Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Rochester Golf & Country Club
Rochester, Minnesota

Position Overview

Rochester Golf & Country Club (RGCC) is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent who prioritizes team development and employee well-being, brings a strong passion for golf and agronomy, and desires to be part of a club with a vision to grow into one of Minnesota’s premier clubs.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, foster a positive and collaborative culture, and show exceptional attention to agronomic detail while actively engaging with the maintenance team.

Club Highlights

• Golf Course Architects: A.W. Tillinghast, Tom Doak (2018 renovation)

• Annual Rounds: Approximately 19,000 (April–November)

• Annual Grounds Budget: $1.1 million

Turfgrass Information

• Greens: 007 XL Bentgrass

• Fairways: 007 XL Bentgrass

• Tees: Dominant Extreme Bentgrass

Infrastructure & Equipment

• Irrigation System: Installed 2018

  • Toro Infinity sprinklers

  • HDPE piping

• Toro Lynx 2-wire system

• Equipment Fleet: Toro and John Deere (combination of owned and leased)

Maintenance Team

• 4 full-time staff

• 15–20 seasonal employees

Educational Requirements

• 2- or 4-year degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or a related field

• Minnesota Pesticide Applicator’s License or ability to obtain within 90 days

Experience Requirements

• Previous golf course maintenance experience required

• Ability to thrive in a multi-assistant superintendent environment

• Strong leadership and team-oriented mindset

• Positive attitude with excellent communication skills

• Ability to safely and effectively apply chemical and fertilizer treatments

• Strong understanding of golf course setup and daily conditioning standards

• Experience with hand watering to maintain high-level playing conditions

Special Requirements

• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times

• Assist with planning, training, and directing the maintenance staff

• Ability to safely perform snow removal operations as required

• Proficiency with computer hardware and software related to:

  • Irrigation systems

  • Equipment management

  • Golf course maintenance operations

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $60,000 – $75,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

• Paid Time Off (vacation and sick leave)

• 401(k) participation

• Uniforms provided

• Daily lunch provided

• GCSAA and regional conference attendance

• National and local professional association dues covered

Additional Information

• Position Available: January 22

• Overtime: No

Application Instructions

Please email your resume to:
lbraun@rgcc.org