Second Assistant Superintendent

Cherokee Town and Country Club, located in Atlanta, GA, is seeking an honest, trustworthy,
hardworking individual who is innovative and has great attention to detail to join their team as an 2nd
Assistant Superintendent.

The Club has a long history of developing and preparing people to manage top facilities around the
country. This is a perfect opportunity for an individual looking to grow their career while learning from
some of the top leaders in the industry.

Success Traits of Individual:

● Cherokee has a long standing tradition of culture. We live by the motto, "What can I do?
How can I help?" Must be willing to help other employees. A portion of the GCM staff is
highly tenured and has a sense of family.
● Enjoys being a part of a highly reputable Club with a progressive history of advancing the
careers of others through training, development, innovation, and teamwork.
● Comfortable working in a high-paced environment with 48–54 team members in peak
season.
● Desires to be a part of construction and renovation work with a future Master Plan with
Architect Andrew Green, including greens, tees, fairways, irrigation, drainage
infrastructure, and bunkers.

Position Summary:

The 2nd Assistant Superintendent works with all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the golf
course. The 2nd assistant superintendent is expected to observe golf course conditions and make
suggestions. He or she should be comfortable speaking in front of large groups and can speak basic
workplace Spanish. The 2nd Assistant Superintendent is expected to interact with members
throughout the day, and always carry himself or herself in a professional manner. This person should
have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, work well in a team environment, and be determined to
succeed in the golf industry.

Club highlights:

● Maintenance staff: 48–54 in peak season
● Equipment is a mix of John Deere and Toro.
● Rainbird irrigation central and controllers
● Typical work hours: 45–55 hours with regular scheduled time off in season.
● A consistent history of advancement for our assistant superintendents in the industry.

Throughout Ken Lee's 10-year tenure as Director of Golf Course Operations, he has had the
pleasure of seeing several former Superintendents go on to achieve even greater success in larger
roles. Those individuals include:

● Rick Stafford – Golf Course Superintendent, Old Field, Bluffton SC.
● Dan Nues – Golf Course Superintendent, Country Club of Hilton Head, Hilton Head Island
SC
● Lee Dempster - Golf Course Superintendent, The Manor Golf and Country Club, Milton GA
● Larry Robinson – Golf Course Superintendent, Hoover Country Club, Hoover AL
● Kevin Noble – Golf Course Superintendent, West Haven Golf Club, Nashville TN

Before becoming Director, several former employees who worked under Ken Lee as a
Superintendent have also advanced to higher positions.

Key responsibilities, skills, aptitude, and knowledge:

● This individual works closely with the superintendent to supervise, schedule, and train a
large crew of full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees. Incorporate and enforce safe
work practices. Provide safety training for employees as directed.
● Apply fertilizers and plant protectants, including calibration sprayers and spreaders.
Record all applications and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal
regulations.
● Perform irrigation scheduling and make basic irrigation repairs.
● Execute and manage golf course improvement projects.
● Perform basic mowing tasks and cultural practices when needed.
● The ideal candidate will be able to recognize problems and have an eye for the details.

Requirements:

● 4-year Turfgrass Management Degree
● The ability to obtain a GA pesticide license within 6 months of employment.
● 1-3 years of golf course maintenance experience

Compensation and Benefits:

● $18.50-$19.50/hr, dependent on experience
● Health, vision, and dental insurance
● 401K
● Vacation
● Paid time off
● Paid holidays
● Uniforms
● Lunches
● Local dues
● Education
● Golf privileges

About Us:

Chartered in 1956, Cherokee Town and Country Club is recognized as one of America's premier
private clubs. Located in the Atlanta metro area, the club has two locations: the Town Club, which
occupies the famed Grant Estate on West Paces Ferry Road in Buckhead, and the Country Club,
which is located near the Chattahoochee River in Sandy Springs.

The membership enjoys world-class amenities, including golf, dining, paddle sports, fitness, and
aquatics. The excellence of these facilities, combined with a commitment to the highest standards in
member services, has brought the club an extraordinary number of honors and awards throughout
the years.