Description

Jupiter Hills Club is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join the Agronomy Leadership Team at our 36-hole facility in Tequesta, Florida.

We are seeking a motivated leader who is passionate about producing world-class conditions and developing people. The successful candidate will primarily support operations on the Village Course while collaborating across Jupiter Hills' 36-hole operation and contributing to preparation for the 2027 USGA Mid-Amateur Championship and the club's anticipated 2028 Village Course renovation.

This is a hands-on leadership position requiring both technical expertise and the ability to motivate, develop, and inspire a diverse team toward a common goal. The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in their work, embraces responsibility, and aspires to become a Golf Course Superintendent.

Jupiter Hills values authentic leadership, intentional communication, and a culture of accountability. Team members are expected to lead by example, take ownership of their responsibilities, and contribute positively to the development of those around them.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily management of golf course maintenance operations across Jupiter Hills' 36-hole facility.
• Lead, train, and develop team members while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in all aspects of championship turfgrass management including fertility programs, plant protectants, cultural practices, and integrated pest management.
• Assist with irrigation management, moisture management programs, and precision water application strategies.
• Support spray operations including inventory management, calibration, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate daily assignments and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to club standards.
• Assist in producing the firm, fast playing conditions that have become synonymous with the Jupiter Hills golf experience.
• Utilize modern agronomic technologies and performance analytics to support decision making and resource allocation.
• Assist in planning and execution of capital improvement projects and long-range facility initiatives.
• Maintain the highest standards of workplace safety and employee development.

Professional Development

At Jupiter Hills, developing future superintendents is a core value of our department.

The successful candidate will gain meaningful exposure to:

• Budget development and financial management.
• Leadership and personnel management.
• Championship preparation and tournament operations.
• Construction, renovation, grow-in planning, and execution.
• Irrigation system management and water resource strategy.
• Precision turf management technologies, performance analytics, and data-driven decision making.
• Committee interaction and private club governance.
• Long-range planning and capital project execution.

Preparation for the 2027 USGA Mid-Amateur Championship and participation in the club's anticipated 2028 Village Course renovation will provide exposure to opportunities rarely experienced within the same stage of a superintendent's career. The successful candidate will be positioned to contribute to renovation planning, construction preparation, and grow-in strategies associated with the Village Course project.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of management experience at a high-quality facility preferred.
• Florida experience is beneficial but not required.
• Valid pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and modern golf course management software.
• Desire to advance within the profession and pursue a superintendent role.