About the role
Municipal department heads lead and develop the operations within a specific department in a municipality. They often have a college education in public administration, law, economics, or the specific area they are responsible for. Their role is strategic and often includes responsibility for staff, finances, and operations.Responsibilities
Department heads in municipalities are responsible for leading and distributing work within their department. They ensure that the department's goals are achieved in accordance with the municipality's guidelines and legislation. They are also responsible for the budget, staff, and ensuring that the department contributes to the municipality's overall objectives.Skills and tools
Municipal department heads must have strong leadership skills, knowledge in public administration, and an understanding of political processes. They use tools for project management, budgeting, and personnel management. Communication and collaboration skills are central to their work. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, budgetansvar and utvecklingsarbete.