Head of Waste Management Department | Abteilungsleitung (m/w/d)
Landkreis Görlitz Hauptamt - SG Personal
Job Summary
This leadership role involves managing and steering the Waste Management Department for the Görlitz District Office in Niesky. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic, conceptual, and economic development of public waste management services, including the calculation of waste fees and the implementation of waste management concepts. Day-to-day duties involve leading a team of specialists, managing contracts, drafting resolutions for the district council, and representing the district in legal proceedings related to waste law. The position is particularly attractive due to its high level of responsibility in environmental public service, offering flexible working hours, mobile work options, and a secure permanent contract within the German public sector (TVöD/A12). It combines administrative expertise with environmental strategy and public relations, making it a multifaceted role for an experienced administrative professional.
Required Skills
Education
Degree in Public Administration (Dipl.-Verwaltungswirt (FH) / Bachelor of Laws), or a University degree in Environmental Studies with knowledge of administrative law, or advanced professional training (AL II / Verwaltungsbetriebswirt (VWA)).
Experience
- Professional experience in public administration or environmental management
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience if qualifying via advanced training (AL II / VWA)
- Experience in personnel leadership and staff development
- Experience in administrative law and environmental regulations
- Proven track record in problem-solving and conceptual development
Languages
Additional
- Must be eligible for the German higher intermediate administrative service (Laufbahngruppe 2, Einstiegsebene 1). Position initially subject to a one-year probationary leadership period per § 31 TVöD. Minimum 32 hours per week for part-time applicants.
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