Deputy Head of Department / Administrative Manager | stellv. Fachdienstleitung / Abteilungsleitung für den Bereich Verwaltung (m/w/d)
Landkreis Wesermarsch der Landrat
Job Summary
This permanent leadership role involves serving as the Deputy Head of the Youth Services Department for the Wesermarsch district. You will be responsible for the day-to-day administrative operations and direct personnel management of approximately 27 employees. Your daily tasks include overseeing financial, organizational, and personnel matters, specifically managing youth welfare economic assistance and childcare supervision. You will develop budget plans, negotiate service and fee agreements, and ensure quality standards across the department. This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys a mix of strategic planning, legal compliance, and team leadership. The role offers attractive public service benefits, including flexible working hours, mobile work options, and a comprehensive health management program, all set within a scenic region near major urban centers like Bremen and Oldenburg.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration, Diploma in Public Administration (Diplom-Verwaltungswirt), or completion of the Administrative Specialist Training (Angestelltenlehrgang II).
Experience
- Ideally at least 3 years of experience in higher-level administrative service (gehobener Dienst)
- Proven leadership experience managing a team of at least 10 employees is preferred
- Professional experience in social law and youth welfare fee agreements is advantageous
- Experience in conflict management and de-escalation is preferred
Languages
Additional
- Valid driver's license is advantageous. Must meet German civil service requirements for appointment at grade A12 (NBesG) or equivalent public sector collective agreement (TVöD EG 11).