Job in Germany : Head of Department (m / f / d) for the "Technology" division at the Office of [...]

Stadt Köln; Navarra; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player seeks a Head of Department for the Technology division in their Office of Press and Public Relations. This pivotal role involves managing a dedicated team, overseeing the development of innovative web applications, and ensuring quality assurance for online communications. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in media informatics or related fields, along with extensive experience in web technologies and project management. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of a major city's public services while enjoying a balanced work-life environment and various employee perks.

Servicios

Job security

30 days vacation

Performance bonuses

Training opportunities

Mobile working options

Company sports

Health programs

Formación

• University degree in media informatics, business informatics, or public administration.
• Experience with web applications and CMS administration.
• Strong analytical skills and conflict resolution abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the Technology department and oversee health and safety matters.
• Design and develop web applications and interfaces.
• Lead project management for IT projects and online applications.

Conocimientos

Web applications

Content Management Systems (CMS)

Imperia CMS

Git

Responsive design

Linux

Databases

APIs

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Project management

Educación

Bachelor's or FH diploma in media informatics

Completion of administrative course

Civil service qualification for career group 2

Herramientas

Imperia CMS

Git

Web servers

Descripción del empleo

Head of Department (m / f / d) for the "Technology" division at the Office of Press and Public Relations

Company description

Would you like to contribute your skills, ideas, and experience to the further development of the City of Cologne's website?

The Office of Press and Public Relations is seeking a Head of Department (m / f / d) for the "Technology" area in the "Online Communication" department, starting July 1, 2025.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage the "Technology" department with currently five employees and oversee occupational health and safety matters.
2. Design, develop, and manage web applications.
3. Develop interfaces to the Imperia web content management system or from the Imperia system to web applications, modules, and templates for Imperia.
4. Ensure quality assurance of front- and backend developments for stadt.koeln, and evaluate new web and mobile technologies.
5. Lead project management of IT projects, including planning and structuring online applications.
6. Provide technical advice to city leadership and departments for online applications.
7. Support departments in providing textual, visual, animated, or audio content on stadt.koeln and external websites.
8. Serve as deputy head of the online editorial department.
9. Participate in work outside usual frameworks for special events and functions, such as elections or large-scale operations.

Your Profile:

A university degree (Bachelor's or FH diploma) in media informatics, business informatics, economic sciences, or public administration/management.

Alternatively, completion of administrative course two or civil service qualification for career group 2, 1st entry level of the non-technical administrative service.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with web applications, CMS, and website administration.
• In-depth knowledge of Imperia CMS or similar systems.
• Experience with Git, frameworks, responsive design, Linux, databases, APIs, AI, and web servers.
• Several years in editorial and public relations work with online topics.
• Willingness to learn, analytical skills, flexibility, and strong argumentation and conflict resolution skills.
• Cooperation skills, service orientation, gender competence, diversity commitment, and support for work-life balance.
• Knowledge in software architecture, project management, media management, and team leadership.

What We Offer:

• A versatile and varied job with work-life balance.
• Mobile working and home office options.
• Guidelines for leadership and collaboration.
• Job security, 30 days vacation, performance bonuses, and training opportunities.
• Part-time management options, company sports, and health programs.

Application Process:

For more information, contact Ms. Obst at 0221 221-35331. For technical questions, contact Mr. Steden at 0221 221-33991. Please submit your application by May 11, 2025, referencing number 0272 / 25-KeOb, to:

City of Cologne - The Lord Mayor

Personnel and Administrative Management

50679 Cologne

Or apply online. Send documents in PDF format if possible.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We promote gender equality and diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including people of color, different nationalities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, age groups, and persons with disabilities or migration backgrounds. We encourage women to apply, especially in STEM fields. We support flexible working arrangements and the integration of disabled and severely disabled persons into the workforce.