Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

OVERVIEW: Metairie Country Club is a premiere private club located in Metairie, LA, just west of the cultural mecca that is New Orleans. The club was founded in 1922 on the heels of “The Great War.” Designed by Seth Raynor, the club has just completed a significant restoration project under the guidance of architect Brian Silva that included new short grass playing surfaces, new bunkers, new irrigation, and improved drainage. The grass varieties include TifEagle greens, TifGrand approaches, Latitude 36 tees and fairways and Tifway 419 rough. The most prominent feature of the course is our putting surfaces. Every famous Raynor green template was implemented by Mr. Silva, and they will certainly become the trademark of the club. The greens, surrounds and proximity of the greens to the next tee boxes really give Metairie a true old school, classic feel that is customary with Raynor designs. Our course reopened on December 10, 2021, and our team has since been hard at work trying to provide the championship conditions the design demands.

Metairie Country Club is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent (AGCS) to help elevate the quality of its golf course, lead a diverse and hardworking team, and serve the membership with professionalism, dedication, and loyalty. The ideal candidate is self-driven, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking, with a strong passion for turfgrass management and team leadership.

Position Summary

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Director of Agronomy and Golf Course Superintendent and plays a key role in the daily maintenance, long-term planning, and overall presentation of the golf course and its facilities.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist in planning, supervising, and executing all aspects of maintaining:

• Playing surfaces
• Natural areas
• Course landscaping

in alignment with the Director of Agronomy’s agronomic vision.

Lead, train, and develop a skilled and motivated golf course maintenance team with a focus on:

• Equipment operation
• Departmental policies
• Safety standards

Supervise and perform fertilizer and pesticide applications, including proper calibration of application equipment.

Monitor, maintain, service, and schedule irrigation system operations in coordination with the Golf Course Superintendent.

Maintain accurate records for:

• Fertilizer and pesticide applications
• Labor tracking and reporting

Effectively communicate expectations, goals, and feedback to all golf maintenance staff.

Monitor and manage greens moisture levels throughout the day.

Encourage and accept feedback from staff to improve:

• Efficiency
• Equipment usage
• Policies and procedures

Provide operational input and recommendations to the Director of Agronomy.

The candidate must be physically and mentally capable of performing all job duties, including but not limited to:

• Standing, walking, bending, lifting, and operating equipment for extended periods
• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Managing weekend crews on an every-other-weekend schedule
• Overseeing daily moisture management and overall course conditions
• Making sound, educated decisions independently
• Successfully passing a criminal background check

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a 2- or 4-year Turfgrass Management program from an accredited institution
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, a Louisiana Department of Agriculture Category 3 Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $65,000–$70,000 annually (DOE)
• Uniform allowance
• Paid national and regional association dues
• Expenses covered for meetings, seminars, and continuing education
• Golfing privileges

Benefits After Probationary Period

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) eligibility after 6 months of employment
• Paid holidays

RESUME SUBMISSION

• Please submit resumes and/or portfolios via email to Monica Wood, Director of Human Resources, at Sign in to view email.