Golf Course Assistant Superintendent

LINCOLNSHIRE, ILLINOIS JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT DEPARTMENT: GROUNDS REPORTS TO: DIRCECTOR ENGINEERING ISSUE DATE: MARCH 1, 2026 PURPOSE AND PERFORMANCE GOALS The Assistant Superintendent supports operations for Crane’s Landing and its associated maintenance department. This includes the golf course, clubhouse grounds, practice areas, and peripheral boundaries of the course. Responsibilities include all aspects of golf course maintenance, construction, and operations. In doing so provides agronomic direction to maintain the golf course at the highest quality level possible at all times. Observes compliance with established corporate standards, local, state and national codes and regulations to protect the asset, guests and Associates. Maintains a safe, productive work environment and ensures that market position standards are met. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned): · Per established maintenance standards, supervise the care of greens, fairways, tees, sand traps, bodies of water, roughs, and clubhouse grounds. · Provide regular feedback on course conditions, tasks, projects, and issues that pertain to the golf course and its Associates to the Grounds Manager. · Supervise and assist in all essential duties of Groundskeeper team including course setup, mowing, planting, irrigation, and specialized projects as needed. · Conduct daily scouting of golf course to identify areas needing attention or improvement. · Follow programs for turf/grass, material and chemical maintenance in order to identify disease and effectively treat it. · Help plan and implement landscape maintenance schedules to ensure optimal growth and appearance while also preventing weed and pest infestations. · Calibrate and direct proper application of all fertilizer and pesticide treatments with Grounds Manager. · Assist in daily operation of irrigation control system and schedule, troubleshoot, and help repair irrigation components in cooperation with Grounds Manager. · Works closely with Grounds Manager to assist in equipment repair and maintenance. · Coordinates with Grounds Manager weekly work schedules, duties, tasks, and follows up per company standards. · Provides recommendations to Grounds Manager on the purchase of supplies and materials within budgetary limitations. · Assists in tracking maintenance expenses (payroll, supplies, fertilizers, chemical, etc.) · Observes compliance with all local, state, and national codes with accurate permits, laws, and licenses. · Incorporate safe work practices in job performance. · Maintain flexibility to take on new and different tasks as directed by the Department Manager. · As need arises or as instructed must be willing to work with other departments or individuals. · Attend weekly department and managerial meetings. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Help oversee, develop, train, coach, and mentor the grounds staff in accordance to all maintenance standards. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE • Two or four year degree in agronomy, turf management or related field. • Two years as a Seasonal Intern and/or Assistant Superintendent. • Minimum three years in golf course maintenance. LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to communicate clearly with guests, customers, supervisors and fellow Associates orally and written. Bilingual (English - Spanish) communication ability preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Must be able to calculate amounts and apply basic addition, subtraction and multiplication. REASONING ABILITY Must be able to analyze data to make appropriate judgments regarding duties. Provide innovation and creativity to sustain maximum efficiency in company operations. Identify strengths and weaknesses of Associates and develop a foundation for growth and development. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Driver’s License, State Pesticide License PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Associate must be able to lift/push/pull 50 pounds. Job frequently requires walking, sitting, kneeling, crouching, and standing. Frequently requires reaching, grabbing, pulling, twisting, and grasping. Sometimes requires working in damp, wet or inclement conditions. HOURS Due to the business demands of the hospitality industry, and the fact that the hotel provides guest services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, any Associate may be required to work rotating shifts, including weekends, night shifts, and/or overtime. Also, depending on business demands, hours may be reduced at any time. Acknowledgement: I have read and understand all of the above. I have reviewed the duties for which I am responsible, and understand this job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing herein restricts management/company rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description excludes marginal functions, incidental duties and special projects which I may be required to perform when assigned. I understand that this document does not create an employment contract and that I am employed by RFMBG Lincolnshire, LLC (Marriott Lincolnshire) on an "at-will" basis. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) 3% Match • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Vision insurance Experience: • Turf Management or related: 2 years (Required) • Assistant Superintendent: 2 years (Required) • Golf Maintenance: 3 years (Required) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) • Pesticide Applicator’s License (Required) Ability to Commute: • Lincolnshire, IL 60069 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Lincolnshire, IL 60069: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person