The city of Mönchengladbach presents a diverse and dynamic environment. As the largest city on the left Lower Rhine, we offer a home to over 272,000 people of varying cultures, languages, and religions. Our city administration is committed to supporting residents, addressing current and future challenges, and enhancing the quality of life in Mönchengladbach.

We are looking for a motivated Department Head of Business Affairs to join us at the earliest possible date, offering an unlimited contract.

Salary is based on pay group E 12 TVöD-V or, for existing civil servant relationships, A 13 1. Entry Level LBesG NRW.

Tasks - What to Expect

• Leadership – Manage the department, overlook personnel responsibilities, and guide both the strategic and operational direction.
• Strategic Planning – Organize the focus areas for team inspections and guide both external investigations and internal administrative procedures.
• Conflict Resolution – Engage in complex cases and strive for solutions that are satisfactory to both the administration and the citizens involved.
• Concept Development – Continuously improve work processes and frameworks through conceptual and structural guidelines.
• Community Collaboration – Work with the police and customs under the communal safety partnership banner.
• Communication & Cooperation – Maintain cooperative relationships with other departments and authorities, representing the department in all relevant arenas.

Profile - What You Bring

• Qualification for the second entry level in non-technical administration or a completed administrative course II. Alternatively,
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent with a focus on administrative, legal, or economic sciences as well as related educational content, plus a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience or two years in public administration roles.

Additionally, preferred qualifications include:

• Independent, structured, and efficient work ethic
• Team motivation and support skills
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Decisive and pragmatic in goal-oriented approaches
• Experience in commercial law
• Management experience

Benefits - What We Offer

• Job Security and Career Prospects – Key position in public service with professional perspectives.
• Flexibility – Working hours account, flexitime from 6:30 am to 8:00 pm without core time, 30 leave days per year, plus Dec 24 and Dec 31 off, option for remote work.
• Health Management – Includes preventative and advisory services through pme family service and company sport.
• Work-Life Balance – Customized working hours and support with childcare options.
• Equality and Diversity – Bias-free work environment.
• Career Development – Personalized personnel development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative Atmosphere – Active involvement in change processes and positive feedback culture.
• Community Events – Fostering a collaborative atmosphere through staff events.
• Financial Benefits – In addition to tariff remuneration: annual bonus, performance entitlement, and employer-funded pension.
• Discounts – Germany ticket (for tariff employees), corporate and prime benefits.

Notes

Equal opportunities, diversity, and the ability to balance family, leisure, and professional life are integral to our corporate culture. We welcome your application regardless of age, gender, cultural or social background, religion, belief, disability, or sexual identity.

Required qualifications and competencies will be evaluated through current, qualified employment certificates or assessments, so kindly include relevant documents with your application.

The full-time weekly working hours are 39 for tariff employment and 41 with a civil service relationship. Part-time work is possible if compatible with business operations.

This position includes field service duties, and there is a preference for using a private vehicle for business purposes, if available.

Next Steps:

Visit our career page (www.stadt.mg/wirmachenmg) for more information on how to join the Mönchengladbach city administration.

Have questions about the job? Contact Martin Meinhardt (Tel. 02161 25-6240) from the Ordnungsamt for specific or job-related questions. To explore your future workplace, arrange a meeting with Martin Meinhardt. For application process inquiries, please contact Carolin Schmidt (Tel. 02161 25-3036) from HR.

If our job offer aligns with your aspirations, apply online by March 30, 2026 at www.stadt.mg/karriere (Reference number 32.02-1489).

We look forward to your application!