Bureau/Department/Section Chief of Local Branch Bureau
ちほうしぶぶきょくのきょくぶかちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
A managerial position in a local government's branch bureau that oversees policy planning, budget management, and organizational operations, leading the bureau's business execution.
Description
The bureau/department/section chief of a local branch bureau is a managerial position in the local government's branch bureau responsible for policy planning at the bureau level, budget formulation and management, staff personnel management, and organizational operations. They engage in coordination and collaboration with central government ministries, other bureaus, and municipalities to implement measures aimed at solving regional issues and promoting regional development. Additionally, they handle bureau business plan formulation, progress management, reporting and explanation tasks, crisis management responses, and more, exercising leadership to lead the team.
Future Outlook
With the promotion of local creation and regional revitalization, and the advancement of administrative DX accompanying the Digital Agency's initiatives, the demand for personnel skilled in bureau management and specialized knowledge will continue to increase.
Personality Traits
Can Make Fair and Impartial Judgments / Excellent Communication Skills / Has Coordination Skills / Has Leadership / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Flexitime System / Meeting and Coordination Tasks / Partial Remote Work Possible
Career Path
General Public Servants (Senior) → Assistant Section Chief → Section Chief → Department Head → Bureau Chief → Head of Local Government
Required Skills
Budget Management / Coordination with Related Organizations / Document Creation / Knowledge of Laws and Ordinances / Organizational Management / Personnel and Labor Management / Policy Planning and Analysis
Recommended Skills
Crisis Management / Information Literacy / Language Proficiency / Leadership / Public Servant Ethics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because coordination and negotiation with diverse stakeholders are necessary. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it is a role that proactively sets and advances the bureau's direction. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to formulate the bureau's business plans and resource allocation. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to solve regional issues and administrative challenges is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to the wide range of coordination tasks and heavy responsibilities. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because collaboration with various professions and other departments is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work with little physical labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Local Public Service Senior Examination
- National Public Service Comprehensive Recruitment Examination
Aliases
- Department Head
- Local Bureau Chief
- Section Chief
Related Jobs
- Bureau/Department/Section Chiefs in Central Government Ministries
- Department Heads in Prefectural Government Offices
- Local Government Officials (Senior Positions)
- Section Chiefs in City Offices