East Lansing, Michigan
Posted: 06-Mar-26
Location: Briarcliff Manor, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $80,000 - $90,000
Salary Details:
Trump National Golf Club Westchester is seeking a motivated and team-oriented Assistant Superintendent to join our Golf Course Maintenance team. This position plays a key leadership role in daily crew management, golf course conditioning, irrigation scheduling, chemical applications, and project oversight.
The ideal candidate will be a positive leader who thrives in a structured, high-expectation environment and is eager to contribute to a well-established operation without disrupting proven procedures.
Club Highlights:
- Total Annual Rounds: 15,000 (12 outings annually)
- Total Staff: 10 full-time (22 total in season)
- Typical Work Schedule:
- In Season (April–November): 6:00am–2:30pm Monday–Friday; Assistants work every other weekend (6:00–10:00am; 1:00–4:00pm when hand watering required)
- Extended hours during aerification, chemical/fertilizer applications, heat-related hand watering, and contractor oversight
- Off Season (December–April): 7:00am–3:00pm Monday–Friday; additional hours for snow removal
- Turf Types: Bent/Poa mix (predominantly Bentgrass)
- Future Projects: Well project (7 new wells with pipe and wire routing), continued ryegrass removal from Bentgrass fairways
- Irrigation System: Rain Bird
- Equipment: John Deere (Capital Lease)
Success Traits of Individual:
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Leads by example
- Strong communicator
- Team player who can both lead and follow
- Adaptable and willing to “go with the flow”
- Respects established procedures and operational philosophy
Initial Priorities of Position:
- Lead daily morning meetings and crew start-up
- Prepare and manage job board scheduling
- Oversee crew assignments and daily workflow
- Manage paperwork and documentation
- Obtain or hold NY Pesticide Applicator License
- Apply chemicals and fertilizers safely and accurately
- Operate sprayer for roughs, natives, and fairways
- Monitor contractors and oversee end-of-day procedures
- Ensure facilities are secured and equipment fueled daily
Key Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Aptitude:
- Supervise and train maintenance staff
- Assist with hiring, discipline documentation, and performance evaluations
- Schedule irrigation and manage hand watering
- Supervise golf course setup (greens, bunkers, tees, cups)
- Assist with cultural practices (aerification, topdressing, verticutting, overseeding)
- Record chemical applications per NY DEC regulations
- Assist with inventory, purchasing, and vendor coordination
- Monitor turf health including moisture, disease, and pest activity
- Communicate daily with Superintendent and Golf Shop
- Operate mowers, tractors, sprayers, and various turf equipment
- Assist with construction and improvement projects
- Support snow removal operations
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3–7 years of golf course maintenance experience
- Associate degree in Turfgrass Management or related field (Preferred)
- Experience may offset educational requirements
- Valid New York Driver’s License
- NY Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain)
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to perform physical labor in various weather conditions
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary Range: $80,000–$90,000
- Performance Bonus
- On-Site Housing
- 2 Weeks PTO
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Continued Education & Local/National Dues
- Uniforms
- Free Meals
- Golfing Privileges
- Cell Phone Allowance
About Us:
Trump National Golf Club Westchester is a premier private golf facility located in Briarcliff Manor, New York. Our maintenance operation is built on structure, accountability, and pride in presentation. We value team-oriented individuals who take ownership of their responsibilities and strive daily to “Do Your Best.”
This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Superintendent seeking to grow within an established organization that promotes from within when advancement opportunities arise.