Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent – McInnis Park Golf Center McInnis Park Golf Center is looking for a motivated and experienced turf professional to join our team as Assistant Golf Course Superintendent. In this role, you'll work closely with our Golf Course Superintendent to keep our course in outstanding condition while leading a dedicated maintenance crew and upholding our commitment to environmental stewardship. What You'll Do Course & Grounds Management Support day-to-day golf course maintenance operations, helping set and meet quality and production standards Plan and oversee landscaping and horticultural operations across the property, including gardens, pathways, water features, and non-play areas Implement multi-season garden and crop production plans to support on-site culinary goals Perform horticultural and agronomic tests and evaluations as needed Team Leadership Supervise and mentor maintenance staff, managing scheduling, training, and performance Conduct safety orientations for all new Golf Maintenance employees before they begin work Lead regular departmental meetings, including annual reviews Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and high morale Administration & Budgeting Coordinate with superintendent and operations team to fulfill departmental needs Maintain timely records including purchase orders, invoices, and employee timecards Assist in preparing annual operating and capital expenditure budgets Monitor expenditures to stay within budget while meeting operational standards Guest Experience & Compliance Respond to guest requests in a timely and professional manner Ensure compliance with all McInnis Park Golf Center policies and applicable regulations (OSHA, SB198, local health codes, and hazardous materials laws) Report suspicious activity or hazardous conditions immediately Maintain clean, safe work areas at all times What We're Looking For Experience & Knowledge Minimum 2 years of golf course maintenance experience Strong knowledge of turf varieties, cultural practices, and course upkeep Familiarity with pesticide application, fertilizers, and soil chemistry Ability to identify common turf diseases, insects, and weeds California Qualified Applicator's License preferred, or ability to obtain one. Working knowledge of the rules of golf, players preferred. English fluency required; Spanish fluency a strong plus A valid driver’s license Skills Proven ability to lead and train a team Strong written and verbal communication skills Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated Calm under pressure with a strong safety mindset Collaborative team player with a commitment to excellent service Physical Requirements On your feet approximately 90% of the shift; desk/meeting time roughly 10% Ability to lift and move objects up to 80 lbs. over short distances Comfortable with bending, stooping, reaching, and operating power-driven machinery Able to work outdoors in prolonged sun exposure and adapt to long or irregular hours Ability to work in various environments, including prolonged heat, rain and wind. McInnis Park Golf Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/V/D). Pay: $25.25 - $30.50 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Work Location: In person