Head of the Parks and Promenades Office
Heinrich Landschaftsarchitektur GmbH
Neuchâtel
Key information
- Publication date:11 September 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Neuchâtel
Job summary
Join La Ville de Neuchâtel as the Chef-fe de l'Office des parcs et promenades, overseeing public landscaping. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with a focus on sustainability.
Tasks
- Lead the maintenance of parks, sports fields, and playgrounds.
- Organize office operations, aligning with HR, finance, and legal aspects.
- Implement climate-adaptive projects and promote urban biodiversity.
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or equivalent, plus 5 years in a similar role.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams.
- Knowledge of public entity management and living systems.
Is this helpful?
Head of the Parks and Promenades Office
at 80%-100%
Activities / Manage the Parks and Promenades Office responsible for the maintenance of all landscaped areas of the municipality, sports fields, playgrounds, and cemeteries. Organize all services of the Office regarding human resources, financial, operational, administrative, and legal aspects, in close coordination with the Road Office. Actively collaborate with the Office in charge of public space projects. Define the Office's objectives in line with the strategic directions of the Service. Implement projects adapted to climate change, supervise the biological production of the horticultural establishment, and promote biodiversity in urban areas. Support the Head of Service in preparing budgets, notes, and management reports and ensure the financial monitoring of the Office.
Desired profile / Hold a HES/EPF diploma (Bachelor) in landscape architecture or an equivalent qualification, ideally complemented by additional training in public administration / management. Have at least 5 years of professional experience in a similar role, including 5 years managing a large team. Possess solid knowledge in the field of living organisms and master the processes related to managing a public entity. Demonstrate autonomy and a strong sense of responsibility.
Start date / To be agreed (generally January 1, 2026).
Application deadline / September 30, 2025.
Information / Further information can be obtained from Ms. Laure Rotzetter, General Secretary (032 717 76 05).
If you wish to take on this challenge, please apply online by attaching your complete file (cover letter, CV, diplomas, and work certificates).
