Policy Advisor for Soil, Contaminated Sites, and Groundwater Management | Referentin / Referent (m/w/d) „Boden, Altlasten, Grundwasserschutz und Grundwasserbewirtschaftung
Ministerium für Energiewende, Landwirtschaft,Umwelt,Natur u. Digitalisierung des Landes S-H
Job Summary
This role within the Ministry for Energy Transition, Climate Protection, Environment and Nature (MEKUN) in Schleswig-Holstein focuses on the sustainable management and protection of groundwater and soil resources. As part of an interdisciplinary team, the successful candidate will lead a statewide analysis of water demand and supply, integrating hydrogeological data with climate scenarios. Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating stocktaking efforts, developing water demand forecasts, and steering pilot projects for regional water concepts. The position involves high-level strategic work, such as drafting legal statements for legislative processes and implementing EU directives like the Water Framework and Nitrate Directives. This is a unique opportunity to shape the environmental future of a 'water-rich' state, offering the stability of public service (A13/A14 or E13/E14) alongside modern benefits like mobile working, flexible hours, and comprehensive health management. It is ideal for professionals passionate about climate adaptation and resource conservation.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or University Diploma in Geosciences, Geology, Hydrology, Water Management, or a comparable technical-natural science degree. Alternatively, eligibility for the 'Higher Technical Service' (Laufbahngruppe 2, 2. Einstiegsamt) in Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering (Water Management).
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in the geoscientific or water management sector.
- Professional experience in hydrogeology is highly preferred.
- Experience in the coordination of interdisciplinary projects.
- Professional experience within public administration is desirable.
- Experience in determining water balances, supply, and demand.
Languages
Additional
- Valid Class B driver's license is desirable. The position is located in Schleswig-Holstein and is open to both full-time and part-time applicants.
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