Head of Human Resources and Organization | Fachbereichsleitung Personal und Organisation (m/w/d)

Stadtverwaltung Leverkusen

Leverkusen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Mar 16, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This high-level leadership role involves directing the Human Resources and Organizational Department for the City of Leverkusen. As the strategic lead, you will manage approximately 130 interdisciplinary staff members and serve as a key advisor to the Mayor on all personnel and organizational matters. The position is central to modernizing the city administration, requiring a visionary leader to drive change management, organizational development, and sustainable HR practices. You will represent the department in political committees and external bodies, ensuring the long-term efficiency of the administration. This role is particularly attractive for those seeking a permanent, high-impact position in the public sector with significant responsibility, offering a competitive civil service grade (A16/B2) or equivalent non-tariff compensation, alongside flexible working models and comprehensive benefits.

Required Skills

Education

Qualification for career group 2.2 (German civil service) OR a University Degree (Diploma or Master) in Administrative Sciences, Law, Human Resources Management, or a related field.

Experience

  • Several years of professional and leadership experience in Human Resources and Organization within the public sector
  • Proven expertise in leading a personnel department or comparable organizational units
  • Extensive experience in strategic HR management and decision-making in complex environments
  • Experience in organizational development and managing change projects is highly desirable

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Must be eligible for German civil service grades A16/B2 or equivalent non-tariff (AT) conditions. The role is based in Leverkusen and requires representation in local political committees.