two part-time judges
- 13 October 2026
- 5 – 100%
- Permanent position
- 6430 Schwyz
About the job
What we offer you
- Further training Diverse internal further training opportunities as well as support for external training and further education.
- Family Additional family allowance of up to CHF 200.- per month alongside the cantonal child and education allowances.
- Health Ergonomic workplaces as well as sports and exercise offerings.
What you can achieve
Persons entitled to vote (§ 34 para. 1 Judiciary Act, JG) may be elected as judges in federal matters. They must be independent and impartial (cf. Art. 30 para. 1 Federal Constitution, FC) and maintain the necessary inner distance from the matter and the parties to the proceedings. They must treat the parties with human respect and take their concerns seriously. They should have a high and rapid availability, possess analytical thinking skills, and be decisive. It is a prerequisite to thoroughly engage with the case material and facts before consultations/hearings.
What distinguishes you for this role
The part-time judges should have knowledge and experience relevant to the court’s duties (§ 34 para. 3 JG). The criminal court would particularly benefit from persons with the following profile:
- Additional expertise in social sciences, education, psychology, or a related field (for Chamber I)
- Additional expertise in fiduciary or financial areas (for Chamber II)
Your new employer
About 2300 employees in the canton of Schwyz take care of the concerns of the population and carry out public tasks on behalf of the citizens and authorities. The cantonal administration is the largest employer in the canton of Schwyz. The employees fulfil their responsible mission in their daily work and continuously improve the quality and efficiency of their activities.
