Housing Officer

Salary / Wages

Entry point to a salary/wages 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 local authority 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. The salary/wage shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the post 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 the post or in respect of any services, which they are required by or under any enactment to perform.

Duties

The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and:

• (a) To such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Act, 2001, 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 mentioned in subparagraph (a).

Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate management, technical, 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, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level.

Citizenship

Critical Skills Occupations

Candidates must, by the date of submission of application form, have a Critical Skills Employment Permit (Stamp 1G). Candidates should ensure that the post they are applying for is included in the Critical Skills Occupations List.

Non-Critical Skills Occupations

Candidates must, by the date of submission of application form, be:

A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or

A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); orA citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or

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

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

A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa.

In the case of relief positions advertised by the Council, a person awarded a Stamp 2 visa (student visa) is allowed to work to a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Probation

Where a person is appointed to South Dublin County Council, the following provisions will apply:

• (a) There will be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person will hold the position on probation.

• (b) Such period will be one year, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period.

• (c) Such a person will cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory.

• (d) The period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one week’s notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts.

• (e) There will be assessment(s) during the probationary period.

Officers who have already completed a probationary period with another Local Authority will not be obliged to serve probation with South Dublin County Council.

Blended Working

The Council is committed to supporting a flexible and balanced working environment. In line with this commitment, we operate a Blended Working Policy in accordance with the provisions of the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023. Under this policy, successful candidates may apply to work remotely up to two days per week, provided that the role is deemed suitable for blended working. Applications for blended working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements and the needs of the service.

Note: Blended working arrangements cannot commence until six months of continuous employment have been completed. This ensures adequate time for onboarding, training, and integration into the team and organisational culture.

Residence

Holders of the office will reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof, as determined by South Dublin County Council.

Outside Employment

Employees may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties.

Superannuation

The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply.

Persons who become pensionable officers and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows:

• 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration; plus

• 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children).

Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration.

The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s / Widows & Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply.

New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity, and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension, the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years’ employment in a Local Authority.

Why Work for South Dublin County Council

Aside from the exciting range of opportunities to make a real difference to your community and county, South Dublin County Council is a great place to work and for many people already provides an attractive career and working environment.

Working for South Dublin County Council will give you the opportunity to gain experience at the heart of local government and to develop your career in a diverse work environment.

We recognise the value of our employees, can offer a diverse range of job and career options, can provide plenty of scope for career progression and can provide structured training and personal development.

We also offer flexible working arrangements including blended working, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path and the opportunity to make a difference.

The Role

The role of the Housing Officer will be to promote and participate in resident involvement activities by ensuring active and proactive work on tenant engagement and participation, and on community initiatives.

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

€51,210 - €52,739 - €54,301 - €55,895 - €57,501 - €59,373 (1st LSI) - €61,252 (2nd LSI)

Hours of Work

The successful candidate’s 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.

Applications

Only applications received electronically through the Council’s e-Recruitment system will be accepted and must be received no later than midnight on Thursday, 14th August 2025.