der Dienstposten
Translation
post, position, appointment, official post
Examples
Er hat einen neuen Dienstposten erhalten.
He has received a new post.
Dieser Dienstposten wurde öffentlich ausgeschrieben.
This position was publicly advertised.
Grammar Patterns
to get/accept ((a post)) einen Dienstposten bekommen/annehmen He got a new official post.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stelle (position), Amt (office), Position (position)
Etymology
Composed of 'Dienst' (service, duty) and 'Posten' (post, position).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'post' where you perform your 'Dienst' (duty), typically in public service.