Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), Gulf Shores, Alabama, us, 36547
Position Summary
Craft Farms Golf Resort is seeking a motivated, career-driven Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our 36-hole semi-private facility on the Alabama Gulf Coast. This is a hands‑on leadership role offering significant growth opportunity within a high‑volume, year-round operation.
The selected candidate will work directly alongside the Superintendent in all aspects of daily maintenance and long‑term agronomic planning. This position is ideal for a turf professional who wants to lead from the front while preparing for a future Superintendent role.
Unique Career Opportunity Over the next two years, our facility will undergo a comprehensive greens renovation program on both courses, providing the Assistant Superintendent with valuable, real‑world experience in:
Greens reconstruction and renovation planning in 2027 and 2028
Grow‑in management and establishment practices
Irrigation adjustments during establishment phases
Fertility and plant health programming during grow‑in
Managing playability and member expectations during transition
This is an exceptional opportunity to gain hands‑on grow‑in experience at a 36-hole facility — a credential that significantly strengthens future advancement opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and actively participate in daily maintenance operations
Supervise, train, and motivate crew members
Assist with fertility, plant protectant, and cultural programs
Calibrate and apply pesticides and fertilizers (licensed or ability to obtain)
Monitor turf health and communicate agronomic observations
Assist with irrigation scheduling, repairs, and water management
Support budgeting, inventory control, and record keeping
Assume Superintendent duties in their absence
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Golf privileges
Continuing education and professional development support
Clear pathway toward Superintendent advancement
401K with company match up to 4%
Qualifications
Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field preferred
Minimum 2 years of golf course maintenance experience
Alabama pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within 90 days
Strong work ethic with a hands‑on leadership style
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Desire for long‑term career growth in golf course management
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The selected candidate will work directly alongside the Superintendent in all aspects of daily maintenance and long‑term agronomic planning. This position is ideal for a turf professional who wants to lead from the front while preparing for a future Superintendent role.
Unique Career Opportunity Over the next two years, our facility will undergo a comprehensive greens renovation program on both courses, providing the Assistant Superintendent with valuable, real‑world experience in:
Greens reconstruction and renovation planning in 2027 and 2028
Grow‑in management and establishment practices
Irrigation adjustments during establishment phases
Fertility and plant health programming during grow‑in
Managing playability and member expectations during transition
This is an exceptional opportunity to gain hands‑on grow‑in experience at a 36-hole facility — a credential that significantly strengthens future advancement opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and actively participate in daily maintenance operations
Supervise, train, and motivate crew members
Assist with fertility, plant protectant, and cultural programs
Calibrate and apply pesticides and fertilizers (licensed or ability to obtain)
Monitor turf health and communicate agronomic observations
Assist with irrigation scheduling, repairs, and water management
Support budgeting, inventory control, and record keeping
Assume Superintendent duties in their absence
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Golf privileges
Continuing education and professional development support
Clear pathway toward Superintendent advancement
401K with company match up to 4%
Qualifications
Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field preferred
Minimum 2 years of golf course maintenance experience
Alabama pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within 90 days
Strong work ethic with a hands‑on leadership style
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Desire for long‑term career growth in golf course management
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