What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE - ASSISTANT GOLF SUPERINTENDENT position at Columbia Association?
Columbia Association, headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, is known for engaging our diverse community, cultivating a unique sense of place, and enhancing the quality of life in Columbia, Maryland, all thanks to the efforts of our remarkable team members. If you share in our passion for teamwork and our vision, we want you to fast-forward your career with us at Columbia Association.
MAINTENANCE - ASSISTANT GOLF SUPERINTENDENT
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent – Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club (Columbia, MD)
Columbia Association | Full-Time | Excellent Benefits
Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club, a premier 18-hole championship facility located in the heart of Columbia, Maryland, is seeking a motivated and career-minded Assistant Superintendent to join our dynamic agronomy team. This is a unique opportunity to grow your career with Columbia Association, an organization known for its strong support of work-life balance, employee development, and community well-being.
About the Course:
Hobbit’s Glen is consistently rated among the top public golf courses in Maryland. With recent renovations including USGA-spec putting greens, updated bunkering, and a beautiful clubhouse, the course offers outstanding playing conditions and an exceptional experience for both members and staff.
Position Overview:
The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent and the General Manager of Golf Maintenance to ensure the highest standards in turf maintenance, agronomy practices, and course presentation. This hands-on role involves leadership, staff training, daily planning, and execution of all aspects of golf course maintenance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a new assistant superintendent looking to launch their career in the golf industry. We also strongly encourage students currently enrolled in a turf grass program—or those looking to begin one—to apply. Columbia Association offers tuition assistance to support your continued education, making this an ideal position for someone eager to learn while gaining valuable, high-level experience on the course.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in planning and executing daily maintenance operations
Supervise and train crew members on best management practices
Monitor course conditions and participate in scouting for pests, diseases, and turf stress
Participate in irrigation operation, troubleshooting, and repair
Apply fertilizers and pesticides as needed, maintaining proper record-keeping
Help ensure a safe, organized, and productive working environment
Qualifications:
2- or 4-year degree in Turf grass Management or related field preferred
Minimum 2 years of golf course maintenance experience
Maryland Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 6 months
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Team-first mindset and willingness to grow into a leadership role
What You Get With Columbia Association:
Why Columbia?
Located between Baltimore and Washington, Columbia is a vibrant, diverse, and award-winning community that consistently ranks among the best places to live in the United States. You'll work in a region that values green space, environmental stewardship, and inclusive community design.
Working at Columbia Association means more than just a job—it’s a career within a values-driven organization focused on community, sustainability, and employee wellness.
The pay range for this position is $23.30 to $27.00. The actual pay rate offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant for the position and the amount budgeted for the role. CA offers a positive, fun work environment and a generous benefits package. Part-time benefits include a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/Perks and some paid leave. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/perks and paid leave.
Apply today and grow your career in golf course management with Columbia Association at Hobbit’s Glen—where tradition, innovation, and work-life balance come together.
Columbia Association is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. EOE/ADA. We encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our organization. Over and above non-discrimination, CA’s mission includes engaging our diverse community and meeting the evolving needs of a dynamic and inclusive community. That’swhy we welcome folks of diverse or marginalized backgrounds and abilities to apply to become part of the CA team.
MAINTENANCE - ASSISTANT GOLF SUPERINTENDENT
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent – Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club (Columbia, MD)
Columbia Association | Full-Time | Excellent Benefits
Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club, a premier 18-hole championship facility located in the heart of Columbia, Maryland, is seeking a motivated and career-minded Assistant Superintendent to join our dynamic agronomy team. This is a unique opportunity to grow your career with Columbia Association, an organization known for its strong support of work-life balance, employee development, and community well-being.
About the Course:
Hobbit’s Glen is consistently rated among the top public golf courses in Maryland. With recent renovations including USGA-spec putting greens, updated bunkering, and a beautiful clubhouse, the course offers outstanding playing conditions and an exceptional experience for both members and staff.
Position Overview:
The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent and the General Manager of Golf Maintenance to ensure the highest standards in turf maintenance, agronomy practices, and course presentation. This hands-on role involves leadership, staff training, daily planning, and execution of all aspects of golf course maintenance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a new assistant superintendent looking to launch their career in the golf industry. We also strongly encourage students currently enrolled in a turf grass program—or those looking to begin one—to apply. Columbia Association offers tuition assistance to support your continued education, making this an ideal position for someone eager to learn while gaining valuable, high-level experience on the course.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in planning and executing daily maintenance operations
Supervise and train crew members on best management practices
Monitor course conditions and participate in scouting for pests, diseases, and turf stress
Participate in irrigation operation, troubleshooting, and repair
Apply fertilizers and pesticides as needed, maintaining proper record-keeping
Help ensure a safe, organized, and productive working environment
Qualifications:
2- or 4-year degree in Turf grass Management or related field preferred
Minimum 2 years of golf course maintenance experience
Maryland Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 6 months
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Team-first mindset and willingness to grow into a leadership role
What You Get With Columbia Association:
Why Columbia?
Located between Baltimore and Washington, Columbia is a vibrant, diverse, and award-winning community that consistently ranks among the best places to live in the United States. You'll work in a region that values green space, environmental stewardship, and inclusive community design.
Working at Columbia Association means more than just a job—it’s a career within a values-driven organization focused on community, sustainability, and employee wellness.
The pay range for this position is $23.30 to $27.00. The actual pay rate offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant for the position and the amount budgeted for the role. CA offers a positive, fun work environment and a generous benefits package. Part-time benefits include a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/Perks and some paid leave. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/perks and paid leave.
Apply today and grow your career in golf course management with Columbia Association at Hobbit’s Glen—where tradition, innovation, and work-life balance come together.
Columbia Association is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. EOE/ADA. We encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our organization. Over and above non-discrimination, CA’s mission includes engaging our diverse community and meeting the evolving needs of a dynamic and inclusive community. That’swhy we welcome folks of diverse or marginalized backgrounds and abilities to apply to become part of the CA team.
Salary : $23 - $27
