Officer in charge of natural hazards
Kanton Graubünden
Landquart
Key information
- Publication date:12 January 2026
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Landquart
Job summary
Join the team at the Grisons, Switzerland's unique trilingual canton! Enjoy a vibrant work environment with excellent benefits.
Tasks
- Support regional specialists in natural hazard management.
- Conduct independent assessments of selected natural hazards.
- Assist in preparing for and managing natural hazard events.
Skills
- Higher education or equivalent experience in natural hazards.
- In-depth knowledge of natural hazards and ArcGIS.
- Strong teamwork, motivation, and reliability.
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The only trilingual canton in Switzerland is diverse in economic, cultural, and political profile. With an area of 7106 km², Graubünden is the largest canton in Switzerland and with 150 valleys, 615 lakes, 140 tourist resorts, and countless days of sunshine per year, it offers a high quality of life. The cantonal administration of Graubünden is as diverse as our landscape.
Officer in charge of natural hazards
Forests and Natural Hazards Office | 40-80% (job-sharing possible) | Herrschaft/Prettigovia/Davos and Surselva region, workplace: Landquart and/or Ilanz
The Graubünden Forests and Natural Hazards Office (UFP) is the cantonal specialized service for the forest and the protection of people, habitats, and infrastructure from natural hazards. We analyze hazardous processes, develop innovative protection strategies, and support municipalities in planning and implementing effective measures. Thanks to specialized expertise, sustainable solutions, and a strong network, we contribute to the long-term preservation of safety and are committed to ensuring long-term safety and quality of life in the Canton of Graubünden.
For June 1, 2026, or by agreement, we are looking for an officer in charge of natural hazards to support regional specialists in natural hazards.
- Support specialists in natural hazards in the Herrschaft/Prettigovia/Davos and Surselva regions, from planning/design related to hazard assessment, statements on building applications and verification procedures, to the implementation of expert reports and projects for the hazard commission or emergency planning for prevention purposes
- Independent preparation of selected assignments specific to the subject or project and assessments of natural hazards such as avalanches, collapses, landslides, or water
- Preparation and participation in site inspections of the hazard commission, recording results for the hazard commission, and preparation of hazard commission plans
- Support for specialists in natural hazards as well as regional forest engineers in managing events related to natural hazards
- Support for regional forest engineers in recording and monitoring events in the event cadastre
- Higher education (PF, university, SUP or SSS) or equivalent training corresponding to the required profile
- In-depth knowledge in the field of natural hazards and ArcGIS
- You are a motivated, team-oriented, and reliable person
- The working language is generally German; good knowledge of several cantonal languages is an advantage
- Stimulating activity with a direct link to integrated risk management related to natural hazards, nature, and technology
- Independent working method within a motivated and collegial team
- Scope for maneuver and development opportunities
- Modern working conditions
We look forward to receiving your online application and would be pleased to get to know you.
For questions, the following persons are gladly available: Matthias Zubler (regional manager Herrschaft/Prettigovia/Davos, +41 81 257 66 40, matthias.zubler@awn.gr.ch), Renaldo Lutz (regional manager Surselva, +41 81 257 64 15, renaldo.lutz@awn.gr.ch) or Andreas Huwiler (head of natural hazards and protective works section, +41 81 257 38 67, andreas.huwiler@awn,gr.ch).
Application deadline: February 8, 2026
