Championship Golf Superintendent | Relocation Available

BoardRoom magazine; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to lead daily maintenance, conditioning, and tournament prep for its championship course. This role reports to the Director of Agronomy and requires hands-on leadership, staff development, safety, and clear communication with club departments and PGA Tour events.

Ideal candidates possess turfgrass management expertise, irrigation and fertility program implementation, pesticide licensing, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field preferred or equivalent
• Progressive experience in golf course maintenance with responsibility for daily course setup, turf programs, irrigation, staff supervision, and tournament preparation
• Ability to lead, train, motivate, and maintain a safe, respectful workplace
• Knowledge of cool- and warm-season turfgrass management, fertility, plant-protectant applications, irrigation, drainage, and moisture management
• Experience delivering championship-level playing conditions at a private club or major tournament venue
• Ability to plan work, assign labor/equipment, monitor results, maintain records, and adjust priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication to coordinate with departments, committees, and vendors
• Current pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain in Texas
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during tournaments
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Agronomy in developing and executing daily, weekly, and seasonal maintenance programs
• Direct and supervise daily maintenance operations to meet the highest standards for members, guests, and tournaments
• Lead, train, and mentor the maintenance team and promote a safe, professional work environment
• Schedule assignments, allocate labor and equipment, and monitor timely completion and quality
• Operate turfgrass equipment and ensure safe use by the team
• Monitor turfgrass health and playing conditions across greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers
• Implement fertility, irrigation, pest-management, mowing, cultivation, and plant-protectant programs
• Scout for insects, disease, weeds, and other turf-health concerns and report findings to the Director
• Oversee chemical and fertilizer applications per labels, policies, and regulations
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing turfgrass management and chemical applications
• Assist with irrigation-system operation, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance
• Promote safe work practices and OSHA compliance
• Attend Green Committee meetings and record minutes
• Support tournament operations and PGA Tour events
• Communicate with the Director and other departments about course conditions and events
• Help develop a culture of accountability and continuous improvement in the Agronomy Department
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Staff supervision

Irrigation

Turfgrass management

Communication skills

Pesticide license

Time management

Safety compliance

Education

Degree or certificate in turfgrass management or related field

Job description

Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to lead daily maintenance, conditioning, and tournament prep for its championship course. This role reports to the Director of Agronomy and requires hands-on leadership, staff development, safety, and clear communication with club departments and PGA Tour events.

Ideal candidates possess turfgrass management expertise, irrigation and fertility program implementation, pesticide licensing, and a commitment to