Head of Administration (m/f/d)

05 February 2026
100%
Sargans

Job summary

Join the Canton of Sargans as a leading administrative role. Enjoy a supportive work culture with great benefits.

Tasks

Oversee financial operations and personnel management effectively.
Collaborate with the school management to enhance the work environment.
Manage infrastructure, cafeteria, and secretarial services efficiently.

Skills

Proven leadership experience in finance and human resources required.
Strong team-oriented and reflective leadership qualities essential.
Excellent communication skills with both adults and youth are vital.

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About the job

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. Through our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The Kantonsschule Sargans is looking for a

Head of Administration (m/f/d)

starting June 1, 2026 or later

Workload: 80 to 100%

Workplace: Sargans

What to expect

Kantonsschule Sargans offers, as a public secondary school, the educational programs Gymnasium, Business, Specialized, and Computer Science Secondary Schools. The administration management is part of the school management, which values a strength-oriented and cooperative leadership style. The focus of the administration management lies on leadership tasks (building services, cafeteria, secretariats). Furthermore, it is responsible for finance, personnel and accounting, and infrastructure. Together with the school management, you create a positive and appreciative working environment for our school community.

What distinguishes you

We are looking for an experienced, reflective, team-oriented, and competent leader. As a business economist, you are familiar with finance and accounting and have experience in labor law and human resources. You have solid knowledge in the field of business IT. Central to us are your integrative and goal-oriented leadership style, your teamwork skills, and your enjoyment of contact with adults and young people.

What we offer

We offer you an attractive position at a secondary school with around 850 students, 120 teachers, and 40 staff members.

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.

Further information:

For further information, please contact Pascale Chenevard, Principal (pascale.chenevard@kantisargans.ch).

We look forward to receiving your application by March 6, 2026 at the latest.

Please submit your documents via the green button "Apply now" below!