Administrative Specialist, International Services (Temporary, Part-Time) | Sachbearbeitung (m/w/d) Servicestelle Internationales - befristet

Hansestadt Herford Gebietskörperschaft

Herford, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 16, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This temporary, part-time Administrative Specialist role (20.5 hours/week) within International Services focuses heavily on complex visa and residency matters. Key daily responsibilities include advising applicants, reviewing files, and making decisions regarding the extension of Schengen visas. The specialist will draft official statements in visa procedures, collaborating closely with German foreign representations, and prepare contributions for legal proceedings. Furthermore, the role involves conducting spousal interviews, verifying facts, and managing the issuance of formal commitment declarations after checking the financial solvency of guarantors. This position offers significant autonomy, professional development opportunities, flexible working models, and a supportive, collegial environment, making it an attractive opportunity for a skilled administrative professional specializing in German residency law.

Required Skills

Education

Successfully completed vocational training as an Administrative Specialist (Verwaltungsfachangestellte) or equivalent Administrative Course I.

Experience

  • Professional experience in applying legal norms and jurisprudence in the field of residency law
  • Experience in independent and solution-oriented work
  • Readiness to participate in specialized case procedures/systems
  • Physical and mental ability to participate in deportation measures and police arrests, including on weekends

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Temporary contract duration until December 31, 2026; Part-time position (20.5 hours per week); Ability to cover afternoon opening hours; Must acquire prior knowledge of core tasks for the structured interview.