Specialist in Noise Protection 70%

About the job

Your new role

The Department of Environment and Energy coordinates the implementation of the city energy concept 2050 and enforces the environmental protection law in the areas of noise, air, and radiation. You are responsible for the specialist areas of noise protection and protection against sound (NISSG). This includes noise assessments according to the Noise Protection Ordinance, sound measurements, as well as participation in national and cantonal committees. In addition, you work in the area of environmental and energy data management and lead projects. From summer 2027, there may be the possibility to slightly increase the workload.

This position is for you if

• You are interested in and committed to environmental and climate protection.
• You have a completed degree in the fields of building physics, engineering, or natural sciences.
• You have knowledge or experience in the areas of noise protection, protection against sound, and data management.
• You have a flair for technology and numbers.
• 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, as well as climate protection in the City of St.Gallen. We inform and advise, initiate projects, and carry out statutory enforcement tasks. The focus of our work is on 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 livable 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 versatile 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? If you have any questions, Karin Hungerbühler, Co-Head of the Department of Environment and Energy, will be happy to provide information at phone 071 224 56 90. Please submit your complete application exclusively online by the end of October 2025.

Do you want to move St.Gallen forward? We look forward to your application – regardless of origin or life reality.