New youth welfare office manager Götz: Vision for Regensburg's families!

New youth welfare office manager Götz: Vision for Regensburg's families!

Johann Götz took over the management of the youth welfare office at the Regensburg district office in August 2025. This position was previously vacant for a long time and has now been filled again in order to meet the high demands in the youth welfare sector. Götz has more than 17 years of management experience at the Federal Employment Agency, where he held important specialist and management positions.

In his new role, Götz will take responsibility for the interests of children, young people and families in the region, a task that he sees as a personal matter close to his heart. Götz's professional career includes studying at the Federal University of Applied Sciences as well as positions such as Head of Controlling and Finance in Nuremberg and Managing Director for Benefits Granting in Munich and for Mediation and Consulting in Regensburg.

Approach and focus

Götz sees his main tasks as strengthening child protection, prevention and early support and support for families. In this context, he plans to work closely with various educational institutions such as daycare centers and schools as well as with independent providers and other partners. A central concern is to secure existing offers and to promote the implementation of legal reforms, including the Child and Youth Welfare Inclusion Act.

One of the biggest challenges Götz identified is prioritization in the face of limited financial resources. He recognizes that in his new role he must listen respectfully and develop viable solutions to meet the diverse needs of clients. District Administrator Tanja Schweiger officially welcomed Götz to his new position and highlighted the extensive qualifications he brings with him.

Requirements and qualifications

The position of youth welfare office manager requires a completed degree in social pedagogy, social work or a similar social field of study. Several years of professional experience, ideally in a managerial position, is an advantage. Advanced training such as administration course II is often required. The main tasks of the role include the organization and management of the youth welfare office, personnel management and the development of strategic concepts for youth welfare. This also includes managing budgets and ensuring compliance with legal regulations.[berufsbild.com]

The salary structure for youth welfare office managers is usually between 60,000 and 80,000 euros gross annually, depending on factors such as federal state, municipality and professional experience. Opportunities for career advancement are available, for example to higher administrative levels or specialized positions within other municipal institutions. In addition, there are positive prospects for the future, as the social need for youth welfare services remains high.[berufsbild.com]