Stadt Winterthur
Winterthur
Ombudsperson (60 – 80 %)
- 17 July 2026
- 60 – 80%
- Permanent position
- Winterthur
Job summary
The Winterthur City Parliament seeks a new Ombudsperson. This role offers a significant opportunity in a vibrant work environment.
Tasks
- Mediating conflicts between residents and the city administration.
- Evaluating complaints to ensure fair practices by city authorities.
- Engaging with the community and enhancing administrative processes.
Skills
- A legal degree and extensive experience in public and administrative law.
- Strong analytical and communication abilities are essential.
- Empathy, integrity, and diplomatic skills are crucial.
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About the job
The Winterthur City Parliament is seeking a new ombudsperson due to the resignation of the previous officeholder. An interesting and responsible role awaits you, with the workplace located in the heart of Winterthur's old town. The ombudsperson is elected by the City Parliament for a term of four years each time. The position can be taken up on 1 January 2027 or by arrangement.Your Tasks
- Independent mediation in conflicts between residents and the city administration
- Review, based on complaints, suggestions, or on own initiative, whether the city authorities and administration act according to law and fairness
Your Profile
- University degree in law (lic. iur./MLaw)
- Several years of professional experience in constitutional and administrative law
- Further training and practical experience in mediation/conciliation
- Good knowledge of the structure and functioning of a large administration
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Empathy, high integrity and diplomatic skill
- High initiative, assertiveness and resilience
- Enjoyment in contact with people from all social backgrounds
What We Offer
- An independent and socially significant role
- A varied and responsible activity with great scope for initiative
- Close exchange with the public, administration and politics
- Central office premises, just a few minutes’ walk from Winterthur main station
Contact
Your questions about the position will be gladly answered by Marc Bernhard, Parliamentary Clerk, +41 52 267 51 58.Learn more? https://stadt.winterthur.ch/gemeinde/behoerden-und-recht/ombudsstelle
We look forward to receiving your online application by 31 August 2026.
