Director of Agronomy — Lead 36-Hole Golf Course

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Texas; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackHorse Golf Club is seeking a Director of Agronomy to lead all agronomic operations across 36 holes, with a strong emphasis on team development, capital project execution, and member satisfaction. You will manage daily turf maintenance, ensure high standards of course conditioning, and drive improvements that enhance the member and guest experience.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will collaborate with ownership and the home office agronomy team to guide long-range planning, budgeting,

Qualifications

• Class A GCSAA membership preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a superintendent or director-level role.
• 2- or 4-year degree in turfgrass management or related field.
• Successful experience managing ultra-dwarf Bermudagrass greens.
• For-profit or private/semi-private golf course experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct all golf course maintenance operations across both 18-hole courses.
• Lead, mentor, and develop superintendents and crew—building a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence.
• Drive agronomic planning, budgeting, and execution aligned with long-term club goals.
• Oversee the $2M bunker renovation project and other future capital initiatives.
• Manage irrigation systems, water usage tracking, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure accurate, efficient application and recordkeeping of fertilizers and pesticides.
• Collaborate with leadership to align agronomic priorities with member expectations.
• Implement operational systems that ensure safety, efficiency, and transparency.
• Schedule maintenance practices to optimize course conditions while minimizing disruption to play.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Team development

Mentoring

Capital project execution

Scheduling

Communication

Agronomy leadership

Golf course management

Education

Bachelor's degree in turfgrass management

Tools

MS Office

Agronomic recordkeeping tools

Job description

BlackHorse Golf Club is seeking a Director of Agronomy to lead all agronomic operations across 36 holes, with a strong emphasis on team development, capital project execution, and member satisfaction. You will manage daily turf maintenance, ensure high standards of course conditioning, and drive improvements that enhance the member and guest experience.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will collaborate with ownership and the home office agronomy team to guide long-range planning, budgeting,