What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Assistant Superintendent Golf position at Sunriver Resort?
Overview
Be a part of the Top 100 Companies to Work for in Oregon 2025! The 2nd Assistant Superintendent is responsible for assisting in the implementation of all aspects of the daily operation including, but not limited to direct supervision of all greenkeepers and landscapers. They will provide motivation and leadership to ensure the successful operation of the golf course. The 2nd Assistant Superintendent will assist in maintaining the AAA Four Diamond Standards.
The 2nd Assistant Superintendent will conduct themselves in a manner which supports the Core Values of Sunriver Resort: Trust, Commitment, and Open & Honest Communication. They shall strive to provide exceptional service to both internal and external guests at all times and for exemplifying the Sunriver Resort Culture as well as promoting Sunriver Resort as both the Destination and Employer of Choice!
Responsibilities
- Assists in the implementation of all aspects of the daily operation, including, but not limited to, direct supervision of all greenkeepers and landscapers
- Assists in the daily operation and repair of the irrigation system
- Assists in the training and operation of all pieces of equipment with safety being the highest of priorities
- Participates in the implementation of the Hazardous Communications Program
- Operates any piece of equipment as required
- Participates in all aspects of direct supervision for all mowers, trap maintenance people and landscapers
- Assists in proper record keeping
- Supervises crew during absence of Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent (includes weekends & holidays when applicable)
- Assists in implementation of projects and using the assigned crew to finish projects in a timely manner
- Properly mows greens and tees
- Operates tractors, using specific attachments, to till, cultivate, and grade new turf areas
- Assists with landscaping; planting, cultivating, pruning, care of plants, shrubs and trees on golf course
- Responsible for bunker maintenance
- Repairs divots throughout course
- Rakes sand traps
- Complies with all Sunriver Resort’s policies, procedures and safety regulations
- Maintains a strong knowledge of emergency procedures
- Attends appropriate resort, division and department meetings
- Provides general resort information for guests
- Offers warm and sincere welcome/farewell for all guests of Sunriver Resort including use of guest name when possible & good eye contact with each guest
- Interacts with resort staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments when necessary
- Always maintains a professional demeanor and attitude
- Communicates all pertinent information to the golf maintenance team
Qualifications
- High school education or equivalent required
- Three to five years of appropriate schooling, experience or training in golf course maintenance preferred
- Strong golf course background with experience in all phases of turf management program required
- Experience with and the ability to operate specialized golf course turf management equipment required
- Prior Four or Five Diamond experience preferred
- Must have a valid Oregon drivers license and meet company driving standards
