Posted: 20-Oct-25
Location: Leesburg, Virginia
Type: Full Time
Salary: $70,000- $75,000
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Elevate Your Career at a Premier 45-Hole Private Club
Are you a motivated turfgrass professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career at a high-end private golf club? The Golf Club at Lansdowne is seeking an Assistant Superintendent who is passionate about championship-level course conditioning, team leadership, and professional development.
Why Lansdowne?
Located in scenic Loudoun County, VA, our 45-hole private club is attached to a luxury 4-star resort and continues to grow with over 700+ members. Our courses include:
- Robert Trent Jones II Course (1989) – A classic parkland-style course with Bent/Poa sand-based greens, Meyer Zoysia fairways, and Penncross tees, featuring elevated greens, strategic bunkering, and stunning views of the Potomac River.
- Greg Norman Championship Course (2004) – A modern links-style design with A1-A4 Bentgrass sand-based greens, Penn Trio fairways and tees, dramatic elevation changes, deep-faced bunkers, and risk-reward for shot making.
- Sharkbite (9-hole course) – A family-friendly yet challenging layout designed to sharpen short-game skills and introduce new players to the game.
Agronomic Complexity & Challenges
- Varied Turfgrass Management – Working with multiple turf varieties (Bentgrass, Poa, Zoysia, and Bermuda) across different microclimates and soil conditions.
- Mid-Atlantic Transition Zone – Managing cool-season turf in one of the most challenging agronomic regions in the U.S.
- Irrigation & Drainage Management – Operating two advanced irrigation systems (Toro Lynx & Rain Bird Nimbus II) across 485 acres, along with subsurface drainage and moisture management strategies.
- Pest & Disease Management – Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach to combat Dollar Spot, Summer Patch, and Bentgrass Decline.
State-of-the-Art Equipment & Facilities
- New lease equipment packages every two years.
- Flowtronex MCI Pump Station for advanced irrigation efficiency.
- Cart path repair projects to enhance playability and aesthetics.
- Laser grading of tees for superior consistency and performance.
- SOX pond erosion control projects to protect and restore critical areas.
- Fleet of modern equipment – Including GPS-guided sprayers and advanced moisture meters.
- On-Site Agronomy Facilities – Large maintenance building with a dedicated chemical storage/mixing area, equipment repair shop, and staff training room.
- Use of Technology – Precision turf management through GPS mapping, drone imagery, and moisture sensors.
Work-Life Balance
We value our team’s dedication and provide a structured schedule that allows for professional growth while maintaining a balanced lifestyle:
- Rotating weekend schedule to ensure time for personal and professional development.
- Time off for industry events and educational opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
We want someone who is:
A great communicator – able to lead and motivate a team.
Career-driven – looking to grow into a Superintendent role.
Eager to learn – open to new agronomic practices and innovations.
Detail-oriented – committed to high standards of course conditioning.
Highly motivated – proactive and able to take initiative.
Capital Improvement Projects – Resume-Building Opportunities
Lansdowne is investing in significant capital improvements, providing an unmatched experience in major golf course renovations:
- Forebay Reconstruction (Winter 2025)
- SOX Erosion Repair (Winter 2025)
- Continuation of Master Drainage Plan (Winter 2025)
- Bunker Alterations for RTJ II Course (Winter 2025)
- RTJ Irrigation System Replacement (August 2026)
- SGA Renovation (Summer 2026)
Join Our Team!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your golf course maintenance career and want to be part of a dynamic team at a prestigious club, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
As an Assistant Superintendent, you won’t be limited to just one course—you’ll gain diverse experience across all three courses while working closely with the Director of Agronomy and Superintendents. Your responsibilities will include:
- Daily course maintenance & playability enhancements.
- Team leadership – training, developing, and managing staff.
- Moisture management & turf health strategies.
- Cultural practices and pesticide/fertilizer applications.
- Project management – contributing to future capital improvements.