1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent at GolfJobs Golf, IL

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Log in first1st Assistant Golf Course SuperintendentCountry Club in Chicago, Illinois is looking for a 1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.Position Overview: This role is ideal for an aspiring Superintendent who wants hands-on leadership experience, deep agronomic development, and involvement in major improvement projects at a historic private club.Key Responsibilities• Staff scheduling, training, and daily leadership• Irrigation system operation, troubleshooting, and repair• Moisture management and hand watering• Daily course setup and execution of maintenance standards• Cultural practices including aerification, topdressing, and grooming• Participation in drainage and turf improvement projects• Tournament preparation and execution (including Western Amateur)• Equipment operation and ability to train staff• Support implementation of upcoming capital improvements• Strong communication and ability to hold self and team accountableRequirements• Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management (preferred but not required)• 4–7 years of progressive golf course maintenance experience• Supervisory or crew leadership experience• Experience with fertilizer and pesticide applications• Strong irrigation and water management skills• Illinois pesticide license or ability to obtain• Ability to excel in a high-expectation, detail-oriented environment• Candidates without preferred education will be considered if experience is strongCompensation$76,000–$90,000 per year.How to apply:Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.