Championship Golf Course Superintendent — Relocation Included

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Fort Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to lead maintenance, ensure championship playing conditions, and manage the agronomy team. You will translate the Director's strategy into daily work plans, supervise staff, coordinate irrigation and fertility programs, and uphold safety and regulatory standards for a PGA Tour venue.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience at private clubs or major tournaments, strong leadership, and a commitment to continuous

Qualifications

Degree or certificate in turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and progressively responsible golf course experience will be considered.
Progressive experience in golf course maintenance, including responsibility for daily course setup, turf programs, irrigation, staff supervision, and tournament preparation.
Demonstrated ability to lead, train, motivate, and hold a diverse team accountable while maintaining a respectful and safe workplace.
Strong knowledge of cool- and warm-season turfgrass management, fertility, plant-protectant applications, cultivation practices, irrigation, drainage, and moisture management.
Experience producing championship-level playing conditions at private clubs, major tournament venues, or similarly demanding golf operations preferred.
Ability to plan work, assign labor and equipment, monitor results, maintain records, and adjust priorities with changing conditions.
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including preparing Green Committee minutes and coordinating with departments, committees, and vendors.
Current pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain license within the Club’s designated timeframe.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the demands of golf course operations, including early mornings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during tournament prep and execution.
Commitment to continuing education, professional development, and active participation in golf course management.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Agronomy in developing and executing daily, weekly, and seasonal maintenance programs.
Direct and supervise daily maintenance operations, ensuring the course is prepared to high standards for members, guests, and tournaments.
Lead, train, motivate, and mentor the maintenance team while promoting a safe work environment.
Schedule daily assignments, allocate labor and equipment, and monitor timely completion and quality.
Operate turfgrass equipment and oversee safe use by the team.
Monitor turfgrass health and playing conditions across greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and other areas.
Implement approved fertility, irrigation, pest-management, mowing, cultivation, and plant-protectant programs.
Scout for pests and diseases and report findings to the Director of Agronomy.
Supervise chemical and fertilizer applications per label, policies, and regulations.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing turfgrass management.
Assist with irrigation-system operation, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance.
Promote safe work practices and OSHA compliance across the Club.
Attend Green Committee meetings and record minutes.
Support tournament operations and vendors for PGA Tour events.
Communicate conditions and upcoming events to the Director of Agronomy and other departments.
Foster accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and ongoing improvement in the Agronomy Department.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Agronomy.