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To support growth and expansion we are currently recruiting an experienced Electrician for Limerick area. This is a permanent position with an immediate start date. Full-time, 39 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8AM- 4:30PM Location: Raheen Bussiness Park, Limerick Overall Purpose of the Job Work within a multi-skilled team, maintain a good relationship and liaise with the client's representative on day to day issues. Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance including troubleshooting on electrical and mechanical systems and equipment to a good standard and within defined timescales. Ensure that procedures and standards meet or exceed the client’s expectations Main Duties and Responsibilities PPM on all electrical equipment; This job description forms the basic requirements of your employment. This is not an exhaustive list and there may be occasions when you are required to perform duties outside the scope of your job description. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Electrician
Based at our client site and reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will take ownership in providing electrical maintenance of plant equipment and machinery. Working alongside our multiskilled maintenance and facilities teams, you will be responsible for ensuring maximum up-times for electrical components. Main Duties and Responsibilities CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Facilities Technician
Main Duties and Responsibilities Maintain and operate plant, utilities, and equipment to ensure smooth and safe operations. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Housing Assessment/Tenant Liaison Officer
The Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel for Cavan County Council from which full-time, permanent and fixed-term contract posts may be filled at Housing Assessment/Tenant Liaison Officer Grade. Post: The Housing Assessment/Tenant Liaison Officer will have an integral and substantial role in assessing and determining the accommodation need of applicants for social housing support together with the active and positive management its tenant relations/engagement. It will include dealing with anti-social behaviour and the implementation of the Anti-Social Behaviour Strategy and the development and working with Resident Groups in Council Estates. The post holder will be expected to have a close working relationship with existing council staff of all sections and will have the ability and experience to liaise and work effectively with other statutory and voluntary agencies. Qualifications For The Post Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Medical advisor prior to appointment. Education, Training, Experience: 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 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. · A qualification in community development, social housing, estate management or other relevant discipline is desirable, but not essential · Possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category B) and have access to his/her own vehicle DETAILS AND PARTICULARS Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will form part of the Housing Services team and will report to the Administrative Officer or other appropriate supervisor/line manager. The post holder will be based in the Housing Department (or any other premises as assigned in use by the Council) and will be required to work 35 hours per week. Daily working hours may vary and may include post-normal office hours. Social Housing Supports In respect of an applicant for social housing support or a transfer to another dwelling to undertake the following: · To provide support to team members in the day-to-day issues arising out of application, including task and duties scheduling, prioritising work together with monitoring progress · To invite each applicant for interview and manage the appointments process · To determine eligibility in accordance with the legislative framework · To assess the households need · To classify the nature of the need · To decide the most appropriate form of social housing support applicable · To prepare an assessment report recommendation identifying the housing support suitable to meet the household needs and the points to be awarded for approval of the Administrative Officer · To carry out an annual review of the household needs or when notified of a change in circumstances · To provide input into the recommendations for allocation of social housing · To update the records on the Council’s systems as required, keep necessary records, and compile relevant statistics · To liaise with external agencies as required i.e., HSE, Gardaí, AHBs etc. · To carry out ad hoc investigations/prepare various reports as requested by Administrative Officer or other appropriate Supervisor/Line Manager · Provide advice to applicants as necessary Tenancies · Deliver pre tenancy training for all new tenancies created by the Council to include advice on their responsibilities viz-a-viz the Council’s responsibilities in relation to repairs, keeping of pets, matters relating to anti-social behaviour and the various rental payment options available and so on. · To make the necessary arrangements to have Tenancy Agreements signed and keys handed out to the new tenant. · Liaise with other statutory service providers and voluntary agencies with regard to specific circumstances and/or individual needs of tenants, as appropriate e.g. HSE, Tusla, Education Authorities, An Garda Siochana, Probation and Welfare Services, MABS. · To investigate reports of complaints of anti-social behaviour in line with the Anti-Social Behaviour Strategy or other breaches of tenancy in council dwellings including interviewing tenants, complainants, and witnesses. · Prepare and serve warning letters, all notices, and instructions to Council legal advisor to commence legal proceedings and when necessary, attend in court to give evidence as required. · Attend evictions and make the arrangements with other council staff for securing the dwelling. · To inspect council houses as required to ensure that tenants are compliant with the terms of their Tenancy Agreement, prepare reports etc. and take the necessary action. · To liaise with the technical staff and assist the operations/enforcement section of Council in the Control of Dogs, Waste and Litter Management issues and/or other section where issue arise pertaining to tenants. · To investigate the illegal occupancy of Council houses and as appropriate follow the legal procedures required up to and including attending court to give evidence as required. Estate Management · To promote tenant engagement and facilitate the establishment of resident’s associations where required or support the activities of existing residents’ groups in the estate · Actively deal with anti-social behavioural issues in line with the Council’s Anti-Social Behaviour Strategy · To mediate and liaise, where possible, on tenant and resident conflicts and seek to resolve disputes Develop and co-ordinate communication on cases and anti-social behaviour prevention with the An Gardaí Siochana, HSE, Túsla, other agencies and residents · To engage with all residents at neighbour level in building local capacity and to empower neighbourhood communities to take the lead in building and promoting their local community · Develop links between the residents with the council services to promote good estate management eg social inclusion units, waste management section etc. Other · Maintain adequate records in accordance with the requirements of GDPR and update information systems as required · Prepare and deliver reports for Administrative Officer or other appropriate Supervisor/Officer as requested. · Will be required to hold a current Safe Pass Card. · Will ensure a safe environment and implement all the Council’s health and safety requirements including using a lone worker device during working hours · Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the local authority. 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. Salary Remuneration will be at the Staff Officer Scale of the national wage scales. The present minimum scale is €51,210 increasing to €61,252 per annum (including LSIs) with annual increments subject to satisfactory performance via PMDS. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Garda Vetting/Child Protection Successful candidates will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement from public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. Working Hours The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility and will be based on a 35 hour week, involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. Pension : The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies.
Court Messenger
The Role The role will be to provide support to the County Registrar assigned to the County of Galway in her capacity as Sheriff and under the terms of the Enforcement of Court Orders Act, 1926, as amended. Key Responsibilities The appointee will be assigned duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade. The duties of a Court Messenger include, but are not limited to: (a) Enforcement of Decrees, Execution Orders, Fi Fas and Repossession Orders by: · the collection of monies on foot of Court Judgments lodged in the Court Office · the seizure and sale of goods to realise Judgment Debts · taking possession of lands and houses on foot of Court Orders including ejectment of persons in occupation (b) Maintenance of appropriate records to include: · Responsibility for cash, cheques and drafts received, issuing temporary receipts and accounting for monies received · Recording and updating of files and issue of appropriate notices and correspondence · Use of information technology systems (c) Customer Service · Maintaining contact with relevant stakeholders · Dealing effectively and speedily with customer queries (d) Other appropriate duties as assigned by the Office Manager. In discharging the duties detailed at (a) above, the appointee shall follow all directions relating thereto issued to him/her by the County Registrar (see Section 4 and 5 of the Enforcement of Court Orders Act, 1926 for more information) In discharging the duties at (b) to (d), the appointee shall report to the Office Manager or such person within the office designated for this purpose by the Office Manager or the Courts Service. The Court Messenger, being based at Galway Court Office, will report to the Court Office Manager in relation to all HR matters e.g. annual leave, sick leave, performance management etc and any other matters not encompassed in (a) to (d) above. Additionally, a Court Messenger, at the direction of the Courts Service, may be required to provide assistance in other counties, where for example, the permanent Court Messenger is on extended leave of absence, or the position is vacant. Note, the above is intended as a guide and is neither definitive nor restrictive. Essential Requirements: Candidates will be expected to demonstrate the following: Has Effective Decision-Making Skills where he/she: · Evaluates circumstances and considers his /her approach · Deals effectively with a wide range of information sources, investigating all relevant issues · Understands the practical implication of information in relation to the broader context (procedures, divisional objectives etc) · Identifies and understands key issues and trends · Correctly extracts and interprets numerical information, conducting accurate numerical calculations · Draws accurate conclusions and makes balanced and fair recommendations backed up with evidence Candidates with Disabilities The Courts Service has a key role to play in attracting candidates from all sectors of society, ensuring that routes to career opportunities are accessible to all who are interested. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. If you have a disability or need reasonable accommodation made during the selection process, we strongly encourage you to share this with us so that we can ensure you get the support you need. Reasonable accommodation in our selection process refers to adjustments and practical changes which would enable a disabled candidate to have an equal opportunity for this competition. Examples of adjustments we provide include the use of assistive technology, extra time, scribes and/or readers or a range of other accommodations. Please be assured that having a disability or requiring adjustments will not impact on your progress in the selection process; you will not be at a disadvantage if you disclose your disability or requirements to us. Your disability and/or adjustments will be kept entirely confidential. Interviews Interviews will take place in a location in Galway City. Interviews will be structured in format, with candidates asked to provide examples of the competencies for the role as outlined in Section 5 of this document. Interview The competencies will be thoroughly and systematically assessed at interview to assess suitability for the grade of Court Messenger. The board may ask about the experiences described on the CV and cover letter or they may ask for other examples. It is anticipated the interview will last 45 minutes. Marks allocated at interview Each of the competencies will carry equal marks of 40 therefore a total of 120 marks is available. Candidates are required to achieve 20 marks in each competency to be considered for progression to the panel. Panel Formation Following the interview process a panel will be formed for the purpose of filling a Court Messenger Position. Candidates will be ranked in order of merit based on performance at interview. This panel will remain in place until 31 December 2025 from the date of formation of the panel or until the exhaustion of the panel whichever is the earlier. Candidates who have not been offered a position at the expiry of the panel will have no claim to any further positions thereafter because of having been on the panel. Confidentiality Candidates can expect that all enquiries, applications and all aspects of the proceedings to the extent that they are managed by the Courts Service are treated as strictly confidential subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014. However, candidates should note that all application material may be made available to the interview board. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from computer records for general statistical purposes. Garda Vetting Garda vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. The applicant will be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form should they come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Siochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which they resided. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position, they will be required to supply this information again. Other important information The Courts Service will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment to this position the Courts Service will make all such enquiries that are deemed necessary to determine the suitability of that candidate. Until all stages of the recruitment process have been fully completed a final determination cannot be made nor can it be deemed or inferred that such a determination has been made. Should the person recommended for appointment decline, or having accepted it, relinquish it, or if an additional vacancy arises the Courts Service may, at its discretion, select and recommend another person for appointment on the results of this selection process. Review and Complaint Procedures under the Code of Practice for Appointments to Positions in the Civil and Public Service If a candidate is unhappy following the outcome of any stage of a selection process, they can either: 1. Request a Review of a decision made during the process Or 2. Make a Complaint that the selection process followed was unfair A candidate can follow either one of the two procedures in relation to the same aspect of a selection process, but not both. Where a review of a selection process has taken place under Section 7 (as detailed below), a complainant may not seek a further review of the same process under Section 8, other than in the most exceptional circumstances that will be determined by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA) at its sole discretion . There is no obligation on the Courts Service to suspend an appointment process while a Review or Complaint is being considered. However, the CPSA expects that, where possible, the Courts Service will intervene in cases where it finds an error is likely to have occurred. Requesting a Review under Section 7 A request for review may be taken by a candidate should they be dissatisfied with an action or decision taken by the Courts Service. The Courts Service will consider requests for review in accordance with the provisions of Section 7 of the Code of Practice for Appointments to Positions in the Civil and Public Service published by the CPSA. When making a request for a review, the candidate must support their request by outlining the facts they believe show that the action taken or decision reached was wrong. A request for review may be refused if the candidate cannot support their request. The Informal Review will consist of a desk-based examination of any available information in relation to the recruitment process and the decision taken regarding the candidate’s application. The outcome of the Informal Review Process will be communicated to the requester in writing. • A request for Informal Review must be made within 5 working days of notification of the decision and will normally take place between the candidate and a representative of the Courts Service who had played a key role in the administration of the selection process. • Where a candidate remains dissatisfied following any such informal discussion, he/she may adopt the formal procedures set out below. A request for Formal Review must be made within 5 working days of either the notification of the selection decision, or the notification of the outcome of the Informal Review process. Any extension of these time limits will only be granted in the most exceptional of circumstances and will be at the sole discretion of the Chief Executive. • The candidate must address his/her concerns in relation to the process in writing to the Personnel Officer of the Courts Service (via email to careers@courts.ie, or in writing to Personnel Officer, Human Resources, 15/24 Phoenix Street North, Smithfield, Dublin 7), outlining the facts that they believe show an action taken or decision reached was wrong. • The Formal Review will be conducted by a person who is completely independent of the selection process • The outcome of the Formal Review must generally be notified to the candidate within 25 working days of receipt of the request for review. If the investigation does not produce a decision within this time, the Courts Service must keep the candidate informed of the status of the review and the reasons for the delay. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE The appointment is subject to the Civil Service Regulation 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. Appointees will be subject to the Civil Service Code of Standards and Behaviour. Tenure The appointment is to an established position in the Civil Service. Salary The salary scale for the position (rates effective from March 2025) is as follows: Court Messenger - Personal Pension Contribution Salary Scale: €592.72, €651.95, €663.30, €712.50, €754.52, €791.45 (NMAX), €816.77 (LSI [1] ), €843.62 (LSI [2] ) New entrants to the Civil Service will be appointed to the first point of the (PPC) salary scale. ¹ After 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum. ² After 6 years satisfactory service at the maximum.
Supplier Administrator
Agilent is seeking an organized and proactive Supplier Administrator to join our Service Delivery team. In this dynamic role, you will facilitate procurement, vendor administration, and financial reconciliation for Enterprise customers. As a key point of contact for both internal teams and third-party vendors, you will ensure seamless administration of supplier information, compliance with internal controls, and efficient coordination of service delivery. RESPONSIBILITIES: You will become part of a company that works according to these values: We move diagnostics forward, care about the needs of our customers and strive to ensure people are treated consistently, fairly and with respect. We deliver effective diagnostic solutions valued by our customers. We will make sure you get all the training and development opportunities you need to become the best in your field! Additional Details This job has a full time weekly schedule.
Co-op, Purchasing Controls
Position Summary Support the Global Procurement and Purchasing Controls Departments in Teleflex Medical, INTL, Athlone in maintaining compliance to various standards and requirements within the supply chain. You will be responsible for ensuring activities associated with Supplier Diversity, Conflict Minerals, Labour Standards and Vendor on boarding are accurate and compliant to our documented procedures. This will include communicating with multiple suppliers on data integrity campaigns, managing an array of supplier responses and preparing performance dashboards for weekly updates to management Principal Responsibilities Key responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) the following:
Customer Service Specialist
At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, all more confidently and more often—that’s what we call the courage to thrive. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One. As a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank, Elavon is committed to building the platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers around the world to achieve their financial goals—no matter what they need. From transaction processing to customer service, to driving innovation and launching new products, we’re building a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. As part of our team, you can explore what motivates and energizes your career goals: partnering with our customers, our communities, and each other. Job Description Customer Service Specialist Provides high quality customer service by responding to telephone inquiries, requests and problems. Researches, analyzes, and provides solutions that meet the customer’s needs. The major accountabilities of this position may include: The role offers a hybrid / flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.
Customer Care Representative
YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE We are looking for a Customer Care Representative in Athgarvan Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Newbridge W12W951 IRL. Your mission will be to: Provide the best possible customer experience in accordance with Mérieux NutriSciences policies and best practices. Responsible for building customer excellence, ensuring service level agreements are in place and customer queries are escalated to relevant departments efficiently. Seek information and input from the relevant departments to enhance the customer experience.
Finance Officer
JOB & PERSON SPECIFICATION: About the WDC: The Western Development Commission (WDC) is a statutory body whose role is to promote the social and economic development of the western region of Ireland. The WDC works with a range of stakeholders to support sustainable and inclusive growth in the region and has a strong track record of delivering impactful initiatives and programmes. Culture of the WDC: At the WDC, we are committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and make a difference. Our culture is defined by teamwork, innovation, and a deep sense of purpose. We value diversity, respect for different perspectives, and a willingness to learn and grow. If you are passionate about making a difference in the western region of Ireland and want to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply for this role. Purpose of Role: Under the direction of the Financial Controller, the Finance Officer will work as part of the Corporate Services team to support the financial reporting process in the WDC. This post will involve processing financial transactions, the compilation of financial reports & submissions, assisting with the budgeting process, maintenance of the financial system to include internal controls and procedures and other ad hoc project duties as required. Key responsibilities: Assist in the financial management of the WDC including but not limited to Exchequer reporting, the Western Investment Fund, EU programme reporting, ConnectedHubs reporting and other funded project programmes. Financial Transactions & Reporting • Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and completely in a timely manner • Assist with the preparation of monthly accounts and financial reports in line with reporting requirements and deadlines • Process Revenue returns (Payroll, PSWT, VAT etc.) • Prepare financial returns for submission to the parent department and other statutory bodies • Prepare the monthly payroll & pension reports • Compile financial information to support EU funding claims • Support the preparation of annual Financial Statements in line with applicable standards and regulations • Assist with the preparation and management of budgets, forecasts and such financial or other submissions as may be required • Respond promptly and comprehensively to all relevant requests for financial information Accounts Management • Maintain the Accounts Payable function including processing purchase orders, credit card transactions and invoices • Maintain the Accounts Receivable function including invoicing and receipts • Ensure supplier payments are made in a timely manner in line with prompt payments • Assist with Treasury activities and prepare bank reconciliations for all accounts • Liaise internally and externally to resolve invoicing issues, accounting discrepancies and other financial related issues Internal Controls & Compliance • Support and participate in the on-going review and improvement of the system of internal financial controls within the WDC • Promote and ensure all financial practices and procedures are correctly implemented in line with WDC policies • Assist with and engage in C&AG and internal audits Budgeting & Expenditure • Provide support to other departments in relation to planning and managing budgets and expenditure • Prepare quarterly drawdowns for the parent department in accordance with funding schedules. ESG Integration • Incorporate ESG factors into financial reporting and decision making, ensuring compliance with sustainability goals. Administrative Support • Provide administrative assistance to the Corporate Services team • Carry out all other duties as required and participate as a full member of the Corporate Services team by supporting different work projects, as required, from time to time The above is not, and does not purport 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. Additional Finance roles may be forthcoming within the next 12 months and a panel will be created to support the appointment of sanctioned EO level roles. Knowledge & Experience: Essential: Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Third level Finance related degree (minimum QQI Level 7) or equivalent Finance / Accountancy professional qualification • A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a similar financial management role including: i. Processing a wide variety of financial transactions ii. Month end accounts preparations iii. Payroll processing iv. Accounts Payable processing v. Participation in financial audits and internal audits vi. Completing Revenue returns • Well developed IT skills with proven experience of Sage Finance, Thesaurus payroll or similar packages and advanced user of Microsoft Excel • Detail oriented with strong analytical, numeracy and problem-solving skills • Strong interpersonal skills • A self-starter with a proven ability to prioritise workload and deliver on targets both as an individual and as part of a team Desirable: The following requirements are desirable: • Knowledge of Irish and EU public procurement and financial procedures • Previous experience of working in the public sector is an advantage • Proven experience of working remotely is advantageous • Fully Qualified Accountant or part qualified working towards achieving a full qualification Key Competencies: For effective performance at this level, the candidate will need to demonstrate that they possess the key competencies for effective performance at Executive Officer level: • People Management • Analysis & Decision Making • Delivery of Results • Interpersonal & Communication skills • Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Drive & commitment to Public Service Values General Information This competition will be used to fill specific posts in the WDC. Please note, this role is a full time permanent post and the successful candidate will be required to take up assignment on a full time basis. Discussion regarding flexible working arrangements can be undertaken once the successful candidate is out of probation. Health & Character: Candidates must be in good health, capable and competent of carrying out the work assigned to them, and they must also be of good character. Those under consideration for a position may be required to complete a health and character declaration. References will be sought. In the event of conflicts of interest, candidates may not be considered for certain posts. It is important that candidates list their previous civil or public service employment if they have availed of a voluntary redundancy or retirement scheme and/or are in receipt of an ill-health retirement pension. Failure to do so could lead to disciplinary action. Eligibility to Compete: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. 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 four 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 four 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 four visa. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS This is a competitive competency-based selection process to appoint the most suitable candidate to fill this specific position. A panel for this position may be formed as part of the recruitment process. How to Apply: As part as of the application process, you will be required to submit the follow documentation: a) A comprehensive CV detailed as relevant to the position (no longer than 3 pages); b) A short cover letter/ personal statement (i.e. no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position. We request that both documents are submitted in a single Word document or PDF. Applications stored on personal online storage sites (e.g., OneDrive, Cloud, DropBox, etc or applications in other file formats (e.g., Google Docs) will not be accepted. Please note that omission of any or part of the two requested documents, as set out above, will render the application incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the next stage of the selection process. Please email your application to careers@wdc.ie If you do not receive an acknowledgement of receipt of your application within two working days of applying, please email info@wdc.ie Requests for Reasonable Accommodations: The WDC, in line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998-2015, will ensure that it does all that is reasonable to accommodate the needs of a person who has a disability and will ensure that its services are accessible across the range of disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations made, please indicate this during the application process by emailing careers@wdc.ie Any requests for reasonable accommodation needs to be accompanied by a medical/psychologist’s report, the purpose of which is to provide the Western Development Commission with information necessary to make the decision on reasonable accommodation as promptly as possible. The Western Development Commission will consider each request on a case-by-case basis. All information provided will be treated as strictly confidential. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) The WDC is committed to attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining the highest calibre of staff to build a diversified, supportive, innovative, and inclusive workforce reflective of the wider community. We aim to attract the best people who have the experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies to support WDC’s Strategy Statement. We are dedicated to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and accommodate candidates with disabilities. Recruitment, selection, and appointment are conducted in compliance with the Employment Equality Acts 1998-2015 and WDC’s Diversity & Inclusion policy, which are the fundamental principles underpinning this approach. We are committed to implementing best practices in our recruitment, selection, and appointment procedures to ensure they are free from inherent or potential bias, open and transparent, and regularly monitored, analysed, and reviewed. This ensures a strategic and professional approach at all times. We ensure that our employment policies and practices are of the highest standard. All appointments are made on merit through fair and transparent recruitment processes. Closing Date: The closing date and time for applications is stated on the cover page of this booklet. Applications received after the specified deadline will not be accepted. All correspondence should be sent to careers@wdc.ie and clearly state the title of the position that you are applying for in the subject line of the email. Selection Methods: Depending on the number of applications received, the selection process may include: • Shortlisting of candidates on the basis of the information contained in their application. • A preliminary telephone / video conferencing call which may include a questionnaire. • A competitive, competency focussed, interview. • A second-round interview (if applicable). • A presentation; work sample or other exercise that may be deemed appropriate; and • Reference and online checks. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Tenure and Probation: All appointments are subject to the Western Development Commission Act 1998 and staff must agree to the WDC Code of Business Conduct under the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies. The appointment will be for a full-time, permanent contract, subject to a probationary period as specified in the employment contract. Candidates must satisfactorily complete a 12-month probationary period before the appointment can be confirmed. Notwithstanding the above, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary contract if performance dictates the same. 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 o stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work, and o 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. Duties of Post: The duties and responsibilities set out in this job description are indicative of responsibilities related to this role. As with all posts, the nature of WDC business is evolving and flexibility is required to adapt to changing business needs. Remuneration: Based on 40 hours gross per working week (or 35 hours net), successful candidate will be paid on the EXECUTIVE OFFICER STANDARD SCALE as of 1st March 2025 €37,544 – €39,465 – €40,550 – €42,667 – €44,564 – €46,400 – €48,229 – €50,019 – €51,848 – €53,670 – €55,604 – €56,900 – €58,748¹ – €60,610² 1 After 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum 2 After 6 years satisfactory service at the maximum The PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) scale applies when the individual is an existing civil or public servant appointed on or after 6 April 1995 or are a new entrant to the civil or public service and are making a compulsory personal pension contribution. A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Important Note: Interested applicants should understand that entry will be at the first point of the appropriate scale and will not be subject to negotiation. The rate of total remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Office Location: The WDC is a remote-first organisation with its head office in Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, staff are also located in Galway, Letterkenny, and Sligo. The successful candidate may seek to be located in Ballaghaderreen, Galway, Letterkenny or Sligo in line with the remote working policy of the WDC. New staff or those on probation may initially work on-site more frequently until completing role induction, as decided by their manager or the CEO Remote First: At the WDC, we follow the Government’s / our parent Department’s guidance in extending remote working to all employees. In order to provide flexibility and opportunities for dynamic collaboration and work / life balance. We believe in harnessing technology to drive innovation and maximize efficiency, empowering our team to thrive in a flexible work environment. We promote in-person collaboration and attendance at our offices located in Sligo, Galway, Letterkenny and Ballaghaderreen, when it is required or warranted. New staff or those on probation may initially work on-site more frequently until completing role induction, as decided by their manager or the CEO Travel: Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will hold a full driving licence and have access to transport as this post will involve travel nationally in support of the seven county Western Region. When absent from home and your designated office location on official duty, you will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances, in accordance with Civil Service regulations. Hours of Attendance: Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 40 hours gross per week (35 hours net). 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: The annual leave allowance will be 23 working days a year. This leave is on the basis of 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, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. Officers who will be 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 directly to the employing Organisation. 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.
