The First Assistant Superintendent reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. This position requires formal education (2 or 4 year turf grass degree) and work experience.  Under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent, the First Assistant Superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of golf course greens, tees, fairways and cart paths; supervises the maintenance, operation and repair of golf course equipment, and related work as required. The First Assistant Superintendent may serve in the Golf Course Superintendents capacity during his/her absence.

Typical Functions but not limited too:

• Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; ensure proper course setup 
• Schedules work and supervises the employees and the use of equipment; operation and care of mowing and other equipment
• Chemical & Fertilizer applications; calibrates chemical/fertiliizer application equipment; supervises and participates in the operation of pumping stations, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
• Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety, personnel discipline and may also modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.
• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most effective utilization of workers and equipment; to prepare clear and concise reports; to maintain effective employee and member relations.

• Requires a valid driver’s license
• Requires current Oklahoma certification as a pesticide applicator or ability to obtain one in 3 months
• The First Assistant Superintendent is expected to participate in continuing education programs to further his/her knowledge of golf course maintenance.