Golf Course Superintendent

The Tournament Course

The Tournament Course at the Golf Club of Houston served as the proud host
of the PGA Tour’s Houston Open from 2006 through 2019.
Designed by Rees Jones and David Toms, it combines many unique
architectural features and offered challenges that tested the best players in
the world when we hosted the Houston Open. Today, members and the
general public alike are able to play the course and it remains highly ranked in
the state of Texas for public golf courses.

Overview:

Reporting to the Director of Agronomy, this position assists with
the operation of the golf course operation and maintenance activities
including: turf grass/plant material maintenance programs, property/asset
management, personnel management, budget/forecasting, financial
management, member relations, scheduling/maintenance of irrigation
systems, pesticide applications, related recordings, and compliance of
regulatory issues. The Superintendent works to create an environment where
staff is involved and enthusiastic, with open communications and respect for
themselves, members, guests and the property.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all phases of Golf Maintenance and Agronomic
  operations, cost control, and personnel.
• Works closely with, advises, and coordinates with the Director of
  Agronomy on any issues related to golf course maintenance.
• Directs and participates in the construction and maintenance of the
  grounds.
• Administers and enforces member / guest rules, regulations and policies
  for staff.
• Works closely with the Director of Agronomy to operate the facility
  maintenance in a fiscally responsible and professional manner.
• Assists with hiring and training staff to include helping to maintain
  training and performance documentation
• Ensures irrigation systems are operational, ensures repairs are made as
  well as irrigation duties are being performed to keep the courses up to
  standard
• Oversees and performs general maintenance including but not limited
  to: mowing, raking, blowing, mulching, sod work, aerification and set up
• Supervises 20 or more employees assigning duties
• Reviews direct reports
• Monitors labor expenses to budget
• Ensures employees are trained in safe work procedures and work is
  performed in a safe manner by providing technical, operational and
  safety training for employees to ensure that staff is working within
  OSHA, club safety, state and federal guidelines for safe working
  conditions.
• Assists with special projects and performs other duties as assigned