Unit Manager at the Environmental Protection Department

Are you ready to lead environmental protection work in a municipality focused on sustainability? Look no further! At the Construction and Environmental Administration, we are seeking a Unit Manager for our Environmental Protection Unit. This is a role for those who want to truly impact the future of environmental work! You will have the opportunity to combine strategic leadership with operational responsibility in an organization where environmental issues are an integral part of community development. You will lead a competent and committed team of 17 employees working with supervision, consultation, and development in the environmental protection area. We offer a workplace with high tempo, great freedom, and close collaboration. You will be part of decision-making, driving change, and developing approaches that make a difference. The role is perfect for those who want to take responsibility, create value, and grow as a leader. What You Will Do As Unit Manager of the Environmental Protection Unit, you have comprehensive responsibility for operations, personnel, and finances. You will plan and follow up work based on organizational goals, develop needs assessments and supervision plans, and ensure that the unit's core mission is completed with high quality. You will represent the employer's personnel policy and actively work to ensure continuous skills development for employees in their specific areas. The role also includes handling press and media inquiries, participating in management group work, and contributing to the committee's work with documentation and follow-up. Who You Are Are you a visionary who sees opportunities where others see obstacles? We are seeking someone driven to improve, develop, and dare to challenge established practices to create new solutions. You combine structure with flexibility and have the ability to transform goals into concrete activities that make a real difference in everyday work. You are a relationship builder with natural gravitas, and your open and trustful communication style creates engagement and collaboration. You readily share knowledge, listen to both group and individual needs, and contribute to a culture where everyone grows. Your leadership is present and coaching, inspiring and creating security that enables people to develop – both as professionals and colleagues. Here, you will lead a team with high competence and extensive experience, where your ability to create energy and direction will be crucial to our continued success. Your Experience We are looking for someone with at least three years of management experience with personnel responsibility and background in environmental protection. You do not need to be an expert in the specific field but should have the ability and interest to understand complex issues when needed. A college or university degree in urban development or environmental studies, or an equivalent qualification, is required. Excellent Swedish communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. You will need a B driver's license to visit different parts of Halmstad municipality and good digital literacy. Additional merits include: - Experience with public authority work - Experience in politically governed organizations - Knowledge of environmental legislation - Leadership training What We Offer We provide security and balance in work life - with collective agreements, pension exchange options, and flexible vacation opportunities. You'll have 25 vacation days until age 39, 31 days from 40, and 32 days from 50. We also offer wellness benefits, gym access, health inspirators, and health consultations in your 40th year to support your long-term well-being. Construction and Environmental Administration - Together we make Halmstad possible! Join us in shaping tomorrow's Halmstad!