Hauptamtsleiter/in (m/w/d)
Core
Leading the main administrative office of a German municipality, overseeing HR, procurement, IT, public relations, and council administration.
Role type
Senior municipal administrative manager
Builds
Municipal administrative services and council management processes
Domain
Public administration / Municipal government
Required skills
Strategic leadership, organizational development, public law knowledge, municipal law expertise, public service law knowledge, data protection compliance, digital transformation, stakeholder management, budget management, personnel planning
Preferred skills
Experience in state or municipal administration, leadership experience, training/instructor experience, AdA certificate, negotiation skills
Technologies
Word, Excel, Outlook, DMS systems, E-procurement platforms
Responsibilities
Lead the main administrative office including HR, insurance, procurement, grants, and IT; Coordinate staff and manage personnel planning; Organize city council meetings and committee work; Optimize business processes and modernize administration; Ensure data protection compliance; Provide expert advice to the administrative leadership.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC