Biologist for the Lower Nature Conservation Authority | Biologe/-in Untere Naturschutzbehörde (m/w/d)

Landeshauptstadt Stuttgart Haupt- und Personalamt

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Nov 27, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This is a unique, part-time, fixed-term opportunity (until September 2027) within the Environmental Protection Office of the City of Stuttgart, focusing on local nature conservation. The successful candidate, ideally a Biologist or Landscape Ecologist, will be responsible for preparing expert opinions and species protection assessments for construction projects and public sector initiatives. Key duties include developing conservation concepts for protected areas and implementing NATURA 2000 tasks, such as coordinating efforts across city departments and managing specific habitat types. The role involves significant public relations, expert consultation for other departments, and managing external contracts for inventory surveys. This position requires strong expertise in ecology, conservation law, and the willingness to conduct frequent field visits, sometimes outside of standard working hours, making it ideal for a dedicated conservation professional.

Required Skills

Education

Scientific university degree (Master/Diploma) in Biology, Landscape Ecology, Biodiversity and Nature Conservation, Agricultural Sciences, or a comparable course of study with an ecological focus. Foreign degrees require state recognition in Germany.

Experience

  • Professional experience in preparing expert opinions and species protection assessments
  • Experience in developing conservation concepts for protected areas and biotopes
  • Experience in implementing NATURA 2000 tasks (ideal)
  • Experience with specialist applications of the State Nature Conservation Administration (ideal)
  • Proven knowledge of species in several animal and plant groups (ideal)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Driver's license Class B required; Willingness to conduct frequent field appointments and attend events in the evenings or on weekends; Requires a state recognition in Germany for foreign degrees.