Head of Social Services 80 - 100%

12 May 2026
80 – 100%
Küsnacht

Job summary

Küsnacht am Zürichsee is a prime community near Zurich. Join a supportive work environment with great benefits.

Tasks

Lead and organize the social service team of 9 staff members.
Oversee administrative and budget responsibilities of the service.
Conduct case management and foster inter-institutional collaboration.

Skills

Experience in economic and personal assistance, social work degree.
Strong communication and social skills are essential.
Service-oriented mindset with high independence and responsibility.

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About the job

Küsnacht on Lake Zurich is considered an attractive municipality near Zurich thanks to its excellent location. The employees of the municipal administration provide comprehensive services of high quality for the population.

Municipality of Küsnacht as an employer - Video

The Social Services of Küsnacht support people in difficult life situations with professional advice, financial assistance and personal accompaniment. It ensures social security and promotes integration, personal responsibility and participation in social life. We are looking for a professionally competent, experienced leader and service-oriented personality as

Head of Social Services 80 - 100%

Your tasks

Leadership and organisation of the Social Services in personnel, financial, administrative and professional matters with 9 employees (subdivisions Economic and Personal Assistance, Asylum, Administration)
Overall responsibility for administrative and professional concerns of the Social Services (including budget)
Representation of the Social Services' applications as secretary of the Social Commission, recording of decisions and directives as well as meeting administration
Own case management in the social assistance area (approx. 10 - 20%)
Inter-institutional cooperation
Participation in department-specific as well as company-wide projects
Possibly deputising for the Head of the Society Department (member of the executive management) and supporting the professional and personnel leadership of the department

Your profile

Proven professional experience in economic and personal assistance as well as sound expertise in social assistance and social insurance law
Degree from a university of applied sciences for social work as well as further training in leadership and/or business administration is an advantage
Knowledge of administrative processes in social assistance is desirable
High social skills, pronounced communication abilities and strong solution orientation
Strong service mindset, great independence and personal responsibility
Empathy in dealing with people, mental flexibility as well as good reflection and assertiveness skills

What we can offer you

5 weeks' holiday, 6 weeks from the age of 50 with the additional possibility of buying extra holiday
Attractive employment conditions with various working time models
Solid, own pension fund with an above-average employer contribution
Individual training opportunities and a appreciative working atmosphere
Discounts for public transport as well as on two external benefits platforms
A centrally located workplace, just a few minutes from the station

Would you like to learn more about this exciting position? For further information, Yvonne Limbach, Head of Human Resources, is happy to assist you at 044 913 11 37. We look forward to receiving your complete application via the following link "Apply online now".

We look forward to hearing from you.