Section Head for Electrical and Communications Engineering | Sachgebietsleitung Elektro- und Nachrichtentechnik (m/w/d)

Staatliche Kunstakademie Düsseldorf

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 29, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This leadership role involves managing the Electrical and Communications Engineering section at the Düsseldorf Art Academy, overseeing two employees. The Section Head acts as a qualified electrical specialist, bearing central responsibility for the safe operation, maintenance, and availability of all electrical and communications systems across the academy's properties. Key daily tasks include personnel and technical leadership, ensuring compliance with DIN-VDE 0105-100 and other relevant regulations, and managing the planning, installation, and operation of power distribution, lighting, conveyance systems, and energy management improvements. The ideal candidate holds a Master Craftsman or Technician qualification in Electrical Engineering, possesses strong leadership skills, and is proficient in MS Office. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a varied role in a unique environment blending administration, art, and science.

Required Skills

Education

Master Craftsman (Meister) or Technician qualification in Electrical Engineering; A university/FH degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable qualification is desirable.

Experience

  • Professional experience as a qualified electrical specialist (DIN-VDE 0105-100 and DIN VDE 1000-10)
  • Leadership experience (leading a team of two employees)
  • Experience in complex properties of public institutions (desirable)
  • Professional experience in planning, installation, maintenance, and operation of electrical systems

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Qualified Electrical Specialist certification according to DIN VDE 1000-10; Must meet tariff and personal requirements for salary group 11 TV-L.