Assistant Principal at Herrhagens Preschools
Description Are you a driven and organized leader who wants to contribute to the development of preschool education and quality? Do you want to help create a safe and inspiring environment for children and staff? If so, we might be looking for you! At the Department of Children and Youth, we work to ensure that all children receive an equal education. We are now recruiting an Assistant Principal for Herrhagens Preschools who, together with the Principal, will lead and develop the operations. You will have an important role in working with educational quality, operations organization, and work environment. We systematically work to develop our leadership, pedagogical work, and quality initiatives. Here you will have the opportunity to develop as a leader alongside committed colleagues who want to make a difference for children every day. In this role, you will work closely with the Principal to create a well-functioning organization where both children and staff have the best conditions to develop and succeed. Duties As an Assistant Principal, you will, together with the Principal, play a central role in leading and developing the operations. You will work closely with staff in daily activities and contribute to creating good conditions for high-quality education. Through present and clear leadership, you will follow up on operational results, drive development work, and ensure that education is conducted according to the curriculum's objectives. The position includes personnel responsibility where you lead, support, and develop staff members. You will actively work with work environment issues, competence development, staffing, and other personnel-related matters to create a safe and sustainable workplace. You will also participate in operational planning and follow-up, including budget work and resource allocation. Together with the Principal, you are responsible for developing the operations in an efficient and qualitative manner based on the best interests of the children. An important part of the role is to create and maintain good relationships with children, guardians, staff, union representatives, and other collaboration partners. Through open, clear, and trustful communication, you contribute to positive cooperation and operations where everyone feels involved. Qualifications We are looking for you with a pedagogical university education and certification to teach within the school system. You have experience with leadership in preschool or school and are driven by developing operations, staff, and organization. Of course, you are well familiar with the preschool curriculum and have a good understanding of the preschool's mission. You are engaged in school development and strive to create a good work environment. You also have the ability to communicate and collaborate with different parties. We are looking for you who can take initiative and drive changes to improve preschool operations and meet future challenges. You have the ability to communicate effectively, both in individual conversations and in larger contexts, which promotes understanding and collaboration. As a person, you are a leader who can motivate and engage others, make decisions, and support staff development. You are organized and can plan and organize work effectively, which ensures that the preschool's goals are achieved and that operations are conducted in a systematic manner. We warmly welcome your application! Recruitment Information Due to summer vacation, we will begin the selection and interviews in early August, hence the longer application period. What We Offer Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at Karlstad Municipality at karlstad.se/jobbahososs Information about salary levels can be found here (select "See salary statistics"). This recruitment concerns AID code [104010]. We warmly welcome your application! When you apply for a job with us, you will need to provide your CV and answer a number of questions where we ask you to describe your competence in the requested area. This means you should not attach a personal letter as part of your application. About Karlstad Municipality The Department of Children and Youth is responsible for preschool and school for approximately 13,200 children and students and is the municipality's largest department with over 2,400 employees. We have preschools, family day care homes, open preschools, preschool classes, primary schools, adapted primary school, after-school care, and a culture school, and we also work with child and student health issues. We equip children for the future. Want to be part of creating the future Karlstad? In our organization at Karlstad Municipality, you can make a real difference. Here every employee is an important part of the whole, and together we help realize our vision of "A better life in the City of the Sun." Come and grow with us! Other Information To ensure quality in the recruitment process and facilitate communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application through our recruitment system and not via email or paper format. We decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this announcement. If you have protected personal information, you should not register your application documents in our recruitment system and should not send them via email either. Instead, contact the municipality's switchboard at 054-540 00 00 for further handling.
Solutions Architect
Description The IT department consists of approximately 50 dedicated employees, organized into three units. Together, we are responsible for the municipality's shared IT infrastructure and deliver IT services to the entire organization. We work both on providing daily support, maintaining and further developing our services – while also serving as a strategic partner in the municipality's business development, where digitalization is an important tool. We deliver our IT services supported by an agile working approach. We are now seeking an analytical and driven solutions architect for our IT Project Management Office unit. Do you want to help shape future digital solutions and contribute to a sustainable and smart society by developing and designing effective IT solutions that make a difference – then this role is for you! Responsibilities As a solutions architect with us, you will have a key role in translating business needs and requirements into sustainable technical solutions. You will work closely with both the business and various teams within the IT department to guide and ensure that our solutions are robust, scalable, and user-friendly. You will: Design and document solution architecture for new and existing systems Participate in projects and initiatives from concept to implementation Ensure that solutions comply with the municipality's IT strategy, architectural principles, and security requirements Provide advisory support on technical matters and contribute to competency development within the organization Join the "Architecture and Testing Leadership" team as one of several architects and testing leaders Qualifications We are looking for someone who has: Experience working as a solutions architect or in a similar role Good understanding of integration solutions, cloud services, and modern architectural patterns Ability to lead dialogue between business, IT, and vendors, and to communicate and build consensus around technical solutions Relevant academic education in IT or equivalent experience Strong communication skills and ability to express yourself clearly in Swedish, both spoken and written. Desirable: Experience working with frameworks such as Architecture Community, TOGAF, ArchiMate, SAFe, Scrum, ITIL Experience with modeling and modeling tools, preferably Sparx Enterprise Architect Experience with public procurement processes Experience with agile working methods Experience with change management Knowledge of information security and data protection We will place great emphasis on personal suitability such as interest in and ability to take responsibility, both for your own work and for your contribution to the team's overall results. In your role, you will have many contacts and different contact surfaces, both internally and externally, which requires that you have a professional and responsible approach toward colleagues and vendors. You are social and enjoy having fun at work! Extended background checks will be conducted as part of the final stage of the recruitment process. We welcome your application! What We Offer With us, you will perform work that is important to society, interesting, and developmental. We offer you secure employment terms, collective agreements, and insurance. But you also get to enjoy other wonderful benefits. Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at Karlstad Municipality at karlstad.se/jobbahososs Information about salary levels can be found here (select "Se lönestatistik"). This recruitment concerns AID code 151014. When you apply for a job with us, you will be asked to provide your CV and answer a number of questions where we ask you to describe your competence within the requested area. This means you should not attach a cover letter as part of your application. About Karlstad Municipality With us at the Municipal Management Office, you get to help shape the future Karlstad. We work to lead, develop, manage, support, and monitor operations in the Karlstad Municipality group – all for positive development for today's and tomorrow's Karlstad residents. We are approximately 300 employees who together focus on strategic and sustainable development in the municipality group, often in collaboration with the business community and other parts of society. Our mission includes, among other things, finance, law, procurement, HR, communications, and IT. We are also a driving force in the municipality's work with digitalization and innovation, where we develop smart solutions and new working methods that strengthen both service and efficiency. Do you want to help create the future Karlstad? In our Karlstad Municipality group, you can make a real difference. Here, every employee is an important part of the whole, and together we help each other realize our vision of "A better life in the Sun City." Come and grow with us! Other Information To ensure quality in the recruitment process and simplify communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application through our recruitment system and not via email or paper format. We decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this job posting. If you have protected personal data, you should not register your application documents in our recruitment system and should not send them via email either. Instead, contact the municipality's switchboard at 054-540 00 00 for further handling.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Physics (AI-Driven Recycling and Conversion of Plastic Waste)
Karlstad University has approximately 1,400 employees and 18,700 students distributed across two inspiring campus environments in Karlstad and Arvika. We are now seeking a postdoctoral researcher in physics. The position is focused on designing photocatalysts that can convert and increase the value of plastic waste. This is a short version of the complete job announcement. You can read the full announcement at: www.kau.se/jobba-hos-oss/jobb/lediga-anstallningar DescriptionThe Faculty of Health, Natural Sciences, and Engineering is announcing a postdoctoral position in physics. The position is focused on designing photocatalysts that can convert and increase the value of plastic waste. The research is conducted using computational modeling and AI-driven molecular design. The position is located at the Department of Engineering Science and Physics, which is one of the faculty's five departments. The department is characterized by a friendly, inspiring, and international environment, with employees from different parts of the world. The position is part of the research project SPECTRA (Horizon Europe EIC Pathfinder project), which aims to develop a multispectral sunlight-driven photoreforming process for selective depolymerization of mixed plastic waste. At Karlstad University, you will work on modeling and AI-driven design of homogeneous organic photocatalysts, with the goal of developing metal-free catalysts and predicting operating conditions for wavelength-selective conversion of plastic waste into valuable chemicals. You will work in an international and interdisciplinary research environment and collaborate with project partners in Sweden, the Netherlands, and Italy in areas such as photocatalysis, reactor engineering, optical systems, modeling, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability assessment. The position is intended as a merit-building position for junior researchers; therefore, we are seeking applicants who have completed their doctoral degree no more than three years before the application deadline. Work Tasks The main work tasks are to conduct computational research within the SPECTRA project and contribute to the development of working methods within modeling and AI. Read more about work tasks in the complete announcement. Qualifications To be eligible for the position, you must have completed a doctoral degree in physics, chemistry, computational materials science, or another closely related field, or have a foreign degree that is assessed as equivalent to a doctoral degree. The doctoral degree must be issued before the employment decision is made and no more than three years before the application deadline expires. Older degrees may be considered if there are special reasons, such as illness, parental leave, clinical service, positions of trust within trade union organizations, service within total defense, or other similar circumstances or assignments relevant to the field of study. For this position, you must also have: documented experience with molecular calculations based on DFT; documented experience with molecular dynamics simulations; good ability to communicate research results verbally and in writing in English. More information on qualification requirements can be found in Karlstad University's employment regulations. Assessment Criteria - see complete announcement Terms The position is a limited-term full-time employment for two years with start as soon as possible or by agreement. Extension may be possible. Application Read more about how to apply for the position and what should be attached to your application in the complete announcement. Application Deadline: August 2, 2026 We look forward to your application! Karlstad University has selected advertising channels for this recruitment and respectfully but firmly declines contact from advertising and recruitment companies.
Systems Developer
Description Would you like to contribute to safety and security in Swedish society? And do it at a workplace where we care about each other and work together? Then you've come to the right place! As a systems developer, you work in self-driven, responsible, and initiative-taking agile teams. Each day begins with a standup where your team reviews what you're working on and identifies any obstacles. You then continue with development – perhaps building on a microservice or improving an existing three-tier system. Later in the day, you collaborate with the business to transform needs into technical solutions. The day might end with you testing and documenting a new feature you've built. You might also look at how you can improve performance in existing systems – all with a focus on stability, value, and quality. Responsibilities As a systems developer, you will develop and maintain systems in both traditional three-tier solutions and microservice-based architecture. You will also support the business in formulating requirements. Competence development and collaboration with the business means you have the opportunity to grow both technically and in our business processes. Qualifications As a systems developer, you should have university or college education in systems science or computer engineering, or equivalent competence acquired in another way. a couple of years of professional experience with systems development in Java experience working with relational databases (MS SQL and/or IBM Informix) from a development perspective good ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing. It is advantageous if you have experience with microservices, REST, experience with Git and/or GitLab, and experience documenting solutions in a systematic way. Your Personal Qualities We want you to work well with other people and relate to them in a responsive and flexible way. You can work goal-focused and have the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. You also have the ability to be persistent, remaining motivated despite setbacks, and working until the project is complete. Terms We offer you a permanent full-time position that begins with a probationary period. Due to the nature of our operations, you cannot work from home, but we hope this will instead contribute to a clearer separation between work and leisure. You have the opportunity to exercise during work hours and a favorable health and wellness allowance. Read more about the benefits and terms we offer: Benefits and Terms - Swedish Enforcement and Probation Service The position is security-classified and we therefore conduct a security vetting with a record check according to the provisions of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed on war mobilization. We welcome a diversity of applicants with different backgrounds and look forward to your application. You do not need to write a personal letter to apply with us. Instead, we have chosen to focus on selection questions and your CV for unbiased recruitment. About Us At the Swedish Enforcement and Probation Service, we work to make Sweden safer. Our main task is to recruit, enroll in basic training, and register personnel in the war organization. We also conduct tests and assessments for other authorities, for example the Police and the Swedish Defence University. In short: we ensure that the right people end up in the right place in total defense. Meet some of our colleagues – on our website you'll find videos and interviews with some of us! Open to All We focus on your competence, not your other circumstances. We are open to adapting the role or workplace to your needs.
Project Administrator
Description The Real Estate Department is responsible for the municipality's properties and works to create attractive, accessible, and sustainable facilities. Our mission is to be long-term property owners, contribute to the city's development, and create good, attractive, accessible, and sustainable environments for the residents of Karlstad. You are welcome to join an operation that offers stimulating and varied work tasks with major challenges and excellent development opportunities. You will become part of the Property Projects unit where project managers drive major renovation and new construction projects from the planning phase to completed building and handover to operations and management. The team also includes administrators for housing adaptation grants, which contributes to a broad and varied operation with many contact points. We are looking for a project administrator who wants to play a central role in our construction and real estate projects. For us, the interaction between project management and information management is a prerequisite for quality, structure, and progress – and you will have an important role in this cooperation. Responsibilities As a project administrator, you will be an administrative hub in the projects and contribute to structure, quality, and progress throughout the process. In the role, you work closely with project managers and information managers and support both operational work and the development of working methods. Your responsibilities include: supporting project managers in planning, monitoring, and implementing projects, such as taking minutes, preparing decision-making materials, reports, and presentations working with project documentation and information management as well as structure in project rooms and archiving handling the release of documents and ensuring that information management guidelines are followed assisting with operational support, such as administrative procurement, work in systems such as E-Avrop, and preparing materials such as information and presentation materials contributing to the development of the unit's working methods, processes, and digital tools The role involves many contact points and you serve as a link between project management, information management, and other functions. You collaborate with project managers, information managers, administrators within housing adaptation, and other internal and external actors. Qualifications We are looking for someone with experience in administrative work who thrives in a role where you can combine structure, service, and collaboration in a project environment. You have at least upper secondary education and several years of experience in administrative work, preferably related to projects. You have good knowledge of Microsoft 365 and express yourself very well in Swedish, both orally and in writing. It is an advantage if you have experience from the construction or real estate industry as well as knowledge of document management, archiving, or information structure. We place great emphasis on your personal qualities. To succeed in the role, you are structured, thorough, and have a natural sense of order. You are service-oriented and have an easy time collaborating with different types of people. We are particularly looking for someone who has drive and an interest in developing working methods and contributing to improvements in the operation. You take initiative, see opportunities for development, and enjoy being part of strengthening and streamlining processes and working methods over time. You are communicative, build good relationships, and have the ability to drive your work forward both independently and together with others. A B driver's license is a requirement for the position. We offer Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at Karlstad Municipality at karlstad.se/jobbahososs Information about salary levels can be found here (select "See salary statistics"). This recruitment concerns AID code 152090. We warmly welcome your application! When you apply for a job with us, you will be asked to provide your CV and answer a number of questions where we ask you to describe your competence in the requested area. This means that you should not attach a personal letter as part of your application. About Karlstad Municipality The Technology and Real Estate Department, with approximately 600 employees, is responsible for a safe and beautiful environment, the municipality's drinking water, streets, parks, playgrounds, forest land, and internal services. The department also develops infrastructure, municipal properties, and manages the municipality's natural areas. Do you want to help create the Karlstad of the future? In Karlstad Municipality, you can make a real difference. Here, every employee is an important part of the whole and together we help each other realize our vision of "A better life in the City of the Sun". Come and grow with us! Other information To ensure quality in the recruitment process and simplify communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application via our recruitment system and not via email or paper format. We decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this advertisement. If you have protected personal data, you should not register your application documents in our recruitment system and should not send them via email either. Instead, contact the municipality's switchboard at 054-540 00 00 for further processing.
Exam Proctor
Sapere Aude – dare to be wise – is our motto. Our students and staff develop knowledge that benefits society and enriches individuals and the world. Our academic environment is characterized by curiosity, courage, and openness, with close connections between people, roles, subjects, and research. Our work is founded on equality, diversity, and a democratic perspective. We are located in Värmland, a nature-rich and culturally vibrant region where we serve as a driver for sustainable development through close collaboration with society. Karlstad University has approximately 1,400 employees and 18,700 students distributed across two inspiring campus environments in Karlstad and Arvika. Learn more about us at: kau.se/jobb Are you a team player with a strong service orientation who wants to work on an as-needed basis? If so, you might be the person we're looking for. We want to strengthen our team with people interested in working as exam proctors. Description The Education Support Division consists of the International Affairs and Collaboration Unit, the Student Support Unit, and the Education Service Unit. The latter handles the university's admissions, degrees, academic administrative systems, and exam coordination. For the Education Service Unit, we are seeking additional exam proctors ahead of the fall semester 2026 to work on an as-needed basis during examinations. You will meet students during their exams and support their administration. You will help ensure students have a positive experience while guaranteeing that exams are conducted fairly and in accordance with applicable regulations. Job Responsibilities As an exam proctor, you have an important role. You will help ensure that exams are conducted fairly and that exam regulations are followed during the examination. The main responsibilities include maintaining order during the examination, monitoring and supervising students during the exam period. This also includes tasks such as attendance verification, admission of students, collection of completed exams, and certain administrative duties. The work also requires being well-versed in exam regulations to provide clear information and instructions to students in both Swedish and English. Exams are conducted both digitally and in paper format and take place at Karlstad University's facilities. You will be part of a team working together to provide students with a positive experience during their examinations. Who Are We Looking For? You must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous work or studies at a university or college is desirable, as is experience with tasks involving verification of information and compliance with regulations or similar work. To succeed and thrive as an exam proctor, you need sufficient knowledge and experience using computers. You should also have good proficiency in Swedish and English (both spoken and written). Interacting with students is a major part of the work, so you need strong customer service skills. To handle unforeseen situations that sometimes arise, you must be stress-resilient and solution-oriented. It is also important that you are organized, thorough, and work well in a team environment. You cannot be a student at the university and simultaneously work as an exam proctor at Karlstad University. We place great importance on personal qualities. Terms of Employment As an exam proctor at Karlstad University, you will be hired for each individual occasion and paid hourly. The number of work assignments offered varies based on needs. You will receive offers when needs arise, which varies throughout the terms. Working hours are weekdays and weekends, both daytime and evening, when exams are held. Application You apply through the university's web-based recruitment system Varbi. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring your application is complete in accordance with the announcement, that any documents in languages other than Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, or English are translated, and that your qualifications are documented in a way that allows for substantive and qualitative assessment. A complete application must be submitted by the application deadline. An incomplete application may result in your qualifications not being reviewed in all aspects. Documents you wish to be included in your application should be attached to the digital application. Name each uploaded document clearly to indicate its contents. Your application should include: CV Copies of relevant certificates confirming the qualifications listed in your CV Statement of language proficiency. Application Deadline: August 9, 2026 Reference Number: REK2026/172 We welcome your application! Karlstad University has made a medieval agreement for this recruitment and therefore declines contact from advertising sales representatives and recruitment service providers. HR Excellence in Research Karlstad University received the HR Excellence in Research award in September 2020. This award is given to employers with a stimulating work environment and favorable conditions for researchers who continuously work to develop these. The award demonstrates the institution's commitment to fair and transparent recruitment as well as favorable professional development for researchers. Learn more at kau.se/hrs4r.
Education Administrator VAL, Temporary Position
Sapere Aude – dare to be wise – is our motto. Our students and employees develop knowledge that benefits society and enriches both individuals and the world. Our academic environment is characterized by curiosity, courage, and openness, with close connections between people, roles, subjects, and research. Equality, diversity, and a democratic approach form the foundation of our work. We are located in Värmland, a nature-rich and culturally vibrant region where we serve as a driving force for sustainable development in close collaboration with society. Karlstad University has approximately 1,400 employees and 18,700 students distributed across two inspiring campus environments in Karlstad and Arvika. Learn more about us at: kau.se/jobb Position Description The Teacher Education Office serves as a shared and cohesive administrative resource for the university's teacher education program. The department supports the dean in leading the university's teacher education, teacher education-related research, and collaboration within the teacher education field. The office handles matters for the Teacher Education Board (LUN) and its various committees, and provides support to departments, program leaders, teacher educators, and student teachers. The office is also responsible for handling practice teaching (VFU) matters as well as admissions and study planning for students under the VAL regulations. Continuing Education for Teachers (VAL) is a supplementary education program for active professionals in early childhood education and school settings who do not yet hold relevant qualifications. It is a government assignment regulated by specific ordinances and is shared with seven other higher education institutions. The assignment focuses on increasing the proportion of qualified preschool teachers and teachers. We are now seeking an education administrator to work with study planning, case handling, guidance, and study administration tasks within the VAL program. Key Responsibilities As an education administrator in VAL, you will be part of a local and national team that works creatively, solution-oriented, and positively on new assignments. In this role, you will conduct eligibility assessments and create study plans for applicants, process cases, and provide qualified guidance to prospective and current students. Case handling and planning are performed in various study administration systems. Administrative and editorial tasks are also included. The work involves numerous internal and external contacts and representing VAL in different contexts. The tasks vary from day to day and throughout the year. You have considerable freedom in organizing your daily work in consultation with your team colleagues. This also requires the ability to plan and prioritize among a wide range of tasks. Qualifications We are looking for someone with a relevant academic degree or equivalent. Current experience with study administration work at a university or higher education institution, as well as experience with NyA, LADOK, and Canvas are advantageous. It is particularly valuable if you have worked with admissions, study guidance, and course administration for teacher education programs. To succeed in this role, you need the ability to understand, interpret, and apply the regulations governing admissions, eligibility assessment, credit transfer, and degrees. You must be able to independently investigate, assess, and handle cases according to applicable regulations. The role involves many contacts, which requires you to be service-oriented, communicative, and collaborative. You are organized, thorough, and solution-focused, and take responsibility for driving your work forward with high quality. You express yourself very well in spoken and written Swedish and have good ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing. All employees at Karlstad University must also have a strong ability to collaborate and treat colleagues and students with respect. They must also take responsibility for both the operations and their own work, and contribute to a good work environment. Terms of Employment The position is fixed-term and comprises 50 percent of full-time. Employment begins September 1, 2026, or by agreement. The employment is valid through July 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension. Application Applications are submitted through the university's web-based recruitment tool Varbi. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring your application is complete in accordance with this announcement, that any documents in languages other than Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, or English are translated, and that your qualifications are documented in a way that allows for fair and substantive evaluation. A complete application must be submitted by the application deadline. An incomplete application may result in your qualifications not being fully assessed. Your application should include: Curriculum vitae (CV) Cover letter describing your qualifications in relation to the position's content Copies of grades, certificates, and diplomas Two references, at least one from a previous or current supervisor Application Deadline: August 14, 2026 Reference Number: REK2026/176 We look forward to receiving your application! Karlstad University has taken medieval measures for this recruitment and we therefore decline contact with advertising sales representatives and recruitment service providers. HR Excellence in Research Karlstad University received the HR Excellence in Research award in September 2020. The award is given to employers that have a stimulating work environment and good conditions for researchers and continuously work to develop these. The award demonstrates the institution's commitment to fair and transparent recruitment as well as favorable professional development for researchers. Learn more at kau.se/hrs4r.
Psychologist at the Clinic for Emotional Instability
Your Workplace The Clinic for Emotional Instability is a specialist outpatient clinic within psychiatric care. We serve patients throughout the Värmland region. Our team includes physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and administrative staff. We are a well-functioning DBT team with all components of DBT. We offer individual therapy, group skills training, and 24-hour phone consultation. In addition to therapy work, we focus on work rehabilitation and quality psychiatric medical care. The team continuously works to improve as a team and to support each other in becoming better therapists. Your Responsibilities As a psychologist in the DBT team, you will primarily work with individual therapy, group skills training, and phone consultation. When needed, you will conduct other psychiatric treatments and assessments. The clinic also has a consultative role regarding emotional instability and provides education, supervision, and other consultative services as appropriate. As a psychologist at the clinic, you should have training in DBT. If you are not already a trained DBT therapist, you will advantageously complete the training in fall 2026, which will be funded by the region. Your Knowledge and Competencies We are looking for a licensed psychologist with experience working in psychiatric care. Meritorious qualifications include experience working in a DBT team, as well as experience with individuals with emotional instability and/or self-harm behavior. Since certain work with this patient group involves trauma-focused treatments, experience in this area is a merit. We are looking for someone who is confident in themselves and takes responsibility for their work. You work independently, drive your tasks forward, and have the ability to make your own decisions. You are flexible and adapt easily when circumstances or priorities change. Even during periods of high work pace or complex tasks, you maintain focus and work in a structured manner. You find it easy to create and develop good relationships and contribute to good collaboration through attentive and respectful communication. We will place significant emphasis on personal qualities. We warmly welcome your application! About Region Värmland We are here so that everyone living in this region has good health and well-being and so that our region is attractive and competitive. We make a difference in healthcare, dental care, public transportation, regional development, and culture and education. We meet people at life's most important moments and in all the everyday moments in between. Our vision is world-class quality of life. Learn more about what it is like to work with us, our benefits, and follow us on social media. Do you also want to work for everyone in Värmland? We welcome your application. Other Information As of June 7, 2026, the EU's pay transparency directive applies—for increased transparency and fair wages. Information about collective agreements can be found on SKR's website, Collective Agreements - SKR In connection with potential employment, we may ask you as an applicant to provide an extract from the police criminal record register. Before employment in psychiatric care, care for people with disabilities, care for children or youth, the employer conducts a check in the police's suspicion and criminal record register. An entry in this register may affect your eligibility for employment. If you have a protected identity and wish to apply, we ask you to contact the Competency Supply Unit HR via the Region's switchboard at 010-831 50 00. You will then receive help submitting your application without it being processed in Varbi. Remember to only include information relevant to the current position. In preparation for the recruitment process, Region Värmland has made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this announcement.
Project Engineer - Risk and Occupational Health Manager at Regionfastigheter
Do you want to be part of developing safe and sustainable healthcare environments in a forward-thinking organization? Regionfastigheter is now seeking a risk and occupational health engineer with a key role in managing risks in complex construction projects. Your Workplace Regionfastigheter is an important support function within Region Värmland, responsible for developing, managing, and operating the region's real estate. We create sustainable, functional facilities for healthcare and other operations. Regionfastigheter has approximately 100 employees in project management, facility management, and operations. Currently, several major real estate projects are underway – including Nya CSK, one of the region's largest development projects. Regionfastigheter provides services and facilities to support the Region's operations. Through construction, installation, and renovation projects, we manage and enhance property value. Advanced technology, artistic design, and a focus on sustainability issues characterize our processes and ensure that indoor and outdoor environments contribute to safety, well-being, and trust. We own approximately 450,000 square meters of our own facilities and lease an additional approximately 100,000 square meters. We are a development-oriented real estate organization and lead the way in our environmental work. Safe and efficient operations require functional facilities and modern technical equipment. Construction projects such as renovations, new buildings, and earthwork are therefore a natural part of the real estate environment. However, these projects also pose risks to ongoing operations, including dust spread, noise, and interruptions in critical supplies such as electricity, gas, and ventilation. The organization is in a development phase where work on risk management and occupational health in construction projects is being strengthened and systematized. The position of risk and occupational health engineer is a newly established key function. This work involves close collaboration between operations, the real estate organization, and external stakeholders. You will organizationally belong to the real estate project team, collaborating with various functions and roles depending on where in the process the matter or project is located. Your Responsibilities As a risk and occupational health engineer, you are responsible for leading and coordinating risk management work in construction projects, with emphasis on healthcare environments. You ensure that risks to patients, staff, and visitors are identified, analyzed, and managed in a structured manner and that work is conducted according to established procedures and processes. The role involves both operational participation in individual projects and strategic responsibility for developing and improving working methods over time. You work to minimize disruptions in construction project implementation, ensure that decided measures are carried out, and follow up and evaluate their effectiveness. Furthermore, you are responsible for developing and systematizing work on occupational health from a client perspective, where the focus is on ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and guidelines. Work is carried out in close collaboration with operations, contractors, consultants, and functions such as BAS-P and BAS-U. Your Knowledge and Competencies We are looking for someone with relevant post-secondary education in construction, technology, occupational health, safety, or equivalent, or who has acquired equivalent competence through work experience. You may, for example, have a background as a project engineer or in a similar role. You have several years of experience working in construction projects or with risk and occupational health matters and have good understanding of complex or business-critical environments. You have strong analytical skills and experience developing and implementing working methods and processes. Additionally, you have experience leading, coordinating, or coordinating work between different stakeholders and the ability to work independently and make well-founded decisions. It is advantageous if you have experience working in healthcare environments or other operations with high demands for continuity and safety. Experience working in the client role or from a client perspective is also advantageous, as is knowledge of occupational health legislation and related regulations in construction and infrastructure projects. To succeed in this role, you are organized and have a systematic approach to work. You are independent and driven, with the ability to take responsibility and move work forward. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and are communicative and relationship-building. You thrive in collaboration with various functions and have a good overview of the bigger picture. Furthermore, you are flexible and stable, even in changing and complex environments. About Region Värmland We exist so that everyone living here can feel good and so that our region is attractive and competitive. We make a difference in healthcare, dentistry, public transportation, regional development, and culture and education. We meet people in life's most important moments and in all those everyday moments in between. Our vision is world-class quality of life. Learn more about what it's like to work with us and our benefits, and follow us on social media. Do you also want to work for everyone in Värmland? We welcome your application. Other Information From June 7, 2026, the EU's Pay Transparency Directive applies - for increased transparency and fair wages. Information about collective agreements can be found on SKR's website, Collective Agreements - SKR. In connection with possible employment, we may ask you as an applicant to provide an extract from the police's criminal record register. Before employment in psychiatric care, care for people with disabilities, care of children or young people, the employer performs a check in the police's suspicion and criminal record register. A result in this register may affect your opportunity for employment. If you have a protected identity and want to submit an application, we ask you to contact the HR Competency Supply Unit via the Region's switchboard at 010-831 50 00. You will then receive help submitting your application without it being handled in Varbi. Remember to only include information relevant to the current position. In preparation for the recruitment process, Region Värmland has decided on recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this announcement.
Substitute Teacher for Preschool and School
Grums Municipality is part of the Karlstad region and is located on the shores of Lake Vänern, a 20-minute drive from Karlstad. Working with us, you'll enjoy all the benefits of working in a small municipality. Here, we have jobs that matter. Together, we make a difference every day, each in our own way but always with the municipality's residents in focus. By following our core values, we create a welcoming municipality where there is commitment, participation, professionalism, and work satisfaction. We are now seeking substitute teachers for preschool, grades F–3 and after-school care, as well as grades 4–9 for the fall term. You can choose to work in one or more of our operations based on your interests and experience. As a substitute teacher, you are an important part of the municipality's welfare mission and contribute to creating security, learning, and a positive daily life for our children and students. Through our Vikariebanken system, you control which days you can work. This makes the work flexible and easy to combine with studies or other activities. At the same time, you'll get varied assignments where no two workdays are the same. With us, you make a difference! 5 position(s). WORK TASKS When regular staff are absent, our children and students need a reliable and dedicated substitute. We offer work in the following areas: • Preschool In preschool, you work with children aged 1–5 years. You help create a safe, educational, and stimulating environment by participating in play, activities, and daily routines together with the children and other staff. • Preschool class, primary grades, and after-school care In grades F–3 and after-school care, you work with children aged approximately 6–10 years. You support students during the school day and in after-school care by contributing to a safe and positive learning environment. Tasks may include assisting with instruction, activities, and breaks. • Middle and upper secondary grades In middle and upper secondary grades, you work with students aged approximately 10–16 years. You support the operations by helping students with their schoolwork, contributing to a focused and safe environment, and following the planning of the regular teacher. QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for someone who has a genuine interest in working with children and young people. To thrive in the role, it is important that you are responsible, confident, and attentive to children's and students' needs. You have good collaboration skills while being able to work independently when the situation requires it. As a substitute teacher, you need to be flexible and proactive, since workdays can vary and assignments are sometimes assigned with short notice. You have a positive attitude and contribute to creating a safe and stimulating environment for children and students. We value that you can build good relationships with children, students, guardians, and colleagues. Requirements for the position are a completed upper secondary education and good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written. Experience working with children and young people, relevant education, and a Class B driver's license are merits. Of course, you share our core values of being professional, welcoming, engaged, and participatory! In our operations, everyone who is to be employed to work with children and young people must, according to law (2000:873), present a valid certificate from the Police's criminal record register. The form can be ordered free of charge at www.polisen.se either to a digital mailbox (e.g., Kivra) or via mail. When ordering by mail, the processing time is approximately one to two weeks. Salary form: Hourly wage. Employment form: Fixed-term employment. Duration: Start date by agreement. Working hours: Daytime. To ensure quality in the recruitment process and enable good communication with our applicants, we ask that you submit your application digitally and not by post or email. In Grums Municipality, we want diversity in the workplace and to utilize the qualities that an equal gender and age distribution as well as ethnic and cultural diversity bring to our operations. We warmly welcome your application! By submitting your application, you agree that your personal information will be used in accordance with applicable data protection legislation so that Grums Municipality can provide the support and services the municipality is responsible for. Read more at grums.se/personuppgifter. Offers of recruitment and advertising assistance are not solicited.
Personal Assistant
Grums Municipality is part of the Karlstad region and is located on the shores of Lake Vänern, a 20-minute drive from Karlstad. With us, you get all the benefits of working in a small municipality. Here we have jobs that matter. Together we make a difference every day, each in our own way but always with the municipality's residents in focus. By following our core values, we create a welcoming municipality characterized by engagement, participation, professionalism, and joy in work. We are now seeking a personal assistant – a role where your presence, commitment, and care make a real difference in another person's daily life. The assignment is characterized by responsibility, collaboration, and a responsive approach, where we support each other and work together to create security, quality, and meaningful daily life for the person we are here to support. Are you interested in working in one of the most rewarding jobs you can have? Take the chance and apply now! With us, you make a difference! 2 position(s). WORK TASKS Working as a personal assistant means becoming an important part of another person's everyday life. You are there as a trusted support in both small and large tasks, from helping with personal care and practical household chores to creating structure, accompanying them on activities, and contributing to a meaningful and active day. The role is as much about presence and responsiveness as it is about practical tasks. You help make daily life function, but also make it pleasant, secure, and full of opportunities. As an assistant, you become someone the client can trust, someone who notices details, adapts to their daily condition, and always works with respect for the individual's integrity and wishes. This is a job for you if you like making a real difference. Both care and HSL services are included in the work tasks. QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for someone with a strong interest in working with people and who has high work ethics. You should be driven, confident, and not afraid of challenges. You should be comfortable working independently and able to make autonomous decisions. It is also important to be able to function in a work team. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability. We appreciate it if you have care education or personal assistance training. It is an advantage to have previous experience in the assistance profession. You must have a valid B driver's license for manual transmission and an approved high school diploma. Before employment, you must provide an extract from the criminal record register (extract for care homes), in accordance with applicable regulations. The extract can be ordered free of charge via polisen.se. Of course, you share our core values of being professional, welcoming, engaged, and participatory! Salary form: Monthly salary. Employment form: Permanent employment. Duration, start date: By agreement. Working hours: Shift work. Varying over day, evening, and weekends. Long shifts. To ensure the quality of the recruitment process and enable good communication with our applicants, we ask that you submit your application digitally and not by mail or email. At Grums Municipality, we want diversity in working life and want to utilize the qualities that an equal gender and age distribution as well as ethnic and cultural diversity bring to our operations. Warm welcome to your application! By submitting your application, you agree that your personal data may be used in accordance with applicable data protection legislation so that Grums Municipality can provide the support and services the municipality is responsible for. Read more at grums.se/personuppgifter. Offers of recruitment and advertising assistance are declined.
IT Coordinator
Description Would you like to contribute to safety and security in Swedish society? Then you've come to the right place! We are looking for an IT coordinator who will join our existing coordinator function and, together with other teams, drive the development of our IT environment to ensure that the organization has efficient, stable, and user-friendly IT solutions. As an IT technical coordinator, you will become part of an established function and work in close collaboration with the business, IT department teams, and other coordinators. Responsibilities As an IT technical coordinator, you will work with IT department teams to plan activities and lifecycle management of user-facing technology and help streamline our deliveries and internal processes. You will work both within internal IT management and participate in projects and procurements to ensure IT technology requirements are met. Examples of responsibilities: Coordinate IT assignments both within the unit and with other business areas. Plan, drive, and follow up on activities within IT technology and IT workplace. Streamline and improve IT deliveries within IT technology and operations. Develop, improve, and follow up on internal IT processes, routines, and management. Monitor and follow up on contracts, licenses, and call-offs with suppliers. Qualifications We want you to have post-secondary education in IT or other education or experience that is deemed equivalent. You should also have: Several years of work experience with support, installation, and management of user-facing IT technology. Experience managing and driving improvements in IT processes and routines. Good technical knowledge of user-facing IT components such as printers, clients, operating systems, M365, mobile telephony, and video conferencing systems. Strong communication skills in both Swedish and English, spoken and written. It is advantageous if you have: Worked as a process manager within ITIL or as an IT-oriented management leader. Experience with IT architecture or IT requirements specification in procurements. We see that you have the ability to take responsibility for your tasks and that you can structure and drive processes forward on your own. You can also set and maintain planned timeframes. You also have the ability to work well with complex issues, where you can analyze and break down problems to find solutions. You also have the ability to work well with other people, where you can relate to them in a responsive and flexible manner. Terms We offer you a permanent full-time employment that begins with a trial period. Due to the nature of the business, you cannot work from home, but we hope this instead contributes to a clearer separation between work and leisure. With us, you get up to 35 vacation days depending on age. You will have the opportunity to exercise during work hours and a favorable wellness allowance. The employment is classified as sensitive due to national security, and we will therefore conduct a security vetting with background checks according to the provisions of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in the war organization. We welcome diversity among applicants with different backgrounds, and we look forward to your application. You do not need to write a personal letter to apply to us. Instead, we have chosen to focus on selection questions and your CV for unbiased recruitment. About Us At the Duty and Test Board, we work to make Sweden safer. Our primary task is to conscript, enroll personnel in basic training, and register personnel in the war organization. We also conduct tests and assessments for other authorities, such as the Police and the Swedish Defence University. In short: we ensure that the right people end up in the right place in total defense. Meet some of our employees – on our website you will find videos and interviews with some of us! Open to Everyone We focus on your competence, not your other circumstances. We are open to adapting the role or workplace to your needs.
IT Technician - Network and Security Specialist
Description Do you want to contribute to safety and security in Swedish society? Then you've come to the right place! We are now recruiting an IT technician with a focus on network and security who wants to contribute with their technical skills and commitment to ensuring that our networks and IT systems are protected against various types of threats, cyber attacks, and data breaches. You will join a team with colleagues in multiple locations and together you will work to achieve our common goals. Responsibilities In the role of IT technician with a focus on network and security, the work is varied and examples of responsibilities include: operation, development, and management of the agency's network infrastructure, IT systems, and IT security solutions. configuration and automation of network environments and security products. monitoring and troubleshooting of networks and IT security products. Qualifications We require you to have upper secondary education or higher with a focus on technology and/or IT security, or equivalent work experience that the employer considers appropriate. You should also have: several years of professional experience in the role of network technician very good knowledge of routing, switching, and network design experience in network security and segmentation. knowledge and experience with operation and administration of Cisco solutions within the network and security field, good communication skills in both Swedish and English, both written and spoken It is advantageous if you have: current certifications in the network and security field experience with network and security applications in Kubernetes platforms worked with log management or vulnerability scanning experience in managing proxy and reverse proxy solutions Your personal qualities: We see that you have the ability to take responsibility for your tasks and that you can independently structure and drive processes forward. You are also able to set and maintain planned timelines. You have the ability to work well with complex issues, where you can analyze and break down problems to find solutions. You also have the ability to work well with other people, where you can relate to them in a responsive and flexible manner. Terms We offer you a permanent full-time position starting with a probationary period. Due to the nature of the business, you cannot work from home, but we hope this can instead contribute to a clearer separation between work and leisure. With us, you receive up to 35 vacation days depending on age. You will have the opportunity to exercise during work time and receive a favorable wellness allowance. The position is classified and we therefore conduct a security clearance with background check in accordance with the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in the war organization. We welcome a diversity of applicants with different backgrounds and we look forward to your application. About Us At the Duty and Testing Board, we work to make Sweden safer. Our main task is to recruit, enroll in basic training, and register personnel in the war organization. We also conduct tests and assessments for other authorities, such as the Police and the Defence University. In short: we ensure that the right people end up in the right place in total defense. Meet some of our employees – on our website you will find videos and interviews with some of us! Open to Everyone We focus on your competence, not your other circumstances. We are open to adapting the role or workplace according to your needs.
Wellness Instructor / Pool and Sports Hall Worker at Sundstabadet
Description Sundstabadet is a modern and welcoming facility where our guests can swim, exercise, relax, and enjoy themselves. We offer Karlstad residents a wide range of activities that contribute to a healthier and more sustainable life. Our goal is for every visitor to have a safe, positive, and memorable experience with us. We are now recruiting wellness instructors / pool and sports hall workers for several temporary positions of varying lengths up to approximately 1 year, with the possibility of extension. Job Responsibilities A position at Sundstabadet is varied, and your tasks will vary between swimming lessons and pool supervision, which are part of the role as a pool and sports hall worker. If you also have experience leading group fitness classes, you have the opportunity to include that responsibility as well and work as a wellness instructor with us. We offer courses from baby swimming to adult swimming, and depending on your knowledge and interests, you could become an instructor in one of these. In our relaxation area, we offer aufguss experiences where we create relaxing moments as you perform fragrant sauna sessions for our guests. For us, service and hospitality are crucial. We are here for all Karlstad residents, and therefore we ensure that our visitors are met with a safe, inclusive, and fresh environment. Cleaning around the pool areas is therefore an important and natural part of the work. Together with your colleagues, you deliver a complete experience for our visitors that reflects Sundstabadet's values. The facility is open 360 days a year, from morning to evening, which means varying work hours. Qualifications To be suitable for the position, you need to: be able to swim according to Guldbojen requirements be able to dive to a depth of 3.8 meters have experience working in a service profession where you regularly met customers/visitors in an active and dynamic environment be confident in meeting many different people and be able to contribute to an equal and inclusive experience for all our guests have good knowledge of Swedish in both speech and writing For the wellness instructor role, experience leading group fitness classes is also required. This is assessed through a work trial at the interview. It is advantageous if you have: experience from swimming facilities, for example swimming lessons or pool supervision training as a swimming instructor according to Svenska Livräddningssällskapet experience with group fitness knowledge of languages other than Swedish a driver's license, as assignments at other facilities within the operation may occur We are looking for someone with a strong service mindset and the ability to adapt to changing situations. You are flexible, collaborative, and contribute to a positive work environment for both guests and colleagues. Is this you we are looking for? Don't wait to submit your application as we are conducting ongoing selection and may fill the positions before the application deadline. For questions about the position, you can contact Jonas until 7/22 and Erika from 7/23. See contact details below. Warm welcome with your application! We Offer Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work in Karlstad Municipality at karlstad.se/jobbahososs Information about salary levels can be found here (select "See Salary Statistics"). This recruitment concerns AID code 452014. When you apply for a job with us, you will be asked to submit your CV and answer a number of questions where we ask you to describe your competence in the requested area. This means you should not attach a personal letter as part of your application. About Karlstad Municipality The Culture and Recreation Department is responsible for the municipality's swimming and sports facilities, youth centers, playground parks, libraries, and art in public spaces. We operate Alsters Manor – Gustaf Fröding's memorial estate, the theater cinema Arenan, Skaparverkstan, Youth House, and Seniors House. Our approximately 240 employees create good conditions for sports, culture, and association activities. Sundstabadet offers something for everyone. Here there is a swimming experience whether you want to SWIM or RELAX. Sundstabadet is one of the country's largest swimming facilities with close to 400,000 visits annually. Operations are open 360 days per year. Our target groups are all Karlstad residents as well as the general public, school students, associations, and visitors to Karlstad. Do you want to help create the future of Karlstad? With us in the Karlstad Municipality group, you can make a real difference. Here every employee is an important part of the whole, and together we help realize our vision of "A Better Life in the City of Sun." Come and grow with us! Other Information To ensure quality in the recruitment process and simplify communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application through our recruitment system and not via email or paper format. We decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this advertisement. If you have protected personal data, you should not register your application documents in our recruitment system and should not send them via email. Instead, contact the municipality's switchboard at 054-540 00 00 for further processing.
Nurses for Medical Acute Care Department
Your Workplace At Heart and Acute Medicine, the patient is always at the center. We work to provide safe and secure care of high quality, and we know that this is achieved through engaged employees, good leadership, and a work environment where we thrive and develop together. Department 56 is part of the Heart and Acute Medicine Clinic and has 17 care beds as well as a day care facility where we provide medical acute care and cardiology. Here you will encounter an exciting mix of medical conditions that require quick decisions and skilled interventions. Our nurses work daily with advanced medical technology and cardiac monitoring – something that makes the work both challenging and developmentally rewarding. With us, you become part of a large and competent team centered around the patient. In addition to nurses, doctors, and nursing assistants, we work closely with pharmacists, receptionists, and discharge coordinators. Together we create a care environment where both patients and staff are in focus. With us, you have the opportunity to develop both professionally and personally. Work on MAVA is varied and gives you broad competence within acute care. You gain experience caring for patients with various medical conditions, often in acute and complex situations. Your Work Tasks As a nurse with us, you will receive competency development through internal and external training in acute medical care and cardiology expanded areas of responsibility, such as mentoring students, coaching, or participation in improvement and development work career paths in both clinical specialization and leadership, where you can grow further as a specialist nurse, team leader, or in other roles within the organization a supportive work environment with a close and competent team, where we learn from each other and develop together. In short – at Department 56, you get a workplace where you can both broaden and deepen your competence while contributing to developing the future of acute care. As a nurse on our medical acute care department, you have a central and responsible role in patient care. You lead and coordinate daily care activities and are a key person in patient interactions, always working closely with doctors, nursing assistants, and other professionals on the team. Your work tasks include, among other things: Medication management in collaboration with the pharmacist. Specific care for acute and complex conditions, such as BiPAP, OptiFlow, and cardiac monitoring. Round work together with the team. Documentation and follow-up of care interventions. With us, you work in a varied and developmentally stimulating environment where you have the opportunity to broaden your competence and use your knowledge fully. We offer a workplace with strong team spirit, short decision-making paths, and a culture where we support each other in our daily work. Your Knowledge and Competence We are looking for you who are a licensed nurse with a good ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing. You are confident in your professional role, have good self-awareness, and can distinguish between the personal and professional in your interactions with patients and colleagues. You work well in collaboration, are attentive and communicate clearly, while handling challenges and conflicts constructively. Your empathetic ability allows you to understand others' perspectives without absorbing their emotions, and you have a clear communication style that ensures messages get across and expectations are clear. You work in a structured manner, plan and prioritize effectively, and meet established deadlines. Experience in heart and/or acute care is desirable but not required. Do you want to work in an environment where you can grow, use your competence to the fullest, and feel the strength of a united team? Then Department 56 is the right place for you. About Region Värmland We are here so that everyone living here can feel well and so that our region is attractive and competitive. We make a difference in healthcare, dental care, public transportation, regional development, and culture and education. We meet people at life's biggest moments and in all those everyday moments in between. Our vision is world-class quality of life. Read more about what it's like to work with us and our benefits, and follow us on social media. Do you also want to work for everyone in Värmland? We welcome your application. Other Information From June 7, 2026, the EU's pay transparency directive applies – for increased transparency and fair wages. Information about collective agreements can be found on SKR's website, Collective Agreements - SKR In connection with any employment, we may ask you as an applicant to provide an excerpt from the police criminal records register. Prior to employment in psychiatric care, care of people with disabilities, care of children or young people, the employer performs a check in the police suspect and criminal records register. A positive result in this register may affect your opportunity for employment. If you have a protected identity and want to submit an application, we ask you to contact the Competency Supply Unit HR via the Region's switchboard at 010-831 50 00. You will then receive help submitting your application without it being processed in Varbi. Remember to only include information that is relevant to the current position. In connection with our recruitment work, Region Värmland has taken a stance on recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this advertisement.
Preschool Teacher at Daggkåpan Preschool
Description As a preschool teacher, you make a difference every day. You help create a safe, developmental, and educational environment where children have the conditions to grow, learn, and believe in their own abilities. With us, you have the opportunity to influence children's futures while developing in a stimulating and meaningful role. We are now seeking a preschool teacher for Daggkåpan Preschool for a temporary position during the school year 2026/2027. Daggkåpan Preschool is located in a residential area in Skattkärr and is characterized by close collaboration among educators. Together, we have developed a shared pedagogical platform that permeates education and work across all departments. This creates strong community, a clear thread throughout the operation, and a sense of unity among both children and staff. In our work, we start from a shared theme that creates conditions for joyful learning. We are inspired by a play-based pedagogical approach where play, curiosity, imagination, and participation are important parts of children's daily lives. All departments work based on the same theme, adapted to the children's ages, maturity, and interests. This way, we bring the curriculum to life and create an operation where learning, joy, and community go hand in hand. Job Responsibilities At Daggkåpan Preschool, you will work as a preschool teacher in a department for children ages 1–3 years. You are well versed in the preschool's pedagogical mission and governing documents and have an important role in creating a safe, stimulating, and developmental education for the children. You plan, implement, document, and follow up on instruction based on the curriculum's goals as well as the children's needs, interests, and development. Together with your colleagues, you design learning environments that awaken children's curiosity, play, creativity, and desire to learn. As part of Daggkåpan Preschool, you actively contribute to systematic quality work through reflection, analysis, and development of the operation. We expect you to take responsibility for your role, show great commitment to children's learning and development, and want to be an active part of Daggkåpan Preschool's continued development work. Qualifications We are looking for you who are a certified preschool teacher or are awaiting your certification. To succeed in the role, you need to be able to take responsibility for your work and make decisions based on the operation's goals and needs. You strive to achieve good results and have the ability to maintain focus even when the pace is high or the challenges are complex. In interaction with colleagues, you contribute to open and respectful collaboration where different perspectives are valued. By creating engagement and direction in the work team, you are a driving force in pedagogical development work. The position will be filled if required decisions are made. Information About the Recruitment Due to summer vacation, we will begin screening and interviews in early August, which is why the application period is longer. Questions about the position will be answered after August 4. What We Offer Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work in Karlstad Municipality at karlstad.se/jobbahososs Information about salary levels can be found here (select "See salary statistics"). This recruitment concerns AID code [402010]. When you apply for a job with us, you will need to provide your CV and answer a number of questions where we ask you to describe your competence in the requested area. This means you should not attach a personal letter as part of your application. About Karlstad Municipality The Children and Youth Administration is responsible for preschools and schools for approximately 13,200 children and students and is the municipality's largest administration with just over 2,400 employees. We have preschools, family day care homes, open preschools, preschool classes, primary schools, adapted primary school, after-school centers, and cultural schools, and we also work with children and student health issues. We prepare children for the future. Want to help create the Karlstad of the future? In the Karlstad Municipality group, you can make a real difference. Here, every employee is an important part of the whole, and together we help realize our vision of "A better life in Solstaden." Come and grow with us! Other Information To quality-assure the recruitment process and simplify communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application via our recruitment system and not by email or paper format. We decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this advertisement. If you have protected personal information, you should not register your application documents in our recruitment system or send them by email. Instead, contact the municipality switchboard at 054-540 00 00 for further handling.
Childcare Teacher at Daggkåpans Preschool
Description As a childcare teacher, you play an important role in creating a safe and stimulating environment where children can learn and develop as individuals. By engaging in children's play and activities, you help them develop social and emotional skills while building their confidence and independence. We are now seeking a childcare teacher for Daggkåpans Preschool for a temporary position during the 2026/2027 school year. Daggkåpans Preschool is located in a residential area in Skattkärr and is characterized by close collaboration among educators. Together, we have developed a shared pedagogical platform that guides education and work across all departments. This creates a strong sense of community, a clear continuity throughout the organization, and a sense of unity among both children and staff. Our work is based on a shared theme that creates conditions for joyful learning. We are inspired by a play-based pedagogical approach where play, curiosity, imagination, and participation are important parts of children's daily lives. All departments work from the same theme, adapted to children's age, development level, and interests. In this way, we bring the curriculum to life and create an organization where learning, joy, and community go hand in hand. Responsibilities As a childcare teacher at Daggkåpans Preschool, you will work in a department with children aged 1–3 years. You are an important part of the team led by preschool teachers and together you are responsible for creating a safe, stimulating, and developmental education based on the preschool curriculum, other governing documents, and the needs and interests of the children. In this role, you actively participate in planning, implementing, documenting, and developing educational activities. You help create learning environments that inspire curiosity, discovery, and a desire to learn. An important part of the task is also to build safe relationships with children, guardians, and colleagues, as well as contribute to good teamwork. We are looking for someone who takes responsibility for their role, is engaged in the organization's development, and sees collaboration and communication as natural parts of daily work. Together, we work to provide every child with the best conditions for development, learning, and well-being. Qualifications We are looking for someone who is a trained childcare teacher through upper secondary or post-secondary education equivalent to at least 1300 points. As a person, we see that you are flexible and adapt easily to different situations and needs in the organization. You are stable and confident in your professional role, which creates trust with both children and colleagues. We value your ability to collaborate well, as the work is based on creating a stimulating and safe environment together. Additionally, you are relationship-oriented and have the ability to build positive and trustful relationships with children, guardians, and colleagues. Does this sound like something for you? Submit your application today – we look forward to hearing from you! The position will be filled if required decisions are made. About Karlstad Municipality The Department of Children and Youth is responsible for preschools and schools for approximately 13,200 children and students and is the municipality's largest department with over 2,400 employees. We have preschools, family daycare homes, open preschools, preschool classes, primary schools, adapted primary school, after-school care centers, and cultural schools, and we also work with child and student health issues. We prepare children for the future. Would you like to be part of creating the future Karlstad? At Karlstad Municipality, you can make a real difference. Here, every employee is an important part of the whole, and together we help realize our vision of "A better life in the Sun City." Come grow with us! Other Information To ensure quality in the recruitment process and simplify communication with our applicants, we ask that you submit your application through our recruitment system and not via email or paper format. We decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this notice. If you have protected personal information, you should not register your application documents in our recruitment system or send them via email. Instead, contact the municipality's switchboard at 054-540 00 00 for further processing.
Specialist Doctor in Internal Medicine at the Department of Internal Medicine
Region Värmland is committed to providing equitable and accessible healthcare where residents are at the center. We take responsibility for ensuring that good health and sustainable development go hand in hand – both for those we care for and for you as an employee. Here in Värmland, you get a combination of meaningful work and a life with proximity to forests, lakes, and rich recreational opportunities. Our hospital in Karlstad is modern and well-equipped, and we have close and well-functioning collaboration within the department of internal medicine, primary care, and highly specialized clinics in Örebro, Uppsala, and Gothenburg. Your Workplace The Department of Internal Medicine in Karlstad includes the specialties of pulmonology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, hematology, rheumatology, and geriatrics. The Heart Clinic and Kidney Clinic are operated as separate units. We are also building a new internal medicine ward. To meet the growing needs and future development of our operations, we are now seeking additional staff members who want to contribute to our continued growth and development. The department of internal medicine is characterized by strong cohesion, short decision-making paths, and a positive educational climate. Here you will quickly become part of the team – an important member who makes a difference for patients every day. We Offer: A well-structured specialist training program with guidance from internal medicine specialists. The opportunity to combine broad internal medicine competence with subspecialization. Opportunities for research. Weekly training sessions within the clinic and within the specialist training group. Time for independent study one half-day per week. A work environment where we support and encourage one another. All the benefits that Region Värmland offers. Read more about benefits on our website. Your Responsibilities You will receive comprehensive and high-quality internal medicine training covering the full spectrum of internal medicine. As a specialist doctor, you will work a varied schedule that includes ward work, on-call duty, outpatient clinic, and rotations. You will develop a clear individual training plan tailored to your goals and the clinic's needs. In addition to the specialty-specific program, you will participate in Region Värmland's well-regarded courses (Ethics, Law, and Leadership), training that provides you with tools to grow both professionally and personally. Your Knowledge and Competencies We are looking for someone who has: Swedish medical license with authorization to practice in Swedish healthcare by the start date. Interest in specializing in internal medicine. Good collaboration skills and a solution-oriented approach. Good knowledge of Swedish at a minimum of C1 level. A doctoral degree and active research are advantageous but not required. As a person, you have good maturity and are confident in yourself, which enables you to handle different situations with sound judgment and respect. You are flexible and comfortable with the fact that conditions in daily life can change quickly. Collaboration is a natural part of your work approach, and you contribute to a positive work environment. Through your empathetic ability, you treat colleagues and patients with attentiveness, while working in a structured and organized manner. About Region Värmland We exist so that everyone living here thrives and so that our region is attractive and competitive. We make a difference in healthcare, dental care, public transportation, regional development, and culture and education. We meet people in life's most important moments and in all the everyday moments in between. Our vision is world-class quality of life. Read more about what it's like to work for us, our benefits, and follow us on social media. Do you also want to work for everyone in Värmland? We welcome your application. Other Information Starting June 7, 2026, the EU's wage transparency directive applies – for increased transparency and fair wages. Information on collective agreements is available on the SKR website, Collective Agreements - SKR In connection with a possible employment, we may ask you as an applicant to provide an extract from the police criminal records register. Before employment within psychiatric care, care for people with disabilities, care of children or young people, the employer will conduct a check of the police's suspicion and criminal records register. A record in this register may affect your eligibility for employment. If you have a protected identity and wish to submit an application, we ask you to contact the Skills Supply Unit HR via the Region's switchboard at 010-831 50 00. You will then receive help submitting your application without it being processed in Varbi. Remember to only include information that is relevant to the current position. In connection with our recruitment work, Region Värmland has made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this job posting.
Chief Economist for Grums Municipality
Grums Municipality is part of the Karlstad region and is located on the shores of Lake Vänern, a 20-minute drive from Karlstad. Working with us, you get all the benefits of working in a small municipality. Here we have jobs that matter. Together, we make a difference every day, each in our own way but always with the municipality's residents in focus. By following our values, we create a welcoming municipality characterized by engagement, participation, professionalism, and work satisfaction. The Finance Department is part of the Municipal Management Office and consists of a Chief Economist plus three controllers and two accountants. With us, you make a difference! 1 position(s). JOB RESPONSIBILITIES We are now seeking an engaged, strategic, and development-oriented Chief Economist who wants to lead and develop the municipality's finance function. As Chief Economist, you have a central role in the organization and actively contribute to creating sound financial management and long-term conditions for the municipality's operations. In this role, you are responsible for the municipality's overall financial management and lead the work with budgets, follow-up, financial statements, annual reports, and financial analyses. You provide important support to municipal leadership, department heads, and political representatives, and you are responsible for preparing decision-making materials that contribute to well-founded strategic decisions. You have personnel, operational, and budget responsibility for the finance department and work in an inclusive manner to develop both employees and work methods and processes. QUALIFICATIONS We are seeking someone with an academic degree in economics, accounting, or other education that the employer considers equivalent. You have several years of experience in qualified financial work in a leadership position and a good understanding of public administration and municipal finance. You have experience with budget processes, financial management, financial statements, and annual reports, as well as leading operations, employees, and finances. If you have experience working closely with political leadership and in a politically governed organization, we see that as a merit. We would like to see that you have a high level of digital maturity and an interest in how digitalization and technological development can contribute to more efficient work methods and better decision support. It is also a merit if you have experience in development accounting and property economics, as these areas play an important role in the municipality's long-term development and investments. As a person, you are a confident and clear leader who builds trust and engagement. You have the ability to see the bigger picture and translate financial analyses into strategic and operations-related decisions. You communicate in a pedagogical and inspiring way and can explain complex financial relationships to politicians, managers, and employees alike. At the same time, you are analytical, structured, and thorough, and you have a knack for identifying risks, opportunities, and development areas. You build good relationships and cooperate trustfully with both employees and managers as well as labor organizations and political representatives. With inclusive leadership, you drive development and change initiatives in a way that creates participation and results. With us, you have the opportunity to influence the development of Grums Municipality and contribute to creating the best possible value for municipal residents, operations, and employees. Of course, you share our values of being professional, welcoming, engaged, and participatory! Salary form: Monthly salary. Employment form: Permanent employment. Duration: Start date: 2026-10-01. Start date by agreement. Working hours: Daytime. To ensure quality in the recruitment process and enable good communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application digitally and not by mail or email. At Grums Municipality, we want diversity in the workplace and want to take advantage of the qualities that an equal gender and age distribution as well as ethnic and cultural diversity bring to our operations. Warm welcome with your application! By submitting your application, you agree that your personal data will be used in accordance with applicable data protection legislation so that Grums Municipality can provide the support and services for which the municipality is responsible. Read more at grums.se/personuppgifter. Offers of recruitment and advertising assistance are declined.
Student Assistant in Mechanical Engineering (Formula Student)
Sapere Aude – dare to be wise – is our motto. Our students and employees develop knowledge important to society that enriches individuals and the world. Our academic environment is characterized by curiosity, courage and openness, with close connections between people, roles, subjects and research. The foundation of our work is equality, diversity and a democratic approach. We are located in Värmland, a nature-rich and culturally vibrant region where we serve as a driving force for sustainable development in close collaboration with society. Karlstad University has approximately 1,400 employees and 18,700 students distributed across two inspiring campus environments in Karlstad and Arvika. Learn more about us at: kau.se/jobb Are you curious about a career in academia or looking for extra work alongside your studies? Take the opportunity to become a student assistant and build your competence, strengthen your CV and gain valuable references for your future job search! Description The Faculty of Health, Natural Sciences and Engineering is seeking a student assistant in mechanical engineering for the Department of Engineering Science and Physics. A student assistant is a student who, alongside their studies, works part-time on activities such as laboratory work, supervision or administration related to ongoing courses. The Department of Engineering Science and Physics, characterized by a pleasant, inspiring and international atmosphere with employees from many parts of the world, has approximately 60 staff members. We offer, among other things, engineering degree programs in mechanical engineering, innovation engineering & design and electrical engineering, master's degree programs in industrial economics, mechanical engineering and technical physics, as well as doctoral programs in industrial economics, materials engineering and physics. The department runs a student project, Formula Student, where students alongside their studies design and build a racing car. The project runs for one year and participants compete within an international regulatory framework. The student group operates as a team under the name Clear River Racing Job Responsibilities The main duties consist of project management and coordination of the Formula Student project. In this role, you will work with the university's advisor in recruiting a management team for the project (group leaders for various project groups). You will have frequent meetings with this management team during the course of the project. The work involves responsibility for ensuring that sponsor relations continue smoothly. You also have responsibility for ensuring invoices are coded and paid on time. It falls within your area of responsibility to ensure that project members comply with the university's rules and policies and maintain good relations with external parties. You are also responsible for ensuring that all necessary competition documentation is prepared and submitted on time. You will become part of the department and are expected to participate in meetings and maintain contact with both university staff and students in the project. To contribute to a good work environment and development of activities, we would like you to be present and contribute to the daily work and community, according to the arrangement agreed with the study director and based on the scope of the employment. Eligibility Requirements Only those admitted to education at basic or advanced level may be employed as a student assistant (HF 5 ch §10). You must be admitted to one of the degree programs in mechanical engineering at Karlstad University and have completed at least four terms, and have remaining study time until graduation of at least the equivalent length of the employment. Assessment Criteria It is of particular importance that you have good academic results. We also place special emphasis on strong ability to collaborate, as well as the ability to independently drive and complete assigned tasks within the set timeframe. It is of great importance that you have good verbal and written proficiency in both Swedish and English, good administrative ability and that you have a commitment to the work. Terms The employment is fixed-term and covers 5-10% of full-time. Work may be scheduled flexibly over time and is arranged by agreement. Work duties are conducted mainly on-site at Karlstad University. The employment is fixed-term for the fall term 2026, with a start date of 2026-08-10 or by agreement, but no later than 2027-08-31. Extension may be possible. The salary for student assistant positions follows the local collective agreement with a fixed monthly salary. Application With your application, please attach well-documented qualifications. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the advertisement, and that any documents in languages other than Swedish, Norwegian, Danish or English are translated. The complete application must be submitted by the end of the application period. An incomplete application may result in your qualifications not being assessed in all respects. The application should include: cv cover letter, describing your qualifications and interests in relation to the position copies of grades and any previous diplomas and certificates certificate of ongoing studies (or admission letter) All documents you wish to be part of your application should be attached to the digital application (not just links). Name each uploaded document clearly to indicate what it contains. Application Deadline: XX XX 2026 Reference Number: REK2026/177 We welcome your application! HR Excellence in Research Karlstad University received the HR Excellence in Research award in September 2020. The award is given to employers who have a stimulating work environment and good conditions for researchers and continuously work to develop these. The award demonstrates the institution's commitment to fair and transparent recruitment as well as favorable professional development for researchers. Learn more at kau.se/hrs4r.