The Personnel Board of Jefferson County
Golf Course Greens Superintendent - City of Bessemer
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County, Bessemer, Alabama, us, 35021
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TARGET CLOSE DATE: 12/31/2025
PAY GRADE: Grade 27
TYPE: Full time
JOB SUMMARY: 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.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The of City of Bessemer provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is presented below:
City of Bessemer: $60,944 - $94,556
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: Option A: Driver's license.
Pesticide Applicator's License (Ornamental & Turf Pest Control - Custodial).
Associate's degree or higher in one of the following areas: Turf Grass Maintenance, Agronomy, Plant/Soil Science, Horticulture, Landscaping.
Option B: Driver's license.
Pesticide Applicator's License (Ornamental & Turf Pest Control - Custodial).
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. Experience maintaining Bermuda Grass greens.
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job involves moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of lifting, carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and walking. May involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed both within employer-owned facilities such as a golf course maintenance workshop and outdoors at worksites in and around the golf course. Work may involve using hand tools, power tools, and golf course maintenance equipment such as tractors, mowers, sprayers, etc. May be exposed to inclement weather conditions, such as extreme hot or cold temperatures, or other potentially hazardous conditions such as working with pesticides and herbicides.
EEO STATEMENT: The Personnel Board of Jefferson Countyprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agencyoperate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website. ACCOMMODATION: To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at accommodationrequest@pbjcal.org or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process. NOTE: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply. DISCLAIMER: This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.
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Welcome to JobsQuest! JobsQuest is the gateway to civil service employment in the Merit System of Jefferson County, Alabama. The Merit System is comprised of approximately 8,000 employees in over 800 different kinds of jobs throughout 18 cities and five county-wide agencies within Jefferson County. JobsQuest is administered by The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (PBJC).
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TARGET CLOSE DATE: 12/31/2025
PAY GRADE: Grade 27
TYPE: Full time
JOB SUMMARY: 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.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The of City of Bessemer provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is presented below:
City of Bessemer: $60,944 - $94,556
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: Option A: Driver's license.
Pesticide Applicator's License (Ornamental & Turf Pest Control - Custodial).
Associate's degree or higher in one of the following areas: Turf Grass Maintenance, Agronomy, Plant/Soil Science, Horticulture, Landscaping.
Option B: Driver's license.
Pesticide Applicator's License (Ornamental & Turf Pest Control - Custodial).
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. Experience maintaining Bermuda Grass greens.
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job involves moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of lifting, carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and walking. May involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed both within employer-owned facilities such as a golf course maintenance workshop and outdoors at worksites in and around the golf course. Work may involve using hand tools, power tools, and golf course maintenance equipment such as tractors, mowers, sprayers, etc. May be exposed to inclement weather conditions, such as extreme hot or cold temperatures, or other potentially hazardous conditions such as working with pesticides and herbicides.
EEO STATEMENT: The Personnel Board of Jefferson Countyprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agencyoperate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website. ACCOMMODATION: To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at accommodationrequest@pbjcal.org or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process. NOTE: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply. DISCLAIMER: This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.
About Us
Welcome to JobsQuest! JobsQuest is the gateway to civil service employment in the Merit System of Jefferson County, Alabama. The Merit System is comprised of approximately 8,000 employees in over 800 different kinds of jobs throughout 18 cities and five county-wide agencies within Jefferson County. JobsQuest is administered by The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (PBJC).
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