Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Mira Vista Country Club, in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a career-driven Assistant Superintendent to join one of the premier private club golf operations in Texas. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to work alongside a highly accomplished agronomic leadership team while helping maintain and continually improve a recently renovated championship golf course.

Following the completion of a transformative $21 million golf course renovation in 2024-2025, Mira Vista has positioned itself among the finest golf facilities in the region. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience managing elite warm-season turfgrass surfaces, leading staff, implementing agronomic programs, and contributing to future capital improvement projects.

This role is ideal for an aspiring golf course management professional seeking a clear pathway toward Golf Course Superintendent and Director of Agronomy positions.

Club Highlights:

• 2025 Maintenance Budget: $3.2 Million Operating Budget
• Total Annual Rounds: Approximately 25,000
• Total Staff: 31 Full-Time Employees
• Typical Work Schedule:
  • In Season: 60-65 hours per week
  • Out of Season: 45-50 hours per week
• Turf Types:
  • Greens: TifEagle Bermuda
  • Tees, Fairways, Approaches & Rough: TifTuf Bermuda
  • Native Areas: Coastal Bermuda
  • Shaded Tees: Zeon Zoysia
  • Fall Overseed: Par-3s and Practice Range
• Future Projects:
  • New Agronomy Facility
  • Practice Facility Renovation & Enhancement
• Irrigation System: Rain Bird IC Two-Wire System
• Equipment Fleet: Toro, John Deere, and Baroness (Combination of leased and owned equipment)
• Recent Renovation: Completed a comprehensive golf course renovation including reconstruction of all greens, tees, and bunkers, installation of a new irrigation system, drainage enhancements, lake and stream improvements, cart path modifications, and course-wide infrastructure upgrades.

• Humble and team-oriented
• Coachable with a strong desire to learn
• Passionate about the turfgrass profession
• Reliable and accountable
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Resilient under pressure
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Builds trust and credibility through actions
• Demonstrates professionalism and respect toward others

• Learn the property and golf course infrastructure
• Engage with the team and establish strong working relationships
• Learn operational processes and standards
• Become proficient with equipment and maintenance practices
• Build credibility with the maintenance team
• Establish trust with leadership and staff
• Understand agronomic programs and course conditioning goals

• Assist in planning, organizing, and supervising daily golf course maintenance operations
• Execute fertility, irrigation, plant protectant, and cultural practice programs
• Monitor and maintain championship-quality playing conditions throughout the property
• Supervise, train, and develop maintenance staff
• Lead daily assignments and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
• Assist with irrigation management and water conservation initiatives
• Participate in pesticide and fertilizer applications
• Monitor turf health and identify agronomic concerns proactively
• Assist with budgeting, inventory management, and recordkeeping
• Coordinate special projects and course improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies and environmental regulations
• Assume operational leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Director of Agronomy or Golf Course Superintendent
• Contribute to planning and implementation of future capital projects

• Direct mentorship from the Director of Agronomy and Golf Course Superintendent
• Interview preparation and mock interview simulations
• Exposure to Green Committee meetings and club governance
• Continuing education opportunities
• Local and national association involvement
• Clearly defined career development plans and advancement pathways
• Volunteer opportunities at premier golf events and championships
• Participation in budgeting, project planning, and long-term agronomic strategy

• Certificate, Associate Degree, or Bachelor's Degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field preferred
• 1-4+ years of golf course maintenance experience considered
• Additional experience may offset educational requirements
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong understanding of warm-season turfgrass management principles
• Experience with irrigation systems and water management practices preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Valid driver's license

• Salary: $60,000 - $70,000, commensurate with experience
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Continuing Education Support
• Local & National Association Dues Paid
• Uniforms Provided
• Golf Privileges
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Discounted Employee Lunches
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Annual Volunteer Opportunities at Golf Events