Nature Officer – Team Nature & GIS

About Us You will become part of a team of four nature case handlers and one landscape officer who collaborate closely and support each other in solving tasks. The group works well together and shares a strong social community. Our team handles a broad range of responsibilities, with a significant portion of the work involving processing applications and enforcement cases. As focus on nature and biodiversity increases, the team is increasingly involved in various projects and planning initiatives. Each officer typically handles cases under Section 3 of the Nature Protection Act, as well as other tasks depending on individual competencies. This position has become available due to a colleague seeking new challenges. About the Position The Nature Group is part of Team Nature within the Department of Building, Nature & Environment. The team consists of 18 employees and a team leader. The team handles tasks related to nature, landscape, watercourses, climate adaptation, Natura 2000, water plan and nature projects, and the Green Tripartite Scheme. We maintain a high professional standard and an informal working atmosphere, placing great emphasis on cross-functional collaboration, mutual support, and peer sparring. As a nature case handler, we expect you to uphold compliance with current legislation—even in challenging situations—while also being able to engage in constructive dialogue with citizens and businesses to find solutions that protect nature while allowing room for agriculture and other businesses. Therefore, strong communication skills are essential for nature officers. It is important that you can plan, structure, and prioritize your tasks, make sound professional decisions, and see cases through to completion. A flair for legal issues is an advantage. We do not necessarily expect you to be fully capable from day one, but you should have the necessary foundation—either from your education or previous experience. New graduates are welcome to apply, provided you have an interest in the relevant areas, initiative, and a desire to learn. Your Tasks May Include: Preparing decisions under Section 3 of the Nature Protection Act, including protection lines and public access rights, and conducting necessary site inspections. Assessing internal and external plans, projects, and applications in relation to Section 3-protected areas, Natura 2000, Annex IV species, conservation designations, and landscape values. Handling applications under the Planning Act for creation of ponds and terrain regulation. Managing tasks related to conversion projects under the Green Tripartite Scheme and smaller biodiversity initiatives. Contributing ideas and solutions to projects and plans to maximize nature-related benefits. We Imagine You: Hold a degree in natural science, planning, public administration, or another relevant field—e.g., biologist, MSc in Natural Resources, or forest and landscape engineer. Have solid knowledge of botany, habitat types, and Annex IV species, and ideally an interest in various species groups. Are proficient in using relevant IT tools, including GIS. Are fluent in Danish, both in writing and speech. Hold a Class B driver’s license. It is an advantage if you have experience with municipal case handling and planning, particularly in nature-related areas. What We Offer Diverse tasks Strong opportunities for on-the-job training, participation in courses, and close peer collaboration and sparring An introductory program providing a thorough introduction to working in a municipality Flexible working hours and significant autonomy in organizing your work—both professionally and regarding holidays, flex time, and remote work days—in consultation with your team Good opportunities to participate in social events, including those organized by the staff association Assistance in finding temporary housing if you plan to relocate to the area Additional Information If you would like to learn more about some of the tasks we work on, you can read more on the municipality’s website. For questions about the position, please contact biologist Dorthe Prip Lahrmann, biologist Thomas Hæe Mogensen, or team leader Tine Fricke. Salary and Terms of Employment This is a full-time position. Salary and employment terms in accordance with the applicable collective agreement. The expected start date is 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The workplace is the Town Hall, Skelbækvej 2, 6200 Aabenraa. A criminal record check will be conducted as part of the hiring process, and employment is contingent upon a satisfactory result. Application The application deadline is Sunday, 15 November 2026. Please submit your application and relevant attachments via the link provided. Interviews will be held on 19 November. The municipality’s mission is: Together, we create The Good Life. If you are relocating, we want you to settle quickly and comfortably. Therefore, we offer a range of services—for you and anyone moving with you.