2nd Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Fox Den Country Club- Knoxville, TN

Position Description

Position Title: 2nd Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Department: Greens Maintenance

Reports to: Golf Course Superintendent                       Status: Full Time- Salary Position

Fox Den Country Club is seeking an eager and capable 2nd Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to enhance the lifestyle of our members. We have a truly unique golf experience and environment for individuals who want to be a part of the Premier Country Club in Knoxville.

Why Work at Fox Den Country Club

• Work directly with the Golf Course Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent.
• Opportunities to learn new practices and procedures
• Welcoming & growing membership
• Professional development and growth within staff. Fox Den team is dedicated to individuals career progression.
• Provide a ​​​​​focused, fun, flexible work environment

 Golf Course Maintenance Standards:

• To prepare, preserve, and maintain the golf course as the major club asset.
• To protect, understand and fulfill the golf course architect’s vision and goals for a firm, fast, and fair golf challenge for all levels of player abilities.
• To plan and execute programs and procedures that maintain a superior golf experience as well as enhance and protect the environment, property, and aesthetics of the club.
• Our goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail. 

Initial Priorities of the Position:

• Develops a working knowledge of agronomy programs associated with the management of the specific water, soil, and turf types specific to Fox Den Country Club.
• Develops rapport and communicates with Golf Course Superintendent, other key agronomy staff, and Head Golf Professional & Pro-Shop team to discuss conditions of golf courses, maintenance plans and scheduled events.  
• Properly mixes, calibrates, and applies chemical/fertilizers used on the course. 

Success Traits of Individual:

• Takes initiative and can begin tasks independently without needing constant direction or supervision.
• Shows curiosity about the job and is motivated to ask questions and learn new skills to improve performance.
• Has a clear understanding of what is required in the role, including the hard work, time management, and attention to detail it entails.
• Has a clear career goal to progress in the field, with an ambition to become a Golf Course Superintendent
• Open to taking on challenges and growing within the role, but understands when it’s necessary to seek guidance to ensure tasks are done correctly.
• Works well with others, contributing positively to team dynamics and collaborating effectively to achieve shared goals.
• Maintains a sense of humor and a balanced approach to work, recognizing the importance of flexibility.
• Prioritizes providing excellent service, ensuring that the needs of others—whether team members, guests, or clients—are met in a timely and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to tasks, working with a focus on meeting deadlines and addressing issues quickly to keep operations running smoothly.
• Has worked in a high-standard or top-tier facility

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and supervision of the staff
• Assist in making plant protectant and fertilizer applications to all surfaces
• Assist in making repairs to the irrigations system and all related components
• Contribute to the daily maintenance of the golf course including and not limited to mowing, course set up, drainage maintenance, repair, and installation, hand watering, tree pruning and removal, and other duties in the maintenance operation.
• Assist in the management of the inventory of plant protection products and fertilizers
• Have and continue to develop an attention to detail
• Assist in the training of new employees in all aspects of golf course maintenance
• Assist in scouting the course for disease and pests
• Ensures that maintenance equipment is properly maintained and safely operated.   
• Daily communication with the Superintendent, other management staff, and the rest of the crew on goals, course conditions, event planning, and other related activities

* This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. 

Preferred Requirements:

• A degree in turf management or related field 
• 1-3 years of experience in golf course maintenance
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Have or willingness to obtain pesticide applicator license

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary – $45,000- $50,000
• Vacation and paid holidays
• Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision) eligible after 90 days
• Life insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Employee Uniform Allowance
• Limited Golfing Privileges

About Us:

Designed and built in 1969 by renowned architect Willard Byrd, who positioned the course perfectly amid the backdrop of the stunning Smoky Mountains, our magnificent setting boasts rolling hills, beautiful wooded areas, ponds, and long fairway stretches.

In 2004, Bill Bergin successfully completed a redesign of the golf course, significantly enhancing an already outstanding layout.

Multiple tees are available for all ages and ability to navigate the eight water features and 52 strategically placed bunkers protecting our large greens, averaging 7,500 square feet.  Each set of nine holes is arranged in an out-and-back design with both the No. 9 and No. 18 holes returning to the clubhouse.  Fox Den’s signature hole No. 18, a par 5, requires 3 accurate shots to a green complex guarded by a pond on the right and bunker on the left.  Using a golf cart is not mandatory at Fox Den, and walking is always allowed on the course. 

Annual Rounds: 33,000

Please send resume to Michael Crawford- Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

michaelc@foxdencountryclub.com

Salary : $45,000 - $50,000