Assistant Golf Superintendent

Property Description:

The Course at Sewanee is a highly acclaimed, historic public golf facility owned by the University of the South. Located atop the scenic Cumberland Plateau in Sewanee, Tennessee, the property seamlessly blends rugged mountain terrain with elite golf architecture.

Property & Design Overview

• The Layout: It is a historic 9-hole layout originally built in 1915. In 2013, renowned golf architect Gil Hanse (designer of the 2016 Olympic Golf Course) completely reimagined the green complexes, bunkers, and alternate tees while leaving the original mule-and-football-team-plowed routing intact. A comprehensive bunker renovation project further enhanced the course.
• The 18-Hole Dynamic: While it consists of 9 physical holes, it features distinct alternate tees and changing yardages/pars for the back nine. This design allows golfers to play two varied loops of nine for a complete 18-hole experience (e.g., Hole #1 plays as a par-4, but returns as Hole #10 playing as a par-5).
• Terrain & Scenery: Sitting at an elevation of roughly 2,500 feet, the course features prominent undulations, dramatic sidehill lies, deep bunkers, and stunning infinity greens that look out over drop-offs and mountain vistas. [6, 7]

Key Property Features

• Hole #5 (“The Edge”): The course’s signature hole, featuring a dramatic reshaped tee and striking views of the plateau’s delicate ecosystem.
• Infinity Greens: Multiple holes (such as the par-3 3rd) play directly toward cliff edges, providing jaw-dropping panoramic views of the valley below.
• On-Site Accommodations: The course is complemented by The Sewanee Inn, a 43-room upscale boutique hotel located directly on the grounds, alongside a dedicated golf lodge for events.
• Dining: Visitors can dine at Green’s View Grill, a fast-casual restaurant located adjacent to the course that overlooks the Appalachian landscape

Accolades & Recognition

The property is widely considered one of the premium public and collegiate courses in the United States:

• Ranked #2 Public-Access Golf Course in Tennessee (Golfweek).
• Ranked #9 best nine-hole course in the U.S. and #18 in the world (Golf.com).
• Ranked #10 Greatest College Golf Course in America (Golf Digest).

 Position Summary:

Responsible for all activities related to the care and maintenance of the golf course, grounds, and equipment.  Assists the Superintendent with planning and implementing budget and operating plans.  Hires, trains and supervises staff.  Responsibilities also include applying relevant landscaping, horticultural principles to assure that quality standards are consistently achieved and/or exceeded.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of the annual maintenance budget and operating plan. Implement the plan according to Company operating policies and procedures to ensure cost containment.
• Plan and implement staffing schedules to ensure quality standards are achieved at minimum employee cost.
• Supervise and perform various maintenance duties to maintain the golf course in proper playing condition according to Company standards.
• Supervise then development and maintenance of drainage, irrigation, pumping and water reservoir systems.
• Supervise all planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, and trees on the golf course and grounds. Assist with the development and implementation of a fertilizer, aeration and Integrated Pest Management program for proper turf grass and plant care.
• Supervise course construction projects.
• Supervise equipment maintenance and repair operations. Establish and implement a cleaning and preventative maintenance program for appropriate equipment, tools, vehicles, etc.
• Ensure maintenance of all appropriate quality and cleanliness standards including, but not limited to, employee hygiene and uniforms, equipment repair areas, equipment storage areas, chemical and fertilizer storage areas, receiving areas, washing areas, lunch room areas, restrooms, etc.
• Monitor the purchase ordering and receiving program to maintain proper inventories of supplies and ensure proper quantity and price on all purchases.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, OSHA rules and regulations, relating to chemical and fertilizer storage and disposal, employee safety, public safety, etc.
• Manage employment activities for applicable staff members, including but not limited to, personnel recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, training, compensation, discipline and termination, etc.
• Maintain accurate records for pertaining to department activities including, but not limited to, labor schedules, course maintenance, construction activities, equipment repair, safety meetings and activities, fertilizer and chemical applications and pest control practices. Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required operational, financial, budgetary and related reports.
• Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations.
• Perform other duties as appropriate.

 Qualifications:

• College Degree Required
• 3 years of golf course maintenance, supervisory and/or management experience.
• Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of budget development, fiscal management, strategic planning, staff management.
• Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.
• Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.

 Supervises:

Maintenance Foreman; Spray Tech; Irrigation Specialist; Equipment Operators; Equipment Tech; Laborers

Classification:

Full-time, Non-Seasonal, Salaried, Exempt

KemperSports Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer