Etat du canton de Fribourg
Rechthalten, CH
Head of the 2nd Forestry District 80-100%
- 28 August 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Rechthalten, CH
Job summary
Join the Amt für Wald und Natur as a Forstkreis leader. Enjoy a modern work environment and attractive conditions.
Tasks
- Lead the 2nd Forstkreis in a strategic and organizational capacity.
- Promote sustainable development and protection of forests.
- Coordinate biodiversity enhancement measures effectively.
Skills
- Diploma as a forest engineer or equivalent experience required.
- Strong leadership and team communication abilities essential.
- Proficient with GIS and project management tools.
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About the job
Head of the 2nd Forestry District
Rechthalten, CH, Sense, CH
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employing authority / Department / Institution
The Office for Forest and Nature (WNA) is responsible for the management and preservation of forests, biotopes, the landscape, the protection and promotion of flora and fauna, the prevention and protection against natural hazards, as well as the training of forestry professionals. It has a territorial presence in all regions of the Canton of Fribourg. The various tasks are coordinated at the headquarters, with implementation carried out in the forestry districts and in the supervisory areas of the gamekeepers.
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The employer, the State, promotes the compatibility of work and private life and offers its employees a modern working environment and attractive working conditions. Learn more on the following page .
Your tasks
- You lead the 2nd forestry district professionally, organisationally and strategically
- You are committed to the protection, preservation and sustainable development of forests
- You actively participate in the management of protective forests
- You plan, coordinate and accompany measures to promote biodiversity
- You support the further development of multifunctional and future-oriented forest management
Desired profile
- You preferably hold a diploma as a forestry engineer ETH/FH or an equivalent qualification
- You bring personnel management skills and have experience in a leadership position
- You have strong team and communication skills and are confident in dealing with forest stakeholders, authorities and partners
- You have sound knowledge in the areas of protective forest care and forestry construction and are interested in biodiversity promotion as well as forestry regulatory issues
- You are proficient with common IT tools, have experience with geographic information systems and bring project management skills
- You work independently, take responsibility and are able to lead and successfully implement complex tasks in a structured manner
- You are fluent in German and have good knowledge of French
Contact details
Dominique Schaller, Head of Office, dominique.schaller@fr.ch, T +41 26 305 23 20
