External Courts Service Clerical Officer Competition 2026 - Dublin

The Courts Service is offering entry-level positions for individuals to join our team as a first step toward a rewarding and fulfilling career. These exciting on-site roles provide a vibrant work environment and the opportunity to make a real impact.

For this competition we are recruiting roles to our offices in the following locations: Dublin City Centre, Dun Laoghaire, Tallaght, Clondalkin (Cloverhill), Blanchardstown, Balbriggan

 The Clerical Officer is often the first point of contact for our customers and may be seen as the face of our organisation. In this role you will have an opportunity to learn, develop and gain a knowledge of court proceedings and will be at the forefront of providing our customers access to justice. The office environment is rewarding and fulfilling and gives successful candidates an excellent foundation for career progression.

You will play a key role in the implementation of our exciting modernisation programme and as such, we want to make you the best that you can be.

 Key Responsibilities

A Clerical Officer will be responsible for:

• Support management and colleagues in providing efficient, team-oriented, and customer-focused service.
• Play a crucial role in assisting customers, including the most vulnerable in society, on a one-to-one basis.
• Network and liaise with Court stakeholders, support the Judiciary, and assist legal representatives and customers to ensure efficient and user-friendly service.
• Prepare Court lists and files, ensuring customers have access to justice.
• Perform general clerical duties.
• Use Information Technology daily.
• Maintain high-quality records in a thorough and organised manner.
• Check all work meticulously to ensure it meets high standards.
• Approach tasks methodically and carefully, ensuring accuracy at all times.
• Approach work in a careful and methodical manner, displaying accuracy at all times.

Note, the above is intended as a guide and is neither definitive nor restrictive. 

Essential Requirements:

On the closing date of 12 March 2026 candidates must have:

Be at least 18 years of age on or before the closing date.

Fulfil the Citizenship requirements

Ensure that they meet the criteria regarding Public & Civil Service Redundancy/III Health Retirement Schemes.

A Leaving Certificate or equivalent.

Relevant knowledge and skills to undertake the duties of the position, including a strong command of the English language and the ability to:

• Take direction/follow instructions.
• Organise and prioritise work effectively.
• Work well with the public and colleagues.
• Be flexible in their approach to work.
• Be able to communicate effectively in a clear and concise manner.
• Have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Basic level and experience of relevant ICT skills

The closing date is 12noon on 12 March 2026. Applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. 

Interviews will take place in person in Dublin city centre.