Birmingham, Alabama
Posted: 10-Jun-25
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Type: Full Time
Salary: $60,944 - $94,556
The Golf Course Greens Superintendent is responsible for the overall maintenance, care, and appearance of the Frank House Golf Course in Bessemer, Alabama. This role oversees turf management practices, irrigation systems, and pest control while ensuring optimal playing conditions. The Golf Course Greens Superintendent manages groundskeeping staff, plans and implements agronomic programs, and maintains compliance with environmental regulations. Strong leadership, technical knowledge of turfgrass science, and attention to detail are essential for maintaining course quality and enhancing the golfer experience. The Golf Course Greens Superintendent reports directly to the Head Golf Professional.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:
Option A:
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Driver's license.
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Pesticide Applicator's License (Ornamental & Turf Pest Control - Custodial).
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Associate's degree or higher in one of the following areas: Turf Grass Maintenance, Agronomy, Plant/Soil Science, Horticulture, Landscaping.
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Option B:
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Driver's license.
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Pesticide Applicator's License (Ornamental & Turf Pest Control - Custodial).
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Work experience maintaining maintenance facilities, equipment, and golf course grounds as a Greens Superintendent or Assistant Greens Superintendent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by the City of Bessemer. These qualifications may be considered by Bessemer when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes.
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Experience maintaining Bermuda Grass greens.
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:
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Serves as a key liaison between the maintenance team and other departments by providing regular updates on course conditions, coordinating maintenance around scheduled events, and addressing guest concerns to enhance the overall golf experience.
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Oversees the care, maintenance, and safe operation of all golf course maintenance equipment by establishing preventative maintenance schedules, coordinating repairs, and organizing and maintaining an inventory of supplies and parts to support daily and seasonal maintenance tasks.
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Oversees and directs the care and maintenance of all turfgrass and landscaped areas on and around the course using advanced agronomic practices and modern equipment to ensure optimal playing conditions, aesthetic appeal, and long-term turf health.
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Ensures that all maintenance practices comply with environmental regulations and industry standards, particularly in relation to chemical applications, water conservation, and wildlife management, while promoting sustainable turf care practices and maintaining accurate documentation for audits and inspections.
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Monitors weather patterns and responds swiftly to adverse conditions such as drought, heavy rain, storms, or frost by planning and implementing recovery strategies to minimize damage, maintain safety, and restore course playability with minimal disruption to operations.
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Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.