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IKEA Plan & Order Carlow are looking to welcome a Sales Specialist to our new store! Are you interested in sales and passionate about bringing creative visions to life? Join us at our Planning & Order Point in Carlow, where you’ll support customers in designing their dream kitchens and wardrobes. If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy using innovative planning tools, we’d love to hear from you. WHAT WE OFFER • The Start Date of employment will be November/December 2026. • The starting salary for this role is €33,800 per annum, based on skills and experience. • 39 Hours working 5 days per week including day shift, evenings and alternate weekends. • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview. WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and skills to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs. • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers. • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans. • iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal. • Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks. ..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/ WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE • You will be able to conduct sales discussions with ease. • Experience of working in a customer and commercial-oriented business, with an interest in people’s everyday life at home within their kitchen. • Capacity to take personal initiatives and respond well to changes, with the ability to both find solutions to complex problems and be able to communicate to the customer. • Skilled in using computer software. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING ON THE DAY TO DAY • You actively engage with our customers to identify their needs and how to inspire and advise them on the best solutions for their life at home through home furnishings. • Support increasing sales by being proud of your areas of responsibility, ensuring the customer meets an area that is clean, well presented and easy to shop. • Kitchen Planning & Designing for up to 2 hours with an additional 30-60 minutes to provide accurate plans, worktop and installation quotations for the customer. • Support with responding to the customer emails, securing payments both in store and remotely. WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. • Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better. • Shortlisted candidates will be requested to take a 15-20 minute prescreening call with a recruiter. • Final stage candidates will be invited to a virtual interview with the hiring manager to present a design task. Each co-worker will follow a structured training plan, including a period of Kitchen School training. This will involve travel to IKEA Dublin store for 3 weeks, Monday to Friday. This will be fully arranged and funded by IKEA. This ensures you are fully upskilled ahead of opening, with no personal expenses incurred. We understand not everyone will be selected, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email fiona.currie@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
Roads Service Supervisor
1. The Position The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Roads Service Supervisor. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies both permanent and temporary will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. It is proposed to form five separate Municipal District panels of qualified candidates, from which any vacancies that occur within the respective Municipal District, will be filled during the lifetime of each of these panels: • Donegal Municipal District • Glenties Municipal District • Inishowen Municipal District • Letterkenny / Milford Municipal District • Lifford / Stranorlar Municipal District Candidates may select a maximum of 3 Municipal Districts within which they must be willing to travel to, should a vacancy occur. The successful candidate shall report to the Area Engineer or other appropriate person as determined by the Council from time to time. 2. Roles Duties & Responsibilities A non-exhaustive list of duties is provided below: Core duties: • Organising and programming works (including supervising staff, plant and materials) for maintenance work, new construction projects and out of hours response • Ensuring current Safety Health and Welfare policies of the Council are applied. • Assisting in the review of the condition of roads and agreeing priorities with relevant staff. • Liaising with Councillors, representatives of community groups, suppliers, contractors etc. • Reporting on complaints to enable his/her manager to judge the need for improvement and maintenance work on different sections of the network. • Assisting in the preparation of cost estimates including carrying out such tasks as the measurement of road lengths, widths, etc. • Monitoring and controlling budgets on projects assigned to him / her. • Preparing records including time sheets, wage sheets etc. • Acting as Duty RSS’s for the winter service season Other duties: • Being available as part of the call out systems of the Council, such as in relation to winter maintenance and out of hours response. • Inspecting and reporting on road related planning matters. • Assisting in setting out. • Organising and supervising Contractors working for the Council • Assisting in preparing monthly expenditure reports. • Giving evidence as part of legal cases the Council is involved with. • The carrying out of the above duties (or similar) for other functional areas of the Council as and when these are assigned. Official Languages (Amendment) Acts, 2021 So that the Local Authority may meet its statutory obligations, a satisfactory competence in the Irish Language is deemed essential for appointment/assignment/re-assignment to Gaeltacht-based offices and offices serving Gaeltacht areas. Competence to be of a level where one can operate through the medium of Irish and provide services to the public in Irish, as per the provisions of the Official Languages (Amendment) Acts, 2021. An assessment of this competence may form an integral part of the recruitment and selection process. 3. Qualifications & Requirement of the Post (a) Character: Candidates shall be of good character. (b) Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Medical advisor prior to appointment. (c) Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications: • Have a good Standard of Education; • Hold a full, clean driving licence for Category B vehicles and have his/her own car; • Have previous experience in: o the Maintenance and Construction of Road Projects, o Managing Contractors, o Supervising employees, o Dealing with the general public, o Safety, Health & Welfare, o Budgeting / Cost control. • Have a good knowledge and previous experience in roads maintenance and construction of road projects. • Be able to demonstrate organisational and leadership skills and be capable of working on their own initiative. Please Note: Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. (d) Desirable Skills The following is desirable but not essential:- • Technical qualifications would be an advantage. • A basic knowledge of computers and associated software would be an advantage. 4. Particulars of the Post (a) General Donegal County Council proposes to create a panel of qualified candidates for the position of Roads Service Supervisor from which it will fill any vacancy that may arise. (b) Probation The successful candidate shall be required to be on probation for an initial period, as determined by the Council. This period may be extended at the discretion of the Council. (c) Remuneration The current national weekly pay-scale is €923.97 minimum to €1,088.14 maximum (as per Circular EL 04/2026). Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. New entrants will commence on the minimum point of the scale. (d) Base The base for the post of Roads Service Supervisor shall be determined by the Council and will depend on the particular area and service to which the post holder is assigned. The role of Roads Service Supervisor may involve some travel, with some trips involving overnight stays and associated costs covered by the appropriate allowances. (e) Residence Holders of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. (f) Working Hours / Annual Leave The normal hours of work will be 39 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. The Road Services Supervisor will be required to enter into arrangements to work on an on-call rota basis and work out of hours including public holidays. Annual leave allowance will be a maximum 25 days for all applicants.
Library Staff Officer
THE ROLE Library Staff Officers are in supervisory positions, reporting to Executive Librarians and the City Librarian. It is a public facing role with public desk/engagement duties. Location Library Staff Officers may be based in Cork City Library or in any of the other library locations across the network. The Library Staff Officer post is a supervisory position and is assigned functional responsibility and deputising role for the administration and management of a branch library, department or team within the Library Service. All duties must be carried out in a professional, impartial and accountable manner that supports fair decision-making and upholds public service values. DUTIES The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Library Staff Officer: • Assist the relevant Executive Librarian in the day-to-day running of the Library Service including public facing services and events. • Assist the Executive Librarian with staff supervision, training and development, leading and managing a team. • Assist the Executive Librarian with CORE (salary/wages) sign off duties. • Assist the Executive Librarian with the enforcement of Health and Safety best practice. • Assist the Executive Librarian in Bibliographic Services in the cataloguing and processing of the new stock, and in stock distribution and management. • Assist in supporting Cork City Libraries’ Digital Strategy – digitisation, website, online platforms, statistics/data collection and social media. • Deputise for the Executive Librarian in their absence. • Carry out such other related duties as will be assigned by the City Librarian from time to time. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (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. Skills • Experience in management and supervision of staff. • An ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. • Possess excellent IT skills. • Demonstrate strong abilities in the following competency areas - o Delivering Results, o Performance through People, o Specialist Library Knowledge, Expertise and Self-development, o Management and Change THE PERSON It is also desirable that each candidate demonstrates through their application form and at interview (should they be called) the following: • A minimum of two years’ relevant experience of working in a library. • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government and library services; • Knowledge of current local government and library issues and key policies guiding the local government and library sectors; • An ability to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance and ethics standards are adhered to and maintained; • The ability to motivate, empower and encourage staff under his/her supervision to achieve maximum performance by supporting the current Performance Management and Development System (PMDS); • Understanding of the changing and operational environment in the Council and be capable of leading change to deliver quality services to our citizens; • Effective financial and resource management skills; • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems; • Relevant administrative experience; • Experience of supervising staff; • Experience of working as part of a team; • Experience of preparing reports and correspondence; • Strong resource management skills. Salary The salary scale for the post is: €52,761 - €54,337 - €55,946 - €57,589 - €59,244 - €61,173 (LSI1) - €63,109 (LSI2) In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale at the minimum point. Hours of Duty • The opening hours of libraries are tailored to the public’s needs. Library Staff Officers will be expected to work hours in keeping with the staff rota at the relevant service point. • The standard working fortnight is currently 70 hours. Depending on the location, this could be a 5 day week or a 4 day/6 day week. • Saturdays and late evening working hours are included as part of a normal roster. • The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary.
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Branch Librarian
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. 2. HEALTH Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. 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 in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate must have a good general level of education. 5. DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE It would be desirable if each candidate has: • A full unendorsed driving licence for Category B vehicles and have access to their own vehicle • An understanding of and dedication to customer service • An understanding of the changing public library environment and the capability of adapting to change • Energy and enthusiasm with a commitment to the needs of the community • A high level of ICT and digital proficiency; including digital and social media, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email; • Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills • Strong judgement and problem-solving skills • An ability to work effectively within a team to achieve a common goal, whilst also being capable of working independently on their own initiative, in an independent environment and without supervision • An ability to manage time, workload and other resources affectively • An interest in working with all ages and abilities in the delivery of library programming • An understanding of community and stakeholder engagement • Previous relevant experience PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. THE POST The Branch Librarian post is a pensionable part-time position on the basis of a minimum of 20 no. hours per week over 5 no. days. Vacancies arising at this grade will be filled from the panel formed as a result of this competition. 2. DUTIES The duties of the employment are to give to: (a) Sligo County Council under the control of the Chief Executive or his nominee and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive, or of such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of a technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary nature 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 employment will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level, if qualified to do so. The duties of the post shall include but are not limited to the following: ▪ Front-line library service duties at a busy public library desk; ▪ Lock-up and security of branch where needed; ▪ Adherence to the Health and Safety policy of Sligo County Council; ▪ Use of Library Management System; ▪ Responding to customer queries, including information and requests; ▪ Providing frontline library service to the public; ▪ Providing mediated access to library resources in-house and online; ▪ Providing excellent customer service e.g. responding to customer queries, including information and requests; ▪ Supporting senior staff in the delivery of library services to the public; ▪ Operating existing and future I.T. systems - word processing, spreadsheets, databases, library operating systems, e-mail and internet; ▪ Assisting the public in using self-service facilities, Online Catalogue, Self-Check Kiosks, Public PCs, WiFi access, Printing, Online Resources, My Open Library facilities, and any other Library I.T. equipment and Apps; ▪ Assisting in the promotion of the library service through an active role in the organisation and delivery of events – e.g. book clubs; storytelling, class visits, community events & exhibitions; ▪ Branch Relief Work – cover in other locations as required to maintain library branch network opening hours during periods of holiday leave, sick leave, etc.; ▪ General clerical and administrative duties relevant to the Library Service, e.g. processing and RFID tagging of new library stock, Health & Safety checklists and documentation, branch statistics returns, etc.; ▪ Participating and contributing to the organisational response to Climate Action through training and Library programming; ▪ Ensuring standards and policies are adhered to in terms of Health and Safety, Child Protection and Data Protection; ▪ Any other duties that may be assigned as part of the overall functioning of the Library Service. 3. REMUNERATION The remuneration shall be fully inclusive and will be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive remuneration) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The current (hourly) payscale for the position is as follows: €17.49 - €18.45 - €18.69 - €19.18 - €19.88 - €20.59 - €21.30 - €21.81 - €22.39 - €23.07 - €23.55 - €24.22 - €24.89 - €26.16 – LSI1 €27.06 Remuneration for the post shall be in accordance with existing practice as set out in relevant circulars. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. 4. SUPERANNUATION a) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 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 dependant or qualified children). b) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. c) All persons under (a) and (b) above who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children's Contributory Pension) Scheme, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. d) Persons who are pensionable under the Single Public Sector Pension Scheme, contributions in respect of Superannuation shall be deducted at a rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3½% 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). 5. PROBATION There shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which the person appointed will hold the post on probation. Such period shall be six months commencing on the first day of service but the Chief Executive may at their discretion, extend such period. Such person shall cease to hold the post at the end of the period of probation or extended period of probation, unless, during such period or extended period, the service of such person is certified as satisfactory. 6. RETIREMENT AGE For appointees who are deemed to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, there is no compulsory retirement age. For appointees entering the Single Public Service Scheme, compulsory retirement age will be 70. For appointees covered under the provisions of the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Bill 2018, compulsory retirement age will be 70. 7. RESIDENCE The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 8. LOCATION Sligo County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any branch of Sligo Library Service now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. 9. METHOD OF SELECTION (a) Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of Sligo County Council. Interviews will be conducted in person. The Council will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview. A panel will be formed of those who are most successful in the competition. The top performing candidates at final selection interview whose names are placed on the panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the position and that they are otherwise suitable for employment, may within the life of the panel, be employed as appropriate vacancies arise. The life of the panel shall be one year from the date it is formed, unless extended by the Chief Executive.
Security Officer
Salary: €31,673.26 - €39,416.85 (DOE)Hours: Not Fixed- this is a holiday cover position. Overview of role: UPMC are currently recruiting for a Security Officer on a bank/causal contract at UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Christmas Retail Sales Advisor
About the role We have exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Liverpool FC team as Retail Sales Advisor at our ILAC Store on a seasonal Christmas temporary contract. We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about customer service and enjoy working as part of a team. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring that the overall customer experience within the Liverpool Football Club Store is to the highest possible standard. What will you be doing? Who are we looking for? To be successful, you must have recent retail store and customer service experience in a customer facing role and can demonstrate this important skill set, with excellent numeracy and literacy skills. Having strong interpersonal and communication skills, you will be confident in delivering excellent customer service and working as part of a team. A retail and/or customer service qualifications would be advantageous. You will be able to work flexible hours. Why should you apply? This role is offering seasonal Christmas temporary contracts ending on the 27th of December, working various hours including evenings and weekends. Your main base will be our ILAC store, in Dublin At Liverpool Football Club, we have an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and are always looking to making a positive difference in the communities that we operate within. We are proud of our achievements in this area; maintaining the Premier League Equality Standard Advanced Level, becoming a founding signatory of the Football Association’s Football Leadership Diversity Code and being recognised as a leader in this important area on and off the pitch. We take our responsibilities in this area seriously and through the work being done across the club, we are committed to increasing the diversity of our people and becoming an increasingly inclusive workplace for all. We are committed to hiring great people representative of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills across our entire business. If you share our enthusiasm and passion for inclusivity, then we want to hear from you. Liverpool FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all Colleagues and Volunteers to share this commitment.
Stockroom Manager
Our vision is to establish HUGO BOSS as the leading premium tech-driven fashion platform worldwide and to be one of the top 100 global brands. At HUGO BOSS, we work as a team to apply our knowledge, skills and experience together and create a diversity of ideas and solutions. What unites us? We love fashion, we change fashion! At HUGO BOSS, you have the opportunity to contribute your personality, ideas and creativity — because only when we break new ground together can we create something unique. Become part of our team of more than 19.000 employees worldwide and shape your future at HUGO BOSS! In your role as a Stockroom Manager, you act as an inspirational role model in taking ownership in managing all stockroom operations to optimize the retail business and enhance efficiency of the selling process with a tireless drive to support the team in delivering excellent customer experience. We are looking for passionate candidates to join our innovative and inspiring team at Hugo Boss. We celebrate success, work collaboratively and make the impossible possible. If you thrive in a fun yet entrepreneurial environment and have a drive to succeed - this could be the role for you. What you can expect:
Housing Investigation Officer
The Housing Investigation Officer (HIO) is a customer facing role in Housing and Social Services and is an important function in the assessing of social housing applicants and determining their qualification for social housing supports. The appointee will work extensively with clients, internal functions in housing and other sections within Kerry County Council and with other state agencies such as social workers, homeless services internal and external, Approved Housing bodies, disability representative bodies, etc. The work of a Housing Investigations Officer requires that employees in the role function in a flexible manner and work effectively as part of a team to deliver required outcomes or outputs. Their duties are varied and can involve assignment to different parts of the organisation, or different areas of work as services require. SALARY: €52,761 - €63,109 - with annual increments payable subject to satisfactory overall performance, attendance, etc. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. Where the person being appointed is a serving local authority employee, normal starting pay rules will apply. ANNUAL LEAVE: 30 days per annum HOURS OF WORK: While the normal working week will constitute 35 hours, the appointee will be required to work the hours directed by the Chief Executive of Kerry County Council, which will include hours outside of the normal working day associated with the responsibilities and requirements of the post. A flexible working hours system is in operation. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Key duties may include, but are not be limited to:- • interviewing applicants for housing supports • compiling appropriate reports • compiling the Housing Priority List in line with our Social Housing Allocation Scheme • recommending Housing Allocations for both Choice Based Letting Properties and those properties allocated outside of the CBL process. • liaising and working effectively with various relevant statutory bodies • associated administrative duties as assigned from time to time • use of information technology and relevant computer software packages • liaising and working effectively with Approved Housing bodies on various schemes • working with and supporting the work of the Homeless Information Centre • acting as primary liaison for specific duties assigned in the course of the job • assessing applicants in relation to approved grant schemes such as Housing Aid for Older People grant (HOP), Mobility Aids Housing Grant Scheme (MAG) and Housing Adaptation Grant for people with a Disability (HGD) In addition, appointees will be required to: - comply with Health and Safety legislation at all times ensure an efficient and effective response to all stakeholders participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to their grade undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required, or assigned, from time to time deputise for other employees of a higher grade as required ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on panels from which vacancies for Assistant Staff Officer may be filled. Panel A (Confined to the Local Authority Sector) This panel will comprise of successful candidates from within the Local Authority Sector, i.e. candidates who are serving employees of a Local Authority or Regional Assembly. Panel B (Open) This panel will comprise of all successful candidates in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a Local Authority, Regional Assembly and external candidates. Panel C (Confined to Kerry County Council) This panel will comprise of successful candidates who are serving employees of Kerry County Council. CHARACTER: Each candidate must 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. CITIZENSHIP: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA), or The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway 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 in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: PANEL A (i) be a serving employee in a local authority or regional assembly and (ii) have at least two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or an analogous post PANEL B (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 (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard PANEL C (i) be a serving employee of Kerry County Council, and (ii) have at least two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or an analogous post The ideal candidate shall: • demonstrate knowledge and experience of local authority Housing functions • have experience of working with community/voluntary groups • possess excellent interpersonal and communications skills • be able to show an ability to work on their own initiative and resolve issues as they arise • be willing to work flexible hours • have proven negotiating skills • be a proven team worker Applicants must by the date of any appointment possess a current full Category B Driving Licence or equivalent in the E.U. Model Driving Licence. FORMAT OF THE COMPETITION Following the closing date, Kerry County Council will examine all applications having regard to the eligibility criteria as set out above to determine validity of applications in the context of the different panels identified and overall suitability having regard to the essential skills required for the position. Depending on the number of applications received, a shortlisting exercise may be carried out which may involve a desktop exercise based on information supplied on the application form and having regard to experience indicating suitability for the role of Housing Investigations Officer. It is therefore in candidate’s own interests to provide a detailed and accurate account of their qualifications, experience and overall suitability for the position on their application form. Where it is considered, by reason of the number and standard of applications received, that it would be reasonable not to progress all candidates to interview, only persons likely to attain a standard sufficient for selection and recommendation for appointment shall be called for interview. The number of candidates invited to attend for interview (either short listing or final) will be determined having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. ESSENTIAL SKILLS In addition to meeting the eligibility criteria set out above, candidates must be able to demonstrate that they possess the following knowledge, experience, skills and competencies. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by the candidates. Delivering Results • Translate the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for their area of responsibility • Plan work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively • Implement high quality service and customer care standards • Make decisions in a timely and well-informed manner Performance Management • Lead and develop the team to achieve corporate objectives • Effectively manage performance Communicating Effectively • Have effective verbal and written communication skills Personal Effectiveness • Take initiative and be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities • Manage time and workload effectively • Maintain a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role Knowledge, Experience & Skills • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government, and in particular Housing services provided by local authorities • Knowledge of current local government issues, priorities, concerns and future direction • Understanding of the role of Housing Investigations Officer • Relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level • Experience of managing and supervising staff, including managing performance • Experience of compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations, correspondence, etc. • Effective financial and resource management skills • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems INTERVIEW Candidates invited to participate in the interview process will be expected to demonstrate the key competencies outlined above and will be assessed and marked on the basis how they demonstrate their knowledge, skills and experience. GENERAL INFORMATION Kerry County Council will not be responsible for any expense, including travelling expenses, which candidates may incur in connection with their candidature. Candidates will be asked for details of any special requirements which they may have in attending for interview. Candidates invited to attend for interview may be asked, at any stage of the recruitment process, to supply further documentation in relation to their academic qualifications, employment history, etc. Any offer of employment will be subject to verification of information provided on the application form, pre-employment medical examination, reference checks, and Garda vetting if appropriate. An applicant who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will result in disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment offered, or dismissal. Any attempt by a candidate himself or herself or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise, to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour, any member of the staff of Kerry County Council or person nominated by Kerry County Council to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought.
