Vacant job

Salem Municipality is a vibrant and safe place where nature and green spaces are always close at hand. Just over 17,000 people live here, and just over 1,000 companies have their operations here. In Salem, the municipality's activities are developed in close dialogue with the residents. The municipality has nearly 1,000 employees, and the operations are characterized by our core values: sustainability, safety, and participation. We are proud that our operations often show very good results. Salem is a welcoming and inclusive municipality where everyone feels at home.

Summer Temporary Worker for Financial Assistance

Do you want to make a difference for people and at the same time gain valuable experience in public administration?

We are now looking for an engaged summer temporary worker for the Financial Assistance unit. With us, you will have the opportunity to work in a activity that supports people on their path to self-sufficiency and increased independence.

About the Assignment

As a summer temporary worker, you will work together with experienced social secretaries within financial assistance. The tasks include, among other things:

• Processing applications for financial assistance according to the Social Services Act.
• Investigating, assessing, and making decisions based on current legislation and guidelines.
• Contacting clients, authorities, and other cooperating parties.
• Documenting and following up on cases.
• Contributing to supporting individuals towards self-sufficiency.

The work involves both independent responsibility and close collaboration with colleagues.

We are looking for you who

• Are studying to become a social worker or have another relevant higher education degree.
• Have good knowledge of the Social Services Act and an interest in public administration.
• Are responsible, structured, and have a good ability to make decisions.
• Have a professional and respectful approach.
• Enjoy collaborating and building good relationships.

Experience of working within financial assistance or other public administration is meritorious.

We offer

• A developing and meaningful summer job.
• Introduction and support from experienced colleagues.
• The opportunity to gain practical experience in social work and public administration.
• A workplace characterized by collaboration, engagement, and development.

Employment Type

Summer temporary position during the period June–August 2026 or as agreed.

Application

Welcome to submit your application by 2026-06-20. Selection and interviews may take place on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to receiving your application!

To ensure quality in the recruitment process at Salem Municipality and to enable good communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application digitally and not via email or paper format. It is also important that you fill out your application carefully as your merits will be weighed against other applicants.

We warmly welcome your application! In connection with the recruitment work, Salem Municipality has taken a stance on recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore expressly decline contact with media sellers, recruitment sites, and similar.