Kanton Graubünden
Landquart
10 hours ago
Technical Clerk
- 01 May 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Landquart
Job summary
Join the diverse team in Graubünden, Switzerland's largest canton. A unique opportunity awaits in a collaborative work environment.
Tasks
- Manage forest ecology projects with local forest owners.
- Coordinate regional forest care programs and support foresters.
- Engage in public outreach and forest education initiatives.
Skills
- Degree in forestry or equivalent experience required.
- Strong knowledge of forest ecology essential.
- Experience in forest education is a plus.
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About the job
Together for Graubünden
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 days of sunshine 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.
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 days of sunshine 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.
Technical Clerk
Office for Forest and Natural Hazards | 80-100 % | Landquart
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 that the forest is managed sustainably.
You ensure that the Bündner 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.
We are looking for a technical clerk (80-100 %) starting 1 August 2026 or by arrangement.
Your area of responsibility
- You are responsible as a specialist for the field of forest ecology. You implement the objectives of the forest development plan in collaboration with forest owners and according to project regulations.
- As a forest management coordinator, you manage and schedule the regional forest maintenance programme and advise the district foresters and regional forest engineers in managing the LeiNa database. You ensure quality assurance in forest management through spot checks.
- As the person responsible for regional public relations, you oversee projects in forest education.
- In cooperation with our headquarters, you are responsible for office premises and regional IT support including ArcGIS Pro.
What we expect from you
- A forestry education (ETH, university, FH or HF) or equivalent training corresponding to the job profile
- In-depth knowledge in the field of forest ecology
- Training and experience in forest education
- Committed, team-oriented and reliable personality
- Good knowledge of several cantonal languages is an advantage
What you can look forward to
- A meaningful role in the field of forest ecology and public relations
- Independent work in a committed and collegial team
- Scope for creativity and development opportunities
- Modern working conditions
We look forward to receiving your online application and to getting to know you.
For professional questions, Matthias Zubler, Regional Manager Herrschaft/Prättigau/Davos, phone +41 81 257 66 40, Matthias.Zubler@awn.gr.ch , will be happy to assist you.
For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Ines Scherrer, Administrative Assistant/Personnel Officer, phone +41 81 257 38 77, Ines.Scherrer@awn.gr.ch .
Application deadline: 31 May 2026
