Description

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Gibson Island Club - Gibson Island, Maryland

Position Overview

Gibson Island Club is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our agronomy team at one of Maryland's most distinctive private clubs. This hands-on leadership position offers broad responsibility across multiple facilities, meaningful involvement in capital projects, and direct exposure to a comprehensive restoration of the historic C.B. Macdonald and Seth Raynor golf course in collaboration with architect Lester George. The role is ideal for a driven turf professional seeking expanded responsibility, professional growth, and experience within a high-standard private club environment.

Club Overview

Located on Maryland's Chesapeake Bay, Gibson Island Club features:
• Historic 9-hole C.B. Macdonald/Seth Raynor golf course
• Bentgrass greens with warm-season tees, approaches, fairways, and roughs
• Croquet facilities with planned construction of a new full-size court
• Skeet range
• Clubhouse lawn and pool complex with planned renovation
• "The Point" private beach facility maintained by the grounds team

The agronomy department manages a diverse property footprint extending beyond traditional golf course maintenance.

Golf Course Restoration

The Club is currently in the planning phase of a comprehensive restoration with anticipated construction beginning in 2027-2028. The project includes full bunker reconstruction, tee and fairway restoration, installation of a new irrigation system, and complete greens reconstruction. The work is being developed in collaboration with golf course architect Lester George and will restore architectural features consistent with the original Macdonald/Raynor design intent while highlighting several classic design elements associated with their work. The Assistant Superintendent will gain direct exposure to the planning and execution of this full-scale project.

Capital Improvements

• Brand-new maintenance facility under construction, anticipated completion late summer 2026
• Planned full renovation of racquets facilities
• Construction of new full-size croquet court
• Clubhouse lawn and pool complex renovation

Position Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and execution of daily maintenance operations
• Develop, lead, and mentor crew members
• Chemical applications and record keeping
• Irrigation monitoring and water management
• Equipment operation and quality control
• Assist in budgeting, inventory, and agronomic planning
• Support member events, tournaments, and capital projects

Professional Environment

The agronomy team operates in a collaborative, detail-driven environment focused on continual improvement. The Assistant Superintendent will be involved in decision-making, project coordination, and leadership development to support long-term professional growth within the industry.

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management or related field preferred
• Professional experience in golf course maintenance with increasing responsibility
• Maryland pesticide license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• High standards for course conditioning and presentation
• Experience managing bentgrass greens preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $65,000-$75000, commensurate with experience
• Health insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Professional development support
• Uniforms provided

Application Information

Please submit resume and references to:

Gar McLamb
Golf Course & Grounds Superintendent
Gibson Island Club
gmclamb@gibsonisland.com