| The Club at Spruce Peak is seeking a qualified applicant for the position of second assistant superintendent at The Mountain Course. The primary role of this position is to work directly with the first assistant superintendent in day to day maintenance and management of the golf course. The Mountain Course is associated with Stowe Country Club as part of the 36-hole golf offering at The Club at Spruce Peak. Both golf courses are managed under the leadership of the Director of Agronomy. The Director of Agronomy makes recommendations and develops plans for daily operation, but on course decisions will be left primarily to the first and second assistant superintendents. The second assistant needs to be proficient in timely decision making, multi-tasking, crew leadership and knowledge of golf maintenance practices. The second assistant superintendent will be required to assist and/or lead project work including drainage, irrigation, construction, etc. The two assistants will share responsibilities in managing the crew, job assignment, agronomic and cultural practices, chemical/fertilizer applications, and water management. Preference will be given to those that exhibit strong leadership traits and effective communication skills. The Mountain Course is a private resort golf club designed by Bob Cupp, opened in 2007. Bob Cupp was quoted “Once every few decades, a spectacular sight for golf appears. Such is the case at the foot of Mount Mansfield in Vermont.” The club sees approximately 7,000 rounds annually. A-4 bentgrass greens built to USGA specifications, L-93 bentgrass fairways, fescue/bluegrass tees. Central Toro Lynx irrigation control. The golf course is situated throughout the mountainous terrain of northern Vermont, making it a very unique growing environment for turf. The Mountain Course was the first in Vermont and third in New England to achieve certification in the Audubon International Signature Sanctuary program. Stowe, VT is a mecca of outdoor activity. World class mountain biking, hiking/climbing, skiing, and golfing exist in our backyard. |
