Head of Department 2: Hydrology and Coastal Protection Preparatory Works | Leitung des Geschäftsbereiches 2 (m/w/d) „Gewässerkunde, Vorarbeiten Küstenschutz“

Ministerium für Energiewende, Landwirtschaft,Umwelt,Natur u.Digitalisierung des Landes S-H

Husum, Nordsee, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Jun 18, 2025

Job Summary

This leadership role involves overseeing Department 2, focusing on hydrology and preparatory works for coastal protection within the Schleswig-Holstein State Agency for Coastal Protection, National Park, and Marine Conservation (LKN.SH) in Husum. The successful candidate will lead a team of approximately 70 employees across three specialized areas: conceptual planning, analysis, and information systems; hydrology, measurement, and observation services; and surveying, topography, and morphology. Key responsibilities include coordinating these departments, steering operational tasks related to data collection and analysis, managing research in coastal engineering, and leading project groups on fundamental issues. This position is ideal for an experienced leader with a strong background in water management and coastal engineering, offering the opportunity to contribute to critical environmental protection efforts in a state-level agency.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Engineering, preferably Civil Engineering with a focus on Hydraulic Engineering/Water Management/Coastal Engineering (Dipl.-Ing TU or Master) OR eligibility for career path group 2, second entry-level in technical services.

Experience

  • At least 2 years of professional experience in leading organizational units
  • At least 3 years of professional experience in water management or coastal protection

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Must possess a Class B driving license (formerly Class 3).