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SECTION 1: THE ROLE Each local authority can arrange with An Garda Sióchána for School Traffic Wardens to patrol places where schoolchildren cross public roads. The school traffic warden’s role is to ensure that primary-school children cross public roads safely on their way to and from school. The Gardaí and school traffic wardens are the only officials in Ireland who have the authority to stop other vehicles on public roads. The law governing the appointment of School Traffic Wardens is the Road Traffic Act, 1961 (Section 96). School traffic wardens usually work in the mornings, at lunchtime and in the evenings, when children are most likely to cross the road to go to or from school. School Traffic Wardens wear a distinctive uniform (a high-visibility coat and hat). They must also carry a distinctive sign (a white disc with a red border and the word ‘Stop’ in the centre). By displaying this sign, the School Traffic Warden has the power to stop the traffic to enable schoolchildren to cross the road in safety. Traffic must remain stopped as long as the warden displays the sign. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties shall be such as may be assigned to the officer from time to time by the local authority. These duties may include:- 1. Reporting for duty promptly at the specified times and locations assigned, under the direction of the Supervisor. 2. The Warden must operate strictly in accordance with the instructions for School Wardens (as per Garda/Cork County Council training) at all times. 3. The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising a duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the general public, at all times in compliance with Cork County Council’s Health and Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations, will be the primary responsibility of all School Wardens. 4. The school warden will use the statutory uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the public roadway. This requires carrying of the official Stop sign at all times and to ensure that the uniform is kept in a clean neat condition. 5. Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. 6. If the Warden has any trouble in controlling, or encounter disobedience by the children, they should inform the Principal of the school concerned. Any disobedience by traffic in general should be reported forthwith to the Gardai. 7. The Warden should never break up organised convoys, wedding, funerals, parades, or hold up fire appliances or ambulances for the purpose of allowing children to cross but wait for suitable opportunities when they have passed. 8. Report any problems or difficulties to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. 9. All accidents at the crossing point involving the Warden in the operation of his/her duties must be reported immediately after the duty period by telephone, to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. All relevant details must be recorded including car make/model, registration number, name of drivers/pedestrians involved, time and date of accident. The names/addresses of any witnesses must be recorded also and a written report is to be submitted to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices within the following 3 days. 10. The Warden must not attempt to apportion blame to any person nor admit liability on his/her (or the Council’s) own part. 11. In connection with the hours of duty any changes made by the school to their class times, which affect your duty periods, must be notified to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character and will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the post. 2. Health Each Candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. The Council reserves the right to retire a Warden who in the opinion of the Council’s medical advisor is medically unsuitable to discharge his/her duties effectively due to age or infirmity. 3. Education, Experience Each candidate must have a good general education of a sufficient standard to enable that person to understand fully and carry out the duties of the post. An ideal candidate will: A. Operate at all times at the designated crossing point. This crossing point cannot be altered however temporarily by any person/body other than Cork County Council (with Garda Approval). B. Comply with safety policy and directive in force from time to time and must wear the uniform and carry the sign at all times while on duty. C. Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation. D. Co-operate with the familiarisation/instruction of other employees where appropriate. E. Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently. SECTION 4: TENURE The employment is for the duration of the school year. The employment is part-time and pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill vacancies for School Warden Scoil Mhuire N.S, Buttevant, which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. Sick leave does not apply to this part-time employment, however, depending on the number of hours worked a warden may be entitled to claim Disability Benefit from the Department of Social Welfare. The local authority shall require person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them. SECTION 5: SALARY The wage for the post is: €19.03 basic per hour. Payment will not be made in respect of normal school holiday periods, i.e. summer, Christmas or Easter or other. The wage shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The contract may be terminated at any time subject to normal legal requirements. SECTION 6: LOCATION OF POST The position will be at Scoil Mhuire N.S, Buttevant, Co. Cork. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises, or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Holders of the office shall reside in the Municipal District in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SECTION 7: WORKING HOURS The Warden will be required to operate punctually at all times when children are crossing. The hours of work will be determined by the Principal of the school concerned. Please note that times are subject to change at the Council’s discretion. Hours of Duty: As per the school or as required. N.B. The times are subject to review, having regard to changes in class starting/finishing times and/or changing crossing patterns. SECTION 8: ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave will, if applicable be in accordance with the terms of the Holidays Employees Act, 1973 as amended by the workers Protection (Regular Part-Time Employees) Act, 1991. Please note particularly the Council will determine the times at which annual leave may be taken having regard to the absolute priority of having the school crossing operated while children are attending school. For those who are not entitled to annual leave, the same criteria will apply to unpaid leave of absence. SECTION 9: GARDA VETTING Successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the post.
Basketball Development Officer
The Basketball Development Officer – Grade IV is a key post within the Sports Section of Cork City Council. The section sits within the Directorate of Corporate and Community Affairs. The successful candidate will be committed to providing participation opportunities for all sections of the community in various basketball activities across Cork City and County. Working with organisations including local authorities, schools and governing bodies, the primary goal is to ensure that suitable programmes and training services are in place at local and national levels. Working from Cork City Council’s Corporate Plan this role will also involve using Basketball to promote social inclusion in sport in Cork City specifically among young people while providing participation opportunities for groups and areas which may not have access to sports activities currently. The role is expected to use initiative, work to a high standard, and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Your responsibilities may include: Salary The salary scale for the post is: €35,260 - €37,366 - €40,355 - €42,318 - €44,035 - €45,696 - €47,938 - €49,560 - €51,210 (Max) – €52,768 (LSI 1) - €54,367 (LSI 2) In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale at the minimum point. Hours of Duty The standard working week will be 35 hours per week. The role may, on occasion, include evening and weekend work. Holders of the post may be called for duty at any time in accordance with arrangements made by local authorities. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. Garda Vetting This post will come within the scope of the Local Authorities Garda Vetting Scheme. Please consult our Candidate Information Booklet where further information on Garda Vetting can be found
Programme Manager - Housing Delivery
THE ROLE Cork City Council invites applications, on the official application form, from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary and vacancies for the post of Programme Manager – Housing Delivery – Grade 8 (5 Year FTC) may be filled. The Programme Manager for Housing Delivery will work within the Housing Directorate and form part of the senior management team reporting to the Director of Service and will work with other City Council officials and external stakeholders in the development and delivery of a Housing Delivery Strategy and Delivery programme for Cork City Council and/or any necessary actions under Housing for All or any subsequent national strategy. DUTIES The key duties and responsibilities of the post will include: • Be responsible for the development and successful delivery of a comprehensive Delivery Plan aligned with national housing strategies (e.g. Housing for All, National Disability Strategy, and all future housing plans and strategies) and meet housing targets and objectives as outlined in such strategies. • Provide strategic direction to all housing projects under their remit, to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards, and in a coordinated way with all internal and external stakeholders. Overseeing developments at various stages of the development life cycle from early concept, acquisition, planning, design, procurement through to delivery and handover. • Anticipate challenges, manage risk, and navigate the complex housing delivery environment to deliver on targets and objectives • Efficiently manage and provide clear leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary team of technical and administrative staff, as well as external teams, to align with organisational priorities • Build and maintain strong partnerships with government agencies, Approved Housing Bodies, private developers, and other key stakeholders and be proactive in the development of such partnerships. • Oversee planning, procurement, and delivery programmes and develop, manage and oversee budgets for all projects • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, funding conditions, and quality standards as well as the management of both internal and external governance processes • Represent the Housing Directorate and the organisation on various internal and external working groups as required including Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) meetings, Local Area Committee meetings, and meetings with external stakeholders to include Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage, the Housing Delivery Coordination Office, the Housing Agency, the Land Development Agency, and Approved Housing Bodies • Undertake such other specific functions as required from time to time. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – a) hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in a relevant discipline and / or a minimum of five years satisfactory experience at senior management level. b) possess a high standard of training, experience and knowledge, to include commercial and legal knowledge, and experience and understanding of residential development delivery or large-scale infrastructure/capital works programme delivery; c) possess a high standard of management experience, to include the management of multidisciplinary teams, preferably within the area of housing delivery. 4. Driving Licence Holders of the office may be required to drive a car in the course of their duties and therefore are required to hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from disqualifications. Desirable Skills: The ideal candidate should: • Have project management experience of multi-million-euro delivery of housing programmes and/or capital infrastructure programmes in an urban environment, including the ability to prepare project briefs/business case analysis and carry out project assessment and appraisals. • Expertise in financial governance, including budgeting, forecasting and reporting and ability to assess risk and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects • Have experience of the residential/property development process including the planning and legal systems, in particular the Part 8 Planning procedure for residential development, including engagement and communication with relevant stakeholders, elected members and reporting to Council meetings and the media. • Have commercial knowledge and understanding, together with an ability to demonstrate focus, resilience, organisation, and methodology at senior management level • Demonstrate effective stakeholder engagement skills (both internal and external stakeholders) and experience in securing co-operation and consensus with a range of bodies and representative groups. Have the ability to confidently challenge proposals with the aim to improve outcomes and efficiencies. • Have knowledge of public sector procurement policies and procedures • Demonstrate experience of project finance and budget management and ensuring value for money. • Demonstrate interpersonal, communication, presentation and influencing skills and an excellent work ethic with a keen interest in pushing projects forward. • Proven ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of strategic projects. • Have good knowledge and awareness of statutory obligations of Health & Safety Legislation, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • Have an understanding of the current public policy environment within the Housing sector across Ireland • Demonstrate a proven ability in the following competency areas: Strategic Management and Change, Performance through People, Delivering Results and Personal Effectiveness. Salary The salary scale for the post is: €80,165 -€80,880 - €84,026 - €87,191 - €90,362 - €93,500 - €96,657 - €100,238 (LSI1) - €105,945 (LSI2) In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale at the minimum point. Hours of Duty The standard working week will be 35 hours per week. The role may, on occasion, include evening and weekend work. Holders of the post may be called for duty at any time in accordance with arrangements made by local authorities. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. Garda Vetting This post will come within the scope of the Local Authorities Garda Vetting Scheme. Please consult our Candidate Information Booklet where further information on Garda Vetting can be found.
Relief School Warden
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Each local authority can arrange with An Garda Sióchána for school traffic wardens to patrol places where schoolchildren cross public roads. The School Traffic Warden’s role is to ensure that primary-school children cross public roads safely on their way to and from school. The Gardaí and School Traffic Wardens are the only officials in Ireland who have the authority to stop other vehicles on public roads. The law governing the appointment of School Traffic Wardens is the Road Traffic Act, 1961 (Section 96). School Traffic Wardens usually work in the mornings, at lunchtime and in the evenings, when children are most likely to cross the road to go to or from school. School Traffic Wardens wear a distinctive uniform (a high-visibility coat and hat). They must also carry a distinctive sign (a white disc with a red border and the word ‘Stop’ in the centre). By displaying this sign, the School Traffic Warden has the power to stop the traffic to enable schoolchildren to cross the road in safety. Traffic must remain stopped as long as the warden displays the sign. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties shall be such as may be assigned to the officer from time to time by the local authority. These duties may include: - 1. Reporting for duty promptly at the specified times and locations assigned, under the direction of the Supervisor. 2. The Warden must operate strictly in accordance with the instructions for School Wardens (as per Garda/Cork County Council training) at all times. 3. The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising a duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the general public, at all times in compliance with Cork County Council’s Health and Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations, will be the primary responsibility of all School Wardens. 4. The School Warden will use the statutory uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the public roadway. This requires carrying of the official Stop sign at all times and to ensure that the uniform is kept in a clean neat condition. 5. Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. 6. If the Warden has any trouble in controlling, or encounter disobedience by the children, they should inform the Principal of the school concerned. Any disobedience by traffic in general should be reported forthwith to the Gardai. 7. The Warden should never break up organised convoys, wedding, funerals, parades, or hold up fire appliances or ambulances for the purpose of allowing children to cross but wait for suitable opportunities when they have passed. 8. Report any problems or difficulties to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. 9. All accidents at the crossing point involving the Warden in the operation of his/her duties must be reported immediately after the duty period by telephone, to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. All relevant details must be recorded including car make/model, registration number, name of drivers/pedestrians involved, time and date of accident. The names/addresses of any witnesses must be recorded also and a written report is to be submitted to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices within the following 3 days. 10. The Warden must not attempt to apportion blame to any person nor admit liability on his/her (or the Council’s) own part. 11. In connection with the hours of duty any changes made by the school to their class times, which affect your duty periods, must be notified to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each Candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. The Council reserves the right to retire a Warden who in the opinion of the Council’s medical advisor is medically unsuitable to discharge his/her duties effectively due to age or infirmity. 3. Education, Experience Each candidate must have a good general education of a sufficient standard to enable that person to understand fully and carry out the duties of the post. An ideal candidate will; A. Operate at all times at the designated crossing point. This crossing point cannot be altered however temporarily by any person/body other than Cork County Council (with Garda Approval). B. Comply with safety policy and directive in force from time to time and must wear the uniform and carry the sign at all times while on duty. C. Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation. D. Co-operate with the familiarisation/instruction of other employees where appropriate. E. Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. SECTION 4: TENURE The employment is for the duration of the school Year. The employment is part-time and pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill these positions. Sick leave does not apply to this part-time employment, however, depending on the number of hours worked a warden may be entitled to claim Disability Benefit from the Department of Social Welfare. The local authority shall require person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them. SECTION 5: SALARY The wage for the post is: €19.02 basic per hour. Payment will not be made in respect of normal school holiday periods, i.e., summer, Christmas, or Easter or other. The wage shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The contract may be terminated at any time subject to normal legal requirements. SECTION 6: LOCATION OF POST The positions will be at any of the Primary Schools in the Municipal Roads & Engineering Districts where a School Warden operates. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Holders of the office shall reside in the Municipal District in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SECTION 7: WORKING HOURS The Warden will be required to operate punctually at all times when children are crossing. The hours of work will be determined by the Principal of the school concerned. Please note that times are subject to change at the Council’s discretion. Hours of Duty: As per the relevant school or as required. N.B. The Times are subject to review, having regard to changes in class starting/finishing times and/or changing crossing patterns. SECTION 8: ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave will, if applicable be in accordance with the terms of the Holidays Employees Act, 1973 as amended by the workers Protection (Regular Part-Time Employees) Act, 1991. Please note particularly the Council will determine the times at which annual leave may be taken having regard to the absolute priority of having the school crossing operated while children are attending school. For those who are not entitled to annual leave, the same criteria will apply to unpaid leave of absence. SECTION 9: GARDA VETTING Successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the post.
