Head of Urban Planning Department | Stadtplanerin / Stadtplaners als Sachgebietsleitung für den Bereich Stadtplanung Vollzeit / (m/w/d)

Stadt Syke

Syke, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Sep 24, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

The City of Syke is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to lead its Urban Planning Department. In this full-time, permanent role, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of urban and regional planning, including guiding and controlling tasks, ensuring economic efficiency, and leading a team of employees. Day-to-day activities involve comprehensive project management for urban development initiatives, preparing urban development statutes, and managing urban renewal and rural development procedures. You will also play a key role in administrative tasks, providing expert advice to property owners, developers, and architects on planning law, and preparing statements for building inquiries and applications. This position offers a challenging and varied work environment, the opportunity to shape urban development, and requires participation in evening and weekend meetings, making it ideal for a proactive and committed leader.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Diplom or Master) in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Spatial Planning, Urban Development, or Urban Design, preferably with a focus on Urban and Regional Planning.

Experience

  • Experience in leading employees (desirable)
  • Professional experience with laws, statutes, and regulations
  • Experience in urban development funding and rural development

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license.