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The role An Assistant Planner is responsible for working as part of a team implementing programmes of work in the Planning Department and for providing a multiplicity of planning services and related services. Assistant Planner positions are multi-faceted and may include some or all of the following key service areas: • Development management. • Planning enforcement. • Project Delivery • Forward planning and sustainable development; and • Gathering and analysis of statistics on development. The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. Salary €46,802 - €49,444 - €51,392 - €53,414 - €55,485 - €57,590 - €59,715 - €61,840 - €63,964, €66,092 - €68,232 - €70,419 (1st LS1) - €72,609 (2nd LSI). Hours of Work The successful candidates’ normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days. Only applications received electronically through the Council’s e-Recruitment system will be accepted and must be received no later than midnight on Thursday, 3rd July 2025 Qualifications Character Candidates will be of good character. 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. Essential Education, training, experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: 1. Hold an honours degree (level eight in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Planning; 2. Have at least two years satisfactory experience of planning work; and 3. Possess a high standard of technical training and experience. Desirable Education, training, experience 1. Good knowledge of planning legislation and the principles, practices and techniques of planning. 2. An ability to work positively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 3. Good planning, operational and project management skills. 4. Good communication / presentation and interpersonal skills. 5. Good knowledge, or the ability to quickly acquire same, of local government functions, service and activities particularly in relation to planning and development. 6. Good report writing skills and strong IT skills. 7. An ability to achieve delivery of competing demands within prescribed timelines and deadlines. 8. Be a member of the Irish Planning Institute / Royal Town Planning Institute or be eligible for membership of either professional Institute. Key competencies / skills • Delivering results • Performance management • Personal effectiveness • Local government knowledge and understanding Candidates are requested to give an example of a situation which highlights the behaviour, skills and attitude that underpin effective performance in these areas and which demonstrates their suitability to meet the challenges of this role. Candidates should ensure the example used clearly demonstrates their ability in this area and that the scale and scope of the example given is appropriate to the post and level of the post. Duties Assistant Planner duties include but are not limited to the following: 1. Assess planning applications and pre-application proposals against the Councils policies and provide recommendations and policy responses to these as required. 2. Assist in the preparation, amendments, implementation and monitoring of development plan / area plan / Strategic Development Zone planning schemes and assist in the preparation of reports on these matters for the Chief Executive and appropriate Committees of the Council. 3. Assist in the preparation of planning studies. 4. Assisting in monitoring and reporting on implementation progress, including gathering / analysis of development and market activity. 5. Liaise and work with constituent planning authorities and other public authorities on all aspects of implementation. 6. Assist in the Council’s work on Active Land Management. 7. Assist with the planning and delivery of projects including Urban Regeneration Development Fund initiatives. 8. Assist in the preparation and implementation of climate action works. 9. Assist and provide advice to Chief Executive, appropriate Committees of the Council, individuals, groups and so on, on planning related issues. 10. Assist in the procurement and management of consultants. 11. Any other associated duties as may be assigned from time to time. 12. Assist in the identification of and undertake opportunities for continual improvement. 13. Contribute positively and engage with the Planning Departments continual professional development programmes. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Climate Change and Environmental Awareness Officer
The role The office is wholetime, temporary and pensionable. A specific purpose contract will apply for the duration of time. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. Salary €59,417- €60,871 - €62,568 - €64,271 - €65,974 - €67,495 - €69,054 - €70,563 - €72,069 - €74,649 (1st LS1) - €77,243 (2nd LSI). Hours of Work The successful candidates’ normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days. Only applications received electronically through the Council’s e-Recruitment system will be accepted and must be received no later than midnight on Thursday, 26th June 2025 Qualifications Character Candidates will be of good character. 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. Essential Education, training, experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: 1. Hold a third level qualification (Level Eight in the National Framework of Qualifications) or equivalent professional qualification in Engineering, Town Planning, Geography, Environmental Science or a related discipline. 2. Have strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills and a good knowledge of information technology. 3. Have a current full Class B driving licence free from endorsements. The Climate Change and Environmental Awareness Officer will drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. Desirable Education, training, experience 1. Previous experience of working with climate change related policy and issues. 2. Working knowledge of relevant climate change policy and legislation would be desirable. 3. Have a broad knowledge and understanding of environmental issues at a local, national and EU level. 4. Previous experience in the area of Public Relations, Marketing and / or Promotional work. 5. Demonstrate an understanding of the strategy formulation process for the realisation of organisational goals and objectives. 6. Understand the socio-political context within which services are delivered. 7. Have experience of managing change and implementing new ways of working. 8. Have experience of delivering results and bringing projects and tasks to completion. 9. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of delivering outcomes through careful operational planning, and the management and measurement of performance outcomes. 10. Have experience of managing the role, performance and contribution of each staff member for which they are responsible to ensure delivery of their operational plan and thereby achieve their corporate objectives. 11. Be capable of high performance while respecting people and must maintain a consistent and effective level of personal performance under high demands and within given constraints. 12. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. 13. Have an awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. 14. Have excellent communication skills, interpersonal, presentation, organisational, report writing, analytical and IT skills, with a proven ability 3 to work to tight deadlines and a capacity to foster a positive working relationship with colleagues and external stakeholders. 15. Have a high degree of self-motivation, initiative and judgement. 16. Possess project/budget management skills and demonstrated experience in both organisational and grant / project funding. 17. Ability to communicate in writing and orally at a high level to different audiences Duties The duties include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Lead and manage the Council’s Environmental Awareness team, assisting the Climate Action team when required and the Council in general, in the development of relevant policies and plans for the protection of the county’s environment. 2. Promoting and supporting the delivery of South Dublin County Council’s Climate Action Plans, environmental policies and regional environmental plans. These include areas of waste resource management, recycling and environmental action plans, pollution prevention, conservation and protection of amenities. 3. Promote and support the Regional Waste Management Office in the delivery of the National Waste Plan for a Circular Economy. 4. Participate in Citizen Engagement and deliver public presentations on relevant actions from the Climate Action Plan and on Environmental Awareness topics. 5. Manage the delivery of the Tidy Towns programme in South Dublin assisting groups in applying for the Tidy Towns Competition and in developing 5-year plans. Working with the Environmental Awareness team in arranging seminars and liaising with the Tidy Towns groups and other Council Departments in delivering the programme. 6. Researching, developing and delivering climate action and environmental awareness education programmes and resources for schools, community / other groups regularly. 7. Active promotion of the South Dublin County Council’s Climate Action and Environmental Services activities through public information sessions, seminars and workshops, leaflets, newsletters, website, social media or other avenues as appropriate. 8. Manage financial and budgetary requirements including grants and project funding. 9. Manage and motivate the team and ensure effective team building. 10. Liaison with other public sector organisations, the private sector and voluntary / community groups in relation to climate change and environmental education. 11. Dealing with the media, including the writing of speeches, press releases, radio interviews and running campaigns. 12. Work with cross sectoral committees, elected members and working groups in all areas of Climate Action and Environmental Awareness. 13. Promotion of good practice and dissemination of information on other aspects of the environment such as protection of natural waters, heritage issues, planning and conservation and the promotion of sustainable energy structures, technologies and practices. 14. Attending events and meetings outside normal working hours (such as evenings and weekends). 15. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time including any future requirements for reallocation of work and / or redeployment. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post of Climate Change and Environmental Awareness Officer. They may be subject to change in the future. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Community Funding Lead (Grade VII)
CONTEXT LAWPRO is leading a ‘new approach’ to water management in Ireland that involves coordination and close cooperation between local authorities, WFD implementing bodies and stakeholders for the development and implementation of national River Basin Management Plans. The overall aim of this approach is to protect and restore good water quality in Ireland’s rivers, lakes, estuaries, groundwater, and coastal waters through integrated catchment management. Achieving that aim will require active involvement of local authorities and other public bodies, water users and local communities. Implementation of the River Basin Management Plan is co-ordinated on a regional basis by the five water and environment management committees, comprising representatives of each local authority in the Region and the EPA. This structure drives collaboration and integration, both within local authorities, between local authorities and externally with other public agencies. The shared service’s approach to delivery includes all stakeholders through a multi-disciplinary, multi-agency structure. This shared service arrangement takes account of the need to deliver maximum benefit with limited resource availability. LAWPRO ensures that its resources are utilised locally to implement the River Basin Management Plan for Ireland 2018 – 2021 and, the 2022 – 2027 Plan (Water Action Plan 2024). The strategic role of the Programme is: 2.1.1 To promote knowledge sharing and coordination in implementing the Water Action Plan 2024 and Programme of Measures (POMs) by local authorities, other public authorities, sectoral interests, and community groups. 2.1.2 To co-ordinate/undertake statutorily required public consultation in the development of the National RBMP and POMs and a public awareness campaign in water resources management. 2.1.3 To deliver on the actions assigned to them in the Water Action Plan 2.1.4 To seek consistency of Water Action Plan implementation across agencies through the operation of the WFD Regional Committees. 2.1.5 To assist the Minister and the EPA and work collaboratively with local authorities in the development of RBMPs and POMs. 2.1.6 To mobilise and support engagement of voluntary and community groups in protecting our natural waters. 2.1.7 To foster linkages with industry and agricultural sectors. 2.1.8 To develop linkages with local sectoral representative organisations, such as Catchment Partnerships, Rural Development Companies, Rivers Trusts, Tidy Towns Groups, business and industry sectors including Chambers of Commerce, farming organisations, sports clubs and volunteering sectors, angling and outdoor recreational user groups, etc. 2.2 RECRUITMENT DETAILS As part of the team structure of The Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO), it is intended to immediately recruit one [1] position of Community Funding Lead (Administrative Officer – Grade VII). A panel will be formed from which any subsequent Community Funding Lead (Grade VII) fixed term positions may be filled, including posts that may arise in any of the LAWPRO locations. Current LAWPRO Regional Office Locations: • Head Office: Ballingarrane, Clonmel Co. Tipperary • Border Region: Donegal Town, Co. Donegal or Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan • Midlands and East Region: Dublin 8 or Tullamore, Co. Offaly • South-East Region: Clonmel, Co. Tipperary or Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny • South-West Region: Croom, Co. Limerick or Inniscarra, Co. Cork • Western Region: Galway (Liosbán Estate) or Castlebar, Co. Mayo A Fixed Term Contract of Employment will be issued by the relevant employing Local Authority (LA) (Tipperary or Kilkenny County Council) and it is envisaged that contract will terminate on or before the 22nd December 2027. A review of LAWPRO is currently being undertaken by the County and City Management Association (CCMA) on behalf of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage to inform the appropriate level of resources required to meet Water Framework Directive objectives into the future. Public consultation on the timetable and work programme for Ireland’s fourth cycle Water Action Plan 2028 – 2033 has commenced. Should current permanent/full-time Local Authority staff be successful and accept a post in this competition, appropriate secondment arrangements will be put in place. JOB REQUIREMENTS 2.3 MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Minimum eligibility requirements are the minimum requirements required for the Community Funding Lead position and are set out by LAWPRO in consultation with Kilkenny/Tipperary County Council Human Resources Departments and the Water Policy Unit of the DHLGH as they are not determined centrally by the Department. Applicants will be required to submit scanned images of documentation to establish the applicant meets the following minimum eligibility criteria: PLEASE NOTE FAILURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS I.E. QUALIFICATIONS, I.D. ETC., AT SUBMISSION STAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN INVALID APPLICATION. ALSO, FAILURE TO FULLY COMPLETE EACH QUESTION ON THE APPLICATION FORM MAY DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INVALID (ANSWERS WHICH REDIRECT TO OTHER RESPONSES ARE NOT PERMITTED). 2.3.1 Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2.3.2 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. 2.3.3 Education, Experience etc. Candidate shall: (i) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, AND (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) OR (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination or NFQ Level 6 Qualification OR (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, OR (iv)a professional qualification in a Community Development related discipline, AND (v) have at least 5 years satisfactory experience in community development, and funding schemes. TRANSPORT & DRIVING LICENCE It is essential the candidate has their own transport and a full Irish driving licence free from endorsements. 2.4 DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS A good knowledge of local government functions, policy, services and activities or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge. The ideal candidate shall: 2.4.1 The ability to work closely with senior management and their teams to devise, design and implement funding aspects of LAWPRO’s Strategic Plan; 2.4.2 Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to network, build relationships and engage effectively with, and influence, stakeholders at all levels; 2.4.3 Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and an ability to work in a changing environment; 2.4.4 Ability to think strategically and create a positive working relationship with colleagues and external stakeholders; to work in multidisciplinary teams and to network effectively; 2.4.5 Have strong leadership, management, interpersonal and communication skills; 2.4.6 Have an excellent knowledge and awareness of health & safety legislation and regulations, their implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; and 2.4.7 Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local and regional government. Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny/Tipperary County Councils may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. 2.5 CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident. 3.0 JOB DESCRIPTION 3.1 ROLE Reporting to a Regional Coordinator, the LAWPRO Funding Lead (Grade VII) will lead on the devising, coordination and oversight of LAWPRO’s community funding schemes. This will include capacity building of staff and working collaboratively with LAWPRO’s external partners and stakeholders, including community and voluntary organisations focussed on water quality projects and initiatives. The funding lead will be responsible for developing LAWPRO strategic funding relationships. The Community Funding Lead will also be an active member of LAWPRO’s Communities Team, working collaboratively with LAWPRO’s Catchment Science and Administration Teams and with other agencies, as required. Tasks associated with this role include: 3.1.1 Advise on the development of LAWPRO’s work programmes, its community funding schemes, and identification of new funding opportunities. 3.1.2 Leading the internal Funding Working Group to develop and implement LAWPRO funding schemes with agreement of the Senior Management Team. 3.1.3 Adherence to good governance through coordination of internal and external evaluation processes, ensuring rigorous, impartial procedures to assess applications. 3.1.4 Timely fund drawdown and delivery of projects, ensuring value for money, and compliance with applicable government circulars and local authority policies and procedures. 3.1.5 Preparation of funding reports for LAWPRO Senior Management Team, annual reports, Oversight Committee, Tipperary County Council Internal Auditor, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and other relevant bodies, as required. 3.1.6 Assessing the impact of funding schemes in terms of water quality outcomes. 3.1.7 Coordination and administration of funding schemes offered by LAWPRO to ensure the effective rollout and operation of schemes that are compliant with good governance and practices. 3.1.8 Reviewing and revising funding guidelines and providing analytical reports in relation to funding schemes. 3.1.9 Development of relationships and synergies with other public funding bodies in the climate action and biodiversity areas, such as Inland Fisheries Ireland, National Parks and Wildlife Services, Heritage Council, Local Authorities, Government Departments, etc. 3.1.10 Development of a LAWPRO Funding Strategy to secure sources of funding to support the delivery of actions under the Water Action Plan and foster strategic funding partnerships with relevant partners. 3.1.11 Identify and promote new funding sources such as EU Interreg and the private sector Corporate Social Responsibility Funds and recommend ways for LAWPRO and communities to access these funds to protect and restore water quality. 3.1.12 Develop links with LEADER companies to promote water related projects under theme 3 of the LEADER Programme 2023-2027 – Sustainable Development of the Rural Environment and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation. 3.1.13 Research opportunities under national funding calls, such as the Just Transition Fund, Climate Action Fund, Nature Restoration Fund, Shared Island, to support the delivery of actions under the Water Action Plan. 3.1.14 Identify and disseminate information on any other water related funding opportunities for community organisations, local authorities and other relevant agencies. 3.1.15 Represent LAWPRO at events and carry out other multi-functional operations as required by the Director of Services. 3.1.16 Any other duties relevant to the role which may be identified from time to time. The LAWPRO Funding Lead will be employed by Kilkenny County Council or appointed by secondment arrangement where appropriate. 4.0 PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 4.1 SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny/Tipperary County Councils any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €59,417 minimum of the scale to €77,243 maximum of the scale inclusive of LSIs. 4.2 SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION 4.2.1 Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 New members joining the public sector on or after 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. 4.2.2 Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to1st of January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the LocalGovernment (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice two times the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions (*non-officer grades pay a co-ordinated contribution: ‘Non-New Entrants’ (those who became pensionable after 6th of April 1995 and prior to 1st April 2004) have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ (those who became pensionable after 1st April 2004 and prior to 1st January 2013) have minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. 4.2.3 Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995: Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70 as per Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government Circular Letter CL/2/2019. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary toward Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. 4.3 PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. 4.4 PENSION ACRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e. non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. This 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. 4.5 PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: 4.5.1 There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation; 4.5.2 Such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period; 4.5.3 Such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. 4.6 PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE/ EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to complete a pre-employment questionnaire which will be examined by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by Kilkenny County Council. In some circumstances an in-person medical examination may have to be arranged. In the event the applicant does not take up the post following the pre-employment medical, he/she will reimburse Kilkenny County Council the cost of the medical questionnaire/ examination, as per a previously signed understanding. 4.7 HOURS OF WORK The hours of work are 35 hours per week including, part of the work schedule that is required outside of normal office hours. The salary being paid for the post is in respect of all 35 hours worked. 4.8 ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. 4.9 TRAVEL When required to do so holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. It is Kilkenny/Tipperary County Councils’ policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: 1) Indemnify Kilkenny/Tipperary County Councils on their personal insurance policy 2) Note business class on their personal policy 3) It is the obligation of the driver/owner to ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road. When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and any other relevant documents. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. 4.10 LOCATION The holder of the office shall be based in one of LAWPRO’s offices located across the country and reside within a reasonable distance thereof. The holder shall be required to attend meetings, training and events at various locations across the country as part of the national programme.
Assistant Staff Officer
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL In the context of key duties and responsibilities for the post of Assistant Staff Officer, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and competencies: • knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government and current issues it faces; • understanding of the role of Assistant Staff Officer within Dublin City Council and their role in delivery of business objectives; • relevant administrative experience including delivery of business objectives, preparation of reports and correspondence and operating ICT systems; • experience and competency in the implementation of high quality customer service and standards; • an openness and responsiveness to change; • ability to maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships; • ability to plan, allocate and supervise the work of staff and other resources to achieve corporate objectives; • understanding of the relevance of and have previously demonstrated a strong team ethic of co- operation and mutual support to ensure delivery of business objectives; • self- motivation and proactiveness with the ability to work on own initiative; • strong interpersonal and communication skills and be capable of representing the Council in a professional and credible manner with all stakeholders; and • awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE UNDER OPEN COMPETITION - PANEL B Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications:- (a) (i) have obtained at least a Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following : Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and ii) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examinations (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following in included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) or (b) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (c) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE UNDER CATEGORY – PANEL B ARE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD A COPY OF THE QUALIFICATION SELECTED ABOVE WITH YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION. CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE UNDER CONFINED COMPETITION - PANELS A AND C (a) be a serving employee in a local authority, or a regional assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: - • To support the line manager to ensure the section or department work programme is implemented to deliver on the Council’s corporate and operational plans. • To communicate and liaise effectively with customers, colleagues, supervisors and line managers in other sections in relation to operational matters relevant to their section or area of work. • Responsibility for preparation of reports, correspondence and other documents as necessary. • To provide assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required. • To ensure high levels of customer service, responding to queries and requests for information in a professional, courteous and timely manner. • To support the line manager to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • To supervise employees within their team or programmes of work within their area of responsibility, providing support to team members or colleagues as required. • To organise and facilitate internal and external meetings and participate and engage in discussions as appropriate. • To comply with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. • To carry out duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making; • To carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the City Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to (a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to them by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. SALARY The salary scale for the position of Assistant Staff Officer is; €35,260; €37,366; €40,355; €42,318; €44,035; €45,696; €47,938; €49,560; €51,210; (Maximum); €52,768 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €54,367 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving public service employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week. All applicants must refer to the Additional Candidate Information Booklet which can be found at https://careers.dublincity.ie for additional relevant information pertaining to the salary scale and the recruitment process. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) The post is permanent, whole time and pensionable. (b) Dublin City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. (c) A period of one year’s probation applies where a person is permanently appointed to Dublin City. Council. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Executive Fire Prevention Officer
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the City Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to (a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. SALARY The salary scale for the position of Executive Fire Prevention Officer is: €59,067; €61,217; €63,366; €65,520; €67,672; €69,823; €71,976; €74,116; €76,280; €78,425; (Maximum); €80,897 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €82,108 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI) (Subject to 2025 Pay Increases) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving public service employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week . All applicants must refer to the Additional Candidate Information Booklet which can be found at https://careers.dublincity.ie for additional relevant information pertaining to the salary scale and the recruitment process. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) The post is permanent, whole time and pensionable. (b) Dublin City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. (c) A period of one year’s probation applies where a person is permanently appointed to Dublin City Council. This can be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
