Team Leader / Deputy Center Manager (m/f/d)

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The Migration Office operates daily in the exciting political environment of all migration issues. We are responsible for foreigner permits, enforce the federal foreigner and asylum law, issue biometric Swiss passports and foreigner identity cards, and provide care and integration in our asylum centers.

The Migration Office is looking for a

Team Leader / Deputy Center Manager (m/f/d)

for the Departure and Emergency Aid Center Sonnenberg in Vilters-Wangs starting January 1, 2026, or by agreement.

Workload: 80-100%

Workplace: Vilters-Wangs

What to expect

• You are responsible for the personnel and organizational management of the health service, administration, and the children's school with a total of seven employees
• You plan the shifts, keep an eye on the budget, and together with the management team ensure that quality standards and conceptual guidelines are met
• As deputy center manager, you ensure the orderly operation of the center
• You are the contact person for employees and residents
• You provide advisory support to residents regarding return questions

What distinguishes you

• You have completed vocational training and have professional experience in public administration – ideally in an office from the administrative sector, police, correctional services, or social sector
• Ideally, you have leadership experience
• You remain calm in challenging situations and preferably have experience in conflict management
• You are characterized by clear communication and are open in dealing with people from different cultures
• You are flexible, resilient, and able to assert yourself
• Foreign language skills are a plus
• Driver's license category B

What we offer

• Exciting and varied tasks with a lot of personal responsibility
• A supportive work environment with a lived informal culture
• A committed, interdisciplinary team
• Many opportunities for further training
• Attractive social benefits and flexible working time model

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.

Further information:

For further information, Luan Skenderi, Center Manager, is happy to assist you at 058 229 45 81. You can also find an overview of our work area at www.asylzentren.sg.ch