Head of Human Resources | Leitung (m/w/d) für die Personalabteilung

Stadt Bad Harzburg

Bad Harzburg, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Apr 27, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As the Head of Human Resources for the City of Bad Harzburg, you will lead a team of eight employees, managing the entire department's operations. Your daily responsibilities include overseeing personnel cost budgeting, strategic workforce planning, and developing initiatives for talent acquisition and retention. You will act as a key advisor on HR-related matters, including reintegration programs, while maintaining collaborative relationships with the staff council and equality representatives. This role is ideal for a public administration professional who thrives in a service-oriented environment, possesses strong negotiation skills, and is eager to drive digitalization within a municipal setting. The position offers a stable, structured environment within the public sector, emphasizing long-term employee development and a strong commitment to work-life balance.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Public Administration, Administrative Sciences, Administrative Economics, or Administrative Business Management; OR completed training as an Administrative Specialist (Verwaltungsfachangestellter) with a successful completion of the 'Angestelltenlehrgang II' certification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in human resources management (desirable)
  • Experience in public sector personnel representation law (desirable)
  • Experience with HR management software systems (desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must hold a degree equivalent to German standards if acquired abroad; full-time position (39 hours/week) not suitable for part-time; valid for a two-year fixed term.