Head of Administration and Deputy Director of the Youth Welfare Office | Abteilungsleiter*in Verwaltung und stellvertretende*r Amtsleiter*...

Magistrat der Stadt Gießen

Gießen, Lahn, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Mar 20, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is a high-level leadership role within the University City of Giessen, where you will manage the administrative operations of the Youth Welfare Office and serve as the Deputy Director. Your day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing various social services such as maintenance advances, legal guardianships, and economic youth welfare. You will be responsible for budget planning, financial controlling, and contract negotiations with independent youth welfare organizations. This position is unique because it combines high-level public administration with social impact, offering the chance to shape the conceptual development of the department while acting as a key advisor to municipal committees. The role is permanent and offers attractive public service benefits, including flexible working hours, mobile work options, and a job ticket for regional transport. It is ideal for an experienced administrative professional looking to lead interdisciplinary teams in a central, well-connected urban environment.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor of Arts in General Administration, Diploma in Public Administration (Diplom-Verwaltungswirt), Diploma in Law (Diplom-Jurist), or completed advanced training as a Certified Administrative Specialist (Verwaltungsfachwirt).

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience and sound knowledge in administrative work areas, preferably within a Youth Welfare Office
  • Proven experience in a leadership or management function
  • Extensive experience in business administration and financial management
  • Experience in working with political committees, associations, and institutions

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must demonstrate diversity competence and high resilience. Position is eligible for part-time arrangement even in a leadership capacity. Located in Giessen, Germany.