Leading youth figure appointed to Regensburg Regional Council
Johann Götz has stepped into a new challenge, taking on the position of the Youth Office at the Regensburg District Administration. The role, which has been vacant for some time, is a significant change for Götz, who has spent over 17 years at the Federal Employment Agency.
Götz's interest in children, young people, and families in the region played a crucial role in his decision to take on this new position. His background in the Federal Employment Agency, where he held various specialist and leadership positions, including as head of the Controlling and Finance department in Nuremberg and managing director for benefit payment in Munich and for placement and advice in Regensburg, will undoubtedly prove valuable in his new role.
During his years at the Employment Agency, Götz faced numerous challenges, including the aftermath of the financial crisis, the Corona pandemic, and the refugee crisis. He looks back on these years gratefully, stating that unity, commitment, and reliability were invaluable during these times.
In his new role, Götz's primary focus is child protection, prevention, early support, and family assistance. District Administrator Tanja Schweiger, who has officially welcomed Götz in his new position, praises his qualifications, long-standing experience in leading larger organizations, experience in social law, and cooperation with committees and politics.
Financial resources are limited, and Götz sees the greatest challenge as setting priorities, securing existing offers, and implementing legal reforms such as the Children and Youth Welfare Inclusion Act. Balancing the different expectations of employees, partners, and the public is another challenge he must face in his new role.
Close and trusting cooperation with schools, free carriers, and other partners is considered particularly important by Götz. He is ready to listen respectfully, value the experiences of his new colleagues, and develop sustainable solutions step by step. His extensive knowledge in managing complex structures and leading large teams will undoubtedly prove beneficial in this regard.
For Götz, this new position is not just a professional challenge but also a personal matter close to his heart. His experiences in his previous role inspire him to take on new challenges in his new position at the Regensburg District Administration.
Götz attended the Fachhochschule des Bundes (Federal University of Applied Administrative Sciences) before starting his career at the Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Federal Employment Agency). His qualifications, combined with his long-standing experience, make him well-equipped to meet the requirements of the head of the Regensburg District Youth Office.
In conclusion, Johann Götz is poised to bring his wealth of experience and commitment to his new role at the Regensburg District Youth Office. His focus on child protection, prevention, early support, and family assistance, coupled with his ability to balance the expectations of various stakeholders, promises a promising future for the Youth Office.
