Head of IT Department | Fachbereichsleitung IT (m/w/d)

Gemeinde Gräfelfing

Gräfelfing, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Feb 20, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

The Municipality of Gräfelfing is seeking a Head of IT Department to lead and coordinate technical operations for a modern, growing administration near Munich. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring a stable and secure IT infrastructure, covering networks, servers, clients, and cloud services. Your day-to-day will involve managing IT security, technical data protection, and maintaining structured documentation. You will act as a technical consultant for various municipal departments, supporting digital transformation projects and managing software licenses and user permissions. This position is unique for its blend of technical leadership and public service impact, offering the opportunity to actively shape the digitalization of a community. The role is attractive due to its high degree of creative freedom, flexible working hours with home office options, and a comprehensive benefits package including a Munich metropolitan allowance and performance-based bonuses.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Administrative Informatics, Business Informatics, Computer Science, or a completed IT vocational training qualification with relevant professional experience.

Experience

  • Professional experience in IT infrastructure, network, and server administration
  • Leadership experience in a professional IT environment
  • Professional experience within the public sector (Öffentlicher Dienst)
  • Several years of professional experience in IT operations if applying with a vocational qualification instead of a degree

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • The position is located in Gräfelfing (Munich district). Candidates must be able to participate in interviews scheduled for calendar weeks 12/13. The role is full-time but eligible for part-time job-sharing arrangements.