Deputy Head of Department - Construction and Environment | Stellvertretung der Fachbereichsleitung (m/w/d) für den Fachbereich 4 - Bauen und Umwelt
Stadt Schortens
Job Summary
The City of Schortens is seeking a dedicated leader to serve as the Deputy Head of Department for Construction and Environment. In this pivotal role, you will support the department head in strategic decision-making and organizational development while directly managing the Building Administration unit. Your daily responsibilities will include overseeing urban land-use planning, drafting urban development statutes, and contributing to regional planning statements. You will also play a key role in budget planning and the preparation of committee meetings for the City Council. This position is ideal for a professional with a background in public administration who is looking to step into a leadership role. The role offers a high degree of creative freedom and professional development, supported by a commitment to work-life balance through flexible working hours and mobile work options. It is a permanent, full-time position that combines technical urban planning tasks with high-level administrative management.
Required Skills
Education
Qualification for the second entry level of career group 2 in 'General Services' (Laufbahngruppe 2, 1. Einstiegsamt) or a qualification as a Certified Administrative Manager (Verwaltungsfachwirt) with completion of the Administrative Course II (Angestelltenlehrgang II).
Experience
- Professional experience in local government administration, preferably within construction or environmental departments
- Experience in urban planning, specifically in creating land-use plans and urban development statutes
- Demonstrated interest and potential for leadership; prior management experience is preferred but not mandatory
- Experience in preparing administrative reports and participating in political committee meetings
- Proven track record in organizational coordination and structured workflow management
Languages
Additional
- Must be available for occasional evening meetings (e.g., committee and council sessions). The position is based in Schortens and is eligible for mobile work and part-time arrangements.