Technical Officer for Natural Hazards

01 May 2026
100%
Permanent position
Zuoz

Job summary

Join Insieme per i Grigioni, Switzerland's unique trilingual canton! Enjoy a vibrant work environment with great benefits.

Tasks

Support natural hazard specialists in the southern Grisons region.
Conduct independent evaluations for natural hazards like avalanches.
Assist in managing natural hazard events and planning emergency responses.

Skills

Higher education or equivalent experience in natural hazards required.
Strong knowledge of natural hazards and ArcGIS Pro is essential.
Motivated team player with reliable communication skills.

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About the job

Together for Graubünden
The only trilingual canton in Switzerland is diverse in economic, cultural and political profile. With an area of 7106 km², Graubünden is the largest canton in Switzerland and with 150 valleys, 615 lakes, 140 tourist resorts and countless days of sunshine per year offers a high quality of life. The cantonal administration of Graubünden is as diverse as our landscape. Put your skills to use and help shape the future of the cantonal administration of Graubünden with us.

Technical Officer for Natural Hazards

Forests and Natural Hazards Office | 80-100 % | Zuoz

The Forests and Natural Hazards Office (UFP) is the cantonal specialised service for the forest and protection against natural hazards. The employees of the UFP are committed to the needs of society regarding the forest and ensure sustainable forest management.

You ensure that the Graubünden forest

is able to protect people, animals and infrastructure,
is a habitat for various animal and plant species,
is a supplier of raw materials such as wood, water and energy,
can also serve as a place of rest and recreation for people in the future.

For 1 August 2026 or by agreement, we are looking for a technical officer for natural hazards to support regional specialists in natural hazards (80-100 %).

Tasks

Support for natural hazard specialists in the southern Graubünden region, from planning/design related to hazard assessment, risk analyses regarding opinions on building applications and verification procedures, to the implementation of expert reports and projects concerning hazard zones or emergency planning for prevention
Independent processing of selected assignments specific to the subject or project and assessments of natural hazards such as avalanche, collapse, landslide or water
Preparation and participation in inspections of the hazard commission, recording results for the hazard commission and preparing plans for the hazard commission
Support for natural hazard specialists as well as regional forest engineers in managing events related to natural hazards
Support for regional forest engineers in recording and monitoring events in the event register
Support for the protection works specialist in operating the cantonal protection works register

What we expect from you

Higher education (PF, university, SUP or SSS) or equivalent training corresponding to the required profile
In-depth knowledge in the field of natural hazards, especially knowledge of processes as well as ArcGIS Pro
Motivation, ability to work in a team and reliability
The working language is generally German; good knowledge of several cantonal languages is an advantage

What awaits you

A stimulating activity with a direct link to integrated risk management related to natural hazards, nature and technology
Independent working method within a motivated and collegial team
Scope for manoeuvre and development opportunities
Modern working conditions

We look forward to receiving your online application and to meeting you.

For specialist questions, Gian Cla Feuerstein, regional manager for southern Graubünden, is gladly available, tel. +41 81 257 50 90, Gian.Cla.Feuerstein@awn.gr.ch .

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Ines Scherrer, administrative assistant/personnel manager, tel. +41 81 257 38 77, Ines.Scherrer@awn.gr.ch .

Application deadline: 31 May 2026