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Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Job Location:
Job Location:
Venice, FL - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 70000 - 85000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
9 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
6 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Sarasota National Club located in Venice FL is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Assistant Golf Course Superintendent! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing toâgrow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate ofâTroon youll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.
Compensation:
$70000 - $85000 annually based on experience
About Sarasota National:
Sarasota National is currently undergoing a complete course re-design and reconstruction project. This Fry-Straka design is a bold change from the former course earth-scaping each hole and incorporating next-gen zoysia grass varieties to enhance playability while also expanding centipede grass native areas to highlight and continue our environmental stewardship mission as an Audubon Signature Sanctuary designated golf course.
This is a tremendous opportunity to gain exposure to large-scale construction with modern golf course architecture featuring a bold contemporary grassing schema from one of the most in-demand architect teams in the world.
General Purpose:
The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent oversees the maintenance and construction of the golf course and ensures that turf grass is repaired and maintained to established standards.
Essential Duties:
- Works with the Superintendent to ensure that the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans are maintained and followed.
- Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.
- Assists in the planning organizing and direction of the maintenance and construction of putting greens tees fairways roughs and bunkers.
- Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses trees and ornamental plants.
- Ensures that construction equipment is properly maintained.
- Assists in the procurement of supplies and materials and ensures costs remain within budgetary limitations.
- Keeps records of annual maintenance activities and costs and assists with the preparation of required reports.
- Follows sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors when possible.
- Reconciles and provides timely coding of all invoices payroll and other required documents.
- Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed including compliance with government regulations.
- Ensures associates obtain proper license needed to perform job tasks safely and within city state and federal regulations. Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.
- Manages department members that may include but is not limited to: Mechanic Environmental Technician Equipment Operator Foreman Greenskeeper and Irrigation Technician.
- Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing job training programs.
- Conducts periodic safety trainings and keeps appropriate records of topics and attendance.
- Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower productivity costs and other expenses.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelors degree Associates degree (AA) or equivalent from four or two-year college or technical school; three to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Degree preference in agronomy/ horticulture/plant/soil science).
Physical Demands:
- Regularly stands walks and sits.
- Regularly uses hands reaches with arms and hands talks or hears.
- Occasionally climbs balances stoops kneels crouches crawls tastes or smells.
- Regularly lifts up to 50 pounds.
- Occasionally lifts up to 100 pounds.
Environment/Noise:
- Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts fumes and/or airborne particles.
- Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.
- Noise level is moderate.
Certificates/Licenses:
- Valid Drivers License
- Pesticide Application License
Job Knowledge Skill and Ability Preferences:
- Ability to read and speak English is required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates are required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).
- Ability to read and speak Spanish is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
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.
Benefits & Other Compensation:
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits subject to applicable plan terms:
- Healthcare Benefits Medical Dental and Vision coverage.
- Retirement Benefits 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older).
- Time Off Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria.
Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms conditions and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies which may be amended at the Companys discretion.
About Troon:
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale AZ Troon is the worlds largest professional club management company that specializes in services in golf hospitality and residential communities.âWith more than 900 locations in 45 states and 27 countries Troon is a leading employer in hospitality.âGuided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic consciously kind and humbly prosperousâTroon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization.âLearn more atâ.â
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
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