. The course is tight and rewards accurate shots off the tees but will be challenging as it is well protected with hazards, trees and out of bounds. This course will exceed your expectations for a spectacular round of golf.