Kanton Nidwalden
Stans
Art Monument Inventory Specialist
- 04 August 2026
- 60 – 80%
- Permanent position
- 6371 Stans
About the job
Incredibly versatile
We are the SME among administrations - versatile, agile and close to the people. With around 900 employees, we take responsibility together, think networked and get involved where we are needed. This makes our work demanding, varied and meaningful. With us, there is room for co-creation and initiative.Tasks
You will develop the foundations for the project "The Art Monuments of the Canton of Nidwalden" in two volumes in the series "The Art Monuments of Switzerland" published by the Society for Swiss Art History GSK:
- Documenting the inventory of art monuments based on comprehensive source and literature studies
- On-site investigations, textual processing according to "The Inventory of the Art Monuments of Switzerland. Guidelines 2017" of the GSK ( Unchanged edition of the 1984 guidelines approved and declared binding by the GSK board )
- Obtaining illustration material such as photos and plans
- Collaboration in technical production
Your profile
- Completed university degree in Art History (MA) with a focus on Architectural History. Practical experience in inventorying is an advantage
- Research and publication experience in the field of Architectural History (Medieval - 20th century)
- Ability to independently organise and carry out the specified scientific work
- Good ability to formulate clear scientific texts in German
- Skill in dealing with owners and representatives of historic buildings as well as authorities and specialists
Here for you
I am Beatrice Gander Sulzbach from the Personnel Office. I am happy to take care of your application and am here for you if you have questions about employment with the canton. For professional questions, Stefan Zollinger, Head of the Office for Culture, is also happy to assist you. You can reach him at 041 618 73 41.
