Head of the Enforcement Department

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. With our meaningful

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

We create perspectives for people towards a self-responsible life outside of crime and thus make an important contribution to a safe society. The Office for Judicial Enforcement of the Department of Security and Justice employs around 260 staff in various professional fields. The Saxerriet Correctional Facility is an open correctional institution for men with a total of 135 places. It has differentiated enforcement concepts and a diverse range of workplaces.

As reinforcement for our team, we are looking for a

Head of the Enforcement Department

Workload: 100%

Workplace: Salez

What to expect

• In this leadership role, you are responsible for the personnel, professional, and organizational management of the enforcement area.
• You ensure a legally compliant, humane, and orderly penal enforcement, including compliance with detention forms and the exercise of the duty of care towards the inmates.
• You are responsible for reporting and ensure compliance with disciplinary regulations.
• You actively participate in topics such as enforcement planning, therapy forms, health services, and disciplinary matters.
• You are responsible for the professional training and further education of the team, actively participate in the training of new employees, and support projects as well as strategic tasks of the institution's management.

What distinguishes you

• You have a university degree, preferably in pedagogy, psychology, or law.
• You have several years of professional experience, ideally in judicial enforcement or a comparable field.
• You already have leadership and project experience.
• You possess analytical thinking, motivation skills, assertiveness, organizational and negotiation skills.
• Your oral and written communication skills are pronounced.
• You have very good German skills as well as good oral skills in at least one foreign language.
• You act resiliently and calmly in a demanding environment.

What we offer

• A professional and motivated work team
• Modern infrastructure and a contemporary workplace
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Various continuing education opportunities

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, the director, Michael Heuberger (Tel. 058 228 29 97), is happy to assist you.

More information about our institution can be found at: www.saxerriet.sg.ch