Head of Organization and Human Resources | Leitung für das Referat „Organisation und Personal“ (m/w/d)
Verbandsgemeindeverwaltung
Job Summary
As the Head of Organization and Human Resources, you will lead a critical administrative department, overseeing both personnel management and general organizational operations. Your daily responsibilities will involve leading a dedicated team, managing departmental budgets, and steering recruitment, training, and health management initiatives. You will play a pivotal role in the digitalization of administrative processes and the creation of official service regulations. Beyond internal management, you will serve as a key advisor to the Mayor and support municipal bodies in legal and regulatory matters, including the preparation and execution of elections. This position is ideal for a high-level administrative professional looking to combine strategic leadership with hands-on municipal governance. It offers a stable, permanent career path with flexible working hours and significant professional development opportunities within a modern public service environment.
Required Skills
Education
Qualification for the 3rd entry level of the administrative service (formerly higher non-technical administrative service), successful completion of the Administrative Course II (Verwaltungslehrgang II), or a comparable qualification.
Experience
- Professional experience in municipal administration or a comparable public service field
- Experience in leadership or management functions is highly desirable
- Proven track record in personnel management and recruitment
- Experience in managing administrative budgets and departmental resources
- Experience in advising executive leadership or political bodies
Languages
Additional
- Must possess the legal qualifications for German public service (Verwaltungsdienst). Candidates must demonstrate high social competence and the ability to work independently in a municipal legal framework.