Lyngdal kommune
We want to, we dare to
Lyngdal municipality is committed to providing good services, managing society's resources and contributing to local community development. We are a forward-leaning municipality in growth – with room for even more.
Photo: Ole Brattfjord / Lyngdal kommune
Our mission to society
As the local governing authority, we are to provide good services, manage society's resources and contribute to local community development.
With the slogan "We want to, we dare to", the municipality aims to reflect a culture marked by drive and courage. Lyngdal municipality's identity is that of a forward-leaning and bold municipality, one that values community and continuous improvement.
Our activities are shaped primarily at the intersection of local self-governance and service delivery. The task is not just to deliver services, but to ensure that important decisions are made as close to residents as possible, by people who know the local community and its needs.
The organization is governed politically according to the executive committee model, where the municipal council, as the highest body, adopts goals, plans, budgets and financial frameworks. Day-to-day administrative management is responsible for putting political decisions into action and ensuring sound operation of the entire organization.
In short
- Lyngdal merged with Audnedal municipality in 2020
- The municipality stretches around 80 kilometers, from Korshavn in the south to Sveindal in the north
- Governed according to the executive committee model, with the municipal council as the highest body
- Eco-Lighthouse certified, with a focus on sustainable operations and environmental considerations
Visible through services and support for volunteer work
We are visible in the local community through the services offered to residents – and we support the great initiatives run by voluntary clubs and associations.
Photo: Ole Brattfjord / Lyngdal kommune
A merged municipality with great diversity
Following the merger with Audnedal in 2020, Lyngdal now stretches around 80 kilometers, from Korshavn in the south to Sveindal in the north, encompassing both coastal areas and inland regions. As a result, the municipality consists of many different local communities with varying needs.
This means the municipality must provide services to residents living both centrally and in more scattered areas. At the same time, it offers a broad foundation for business, agriculture, outdoor recreation and tourism.
We are committed to providing services that reflect the diversity within the municipality – and in Norway as a whole.
Lyngdal lower secondary school and the town center with its square.
Welcome to a workplace
Openness and inclusion
The culture at Lyngdal municipality is characterized by openness, inclusion and collaboration, with an emphasis on knowledge-sharing and good interaction across departments.
Trust and responsibility
The work environment is characterized by trust, with room for responsibility, learning and professional development. Employees and managers recognize each other's efforts.
Everyday support
There is a culture of supporting and helping one another in day-to-day work, which creates a positive and developmental work environment.
Working with us
Employees are given development opportunities through various forms of skills enhancement and through strong peer groups made up of diverse expertise, where we learn from one another.
With a focus on a good work environment and culture-building among employees generally, new hires find support in getting involved in leisure activities and integrating into the municipality.
We are always keen to attract talented people. Lyngdal is an exciting municipality undergoing rapid development. We're fortunate to have strong population growth, but there's room for even more. So you are very welcome.
Contact person
Kristin OpsahlHR AdvisorFeel free to get in touch if you'd like to join the team.
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