Specialist in Energy and Air Quality Control 70-80%

About the job

Your new role

The Department of Environment and Energy coordinates the implementation of the city’s Energy Concept 2050 and enforces the Energy Act as well as the Environmental Protection Act in the areas of noise, air, and radiation. You are responsible for enforcing the Energy Act. This includes assessing energy certificates, advising building owners on energy matters, and participating in national and cantonal committees. Additionally, you will enforce the Air Quality Ordinance and assess building applications.

This position is for you if

• You are interested in and committed to energy topics, environmental and climate protection.
• You have a completed degree in building physics, engineering, or architecture.
• You have knowledge or experience in energy, air quality control, heating/ventilation/air conditioning, sustainable building, and circular economy.
• You enjoy project work and contact with various specialist offices as well as the public.

Good reasons to work for the City of St. Gallen:

Your department

The Department of Environment and Energy is committed with a motivated team of 14 people to a healthy environment, the sustainable use of energy and resources, and climate protection in the City of St. Gallen. We provide information and advice, initiate projects, and carry out statutory enforcement tasks. The focus of our work is the objectives and measures of the Energy Concept 2050, the Environmental Concept, and the Mobility Concept 2040.

Our corporate culture

With us, you contribute personally together with colleagues to a liveable city and the well-being of our diverse population. As diverse as the City of St. Gallen are its approximately 3,000 employees. Equal opportunities and good cooperation are important values for us. Therefore, we treat each other with appreciation, respect, and trust.

What we offer

We offer you a varied and meaningful area of responsibility in which you can work independently. You will find attractive employment conditions with flexible working hours and partial home office options as well as a centrally located workplace.

We look forward to your application

Do you feel addressed? For questions, Fredy Zaugg and Karin Hungerbühler, Co-Heads of the Department of Environment and Energy, are happy to provide information by phone at 071 224 53 94 or 071 224 56 90. Please submit your complete application exclusively online by 16 October 2026.

We value diversity in all its forms and look forward to your perspective.