The Office for Spatial Development Graubünden (ARE) shapes the future of our unique alpine living environment.
With around 35 dedicated employees, we are committed to using land as a scarce resource responsibly and balancing the diverse demands on our living space.
Our responsibilities range from implementing the government's spatial planning policy guidelines to supporting local and regional planning, and reviewing building applications outside building zones.
Key requirements
Ability to work independently, in a structured, customer- and solution-oriented manner
Team-oriented, communicative, flexible, and resilient
Good knowledge of the canton of Graubünden and its social conditions
Experience or knowledge in urban design and architecture
Strong communication skills and fluent written and spoken expression
Knowledge of another cantonal language is an advantage
Kantonale Verwaltung Graubünden is located in Chur, Canton of Graubünden. Cross-border workers need a G Permit, renewable annually, to work in Switzerland. The Canton of Graubünden applies withholding tax at variable rates on gross income, and since 2024 the New Tax Agreement introduces concurrent taxation between Italy and Switzerland.
Swiss social contributions include AVS (5.3%), unemployment insurance (1.1%) and LPP (occupational pension). Use our free tax simulator to calculate your net salary and compare the cost of living between Switzerland and Italy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the net salary for a cross-border worker in Graubünden?
Net salary depends on gross income, marital status and number of children. In the Canton of Graubünden, withholding tax ranges from about 2% to 15%. In the administration sector in Graubünden Use our simulator for a personalised calculation.
Do cross-border workers need Swiss LAMal health insurance?
New cross-border workers since 2024 must enrol in Swiss LAMal within 3 months of starting work. Premiums vary by canton, insurance model and deductible. Compare premiums with our LAMal comparator.