About the role
The municipal chief executive, also known as the municipal director or city director, is the highest-ranking official in a municipality. This person is responsible for the operational management and ensures that the decisions of the municipal council are implemented. Often, the municipal chief executive has a higher education in fields such as social sciences, law, or economics.Responsibilities
The municipal chief executive leads and coordinates the municipality's administrations and companies. They are responsible for ensuring that the municipality's services and operations are run efficiently and in accordance with political decisions. The municipal chief executive also plays a key role in the strategic development and financial management of the municipality.Skills and tools
The municipal chief executive must have strong leadership skills, knowledge in public administration, and an understanding of political processes. They use tools such as financial systems, project management tools, and communication platforms. The ability to communicate, negotiate, and make strategic decisions are central competencies. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, utvecklingsarbete and budgetansvar.