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.

Success Traits of the Individual:

• 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

Initial Priorities of the Position:

• 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

Key Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Aptitude:

• 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

Professional Development & Career Growth:

Mira Vista Country Club is committed to developing future industry leaders through:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Compensation & Benefits:

• 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

About Us:

Mira Vista Country Club is one of Fort Worth's premier private country clubs, featuring an 18-hole championship golf course originally designed by renowned architect Tom Weiskopf. In 2024-2025, the club completed a transformative $21 million golf course renovation led by Andy Staples that reimagined the entire 150-acre property.

The renovation included reconstruction of all greens, tees, and bunkers, installation of a new Rain Bird IC two-wire irrigation system, a new pump station, extensive drainage improvements, and significant infrastructure enhancements designed to improve long-term playability, sustainability, and maintenance efficiency.

Today, Mira Vista manages approximately 3 acres of TifEagle ultradwarf Bermuda greens, 75 acres of TifTuf Bermuda playing surfaces, and 35 acres of native coastal Bermuda, providing an exceptional environment for turfgrass professionals seeking to advance their careers.

Mira Vista Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a professional, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment dedicated to excellence in golf course management.