Director of Administration and Human Resources | Haupt- und Personalamtsleitung (m/w/d)
Gemeindevorstand Ludwigsau
Job Summary
This leadership role involves directing the 'Central & Citizen Services' department within a German local government setting. As the Director of Administration and HR, you will be responsible for the strategic management and coordination of municipal operations, including organizational development, process optimization, and the implementation of quality standards. Your day-to-day activities will include advising the Mayor and local committees on legal and constitutional matters, managing labor law issues, and overseeing the preparation and execution of all elections. Additionally, you will lead the HR management function, ensuring workplace safety and occupational health standards are met. This position is particularly attractive for those seeking a secure, permanent public service career with high levels of autonomy, flexible working hours to support work-life balance, and the opportunity to shape municipal policy and urban partnerships. It offers a modern workplace with benefits such as bicycle leasing and professional development opportunities.
Required Skills
Education
Completed degree in Higher Administrative Service (gehobener Verwaltungsdienst) or a comparable professional qualification.
Experience
- Several years of leadership experience specifically in human resources and personnel work
- Professional experience in solving complex, cross-departmental administrative tasks
- Proven experience in organizational development and workflow optimization
- Experience in providing professional advice to political committees or executive leadership
- Knowledge of municipal administrative and personnel structures is highly desirable
Languages
Additional
- Must be eligible for employment as a public servant (Beamter) or salaried employee under TVöD (VKA) / HBesG. Position requires residency or ability to work in Ludwigsau, Germany.