Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, Kohanaiki GCSAA

Location: Northern Kohanaiki is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join its golf course maintenance leadership team.

Reporting directly to the Golf Course Superintendent and working closely with the Director of Golf Course Maintenance & Grounds, this individual will play an important role in maintaining championship-quality playing conditions while developing the leadership skills necessary for long-term advancement in the profession.This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging superintendent to gain experience at a premier private golf facility with a year-round operation, a strong commitment to professional development, and a maintenance team of 35 full‑time employees.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong work ethic, high golf IQ, exceptional attention to detail, and a genuine desire to learn, lead, and grow.CLUB HIGHLIGHTSMaintenance Budget: $4.4 million operating budget, including capital expendituresTotal Annual Rounds: Approximately 25,000Total Staff: 35 full‑time employeesTypical Work Schedule: Year‑round operation; Monday–Friday, 5:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with a rotating weekend schedule approximately every third weekendTurf Types: Sea Dwarf seashore paspalum wall‑to‑wallFuture Projects: Anticipated renovation of greens, tees, and bunkers within the next three yearsRecent Projects: Renovation of five fairways totaling approximately 10 acres and construction of a five‑acre onsite sod farmIrrigation System: Toro Lynx VP ControllersEquipment: Leased fleet utilizing Toro, John Deere, and Fire Fly RoboticsSUCCESS TRAITS OF THE INDIVIDUALThe successful candidate will:Have experience at a high‑end golf facility and understand what championship‑quality conditions look and feel like.Possess an exceptional eye for detail and take pride in consistently delivering firm, fast, and highly playable conditions.Demonstrate a strong golf IQ and the technical knowledge necessary to make sound day‑to‑day agronomic decisions.Bring a positive, can‑do attitude and strong work ethic to the operation.Lead with humility and a servant‑leadership mindset.Be comfortable working alongside the team and leading by example.Demonstrate strong communication, accountability, and organizational skills.Be committed to continuous learning and professional development.Have a clear desire to advance into a Golf Course Superintendent role and take on increasing responsibility.INITIAL PRIORITIES OF THE POSITIONThe successful candidate’s initial focus will be on learning the unique aspects of Kohanaiki’s operation and becoming fully immersed in the property’s standards and expectations.

This will include:Developing a thorough understanding of the property, maintenance practices, and daily workflow.Learning the irrigation system, water management practices, and unique agronomic considerations of the property.Building strong working relationships with the golf course maintenance team and broader management group.Gaining hands‑on experience across mowing, course setup, irrigation, cultural practices, equipment operation, and other daily maintenance activities.Learning Kohanaiki’s standards for course presentation and developing the confidence to consistently uphold them.Working alongside the Golf Course Superintendent during weekend operations before progressing toward independent weekend leadership.Within the first several months, the successful candidate should develop the knowledge, confidence, and leadership ability to independently oversee weekend operations with minimal supervision.

Success will be measured not only by technical proficiency, but by the candidate’s ability to earn the trust and respect of the team while demonstrating sound judgment, accountability, and leadership.KEY…