Head of Department Secretaries M​/F activity rate

Dominated by its two emblematic castles, Valère and Tourbillon, the city stands out for its dynamism, friendliness, sunny climate and rich historical and archaeological heritage. All these assets make it a quality destination.

The Public Works and Environment Department plays an essential role in the development, maintenance and preservation of infrastructure and public spaces. It helps make Sion a functional, safe, sustainable and pleasant city to live in.

The department includes several sections such as administration, agriculture and irrigation channels, cadastre and geomatics, watercourses and natural hazards, environment and waste, parking and parking management, roads and networks, sewage treatment plants, as well as roadways and events.

Join a committed team serving a dynamic, sustainable and attractive city, where every project contributes to improving the living environment of the population.

The City of Sion is advertising two positions for Head of Department Secretaries M/F for a total activity rate of 160% within the Public Works and Environment Department.

Provide high-quality administrative, organisational and editorial support to the head of department as well as to the entire Public Works and Environment Department.

The role helps ensure effective, coherent and structured administrative functioning, notably by coordinating information, monitoring files and preparing the necessary documents for the management of the department.

It constitutes active support for the daily management of the department and participates in its continuous improvement.

• Hold a Federal VET Diploma as a commercial employee or have equivalent experience;
• Have proven experience in executive secretarial work or administrative assistance with responsibilities;
• Demonstrate excellent command of French, both spoken and written;
• Good knowledge of German or English would be an asset;
• Have advanced skills in Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and be capable of producing professional layouts for complex documents;
• Be comfortable with collaborative digital tools and ERP software would be an asset;
• Ongoing training in administrative, accounting or organisational fields would be an asset;
• Ensure rigorous follow-up of files, guarantee their traceability and ensure compliance with internal procedures;
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills, manage several priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines;
• Show discretion, reliability and guarantee the confidentiality of processed information;
• Take initiatives, propose pragmatic solutions and actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the department's administrative functioning.

• A varied selection of continuing education;
• Social, cultural and economic benefits through the City of Sion Staff Association;
• Preferential rates on public transport and Publi Bike Velospot subscriptions, as well as discounts on the purchase of electric bikes, within the framework of the mobility plan;
• A salary scale adapted to responsibilities;
• A progressive salary, a 13th salary and at least 25 days of holiday per year.

Start date: to be agreed.

Salary

According to the City of Sion staff regulations and the Municipality's salary scale.

Additional information regarding the position, job description and salary can be obtained from Mr Patrick Astori, head of the Public Works and Environment Department, tel. .