Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Location:

Goodyear, AZ

Facility:
Junior National Golf Club

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Reports To:

Golf Course Superintendent

Junior National Golf Club is seeking a driven, team-oriented Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our highly respected agronomy team in Goodyear, Arizona. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career turf professionals who want to grow in a culture of mentorship, hands-on learning, and upward mobility. With major capital projects underway and a new 18-hole championship golf course planned for the near future, this is an exciting time to join the team and contribute to the evolution of a storied property.

Junior National Golf Club offers a mentorship-driven, team-first culture where early-career turf professionals can truly grow. You will gain hands‑on experience at a premier facility, work alongside a supportive agronomy team, and take on meaningful responsibility from day one. With major capital improvements underway and a new championship 18‑hole golf course on the horizon, this role provides a rare opportunity to be part of an evolving property while building a strong foundation for long‑term career advancement.

• Eagerness to grow in the turfgrass industry with a commitment to professional development
• Team‑oriented mindset with a positive attitude
• Humble, coachable, and willing to take initiative
• Ability to integrate seamlessly into a high‑functioning team

• Integrate into the team and learn club standards and expectations
• Become familiar with the golf course layout and unique property features
• Learn daily course duties, golf operations, and departmental collaboration

• Assist with daily maintenance planning, crew supervision, and training
• Oversee irrigation system repairs, maintenance, scheduling, and inventory
• Assist with and execute fertilizer and pesticide applications, including calibration and record‑keeping
• Monitor and enforce safety procedures and club policies
• Maintain knowledge of turfgrass maintenance practices and equipment
• Record and report weather, irrigation, and chemical application data
• Serve as Acting Assistant Superintendent in the absence of the Assistant Superintendent

• Minimum of one (1) year of golf course experience
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, fertilization, pesticide applications, and golf course operations preferred
• Arizona pesticide license or ability to obtain within six (6) months
• Valid Arizona driver’s license
• Understanding of the game of golf and golf course etiquette
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in various conditions

• Estimated annual compensation: $55,000 – $60,000 including overtime (based on experience)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Local and national association dues
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

Outdoor work environment with a varied schedule that may include weekends and holidays as required by golf course operations.