2nd Assistant Superintendent – Oakland HILLS CLUB

Oakland Hills Country Club is seeking passionate individuals ready to launch or accelerate their careers in the golf industry. Whether you are a young professional breaking into the field or an experienced individual looking to leverage one of the most respected brands in championship golf, this is a rare opportunity to be part of a transformative era.

Following one of the most significant golf course transformations of this century, Oakland Hills is entering a new chapter defined by competitive excellence, elite infrastructure, and long-term investment in people.

The club opened this new era with the
2024 U.S. Junior Amateur
and will host seven additional USGA championships over the next 27 years. A state-of-the-art maintenance facility opened in 2025, with a new clubhouse set to open in Spring 2026. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to be at the forefront of meaningful change.

• 2031 U.S. Women’s Open
• 2034 U.S. Open
• 2042 U.S. Women’s Open
• 2051 U.S. Open

Oakland Hills has a strong track record of promoting team members into Golf Course Superintendent and senior management roles across the country. This is a true career accelerator with a culture built on internal development.

As stewards of championship golf, Oakland Hills honors the traditions and legacy of the game while preparing for its future.

Work alongside leading industry partners and innovators, including:

• Rain Bird
• Toro
• Hanse Design
• Golf Water
• Leibold Irrigation
• Labar Golf Course Construction

Be involved in infrastructure and master planning projects including the Gil Hanse restoration of the Donald Ross North Course and the development of a new maintenance facility.

• Scholarships (up to $20,000 awarded last year)
• Certificate programs
• Continuing education opportunities
• Oakland Hills invests in its people with intention.

• Passion for the golf industry and respect for championship tradition
• High standards and attention to detail
• Adaptability to weather, events, and agronomic demands
• Growth mindset
• Team-first mentality

• Integrate into daily operations across 36 holes
• Develop elite agronomic skill sets including:
  • Water management
  • Fertilizer and chemical applications
  • Irrigation diagnostics and repair
  • Championship course setup
  • Team leadership
• Gain exposure to all facets of a top-20 agronomy program

• Certificate, associate’s, or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Golf course experience is a plus
• Passion for the industry and desire to advance professionally
• Motivated, team-oriented, and committed to excellence
• $65,000 – $80,000
• Volunteer opportunities with the PGA Tour, USGA, and PGA of America
• Industry networking and leadership exposure
• Leadership and management training
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Health and dental benefits
• Clothing allowance

Founded in 1916 with Walter Hagen as the first club professional, Oakland Hills is a 36-hole Donald Ross private club that has hosted 17 major championships. Legends such as Gary Player, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Ben Hogan have competed here—Hogan famously nicknamed the South Course “The Monster.”

Recently restored by Gil Hanse, Jim Wagner, and Caveman Construction, the South Course returned to Donald Ross’ original vision and rapidly rose in world rankings following its 2021 debut.

• Complete reseeding of short grass with 007/777/L93-XD and Flagstick bent grasses
• Better Billy Bunker liners
• Rain Bird 2-wire irrigation system with Watertronics pump station