Description

Medinah Country Club, located approximately 25 miles west of downtown Chicago, is seeking a motivated and team-oriented Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join an elite agronomy team, contribute to daily championship conditioning, and play an integral role in preparing for the upcoming Presidents Cup. This is an opportunity for a motivated turf professional to grow, lead, and develop within one of America's most distinguished golf environments.

Founded in 1924 by a group of Shriners, the club has evolved into a world-renowned destination celebrated for championship golf, architectural heritage, and ongoing innovation.

The club features three 18-hole championship courses:

• Course #1 - redesigned by Tom Doak in 2013
• Course #2 - restored with the original design intent of Tom Bendelow
• Course #3 - redesigned in 2023 by OCM Golf, host to numerous major championships and international events

Medinah has hosted some of golf's most prestigious tournaments, including the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, and the Ryder Cup, most famously the 2012 "Miracle at Medinah" comeback. The club will host the Presidents Cup, becoming the only club in the world to host all four marquee events.

Club Highlights:

• 2025 Maintenance Budget: $7M
• Capital Budget: $2.5M
• Total Annual Rounds: 60,000 (including 12 outings)
• Total Staff: ~20 off-season, ~100 in-season
• Typical Work Schedule:
  
  • In-Season: 12 days on / 2 days off, overtime expected
  • Off-Season: 5 days on / 2 days off + rotating snow duty
• Turf Types:
  
  • Greens/Tees/Fairways: Bentgrass
  • Rough: Bluegrass/Rye/Fescue
  • Feature Rough: Fescue
• Future Projects:
  
  • Bunker renovation on Course 2
  • Buildout and restoration work for the 2026 Presidents Cup
• Irrigation System: Toro x 2 and Rain Bird
• Equipment: Purchased, non-brand-specific

Success Traits of the Individual:

• Collaborative and team-focused work style
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire for continuous learning and professional development
• Ability to excel in a high-expectation, championship environment
• Reliability, initiative, and positive attitude

Initial Priorities of the Position:

• Support all agronomic and operational preparations for the Presidents Cup
• Learn and integrate into Medinah's agronomic standards and workflow
• Assist in daily operations, moisture management, crew leadership, and project execution
• Maintain championship-level turf quality across all course surfaces

Key Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Aptitude:

• Assist in the execution of daily golf course maintenance and tournament conditioning
• Lead, train, and supervise staff, interns, and AITs
• Perform chemical and fertilizer applications
• Maintain irrigation practices including hand-watering and troubleshooting
• Participate in agronomic data collection and recordkeeping
• Operate and care for a wide variety of equipment
• Support ongoing and upcoming capital projects and renovations
• Promote safety, communication, and team culture
• Uphold club standards and core values

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of golf course maintenance experience
• Required education: Certificate, Associate, or bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field
• Candidates without the required education may be considered with equivalent experience
• Illinois pesticide license (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Leadership ability, strong communication skills
• Experience at high-end private clubs preferred

Compensation & Benefits:

• $25-$27/hour OR approx. $80,000 annually, depending on experience
• Housing allowance (off-site)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO/vacation
• Short-term disability
• Continued education + local & national association dues
• Uniforms
• Free meals
• Golfing privileges
• Strong internal promotion and professional development support

About Us:

Medinah Country Club operates on three guiding core values:

1. We take care of each other.
2. We take care of our members and guests.
3. We have fun doing it.

Combining tradition, resources, innovation, and major-tournament pedigree, Medinah provides one of the most dynamic and rewarding agronomy environments in the country.