Glarus
Specialist in Water Protection 80%
- 09 October 2026
- 80%
- Permanent position
- Glarus
Job summary
The Canton of Glarus boasts a vibrant water network and powerful aquifers. Join our team for a meaningful opportunity in a supportive environment.
Tasks
- Ensure compliance with federal and cantonal water protection laws.
- Lead and implement water protection projects effectively.
- Consult municipalities, businesses, and individuals on water issues.
Skills
- Degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
- Negotiation skills and assertiveness are essential.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities required.
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About the job
The canton of Glarus is traversed by a lively network of water bodies, has substantial groundwater aquifers, and often experiences intensive water usage. The Department of Environmental Protection and Energy handles all topics related to water protection such as drinking water, groundwater, wastewater, industry and commerce, agricultural water protection, revitalisations, springs, surface waters, surges and ebbs, sediment transport.
For the Department of Environmental Protection and Energy, we are looking for a
Specialist in Water Protection 80%
from 1 November 2026 or by arrangement, based in Glarus.
Tasks
- Implementation of tasks according to federal and cantonal water protection legislation (focus areas by arrangement)
- Management and implementation of projects
- Review of building applications in the specialist area
- Consultation of municipalities, companies and private individuals
- Support in the strategic and conceptual development of the specialist areas
- Participation in interdisciplinary working groups and selected committees
- Participation in environmental on-call service according to deployment plan (category B driving licence required)
Requirements
- University or university of applied sciences degree in environmental science, engineering or a related field
- Experience in water protection is an advantage
- Negotiation skills and assertiveness
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Flexibility regarding on-call service
Your contact
For further information, please contact the department head, Petra Vögeli, Tel. 055 646 64 69. More about us at www.gl.ch.
Have we aroused your interest? We look forward to receiving your online application!
Please note that only online applications will be considered.
We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies.
