1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, The Beverly Country Club

1ST ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT – THE BEVERLY COUNTRY CLUB The Beverly Country Club, located in Chicago Illinois, is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented 1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join a high-performance agronomy team during an exciting period of capital investment, championship conditioning, and long-term infrastructure planning. 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.

Club Highlights Total annual rounds: 20,000

Total staff: 30 (12 full-time, 18 part-time)

Typical work schedule: Weather dependent; mornings begin prior to staff meeting; weekend/holiday rotation

Turf types Greens: 007 Bentgrass Fairways: Declaration Bentgrass / Poa annua

Tees: Declaration Bentgrass / Poa annua

Rough: Poa annua, Perennial Ryegrass, Tall Fescue, Kentucky Bluegrass

Irrigation system: Toro Equipment: John Deere & Toro—$1.1M newly purchased, all owned

Success Traits Of Individual Strong leadership skills

Positive attitude Reliable and consistent Strong communication skills Hands-on and actively engaged

Able to teach and also be coached

Hardworking and dedicated Team-oriented

Sees the big picture Detail-driven and professional Initial Priorities Of Position Learn the property, staff, and daily operational flow

Establish consistency in course conditioning and detailed presentation

Integrate into the management team and support a positive staff culture

Take ownership of irrigation and moisture management

Assist with fertilizer and pesticide applications

Support and participate in ongoing course improvement projects

Help reinforce and elevate the standards and expectations across the property Key Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, And Aptitude 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 accountable Preferred Qualifications 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 strong Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $76,000–$90,000

Bonus potential 4% 401(k) match

Dental & vision insurance

PTO / Vacation Local & national association dues

Uniforms provided Free food Golfing privileges Continuing education & professional development

Career advancement opportunities through exposure to capital projects, irrigation renovation, tournament prep, and high-end daily operations About Us The Beverly Country Club is a historic private club on the south side of Chicago known for championship-level conditioning, a proud membership, and ongoing reinvestment in course infrastructure.

The agronomy team is committed to delivering elite playing conditions built on accountability, attention to detail, consistency, and professionalism. The club supports long-term career development through education, certification support, modern equipment, and meaningful involvement in decision-making and project execution.

Beverly will host the Western Amateur this year and is planning significant capital projects, including a new irrigation system and bunker drainage work. APPLY HERE