Olten
Deputy Castle Warden, 10%
- 30 October 2026
- 10%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- Olten
About the job
Move with commitment. – This is the opportunity to take responsibility in a meaningful role of political and social relevance, and to drive sustainable developments for the population and economy with your own imprint. Behind this promise stands the Canton of Solothurn with countless possibilities, tangible flexibility, and stability in the work environment.Deputy Castle Warden, 10%
Wartenfels Castle is owned by the Wartenfels Castle Foundation, whose sponsors are the municipality of Lostorf, the city of Olten, and the Canton of Solothurn. The castle warden couple maintains Wartenfels Castle throughout the year; during the summer season, they are responsible not only for the care of the castle and garden but also for organising various events. For the Wartenfels Castle Foundation, we are seeking a Deputy Castle Warden, 10% at the Wartenfels Castle location in Lostorf, starting 01.03.2027 or by arrangement.
Your responsibilities
- In your role, you reliably represent the castle wardens during and outside the season and also take on the regular on-call duty.
- You assist in the execution of events and functions of the foundation and actively help with the seasonal gardening tasks to maintain the historic outdoor facilities.
- Additionally, you conscientiously support the team in cleaning the castle as well as the associated buildings and grounds.
Your profile
- As an open and communicative personality, you enjoy interacting with people.
- You have a "green thumb" and are enthusiastic about working in historic buildings and gardens.
- You are willing to work irregular hours outside normal office times as well as on weekends and public holidays.
Benefits.
Flexible working models
- Promotion of personal work-life balance through an annual working time model
- Part-time work, including in management positions
- Possibility of mobile working
- Progressive employment conditions based on a collective labour agreement
- Equal pay between men and women
- Loyalty bonuses
- 16 weeks maternity leave with full pay
- 2 weeks paternity leave
- Financial contributions towards childcare
- Comprehensive range of internal and external training courses
- Collaboration with FHNW for leadership training
- Promotion of individual skills
- Flexible retirement age Attractive benefits from the internal pension fund
- 12 months continued salary payment in case of illness and a further 12 months of daily sickness allowance
- Internal corporate health management
- Comprehensive advisory services for professional and personal matters
- Changing range of impulse courses
Questions?
Christian Hunziker
Castle Warden
062 311 82 98
Convinced?
We wish to fill this position without the support of external service providers. Email applications cannot be considered.
