North Hempstead Country Club

GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT

 

North Hempstead Country Club is a private, member-owned, full-service country club located on the scenic North Shore of Long Island, with a proud heritage dating back to its founding in 1916. The 18-hole golf course—an understated gem—features A.W. Tillinghast-inspired architecture thoughtfully blended with modern enhancements. In recent years, the Club has advanced key elements of its long-term master plan, including the construction of a full-length driving range and a greatly expanded short game area, further enriching the golf experience for its members.

 

North Hempstead is a full-scale facility offering championship golf, Har-Tru tennis courts, a pool complex, multiple practice areas, and a full-service clubhouse. The Club enjoys a very active and engaged membership, a robust tournament calendar, and a strong lineup of charity and corporate outings that contribute to a dynamic, year-round operation. In spring 2026, the Club will launch Phase 5 of its multi-phase renovation plan, continuing its commitment to strategic improvements that honor tradition while elevating playability and aesthetics.

 

THE OPPORTUNITY

North Hempstead Country Club is seeking a passionate and experienced Golf Course Superintendent to lead its agronomy team into this exciting new chapter. In 2026, the Club will begin Phase 5 of its Golf Course Master Plan—a $3.5 million capital improvement project led by golf course architect Joel Weiman (Weiman Golf Design) and executed by Tilleli Golf Group. The scope includes the installation of Better Billy Bunkers with Pro Angle Sand, as well as key enhancements to bunkering, drainage, cart paths, tees, and greens—all thoughtfully designed to preserve the course’s classic character while enhancing playability, variety, and strategic interest.

 

The Superintendent will play a central role in the planning and execution of this renovation, while continuing to deliver high-caliber playing conditions through sound agronomy, modern technology, and strong team leadership. This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of a classic course while joining a progressive and supportive leadership team.

 

The Club values collaboration, transparency, and long-term relationships across its leadership structure. The Superintendent will be a key member of that team, with the full support of the General Manager, Green Committee and Board in setting strategy, building culture, and driving excellence.

Responsibilities Include

• Providing hands-on leadership of the golf course maintenance operation, including daily oversight of a team of turf professionals across all departments

• Overseeing all aspects of agronomic execution including mowing, fertility, pest control, irrigation, equipment care, and IPM strategies

• Fostering a positive team culture through recruitment, training, mentorship, and professional development

• Playing a lead role in executing Phase 5 of the Master Plan—ensuring agronomic success, construction integration, and minimal disruption to play

• Effectively managing and communicating with a predominantly Spanish-speaking staff in a respectful and inclusive environment

• Maintaining elite-level playing conditions across all surfaces, with emphasis on greens consistency, presentation, and overall performance

• Managing the annual maintenance budget and identifying cost-effective practices that support high standards

• Leading the care of cool-season turfgrasses, with a primary focus on poa annua greens and mixed-species tees and roughs

• Utilizing modern, data-informed tools such as moisture meters, clipping yield tracking, PB Coach, Pace GPS, the Coverage System for application tracking, and ABS Task Tracker for crew scheduling and task management

• Partnering with the Green Committee, General Manager, and Director of Golf to align course conditioning with Club goals and member expectations

• Collaborating with the golf professional staff to ensure proper daily setup, tournament preparation, and pace-of-play considerations

• Managing all landscaped and non-golf grounds, including clubhouse surroundings, ornamentals, walkways, and seasonal flower programs

• Maintaining winter accessibility through snow and ice management of service roads and key walkways

• Supporting the development of assistants, interns, and seasonal staff to help grow the next generation of turf professionals

• Serving as a steward of the Club’s long-term vision—balancing preservation with innovation & detail with efficiency

Qualifications

• Current Golf Course Superintendent or accomplished Assistant Superintendent with leadership experience at a private club or tournament-level facility

• Degree or certificate in agronomy, turfgrass management, horticulture, or a related field preferred

• Expertise in cool-season turfgrass management, especially poa annua, with the ability to adapt cultural practices to changing conditions

• Demonstrated success leading diverse, seasonal teams with a focus on training, retention, and culture-building

• Proficiency in irrigation management, including hands-on experience with Toro Lynx Network VP systems and HDPE piping infrastructure

• Strong financial and operational acumen, including experience managing operating budgets and capital planning

• Familiarity with turf technology tools such as moisture meters, clipping volume tracking, Coverage System, ABS Task Tracker, and related software

• Strong communicator and collaborator, able to partner effectively with leadership, golf operations, and the membership

• Experience managing full club grounds, including landscaping, tennis courts, flower beds, and snow removal

• Hands-on, proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment while staying grounded and team-focused

 

COURSE AND BUDGET OVERVIEW

• 18-hole championship course blending classic A.W. Tillinghast-inspired design with modern enhancements

• Full-service practice facilities, including a full-length driving range and expansive short game area

• Turf Profile:

o Greens: Poa Annua

o Tees: Blend of creeping bentgrass, poa annua, and perennial ryegrass

o Rough: Mix of turf-type tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass

• 3 Har-Tru tennis courts, pool complex, and landscaped clubhouse surroundings included in maintenance scope

• Annual maintenance operating budget: approximately $2.2 million

• Over $2 million in equipment (leased and owned)

• Toro Lynx Network VP irrigation system with HDPE piping and on-site fertigation capabilities

• Grounds staff: approximately 15 seasonal employees supported by a year-round team including assistant superintendents and a head equipment technician

• Phase 5 Master Plan (2026): Approved $3.5 million in capital improvements including bunker reconstruction, drainage upgrades, cart path rerouting, tee box rework, green softening, and new forward and back tees

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

North Hempstead Country Club offers a highly competitive compensation package aligned with experience and qualifications. The Club is committed to supporting the Superintendent’s personal and professional growth through the following:

• Competitive base salary

• Annual performance-based bonus

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan with employer matching

• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time

• Continuing education allowance for conferences and certifications

• GCSAA membership and local chapter dues paid by the Club

• Vehicle allowance

• Annual clothing allowance

 

 

TO APPLY

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a résumé, cover letter, and references in confidence to:

 

Dan Rogers

General Manager

Email: drogers@nhccli.com

 

Hiring timeline: We expect this to be a fast moving process and as such all applications should be submitted by August 8th.