Technical Officer

01 May 2026
100%
Permanent position
Landquart

Job summary

Join the Grisons, Switzerland's unique trilingual canton! Experience a dynamic work environment with numerous benefits.

Tasks

Manage forest ecology projects with local landowners.
Coordinate regional forestry programs and data management.
Lead public relations initiatives in forest education.

Skills

Degree in forestry or related field with relevant experience.
Strong knowledge in forest ecology and management.
Team player with good communication skills.

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About the job

Together for Graubünden
The only trilingual canton in Switzerland is diverse in its 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, it 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

Office for Forest and Natural Hazards | 80% - 100% | Landquart

The Office for Forest and Natural Hazards (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 (80-100%).

Tasks

As a specialist, you are responsible for the field of forest ecology. In collaboration with forest owners, you implement the objectives of the forest development plan in accordance with project regulations.
As a coordinator in the field of silviculture, you manage and plan the regional forest care programme over time and advise sector foresters and regional forest engineers in managing the LeiNa database. You ensure quality assurance in the silviculture sector through random checks.
As the person responsible for regional public relations activities, you handle projects in the field of forest education.
In collaboration with our headquarters, you are responsible for offices and regional IT support, including ArcGIS Pro.

What we expect from you

Forestry education (PF, university, SUP or SSS) or equivalent training corresponding to the required profile
In-depth knowledge in the field of forest ecology
Training and experience in forest education
Motivation, ability to work in a team and reliability
Good knowledge of several cantonal languages is an advantage

What awaits you

A stimulating activity in the field of forest ecology and public relations
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, Matthias Zubler, regional manager Herrschaft/Prettigovia/Davos, tel. +41 81 257 66 40, is gladly available, Matthias.Zubler@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