Etat de Vaud is the governmental administration of the Canton of Vaud in Switzerland, established in 1803 and headquartered in Lausanne. It serves over 800,000 residents across more than 300 municipalities in French-speaking Switzerland (Romandy). The canton's Grand Council comprises 150 elected members who oversee a broad range of public responsibilities spanning education, justice, health, environment, mobility, security, social support, and territorial planning.
The administration operates a Digital Portal providing comprehensive online services that allow citizens to manage tax declarations, permits, business authorizations, and various civil matters. This reflects the canton's commitment to digital technologies as a core component of public service delivery. Etat de Vaud also promotes innovation in healthcare and sustainability, and supports research initiatives and technology transfer between universities and industry partners.
As a public-sector employer, Etat de Vaud offers roles across a wide spectrum of government functions, from administrative services to digital infrastructure supporting its online platforms. The canton's geographic position in Romandy, Switzerland's French-speaking region, places it within a broader ecosystem of academic institutions and technology enterprises.
