Head of Administrative Police Department (80-100%)

02 July 2026
80 – 100%
Permanent position
Winterthur

Job summary

Join the Department of Security and Environment in Winterthur. Lead a dedicated team of 440 to enhance community safety and environmental health.

Tasks

Oversee the operational management of the administrative police department.
Evaluate and prepare legal matters for the department's needs.
Organize police actions and participate in city police operations.

Skills

Experience in police training and administration is essential.
Strong leadership with a focus on political and business acumen.
Excellent communication skills and customer-oriented approach.

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About the job

The Department of Security and Environment, with its 440 employees, includes the areas of City Police, Protection & Intervention, Registration and Civil Status, Environmental Protection and Health Protection, as well as the City Magistrate's Office. The City Police, with over 250 employees, is committed to a safe and trustworthy Winterthur. To complement our team, the position of Head of the Administrative Police Department is to be newly filled from 1 October 2026 or by agreement.

Your Tasks

Operational leadership of the Administrative Police Department in terms of personnel, tactics, and expertise
Assessment and preparation of legal issues for the department
Organisation of administrative police actions and controls as well as participation in City Police operations
Support of the Head of Department in the execution of their tasks, in managing various offices, external appearances, etc., as well as leading and participating in projects
Deputising for the Head of Department for Permits during their absence

Your Profile

Police training and further education with professional experience in the administrative police environment, as well as willingness for continuous training and further education
Legal education or equivalent further training
Experience in project management is an advantage
Proactive leadership personality with understanding of entrepreneurial and political thinking and acting
Convincing presence, customer-oriented approach, and excellent communication skills

What We Offer

At least 5 weeks of holiday
Fair, transparent salary system
Flexible working hours
Good public transport connections to the workplace
Possibility of job sharing

Contact

Your questions about the position will be gladly answered by Captain Mirjam Obrist, Head of Department for Permits, telephone +41 52 267 58 50.
Learn more? https://stadt.winterthur.ch/

We look forward to receiving your online application.