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Deputy director, head of the general services department

Observatoire de Paris · State civil service

En français : Adjoint au directeur, chef du service des moyens généraux

This job in plain words

The head of the general services department runs the Paris Observatory's policy on logistics, fire prevention and security. The job is based in Paris and Meudon, and includes managing teams and possibly acting as director when he or she is absent.

Open to non-civil servants Remote work possible

Can you apply?

Civil servants (titulaires) and contract staff (contractuels) can apply. The job is category A.

Category
Category A (executive)
Diploma
Higher education, level 4 to 6
Experience
5 to 10 years in the relevant fields
Contract
Civil servants (titulaires) and contract staff (contractuels). Contract length not stated.

The profile they want:

  • Master logistics methods and fire and security equipment techniques.
  • Know how higher education institutions work.
  • Have experience in project management and managing change.
  • Know hygiene, safety and fire regulations.

What you would do

  • Manage contracts and service agreements for the department.
  • Lead the pole heads and teams of the department.
  • Monitor the department’s budget and finances.
  • Check that hygiene and safety rules are applied by teams and contractors.
  • Advise management on logistics and security policy.

How to apply

Apply by email, as stated on the official offer page.

Documents to send:

  • CV
  • Cover letter

Good to know:

  • Full time, 37h35 per week.
  • Remote work possible depending on service needs.
  • Based in Paris and Meudon; on-call duty and technical standby possible.
  • Position vacant from 1 May 2026.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official offer. Only the offer published on Choisir le Service Public counts: read it before you apply. Source: Choisir le Service Public (DGAFP), Etalab 2.0 licence.

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