Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

POSITION: Assistant Golf Course Superintendent DEPARTMENT: Golf Course Maintenance REPORTS TO: Course Superintendent EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Exempt SUPERVISES EMPLOYEES: Yes Club Description: Berkeley Hall Club, a distinctive private golf community edged on the banks of the pristine Okatie River in Bluffton, South Carolina – the heart of the coastal Lowcountry – a world with a casually inviting and active lifestyle that sets the standard for all private communities. Just minutes from Hilton Head Island, our 980-acre property is unique among top private golf communities. With two world-class Tom Fazio courses and a stunning Jeffersonian-style clubhouse that form the “Core of the Community,” our two walkable classic courses feel more like a golf retreat, with beautiful lagoons and majestic live oaks. Honors Platinum Club of America Platinum Club of the World Distinguished Club Award Best Residential Courses-North & South Course - Golfweek Top 100 Golf Communities - Travel + Leisure Top 100 Premier Properties – Links Magazine PURPOSE: Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, cart paths, and landscape beds. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his/her absence. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work; and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment. • Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; and supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems. • Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline. • May modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation. • Schedules and supervises maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; • Prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations. SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls. • Possession of a valid driver's license. • May require current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change; e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc. SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club offers an excellent employee benefits package including: • Employer sponsored medical, dental, vision & life insurance • 401K match plan • Retention Bonus for every year worked starting at $500 • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Paid Life Insurance • Free lunch meal while working • Golf privileges (on select days) and Pro Shop discounts Other Perks: • Referral Bonus • Experience Expert Recognition Program • Service Awards • Employee Celebrations Join Our Esteemed Team at Berkeley Hall Club! At Berkeley Hall Club, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service in a refined atmosphere. If you have a passion for golf and an appreciation for the finer things in life, we invite you to apply to become a part of our distinguished team. Why Join Us? • Exclusive Environment: Work in a premier setting that values tradition and excellence. • Passion for Golf: Immerse yourself in a community that shares your enthusiasm for the game. • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the club. If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to Berkeley Hall Club, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us continue to create memorable experiences for our members and guests.