Senior Golf Course Superintendent – 36 Holes Foothills & Crenshaw Courses Barton
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), Austin, TX, United States
Position Overview
Barton Creek Country Club & Resort is seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Senior Golf Course Superintendent
to lead agronomic operations for two premier courses—
Fazio Foothills
and
Crenshaw Cliffside
—totaling 36 holes of championship golf.
This is a key leadership role within a nationally recognized, multi-course resort operation. The Senior Superintendent will be responsible for delivering exceptional course conditions, leading and developing team members, and executing agronomic programs that align with both private club expectations and high-volume resort play.
Key Responsibilities Agronomic Leadership
Execute comprehensive agronomic programs for 36 holes
Manage all aspects of turfgrass health, including fertility, irrigation, pest control, and cultural practices
Deliver consistent, high-quality playing conditions aligned with property standards
Monitor and adjust programs based on weather, play volume, and course conditions
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop Assistant Superintendents and crew members
Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards
Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment
Support recruiting, training, and retention of high-performing team members
Operations & Planning
Coordinate daily maintenance operations across both courses
Collaborate with the Director of Agronomy on long-term planning and capital projects
Manage budgets, labor, and resource allocation effectively
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards
Communication
Maintain strong communication with leadership, golf operations, and membership
Provide regular updates on course conditions, projects, and agronomic practices
Represent the department in meetings with ownership and club leadership
Qualifications
Minimum
5+ years of experience
as a Golf Course Superintendent or Senior Assistant at a high-end facility
Proven experience managing
championship-level golf courses
Strong knowledge of warm-season turfgrass management, particularly ultradwarf bermudagrass
Experience in
multi-course or high-volume operations
preferred
Degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field preferred
Texas pesticide applicator’s license (or ability to obtain)
Valid driver’s license
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and team development abilities
Advanced agronomic knowledge and decision-making skills
Excellent organizational and operational management skillsEffective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform under pressure and adapt to changing conditions
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Senior Golf Course Superintendent
to lead agronomic operations for two premier courses—
Fazio Foothills
and
Crenshaw Cliffside
—totaling 36 holes of championship golf.
This is a key leadership role within a nationally recognized, multi-course resort operation. The Senior Superintendent will be responsible for delivering exceptional course conditions, leading and developing team members, and executing agronomic programs that align with both private club expectations and high-volume resort play.
Key Responsibilities Agronomic Leadership
Execute comprehensive agronomic programs for 36 holes
Manage all aspects of turfgrass health, including fertility, irrigation, pest control, and cultural practices
Deliver consistent, high-quality playing conditions aligned with property standards
Monitor and adjust programs based on weather, play volume, and course conditions
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop Assistant Superintendents and crew members
Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards
Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment
Support recruiting, training, and retention of high-performing team members
Operations & Planning
Coordinate daily maintenance operations across both courses
Collaborate with the Director of Agronomy on long-term planning and capital projects
Manage budgets, labor, and resource allocation effectively
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards
Communication
Maintain strong communication with leadership, golf operations, and membership
Provide regular updates on course conditions, projects, and agronomic practices
Represent the department in meetings with ownership and club leadership
Qualifications
Minimum
5+ years of experience
as a Golf Course Superintendent or Senior Assistant at a high-end facility
Proven experience managing
championship-level golf courses
Strong knowledge of warm-season turfgrass management, particularly ultradwarf bermudagrass
Experience in
multi-course or high-volume operations
preferred
Degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field preferred
Texas pesticide applicator’s license (or ability to obtain)
Valid driver’s license
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and team development abilities
Advanced agronomic knowledge and decision-making skills
Excellent organizational and operational management skillsEffective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform under pressure and adapt to changing conditions
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