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Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

City Of St. Joseph

Job Location:

Saint Joseph, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 12 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 9 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
DEPARTMENT: Parks Recreation & Civic Facilities
DIVISION: Fairview Golf Course
SALARY: Negotiable
CLOSING: Until Filled

Job Summary/Scope
Assists the Golf Course Superintendent in directing and managing the technical work associated with the care maintenance playing conditions and daily operation of the golf the absence of the Superintendent the Assistant assumes responsibility for daily operations staff scheduling and course preparation. This position actively participates in chemical/fertilizer applications irrigation management and equipment operation.

Supervisory Responsibility
Assists the Superintendent in leading scheduling and supervising maintenance staff. Responsible for fostering a productive team environment by coaching training guiding and evaluating crew members in proper turf management practices and safe equipment operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Schedules assigns and supervises daily tasks for the maintenance crew to ensure optimal playing conditions.
Monitors turf health soil moisture levels and pest pressures; reports findings directly to the Superintendent to help determine agronomic treatments.
Calibrates mixes and safely applies fertilizers and pesticides in compliance with local state and federal regulations; maintains accurate application logs.
Operates troubleshoots and repairs the golf course irrigation system including heads valves controllers and piping.
Performs routine course setup duties including cutting cups setting tee markers and monitoring playing surfaces.
Trains staff on the safe and proper operation of all golf course equipment and implements safety protocols.
Assists in overseeing special projects such as drainage installation sodding and landscape renovations.
Maintains a clean organized and safe maintenance facility and chemical storage area.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Assists with routine equipment maintenance and grinding/sharpening of mowers when needed.
Performs general course cleanup debris removal and hand-watering as environmental conditions dictate.
Fulfills other duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent or department leadership.

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include but are not limited to being communicative informative fair honest and respectful.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the tools methods and practices used in professional turfgrass management.
Knowledge of safe chemical and fertilizer handling mixing calibration and application techniques.
Familiarity with standard golf course irrigation system operations and troubleshooting.
Ability to effectively lead schedule motivate and direct a diverse seasonal crew.
Strong communication skills with the ability to maintain positive working relationships with staff management and the public.
Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing weather conditions and operational priorities.

Material and Equipment Directly Used
Uses a variety of vehicles and turf equipment ranging from trucks utility vehicles tractors specialty mowers and related golf course maintenance and construction equipment. Hand tools including manual and electric. Office equipment such as a computer modern turf management/irrigation software a telephone a hand radio and a calculator.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
This work requires the regular exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing walking bending and reaching with hands and arms. Frequently requires operating machinery in outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat cold and rain. Occasional climbing balancing stooping and repetitive motions are required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management Agronomy Horticulture or a closely related field preferred.
Two to three years of progressive experience in golf course maintenance preferred with demonstrated leadership or crew leader experience.
Must possess a valid drivers license.
Possession of a Commercial Pesticide Applicators License (Ornamental and Turf) or the ability to acquire one within six months of employment.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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