Contra Costa Country Club of Pleasant Hill, CA is approximately 20 miles northeast of San Francisco. In 2015, the club completed an expansive golf course renovation which included new tees, greens, and bunkers, as well as re-grassing the entire course with perennial ryegrass and bentgrass greens. The club is excited to celebrate its 100th Anniversary in 2025. With its eyes focused on the future, renovations to the practice facility and maintenance facilities will start in the New Year!

Assistant Superintendents will develop an understanding for sustaining a property dedicated to turfgrass uniformity with reclaimed water in a transition zone of California. He or she will assist in staff management and training, agronomic plan development and implementation, irrigation management, and course projects/construction. This position is ideal for a recent graduate or individual looking to further develop their agronomic, managerial, and business skillsets required to advance in the industry. Contra Costa Country Club and Troon have a history of quickly developing and advancing successful team members throughout the facility and company.

Duties Include but not limited to:

Agronomic Focuses: Routinely inspects and reviews the maintenance and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants. Monitors and manages daily putting surface irrigation along 1st Assistant and Golf Course Superintendent Coordinates with Superintendent, 1st Assistant Irrigation Technicians in daily operation and maintenance of Toro Lynx Irrigation System. Performs granular and foliar application on golf course playing surfaces. Managerial Focuses: Helps to manage team members that may include, but is not limited to: Mechanics, Spray Technicians, Irrigation Technicians, Foreman, and Greenskeepers Ensures that team members properly care for and maintain equipment. Participates in administering effective orientation and training to new and current associates. Business Focuses: Assists in record keeping of maintenance activities and costs. Participates in the running of and recordkeeping of Green Committee Activities.

 

Additional Opportunities:

Continuing education opportunities with GCSAA, GCSANC, and other organizations Opportunities to volunteer and network at PGA Tour and USGA events in the region.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Pursuing or completed degree (Bachelors or AA) in Agronomy/Horticulture/Plant or Soil Science; one to three years related experience and/or training’ or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to obtain and hold a State of California Qualified Applicator Certificate within 6 months.

 

Benefits:

Paid Time Off Health, Dental, and other insurance options Association Dues (National and Local) and Education seminars paid 401k Program Meals Uniforms

 

Compensation:

Salary Range: $65,000-$80,000 depending on experience. Annual Holiday Bonus Program Relocation Expenses

 

Position Available: January 1st, 2025

 

Contact:

Steven A. Spatafore

Golf Course Superintendent

801 Golf Club Road

Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

steven@contracostacc.org