Kanton Graubünden
Scuol
Regional Forest Engineer / Specialist Forest-Wildlife
- 18 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Scuol
Job summary
Join the diverse Kanton Graubünden, Switzerland's largest region.
Tasks
- Ensure sustainable forestry and protect communities and wildlife.
- Lead projects on forest-wild interactions in the region.
- Work with local municipalities on forest legislation compliance.
Skills
- Degree in forestry or environmental science, with specialization.
- Strong knowledge of forestry practices and wildlife management.
- Fluency in multiple cantonal languages is an advantage.
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About the job
The only trilingual canton in Switzerland is economically, culturally and politically diverse. Graubünden, with 7106 km², is the largest canton in Switzerland and offers a high quality of life with 150 valleys, 615 lakes, 140 holiday resorts and countless sunny days per year. The Cantonal Administration of Graubünden is as versatile as our landscape. Bring your unique skills and help shape the future of the Cantonal Administration of Graubünden with us.
Regional Forest Engineer / Specialist Forest-Wildlife
Office for Forest and Natural Hazards | 70-100 % | Scuol
The Office for Forest and Natural Hazards (AWN) is the cantonal specialist office for the forest and protection against natural hazards. The employees of the AWN advocate for the needs of society regarding the forest and ensure sustainable management of the forest.
You ensure that the Graubünden forest
- can protect people, animals and infrastructure,
- is a habitat for diverse animal and plant species,
- is a raw material supplier of wood, water and energy,
- can continue to be a recreational and leisure area for people.
You can look forward to
- A meaningful role with direct relevance to the forest as well as integral risk management regarding natural hazards, nature and society
- Independent work in a committed and collegial team
- Scope for creativity and development opportunities
- Modern working conditions
We are looking for a Regional Forest Engineer and Specialist Forest-Wildlife (70-100%) from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement.
- As a Regional Forest Engineer, you will be responsible for the assigned municipalities of Val Müstair, Zernez and Samnaun: enforcement of federal and cantonal forest legislation; ensuring the best possible fulfilment of forest functions
- As a Specialist Forest-Wildlife, you will lead corresponding projects in the South Graubünden region: preparation of forest-wildlife reports; professional evaluation of surveys; acting as a member of the cantonal forest-wildlife specialist group
- Degree as Forest Engineer ETH or FH, or Master’s degree in Environmental Natural Sciences ETH with a focus on Forest and Landscape Management
- Solid silvicultural knowledge
- Experience with good knowledge in the field of forest-wildlife is an advantage
- Good knowledge of several cantonal languages is an advantage
For technical questions, please contact Gian Cla Feuerstein, Regional Manager South Graubünden, phone +41 81 257 50 90, gian.cla.feuerstein@awn.gr.ch .
For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Ines Scherrer, Administrative Assistant / HR Manager, phone +41 81 257 38 77, ines.scherrer@awn.gr.ch .
Application deadline: 11 October 2026
