Assistant Superintendent Sunnybrook Golf Club

Sunnybrook Golf Club, established in 1914, is looking for an Assistant Superintendent to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will assist in daily golf course operations, showcasing championship-level setup. You will be responsible for applying plant protectants and fertilizers with precision, maintaining a Rain Bird 2-wire irrigation system, leading a team of 15-20 staff members, and promoting a strong team culture. With recent renovations completed and upcoming projects in the pipeline, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking club dedicated to continuous improvement. The Assistant Superintendent role requires a positive attitude, professionalism, strong work ethic, and the ability to be proactive, dependable, adaptable, and eager to grow. If you are passionate about turfgrass management and delivering exceptional playing conditions, we invite you to join us at Sunnybrook Golf Club.

• Minimum one year as an Assistant Superintendent (preferred)
• Pennsylvania pesticide applicator license (or ability to obtain within 3 months)
• Knowledge and passion for the game of golf
• Ability to communicate in Spanish (preferred)
• Certificate, Associates, or Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management or related field

About Sunnybrook Golf Club

Incorporated in 1914, Sunnybrook was organized by six “crusaders” who defected from the Philadelphia Cricket Club in 1913. These six gentlemen were Samuel Y. Heebner, William Findlay Brown, George C. Thomas, Charles T. Cowperthwait, James A. Janney, Jr. and Joseph S. Clark. The charter for the club was finally procured March 7, 1914, and the Donald Ross designed course opened on Decoration Day, 1915. The old farmhouse located north of the beautiful 13th green served as the original clubhouse. One of the founders commented at this time, “never in our lives was a more congenial and convivial band of sports gathered on frequent occasions for merry parties.” A new and larger clubhouse was opened on Decoration Day, 1928. There followed many years of pleasant experiences at the same location. In 1954, a combination of circumstances (not the least of which was the impending new Route 309 which obliterated the famous 5th green) caused the club to seek a new location. A beautiful 135-acre site was found – the old William Disston farm, which was purchased in December 1954. The new course was designed by William Gordon and his son David. Earlier in his career, William had supervised …