Head of Recruitment and Development Department | Abteilungsleitung „Personalgewinnung und -entwicklung“ (m/w/d
Stadtverwaltung Aachen
Job Summary
The City of Aachen is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Recruitment and Development to lead its Personnel and Organization department. This pivotal role involves overseeing talent acquisition, employee development, and training for approximately 6,300 employees. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the city's employer brand, developing innovative strategies to combat skilled labor shortages, and adapting to evolving workforce trends. Responsibilities include leading a team of 35, driving strategic HR initiatives, optimizing departmental processes, and representing the department in key committees. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary HR professional to make a significant impact on a large public sector organization, fostering a future-oriented and family-friendly work environment.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or equivalent in Administrative Sciences (e.g., Public Management, Public Administration), Law, Business Administration, or another suitable field. Alternatively, specific civil service qualifications (Laufbahnbefähigung for Laufbahngruppe 2, second or first entry-level) or a Bachelor's/Diploma degree with specific professional experience and willingness to undergo modular qualification.
Experience
- At least two years of leadership and professional experience
- Experience in project management and handling complex processes
- Desirable: Experience in the HR sector
- Desirable: Experience with committee work
Languages
Additional
- Permanent full-time position. Open to part-time work arrangements. Willingness to participate in modular qualification if required based on previous qualifications.
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