Head of Department 52 Water Ecology | Leitung des Referats 52 Gewässerökologie (m/w/d)

Landesamt für Umwelt

Mainz am Rhein, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland
Published Sep 11, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is for a dedicated and experienced professional to lead the Water Ecology Department within the State Office for Environment in Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate. You will be responsible for managing and evaluating statewide monitoring programs for the biological assessment of flowing and standing waters, conducting and evaluating ad-hoc water investigations for pollution documentation, and assessing substance and heat discharges. The position involves providing expert advice, preparing reports for ministries and licensing authorities, and collaborating in international committees. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in water ecology and limnology to contribute to environmental protection in a leadership capacity, offering a stable, full-time, and permanent position within a supportive public service environment.

Required Skills

Education

Successfully completed scientific university degree (Master or Diplom Univ. / TH / TU) in Biology, Limnology, or a comparable field.

Experience

  • Experience in leading employees (advantageous)
  • Practical experience in public procurement (advantageous)
  • Experience in inter-agency working groups and committees (advantageous)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driving license (or willingness to drive official vehicles/assistance for driving services in accordance with SGB IX) (advantageous).