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Annaghs Poultry Farm in Dundalk are now hiring Full-Time General Operatives. Company Based in Knockbridge, Dundalk, Co.Louth. The role: Variety of duties include, but limited to: Please apply by uploading your CV or Details on a Word Document by hitting the APPLY NOW button. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates.
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Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Grade III Clerical Officer
Nature of Post As specified on advertisement. Salary Scale €31,619 - €48,925 (including long service increment). Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Annual Leave 22 working days per annum (pro rata). Location Appointment is to the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Scheme. The successful applicant’s first assignment will be as specified on advertisement. Reporting/Accountability Relationship The Clerical Officer Grade III reports to the Grade IV/V Officer within the section, or the principal in a school setting. Post Summary/Purpose The appointee may be assigned to any of a very wide variety of areas or activities carried out in the Louth and Meath ETB Scheme. Duties may include preparation, certification and processing of salaries, processing of accounts, processing of examination results, student admission and registration, record keeping, reception duties. The position may arise in a school, requiring knowledge of and competence in the full range of school administration skills. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Health and Character Those under consideration for a position may, at the discretion of the employer, be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting Form. References will be sought. Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. Candidates for a Clerical Officer Grade III post by open competition must: • have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service. • be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. • have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent, or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher, or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. Desirable Criteria • Excellent administrative and IT skills • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Excellent customer service skills • Good knowledge of record keeping • Ability to process work with a high level of attention to detail COMPETENCIES REQUIRED The appointee to the Clerical Officer Grade III post will be required to show evidence of the following competencies: Teamwork • Shows respect for colleagues and co-workers • Develops and maintains good working relationships with others, sharing information and knowledge, as appropriate • Offers own ideas and perspectives • Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play his/her part Information Management/Processing • Approaches and delivers all work in a thorough and organized manner • Follows procedures and protocols, understanding their value and the rationale behind them • Keeps high quality records that are easy for others to understand • Draws appropriate conclusions from information • Suggests new ways of doing things better and more efficiently • Is comfortable working with different types of information, e.g. written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculations such as arithmetic, percentages etc. Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility for work and sees it through to the appropriate next level • Completes work in a timely manner • Adapts quickly to new ways of doing things • Checks all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard and learns from mistakes • Writes with correct grammar and spelling and draws reasonable conclusions from written instructions • Identifies and appreciates the urgency and importance of different tasks • Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered • Is self-reliant and uses judgment on when to ask manager or colleagues for guidance Customer Service and Communication Skills • Actively listens to others and tries to understand their perspectives, requirements and needs • Understands the steps or processes that customers must go through and can clearly explain these • Is respectful, courteous and professional, remaining composed, even in challenging circumstances • Can be firm when necessary and communicate with confidence and authority • Communicates clearly and fluently when speaking and in writing Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Develops and maintains the skills and expertise required to perform in the role effectively, e.g. relevant technologies, IT systems, spreadsheets, Microsoft Office, relevant policies etc. • Clearly understands the role, objectives and targets and how they fit into the work of the unit • Is committed to self-development and continuously seeks to improve personal performance Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values • Consistently strives to perform at a high level and deliver a quality service • Serves the Government and people of Ireland • Is thorough and conscientious, even if work is routine • Is enthusiastic and resilient, persevering in the face of challenges and setbacks • Is personally honest and trustworthy • At all times, acts with integrity APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS Completed application forms should be submitted online through https://careers.lmetb.ie Notes Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all applications are received on time. Any technical difficulties encountered by the sender when submitting applications are not the responsibility of LMETB. Therefore, candidates are strongly advised to submit applications well before the closing date and time.
Probation Officers
T he Role A Probation Officer in the Probation Service of the Department of Justice may be assigned to duties in any of the following areas: Courts and Community, Prisons/Places of Detention, Young Persons‟ Probation or other particular assignments that may arise in the Service. A Probation Officer can anticipate changes in assignment from time to time during their careers with the Service. The areas of current strategic priority for the Probation Service that are likely to impact on the work of a Probation Officer include: · Ensuring community sanctions remain a viable and relevant disposal for the court; · Expanding the range of community sanctions and approaches to offender rehabilitation available to the Courts, the Department of Justice and other relevant authorities; · Developing new ways of working with our criminal justice partners, including greater integration of work practices in the management of offenders; · Developing a more victim sensitive approach in our work with offenders as well as further developing restorative justice interventions and services to victims; · Engaging with the community in promoting and delivering community sanctions. Accountabilities for the position · Meeting Service standards and guidelines in the preparation of assessment reports on offenders. · Managing the supervision of offenders subject to a range of Court orders including Probation Orders, Community Service Orders, and post custody supervision. · Delivery of Young Persons‟ Probation programmes, including the preparation of court reports, engaging with and motivating young offenders and implementing the Children Act 2001. · Ensuring offenders‟ compliance with Court Orders and other orders being managed on behalf of relevant authorities e.g. Department of Justice, the Irish Prison Service. · Delivery of interventions with offenders to reduce offending, establish pro-social behaviour and reduce victimisation. Training The Probation Service is committed to providing on-going training and development opportunities for all its staff. There is a dedicated staff training and development section within the Probation Service which provides induction training to all new officers. It also offers on-going skills and knowledge training in specific areas relevant to the core work of the Probation Service. Locations of Posts: All candidates will be considered to have applied for a national panel only. The majority of vacancies will be located in Dublin. Candidates should be aware that requirements in relation to working on site at their place of work will be in line with the Probation Service Blended Working Policy.( All Probation Officers are required to attend their place of work on, at least three days per week to be agreed with their line manager. Additional in person attendance may be also required depending on the business need). QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEEssential Candidates must , on or before 24th of February 2026 , have 1. A Qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Science with social policy component, or an equivalent qualification recognised for entry onto one of the Social Work courses approved by CORU, Health and Social Care Professionals Council. OR have being working as a Social Worker and 2. Have experience in and capacity to demonstrate the following : a. Interviewing skills b. Report writing and assessment skills c. Case management skills, including ability to meet deadlines d. Ability to work as part of a team and 3. Have knowledge of: a. The Criminal Justice system b. Community resources and how these can be mobilised Desirable · CORU registered for social work · Post qualification work experience in a probation or social work setting · Court room skills · Knowledge of a range of social work methods of intervention · Knowledge of legislation relevant to the work of a Probation Officer · Knowledge and understanding of victim related issues · Knowledge of offending behaviour interventions and programmes · Ability to engage and motivate offenders · Knowledge of addictions · A full current driving licence that enables you to drive in Ireland and a car available for official business use or access to a form of transport which enables you to meet the full requirements of the post It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria. Eligibility may not be confirmed until an applicant comes under consideration for assignment. An invitation to an interview does not constitute acceptance of eligibility. Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must 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 has a stamp 4 or a Stamp 5 permission; To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility) Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER): It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010): The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition . People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Environment, Community & Local Government The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG (P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body [as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012] for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration: Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment Employer of Choice As an Employer of Choice the Civil Service has many flexible and family friendly policies e.g. Worksharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a ‘blended’ basis) etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. Principal Conditions Of ServiceGenera The appointment is to a permanent post in the Civil Service and is subject to the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956 to 2005, the Pubic Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Pay The Probation Officer salary scale (rates effective from 1st February 2026) for the position is as follows: €39,974 €42,496 €43,170 €46,536 €49,913 €53,352 €56,956 €59,231 €61,517 €63,823 €66,115 €68,413 €70,711 €73,002 €75,313 €77,865 (LSI1) €80,414 (LSI2) Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3(LSI1) and 6(LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line will current Government Policy. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Tenure and Probation The appointment is to a permanent position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of one year from the date specified on the contract. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you: (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to the completion of the probationary contract a decision will be made as to whether or not you will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 – 2005 . This decision will be based on your performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to you by the Department of Justice and you will be given a copy of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform’s guidelines on probation. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs in this section, the probationary contract may be terminated at any time prior to the expiry of the term of the contract by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In the following circumstances your contract may be extended and your probation period suspended. · The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave. · In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employer may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation and · Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall - (i) stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work, and (ii) be completed by the employee on the employees return from work after such absence. Where probation is suspended the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department. Headquarters The Probation Service is a national service with offices in over 30 locations around the country. The Probation Service also has offices in each of the Prisons and Places of Detention located throughout the country. Officers may be required to serve in any part of the state, both in a community and custodial setting. An officer’s headquarters will be such as may be designated from time to time by the Head of Service. Probation Officers are normally required to travel extensively in the course of their official duties and are expected to provide their own motor cars and driving licence for this purpose. The existing regulations governing recoupment of travelling expenses provide for payment of motor allowance subject to certain conditions, in respect of the use by an officer of his/her own motor car on official business. Subsistence allowances at appropriate rates are also payable. Hours of attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross or 35 hours net per week. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his/her duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. The rate of remuneration payable covers any extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Annual Leave Annual leave will be 25 working days in the first five years of service, 29 working days in the next five years of service and 30 working days after 10 years. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the civil service, is based on a five day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. Officers paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts direct to the employing Office/Department. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Social Protection within the required time limits Superannuation and Retirement The successful candidate will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Civil Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”). Full details of the Scheme are at www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attaching to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during his/her re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil or Public Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER), the Department of Health Circular 7/2010 VER/VRS or the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular letter LG(P) 06/2013, any of which renders a person ineligible for the competition)the entitlement to that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements may, however be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. Department of Education and Skills Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers Circular 102/2007 The Department of Education and Skills introduced an Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers. It is a condition of the Early Retirement Scheme that with the exception of the situations set out in paragraphs 10.2 and 10.3 of the relevant circular documentation, and with those exceptions only, if a teacher accepts early retirement under Strands 1, 2 or 3 of this scheme and is subsequently employed in any capacity in any area of the public sector, payment of pension to that person under the scheme will immediately cease. Pension payments will, however, be resumed on the ceasing of such employment or on the person's 60th birthday, whichever is the later, but on resumption, the pension will be based on the person's actual reckonable service as a teacher (i.e. the added years previously granted will not be taken into account in the calculation of the pension payment). Pension Accrual 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.
Probation Assistant (Executive Officer)
The Role A Probation Assistant (Executive Officer) is a new role in the Probation Service. Working as part of a team, a Probation Assistant’s role is to support in the supervision and management of offenders and in interagency work at an appropriate level. A Probation Assistant may be assigned to duties in any of the following areas: Courts and Community, Prisons/Places of Detention, Young Persons‟ Probation or other particular assignments that may arise in the Service. A Probation Assistant can anticipate changes in assignment from time to time during their careers with the Service. The areas of current strategic priority for the Probation Service that are likely to impact on the work of a Probation Assistant include: · Ensuring community sanctions remain a viable and relevant disposal for the court; · Expanding the range of community sanctions and approaches to offender rehabilitation available to the Courts, the Department of Justice and other relevant authorities; · Developing new ways of working with our criminal justice partners, including greater integration of work practices in the management of offenders; · Developing a more victim sensitive approach in our work with offenders as well as further developing restorative justice interventions and services to victims; · Engaging with the community in promoting and delivering community sanctions. In order for Probation Assistants to be effective in their role, candidates need to be: · interested in public affairs and committed to the concept of public service; · capable of planning and organising people and resources to meet goals, targets and objectives; · understanding and sensitive in dealing with others, and persuasive when communicating in general; · interested in making sure all tasks are completed to a very high standard; · willing to share ideas and information with people, with the purpose of achieving a particular result; · interested in working as part of a team; · capable of presenting written material in a clear, concise, comprehensive and convincing manner; · fully committed to achieving quality results; · capable of using initiative as and when appropriate; Specific Responsibilities of the Probation Assistant Role: • Assisting Probation Teams in managing the supervision of offenders on Community Service Orders • Assisting Probation Teams in monitoring low risk offenders • Assisting Probation Officers in the co-ordination of Programme Delivery • Assisting Probation Teams in attending and carrying out Court duties. Training The Probation Service is committed to providing on-going training and development opportunities for all its staff. There is a dedicated staff training and development section within the Probation Service which provides induction training to all new staff. It also offers on-going skills and knowledge training in specific areas relevant to the core work of the Probation Service. Locations of Posts: Vacancies will arise nationwide across the Probation Service . If you are successful in this competition you will be placed on a panel in order of merit from which vacancies across the country will be filled. Candidates should be aware that requirements in relation to working on site at their place of work will be in line with the Probation Service Blended Working Policy.( All Probation Assistants are required to attend their place of work on, at least three days per week to be agreed with their line manager. Additional in person attendance may be also required depending on the business need). QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEEssential Candidates must , on or before 24th February 2026 (i) have obtained in the Leaving Certificate Examination a minimum of grade D at Ordinary (or Pass) level in Mathematics and Irish or English, having obtained a minimum of Grade C in at least five subjects at Higher (or Honours) level papers; or (ii) hold a qualification, that in the opinion of the Probation Service, is of a standard in terms of both level and volume of learning that is of at least an equivalent or higher standard to the Leaving Certificate (this will only be determined during the selection process or if a candidate comes under consideration for a position); or (iii) have passed the first-year examination of a course leading to a recognised degree; or (iv) be serving as a Civil Servant with not less than two years-service. Temporary officers and officers serving in an acting capacity in the eligible grades may compete in the competition provided they fulfil the eligibility requirements set out And Demonstrate the competencies set out in Appendix I Desirable Criteria · A recognised third level qualification relevant to the area e.g., Bachelor of Social Science Degree,Applied Social Care, Social Care, Applied Social Studies, Social Care Practice. Psychology or Criminology. · Experience of working with offenders/other marginalized groups · Court Room Experience · Experience of working with victims and related issues · Experience of offending behaviour programmes · Experience of working in addiction treatment settings It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria. Eligibility may not be confirmed until an applicant comes under consideration for assignment. An invitation to an interview does not constitute acceptance of eligibility. Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible Candidates must: 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 has a stamp 4 or a Stamp 5 permission; To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility) Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER): It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010): The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re- employment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition . People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P)06/2013 ) The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body [as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012] for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration: Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Employer of Choice As an Employer of Choice the Civil Service has many flexible and family friendly policies e.g. Worksharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a ‘blended’ basis) etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. The Civil Service also operates a Mobility scheme for all general service grades. This scheme provides staff with career opportunities to learn and partake in diverse roles across a range of Civil Service organisations and geographical locations. Principal Conditions Of ServiceGeneral The appointment is to a permanent post in the Civil Service and is subject to the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Pay The Probation Assistant salary scale (rates effective from 1st February 2026) for the position is as follows: €38,419 €40,360 €41,456 €43,594 €45,510 €47,364 €49,211 €51,024 €52,890 €54,749 €56,722 €58,044 €59,928 LSI1 €62,601 LSI2 Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3(LSI1) and 6(LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. In accordance with Circular 21/20024 agreement on incremental credit for previous service at Clerical Officer, Executive Officer or equivalent grades may apply. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line will current Government Policy. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Tenure and Probation The appointment is to a permanent position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of one year from the date specified on the contract. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you: (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to the completion of the probationary contract a decision will be made as to whether or not you will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 – 2005 . This decision will be based on your performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to you by the Department of Justice and you will be given a copy of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform’s guidelines on probation. In the following circumstances your contract may be extended and your probation period suspended. · The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave. · In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employer may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation and · Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall - (i) stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work, and (ii) be completed by the employee on the employees return from work after such absence. Where probation is suspended the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department. Headquarters The Probation Service is a national service with offices in over 30 locations around the country. The Probation Service also has offices in each of the Prisons and Places of Detention located throughout the country. Probation Assistants may be required to serve in any part of the state, both in a community and custodial setting. An Assistant’s headquarters will be such as may be designated from time to time by the Head of Service. Probation Assistants may be required to travel in the course of their official duties. When absent from home and headquarters on duty, appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances will be paid subject to the normal Civil Service regulations. Hours of attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross or 35 hours net per week. Where extra attendance is necessary, overtime payments or time off in lieu will be allowed in accordance with the Civil Service overtime regulations. Annual Leave The Annual leave allowance for the positions of Probation Assistant is 23 days rising to 24 days after 5 years’ service, 25 days after 10 years’ service, 26 days after 12 years’ service and 27 days after 14 years’ service This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the civil service, is based on a five day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. Officers paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts direct to the employing Office/Department. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Social Protection within the required time limits. Superannuation and Retirement The successful candidate will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Civil Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”). Full details of the Scheme are at www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attaching to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during his/her re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil or Public Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER), the Department of Health Circular 7/2010 VER/VRS or the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular letter LG(P) 06/2013, any of which renders a person ineligible for the competition)the entitlement to that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements may, however be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. Department of Education and Skills Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers Circular 102/2007 The Department of Education and Skills introduced an Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers. It is a condition of the Early Retirement Scheme that with the exception of the situations set out in paragraphs 10.2 and 10.3 of the relevant circular documentation, and with those exceptions only, if a teacher accepts early retirement under Strands 1, 2 or 3 of this scheme and is subsequently employed in any capacity in any area of the public sector, payment of pension to that person under the scheme will immediately cease. Pension payments will, however, be resumed on the ceasing of such employment or on the person's 60th birthday, whichever is the later, but on resumption, the pension will be based on the person's actual reckonable service as a teacher (i.e. the added years previously granted will not be taken into account in the calculation of the pension payment).
Artwork Co-Ordinator
Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients. We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI. We are now looking for 2x Artwork Co Ordinator (Permanent roles) to join our team in Stamullen, County Meath. Summary of Role: Responsible for artwork co-ordination across the Ireland sites, including:
Production Operator (Night Shift)
Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients. We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI. Shift- Thursday-Saturday Night Shift Summary of Role: Responsible, in conjunction with the immediate supervisor for shift output, quality and yield in compliance with the requirements of current Good Manufacturing Practice. Responsibilities: • Ensure that all product produced conforms to the approved specification. - All materials required for the batch are booked in and documented accurately and conform to the packaging instruction & batch packaging record. - Sampling tests are carried out at the required frequency. - Visual inspections are carried out at required frequencies. - Liaise with the QA dept. for support in area / line clearances along with any other specific quality issues which may arise during production. - Approval of area / line clearances and pre-production samples as required as per defined procedures. - QC samples are collected as per the batch packaging record. - Ensure consistent adherence to operating, quality and machine cleaning and safety procedures in production. - Deviations are reported to the immediate supervisor. - Yields are being monitored versus goals & timely corrective actions are being taken. - Machine downtime is being actioned in a timely fashion. • Achieve the desired level of competency as per the relevant training plan. • Ensure that all batch packaging records are completed accurately in a timely manner. • Ensure that quantities of good & rejects are accurately recorded. • Ensure excellence in Housekeeping and that cleaning logbooks, LUMAC logs and other production-floor logs are completed and kept up to date. • Work positively with all Team Leaders, Engineers and Packaging Manager at all times. • Ensure safe work practices are being followed at all times and report any defects immediately to the Safety Officer / Packaging Manager. • This role demands flexibility to changes in shift patterns at short notice. • Carry out various other additional tasks that may be required from time to time in accordance with the overall goal of the company. • Assist in all technical aspects and projects as and when required by the Packaging Manager. Knowledge / Skills & Experience Essential: • Capability to meet clear goals, communicate clearly and ensure progress to completion meeting predefined targets. • Fluent English
Senior Staff Officer
The Senior Staff Officer is a middle management supervisory position within the local authority. A Senior Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of an Administrative Officer, Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade and may from time to time be required to deputise for more senior staff. The Senior Staff Officer is a frontline management position in the Council which has assigned responsibility for managing the performance of a department, section within a department or a business unit of the local authority. He/she is responsible for ensuring that goals set out in the Corporate, Departmental and Team plans become operational actions within their department or unit and will generally work as part of a multidisciplinary team. A Senior Staff Officer also works closely with senior management, elected representatives, external agencies and relevant stakeholders to deliver services to the highest standard. The Senior Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties with an understanding of the political context of local government and in such a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The ideal candidate must therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services, willing to take on a challenge and work on their own initiative. It is desirable that the successful candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at interview that he/she has: • A satisfactory knowledge of the functions and duties of Local Authorities; • A satisfactory knowledge or experience of office organisation; • Excellent communication, interpersonal and people management skills; • Excellent organisational, time management and leadership skills; • Ability to work effectively under pressure and achieve objectives in a timely manner; • Good understanding and knowledge of local authority policy procedures and practices; • Ability to work effectively as part of a team; • Be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative; • Proven problem solving and trouble shooting skills; • Budgetary management skills; • Supervisory management skills; • Have knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems; • A current, full, Category B driving licence and have access to own car. Competition Details Louth County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Louth County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post, from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. This panel will exist for 12 months and may only be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Essential Criteria 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, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (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 equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, and (iv) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined Competition (Panel A & C) (v) (a) be a serving employee in a local authority, and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post, and (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Candidates will have to demonstrate from their application form, to the satisfaction of a short-listing board, that they possess sufficient skills and experience in the competencies listed below in order to be called for interview: Leading & Motivating Problem Solving & Decision Making Managing Resources Candidates short-listed for interview will then be assessed at the interview stage under the three competencies listed above in addition to Local Government Knowledge and Understanding. Leading & Motivating • Works with the team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives and addressing performance issues if they arise. • Provides clear information and advice as to what is required of the team. • Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet objectives. • Leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required including managing underperformance. • Places high importance on staff development, training and maximising skills and capacity of the team. • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise, weighing up a range of critical factors. • Takes account of broader issues, agendas, sensitivities and related implications when making decisions. • Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions. • Uses judgement to make sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and stands by these. • Puts forward solutions to address problems. Managing Resources • Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives. • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities at the same time. • Structures and organises their own work and others’ work effectively. • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available. • Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and evidence as to what is required. • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation. • Applies appropriate systems/processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs. • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering a high-quality customer service, for internal and external customers. Local Government Knowledge and Understanding (To be assessed at Interview stage) • Demonstrates knowledge of the structure and functions of local government. • Demonstrates knowledge of current local government issues and advocates practical approaches to addressing them. • Demonstrates a clear and realistic view of future trends and strategic direction of local government. • Demonstrates an understanding of the role of a Senior Staff Officer in this context. Duties Senior Staff Officers are key frontline personnel who deliver a range of services to the public and internally within the Council and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority when required and such duties as may be required in relation to the area of any other local authority. Senior Staff Officers are required to perform a range of tasks including but not limited to the following: • Responsible for the management and administration of a section or sections within the Council. • Supervision and management of staff within a section or sections, including assigning and scheduling duties and workload, providing on-going support and handling day to day issues. • Promote a culture of dignity, respect and fairness and seek to eliminate all forms of discrimination. • Promote equality of opportunity, and protect the human rights of staff and service users. • Planning, allocation and prioritization of work. • Supervise and participate in the Performance Management Development System (PMDS). • Reporting on the progress of work at staff meetings. • Supporting line manager to ensure work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s corporate and operational plans, including planning and prioritizing work and allocating resources. • To develop and maintain productive working relationships, including providing information and assistance when required. • Liaise with Public Representatives and work closely with other public bodies. • To act as a key point of contact and liaison in relation to all operational matters for the section(s) for which they are responsible. • To research, analyse and communicate information on specific issues and policies as appropriate, including compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations and correspondence. • Representing the Council on committees and at meetings and reporting on progress in their section or department as required. • Providing support and administrative assistance in the delivery of projects including project management as required. • To be involved in the day to day financial management of capital and operational expenditure in the section or department. • To identify opportunities for improvements, implement and manage change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • Compliance with all organizational policies and procedures within an area of responsibility and provide assistance in the understanding and interpretation of policies and procedures to employees, customers and other stakeholders as appropriate. • Use of all technology and equipment assigned. • Compliance with Health & Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibilities as may be required from time to time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance. Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her 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. The salary scale for the position of Senior Staff Officer is: €57,322 – €70,030 (LSI 2) gross per annum. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. 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. Probation Where a person, who is not already a permanent officer of Louth County Council, is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: • There will be a probationary period of 9 months from date of employment; • The Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend this period; • You shall cease to hold office at end of the period of probation unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that your service is satisfactory. Location of Post Louth County Council reserves the right to assign the post holder to any council premises, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other 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. Superannuation A. Officers joining the Public Service after the 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. A Class rate of PRSI contribution will apply. A rate of 3% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the rate of State Pension Contributory (SPC)). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. OR B. Officers who became pensionable officers of the Public Service prior to 1st January 2013 and who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of the net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the rate of State Pension Contributory (SPC)). You will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% of your pensionable remuneration to the Spouses & Children’s Pension Scheme. OR C. Officers who became pensionable officers of a Public Service prior to 5th April 1995 and who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required to contribute at a rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. If an option to join a dependent scheme was made, you will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% to a Dependents Pension Scheme. Retirement Retirement is dependent on the superannuation scheme you become a member of and details will be made available to you upon appointment. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it may be necessary for the successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo at his/her expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. Residence The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. References Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related. At least one of the referees should be an existing or former employer. In advance of any offer of employment, Louth County Council reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. The Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Hours of Work The working hours at present provide for a five-day, thirty-five hour working week. A flexible working hours’ system is in operation and may be availed of subject to the terms and conditions of the Flexitime Policy. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for the position will be 30 days per annum. Louth County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1977 (as amended). Start Date The successful candidate will commence on direction from Directors of Service and/or Chief Executive. Should they fail to take up the appointment on direction, the Council at its discretion may not appoint them.
