Head of Department - Municipal Development, Civil Engineering, and Transport | Leitung (m/w/d) Geschäftsbereich 3 -Gemeindeentwicklung, Tiefbau und Verkehr-
Gemeindeverwaltung Rastede
Job Summary
This leadership position involves directing the 'Business Area 3' for the Municipality of Rastede, overseeing critical infrastructure and urban planning sectors. The successful candidate will exercise both disciplinary and technical supervision over several departments, including Municipal Development (incorporating climate protection), Civil Engineering, Transport, and municipal facilities such as the building yard and sewage treatment plant. Day-to-day responsibilities involve representing the department within the administration and to political bodies, managing short- and medium-term planning, and overseeing personnel, financial, and organizational matters. This role is ideal for a professional with a background in public administration or civil engineering who possesses strong negotiation skills and a structured approach to work. The position offers the stability of the German public service (TVöD/NBesG), flexible working hours with mobile work options, and comprehensive benefits including corporate fitness and bike leasing, making it an attractive opportunity for a career in local government leadership.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (Diploma, Bachelor, or Master) in Civil Engineering (Civil Engineering and/or Urban Planning), Spatial and Environmental Planning, or a degree in Senior Public Administration. Alternatively, successful completion of the 'Angestelltenprüfung II' (Employee Examination II).
Experience
- At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role or holding technical responsibility for personnel, organizational, and budgetary matters
- Professional experience in public administration, civil engineering, or urban planning
- Demonstrated experience in independent and structured working methods
- Proven experience in negotiation and representation within political or administrative committees
Languages
Additional
- The position is permanent and available full-time or part-time. Candidates must be eligible for German public service pay scales (EG 12 TVöD or A 13 NBesG). Location is based in Rastede, Germany.