1st Assistant Superintendent

Job description Job Description Superintendent First Assistant at River Creek Club | Premier Country Club in Leesburg, VA Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests, and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited ! Job Summary The 1st Assistant Superintendent is responsible for daily operations and administrative functions of the golf course, ensuring that all maintenance activities are conducted efficiently and to the highest standards. This role involves direct oversight of the course's maintenance staff and coordination with various departments to maintain optimal playing conditions and course aesthetics. In the absence of the Superintendent, the 1st Assistant Superintendent will assume full responsibility for course operations. Day-to-Day Oversee, plan, and monitor daily operations by coordinating and assigning tasks, managing schedules, and ensuring appropriate staffing levels to meet departmental goals. Responsibilities include approving vacation and sick leave, maintaining adequate coverage, and ensuring accurate and timely submission of timecards each week. Collaborate with the Superintendent to recruit, interview, select, and hire employees using the company's Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Train, motivate, and supervise staff to effectively perform tasks associated with golf course maintenance, ensuring all work meets quality standards and is completed fully. Assess golf course ground conditions and determine maintenance priorities based on current needs and overall course standards. Oversee and manage all golf course maintenance activities, including mowing, spraying, and other turf care operations. Regularly evaluate ground conditions and develop programs to maintain the cleanliness and organization of maintenance facilities and equipment while ensuring the golf course and surrounding landscapes are kept in excellent condition. Manage inventories of chemicals, fertilizers, and other supplies, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with regulations. Assist the Superintendent with planning and purchasing supplies, including chemicals, fertilizers, and irrigation materials. Support budget management by maintaining the purchasing checkbook, tracking spending against forecasts, and ensuring invoices are accurately coded with appropriate account numbers. Maintain daily and weekly logs, including irrigation pump maintenance, well records, water usage, application details, weather data, and personnel records, such as ADP time reports. Set up, program, and adjust daily irrigation cycles as needed to ensure optimal water distribution and course conditions. Collaborate with the Mechanic to schedule, perform, and document necessary preventative maintenance for all equipment on a weekly basis. Assist in preparing, developing, and managing the annual agronomy plan and operating budget. Monitor and control departmental expenses, ensuring all functions are carried out within the established budget. Provide expertise in maintaining high industry and environmental standards for turf quality, including proper mixing and application of pesticides and fertilizers. Make recommendations and decisions to address turf quality issues or direct others to take action. Supervise and direct a crew of at least two full-time employees, ensuring effective teamwork and task completion. Address personnel matters such as pay, performance reviews, corrective actions, and employee hiring/termination decisions, offering guidance and resolution as needed. Train and enforce safety best practices, ensuring compliance with Invited, local, state, and federal regulations, including handling hazardous materials and the use of protective equipment. Evaluate employee performance, provide constructive feedback and keeping the Superintendent informed on employee progress.

Required About You:

An Associates and/or Bachelor's degree in Turf Management or a related field. A minimum of 3 years of experience in Golf Course Maintenance. A minimum of 1 year of experience providing input and knowledge of budget control result expectations. A minimum of 1 year of technical knowledge of all equipment and tasks relevant to the Spray and Irrigation Technicians, Landscape Foreman, Greens Keeper, Equipment Operator, and the Mechanic positions. Current State Pesticide Applicators License or successfully completed within 90 days of employment. Valid driver's license. Preferred Thorough knowledge of general business administration practices and golf course operations practices and procedures. Direct supervisory experience preferred with proven ability to maintain confidentiality of Club, Company, and personnel information What We Offer We believe in taking care of our team, and our Total Rewards package reflects that commitment. Your actual base pay will be determined by your skills, experience, education, location, and—if you're in a non-exempt role—hours worked. Benefits While not all roles at Invited are full-time, those full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Want to learn more? Visit for full details. Medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan Generous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part time team members) Have more questions? Check out our Invited Jobs website for more details about ClubLife, the Employee Experience, Company Benefits, and Our Culture. Be a part of our

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