Assistant Superintendent at Columbia Country Club – Chevy Chase, Maryland

Position Title: Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Reports To: Golf Course Superintendent

Job Type: Full – Time, Exempt

Greens & Grounds Department Description: The Greens & Grounds Department at Columbia Country Club ensures the beauty, playability, and health of the golf course and surrounding landscapes. Through expert turf care, landscaping, and precision mowing, the team maintains pristine fairways, greens, and roughs. Every detail is managed to create an exceptional experience for members and guests while promoting the long-term health and aesthetics of the course.

Position Summary: Working closely with the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent is responsible for supervising staff, implementing agronomic programs, and assisting with planning and execution of course maintenance operations. This role offers the opportunity to have hands-on involvement in all aspects of a high-performing golf course operation, with a strong emphasis on leadership, agronomy, and championship-level conditioning.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

· Lead and execute daily course setup and maintenance operations to meet championship standards

· Operate turf equipment and machinery, including mowers, utility vehicles, and aerators, safely and efficiently

· Perform advanced water management practices on push-up Poa annua greens

· Manage irrigation system operation, troubleshooting, and optimization

· Calibrate, apply, and assist in planning fertilizer and pesticide programs

· Identify turf diseases and implement proactive management strategies

· Supervise, train, and develop a team of 20+ staff members

· Participate in Green Committee meetings, including preparation and presentation of materials

· Assist with long-term planning and execution of capital improvement projects, tournaments, and special events

· Maintain clubhouse grounds and overall property presentation

· Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent and/or General Manager

Position Qualifications and Functional Skills:

· Bachelor’s or associate degree in Turfgrass Management or a related field is preferred

· Pesticide applicator license, or ability to obtain within 90 days

· Proven ability to perform at a high level in a team-oriented, results-driven environment

· Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines professionally

· Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills when interacting with staff, members, and guests

· Self-motivated, with a positive, growth-oriented mindset

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and quick to learn new systems

· Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and on-call shifts as required