Assistant Superintendent

Assistant Superintendent – Contra Costa Country Club

Contra Costa Country Club is seeking a motivated and team-oriented Assistant Superintendent to join our agronomy team. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside a newly assembled, dynamic, and driven management team focused on building a best-in-class turf program and taking our course conditions to the next level.

We are in the early stages of establishing new standards, practices, and a culture of continuous improvement. As Assistant Superintendent, you’ll play a key role in shaping those standards, contributing your ideas, leadership, and work ethic to a team that's hungry for success and proud of what we’re building together.

This position is ideal for someone who:

• Wants to be part of a team that is redefining excellence at a respected private club.
• Is eager to grow professionally in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
• Takes pride in developing and maintaining top-tier course conditions.
• Is excited about the chance to make a lasting impact as we elevate every aspect of our operation.

Join us at Contra Costa Country Club and be part of something exciting — where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work helps lay the foundation for the future of our program.

Job Details

Description

We are looking for a new Assistant Superintendent to help lead a motivated team as we continue to make a great golf experience and true escape for our members and their guests. The right candidate for this opportunity is a self-motivated team player who comes to work each day looking to improve themselves and the golf course operation. You must be prepared to communicate with the Superintendent and other staff to achieve the overall goals, and possess a good attitude with a desire to learn and grow within the industry.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist the golf course Superintendent with the daily operations and scheduling.
• Perform standard golf course maintenance duties, including fertilizer/pesticide applications, irrigation and drainage repairs, construction, and course set-up.
• Train staff in how to perform their tasks safely and efficiently.
• Monitor course conditions daily and make recommendations for improvements to enhance playability and aesthetics.
• Responsible for training staff members in the operation of all equipment, with safety being the highest priority.
• Maintain communication with the Superintendent, Greens Crew staff, as well as Pro Shop and Clubhouse staff as needed.
• Assist the Superintendent in administration, project planning, and execution.
• Manage Toro Lynx irrigation program
• Communicate with the Equipment Manager to ensure equipment is ready for use and organized and cleaned at the end of each day.
• Enforce and follow rules, guidelines, and company policies.

Requirements

• A completed 2- or 4-year degree in Turfgrass Management or equivalent certificate is preferred. (Or in pursuit of degree or certificate.)
• 3 to 4 years’ experience in golf course maintenance.
• Proficient knowledge of irrigation and drainage systems.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and efficiently manage a crew of 20+ employees.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional results.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, holidays that fall on your schedule, and mandatory tournaments.
• Experience with spraying fertilizers/pesticides and calibrating equipment, and knowledge of turf products.
• Current CA State Pesticide Applicator’s license, or can obtain one within 6 months.
• Active golfer and knowledgeable about the game of golf preferred but not required