ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

Stone Harbor Golf Club, Cape May Courthouse, NJ 

Posted 11/7/2022

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Stone Harbor Golf Club located in Cape May Court House, New Jersey is seeking an enthusiastic and detailed-oriented leader as their next Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.

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Why work at Stone Harbor Golf Club?

The club has embarked on a five-year restoration project designed by Golf Course Architect, Tyler Rae. Tyler’s master plan renderings for Stone Harbor have breathed new life and excitement into the golf course, which will also accelerate a candidate’s career and growth.

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Our vision for Stone Harbor combines Tyler’s skillful eye for architecture with an appreciation for the celebrated history of the original design. Along with Tyler’s master plan, we will be installing a new HDPE irrigation system. The new system is being designed by Paul Roche, who recently designed irrigation systems at Merion Golf Club and Baltusrol Golf Club.

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Stone Harbor is a highly desirable location with some of the best beaches, a clean quiet family resort community that boasts of beautiful, protected beaches, fine restaurants, an outstanding shopping district and relaxed atmosphere.

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Compensation & Benefits:

Salary: $60,000 + DOE
Housing Available
Health benefits
Relocation costs up to $2,000
Holiday bonus up to $2,000
Potential housing
One week vacation in year one, two weeks in year two
Holidays
Health, Life, Long-Term disability
Golfing privileges
Continuing education and tournament experience
Career advancement
Uniforms / Pro shop allowance

Initial Priorities of the Position:

Actively participating in the planning, scheduling, and execution of the cultural programs of the golf course within the management team.
Train and instruct equipment operators in the safe, efficient operation and care of all equipment and golf course management techniques.
Perform pesticide calibration and applications, manage drainage and irrigation projects, irrigation repairs, and programming. Empowered to make decisions and provide feedback to improve agronomic, operational, and budgetary controls.

Success Traits:

Positive attitude with a desire to progress within the industry.
Ultimate team player, and willing to do what is asked or take the initiative to lead by example
Strong communication, self-awareness, and ability to relate to others
Highly attentive to details, takes personal pride, ownership for the results of the operation

Requirements of the Position:

Applicant must have experience working on a golf course maintenance staff and a preferred 1-year management experience or 2+ years of internships
Graduate of a turfgrass certificate program or degree in turfgrass science; would consider those working towards a certificate or degree.

Application Instructions:

Please include a detailed cover letter addressed to Jay Ewan, Director of Agronomy at Stone Harbor Golf Club.
Save your materials as PDF in the following manner: (Last Name, First Name Resume), (Last Name, First Name Cover Letter)

About us:

Set on over 350 acres in the historic Cape May Court House and minutes from the South Jersey beaches and Atlantic City, the Stone Harbor Golf Club offers an unparalleled private golf club experience. The Desmond Muirhead design has evolved since its inception and has been voted one of the "Top Ten" Private Clubs in the State of New Jersey. The club consistently receives accolades for its outstanding condition and its challenging layout.

To learn more, go to https://www.stoneharborgolf.com/

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