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Job Title: Exercise Referral Officer Permanent - Lagan Valley Leisureplex Salary: £31,586- £34,314- full time equivalent (plus 19% pension contribution). Deliver better lives for all, whilst enhancing your career. These are the things we hold dear at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council; respect, honesty, excellence, accountability, leadership & equality. We have an ambitious vision for our area. We want to create opportunities for strong, healthy communities, and business growth. Our success will create new opportunities for individuals, families & communities. Every role at LCCC contributes to this aim, and if appointed to this role you will be part of creating better lives for all. Key duites of this role are: - Curious to learn more? Full details of the role are in the attached job description. With a range of contracts & locations available there is something for everyone! Apply now on GetGot, and take the first step in your new career. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Regulated Posts: The post for which you are applying is regulated and therefore a conviction can never become 'spent.' As part of the pre-employment checks you must declare any previous convictions on the ‘Criminal Convictions Disclosure Form.’ Furthermore, the post requires that candidates have a satisfactory Access N.I. enhanced disclosure, with Children’s Barred list check as part of the pre-employment checks. Access NI Code of Practice is available at the following link:- https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/sites/default/files/publications/accessni-code-of-practice.pdf The application form will only be available online. Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through the Council’s e-recruit system therefore application forms in hard copy will not be available to candidates. However, the Council will consider any requests for an application to be made in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements where possible, for example access to a computer. The Council is committed to providing people with disabilities the opportunity to compete fairly for jobs. If you have any special needs or requirements with regard to any stage of the recruitment process please contact the HR&OD team at via email recruitment@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or telephone 02892447285
Staff Officer
The Role The Staff Officer role can be assigned to either an administrative supervisory position within the Council, assigned responsibility for the administration and management of a work area, section or team, or to a developmental role (general economic/community development) or project development and delivery role. The Staff Officer will work within these roles as part of multi-disciplinary teams, assisting with the development and implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in Departmental and Team Plans. He/she will be expected to be a self-starter and use initiative and work to a high standard. The post holder may have a supervisory role in the day to day operations of a work area or as a team leader. The role requires excellent administrative, supervisory, interpersonal, communication, research, reporting, budgetary and timescale management, and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The post holder will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of the Senior Staff Officer, Administrative Officer and/or Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade as appropriate and will, from time to time, be required to deputise for senior personnel and must be willing to take on this challenge. Panel Information and Eligibility In accordance with the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) agreement, the following procedure will apply to the recruitment of clerical and administrative Grade IV to Grade VII posts in Leitrim County Council: Panel A - 50% Confined to the Local Authority Sector Panel B – 30% Open Panel C – 20% Confined to Employees of Leitrim County Council Leitrim County Council will, following the recruitment and interview process, form three panels from which future relevant vacancies may be filled during the lifetime of the panels. Panel A – Confined to the Local Authority Sector This will comprise of successful eligible candidates in order of merit serving in a local authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable) Panel B – Open This will comprise of all successful candidates in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a local authority, regional assembly and external applicants Panel C – Confined to current employees of Leitrim County Council This will comprise of successful eligible candidates in order of merit who are currently employed by Leitrim County Council. The Qualifications – Panel A & C 1. Character Each candidate shall 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, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: • be a serving employee of a local authority or a regional assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. Note: Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. The Qualifications – Panel B 1. Character Each candidate shall 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: (g) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (h) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (i) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (j) 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 (k) 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 (l) 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, 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 an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, Note: Candidates applying for Panel B must submit copy of educational qualifications as outlined above. Applications for Panel B received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further for this panel. Note: Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. The Ideal Candidate Shall have: • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government; • Knowledge of current local government issues, priorities, concerns and future direction; • Understanding of the varied role of a Staff Officer; • Relevant administrative and/or /economic/community development/project development and delivery experience; • Experience of supervising staff and/or projects/work programmes; • Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team; • Strong resource, research and project management skills. • Strong organisational skills including meeting facilitation and administration; • Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills and the ability to prepare and present reports and to represent the Council in a professional and credible manner; • Ability to build, manage and nurture partnerships and relationships across a range of stakeholders; • Ability to develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines; • Ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team; • Flexibility and availability to work outside normal office hours as required; • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. Competencies for the Post: Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Delivering Results / Communicating Effectively • Translates the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for their area of responsibility. • Plans work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively. • Implements high quality service and customer care standards. • Makes decisions in a timely and well informed manner. • Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. Performance Management • Leads and develops the team to achieve corporate objectives. • Effectively manages performance. • Ability to develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines. • Ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team. Personal Effectiveness • Takes initiative and is open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Manages time and workload effectively. • Has strong organisational skills including meeting facilitation and administration. • Has strong resource and project management skills. • Maintains a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Understands and implements change and demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. • Is a self-starter, strong on research and maintains resilience in securing buy in and commitment to overall concepts or projects. Knowledge, Experience and Skills • Has knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government. • Has knowledge of current local government issues, priorities, concerns and future direction. • Understands the varied role of Staff Officer. • Has relevant administrative, or economic/community development or project development, management and delivery experience. • Has experience of supervising staff. • Has experience of working as part of a team. • Has experience of preparing reports and correspondence The Principal Terms and Conditions The position is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. 1. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an administrative, supervisory and advisory nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time and shall include the duty of deputizing for other officers of the local authority. The main duties and responsibilities of the Staff Officer may include but are not limited to: • Responsibility for the supervision of a work area or section within the Council, including supervision of a team; • Overseeing the management and delivery of projects/programmes as assigned, including budgetary management; • Supporting the line manager to ensure section or department work programmes are developed and implemented to deliver on the Council’s operational plan, including supervising the work of the team; • Supervising employees in supporting roles, including assignment of tasks and duties, scheduling and prioritising work and monitoring and reporting on progress; • Being involved in the day-to-day management of resources within their section or team; • Providing support to team members and employees, handling day to day issues, ensuring compliance with all council policies and procedures; • Providing leadership, support and assistance in the development and delivery of projects including research, preparation of project plans, funding applications, tender documents, budgetary and timescale management etc as required; • Identifying and developing proposals to secure additional funding, through funding initiatives as they become available; • Developing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships across a range of internal and external stakeholders; • Working on an inter-agency basis and with external bodies and groups as appropriate in relation to the development and delivery of programmes and projects; • Identifying and developing collaborative partnerships and programmes in response to identified needs; • Providing information and assistance relating to their area of work as required; • Monitoring and supervising project and programme delivery as appropriate; • Compiling, preparing and presenting reports/claims/returns, including site visits, record checking, presentations and correspondence as necessary; • Representing their Section/Department/Leitrim County Council on relevant committees and/or at a range of meetings and events as and when required; • Identifying opportunities for improvements in service delivery within their section or team; • Supporting and implementing change management initiatives within their section or team; • Participating in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade; • Being in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work; • Deputising for the line manager or equivalent as required; • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned from time to time. 2. Salary: The salary scale for the post of Staff Officer (effective 1 st March 2025) is within the range: €51,210, €52,739, €54,301, €55,895, €57,501, €59,373 (LSI 1), €61,252 (LSI 2). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall 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 salary) 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. 3. Probation All contracts will be subject to a probationary period, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. Where a person is permanently appointed to Leitrim County Council the following provisions shall apply – (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; (b) Such period shall be 12 months but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period; (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; (d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 4. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum 5. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. 6. Working Hours The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. 7. Superannuation: Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of 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). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens’ Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration. All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. 8. Retirement Age The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. Retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension Contributory (SPC). Compulsory Retirement Age will be 70. There is no mandatory retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004.
Staff Officer
The Competition The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position Staff Officer (Grade V). Recruitment arrangements to this grade will now be on the following basis: The Council will form three separate panels of suitably qualified candidates to meet the requirements agreed nationally of the ratio of posts to be confined to the local government sector, open and those confined to Donegal County Council staff. The order of candidates placed on each of the three panels is determined by where they were placed on the overall Order of Merit List. Panel A (Confined to Local Authority Sector) will comprise of successful applicants in order of merit from within the Local Authority Sector only i.e. candidates serving in any local authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable) for a minimum period of two years on the closing date of application. Panel B (Open) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a local authority, regional assembly and external applicants. Panel C (Confined to the recruiting local authority) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit from within the recruiting Local Authority i.e. candidates serving in Donegal County Council, for a minimum period of two years on the closing date of application. For the purposes of the above, the sector Panel A is comprehended to include all Local Authorities and the three Regional Assemblies only. Staff who are not existing employees of local authorities or regional assemblies are not eligible to apply for competitions confined to the sector (Panel A) or to the local authority (Panel C). 1. The Position Staff Officers work in various sections of of the organisation, the duties will vary depending on assignment. Post holders will be expected to constantly contribute towards improving the overall effectiveness of the section to which they are assigned. The person appointed will under the direction and control of the Senior Staff Officer/Administrative Officer or other officer designated by the Chief Executive perform a range of duties and responsibilities. 2. Roles Duties & Responsibilities A non-exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of the Staff Officer are set out below: • Responsibility for the management and supervision of staff as appropriate, and to ensure training and development of such staff; • Assign and monitor the work programme for the section/department as appropriate; • To provide administrative support and reporting of progress, based on a thorough knowledge and understanding of the workings of the section, as appropriate; • To develop and maintain effective working relationships (internally & externally); and • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required from time to time. A satisfactory competence in the Irish language is deemed desirable and beneficial in relation to any vacancy which may arise within the Glenties Municipal District. An assessment of this competence may be carried out as part of the recruitment and selection process. 3. Qualifications & Requirement of the Post The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has declared that the qualifications for Staff Officer will be as set out below: (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: Applicants to Panel B (Open) (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, Confined Competition (Panels A and C as appropriate) (iv) be a serving employee of a local authority or a regional assembly and have at least two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. (d) Core Competencies i. Planning & Organisational skills. ➢ Ability to manage resources ➢ Ability to analyse and identify key issues/demands ➢ Ability to work under pressure in a cross functional environment and to tight timelines. ii. Initiative and delivery of results, e.g. ➢ Track record of achievements. ➢ Problem solving & resolution. ➢ High level of attention to detail. ➢ Compliance with various policies / standards. ➢ Judgement and ability to work autonomously. iii. Interpersonal skills and communicating effectively, e.g. ➢ Effective verbal and written communication skills. ➢ Ability to present ideas effectively and to present to groups. ➢ Ability to write fluently and to prepare clearly structured written reports. iv. Working with others and teamwork, e.g. ➢ To maintain effective working relationships (internally & externally). ➢ To work as part of a team. ➢ To lead, motivate and manage staff, and build effective teams. ➢ Customer focus. v. Personal Effectiveness ➢ Knowledge of Local Government & the Council generally. ➢ Knowledge and awareness of key topical and priority issues. ➢ Understanding of political reality / context of issues. ➢ Understanding compliance standards, and policies, procedures, legislation ➢ Maintain a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role ➢ Personal Motivation – Strives to perform at a higher level 4. Particulars of the Post (a) General Donegal County Council proposes to create three panels (as outlined above) of qualified candidates for the position of Staff Officer 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 annual pay-scale is €51,210 minimum to max LSI2 €61,252. (as per Circular EL 03/2025). 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 Staff Officer 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 Staff Officer 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 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. Annual leave allowance will be in accordance with Circular LG(P) 07/2011. Maximum 30 days for all applicants. (g) Requirement to Drive Candidates shall be required: (a) to possess a full current category B Driving Licence. (b) to have their own vehicle available for use while performing their duties and the associated costs will be covered by the appropriate allowances (h) Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms; (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. (i) Conflicts of Interest The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his duties as a local authority employee. (j) Garda Vetting Candidates for the post of Staff Officer are subject to Garda Vetting. Please note all candidates must attain a satisfactory Garda Vetting Disclosure prior to appointment, otherwise the offer of employment will be withdrawn. In the event where a Garda Vetting Disclosure indicates that there is a case pending, then the appointment cannot proceed at that time and the offer of employment will be withdrawn. The candidate will however retain their position on the panel and will be considered for the next vacancy should same arise within the lifetime of the panel.
Health & Fitness Officer
Job Title: Health & Fitness Officer - 1 x Part-Time 18.5 hours Permanent - Lough Moss Leisure Centre Shifts: Week 1 - Tues 5pm - 10pm, Thursday 5pm -10pm & Friday 5pm - 10pm Week 2 - Wednesday 5pm - 10pm, Sat 8.30am - 5pm & Sun 8.30am - 5pm alternating each week. Salary: £26,409 - £28,163 full time equivalent (plus 19% pension contribution). Deliver better lives for all, whilst enhancing your career. These are the things we hold dear at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council; respect, honesty, excellence, accountability, leadership & equality. We have an ambitious vision for our area. We want to create opportunities for strong, healthy communities, and business growth. Our success will create new opportunities for individuals, families & communities. Every role at LCCC contributes to this aim, and if appointed to this role you will be part of creating better lives for all. Your role will be important in the delivery of our innovative health and fitness programmes, supporting the improved wellbeing of the local community. A passion for customer service is essential as you will be the front line of interaction with customers, including by devising & delivering health/fitness progress and centre based coaching. Of course, hygiene and safety are crucial in this environment. Your role will ensure that facilities remain clean, well prepared and that equipment is serviceable – as well as handled correctly. Curious to learn more? Full details of the role are in the attached job description. With a range of contracts & locations available there is something for everyone! Apply now on GetGot, and take the first step in your new career. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Regulated Posts: The post for which you are applying is regulated and therefore a conviction can never become 'spent.' As part of the pre-employment checks you must declare any previous convictions on the ‘Criminal Convictions Disclosure Form.’ Furthermore, the post requires that candidates have a satisfactory Access N.I. enhanced disclosure, with Children’s Barred list check as part of the pre-employment checks. Access NI Code of Practice is available at the following link:- https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/sites/default/files/publications/accessni-code-of-practice.pdf The application form will only be available online. Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through the Council’s e-recruit system therefore application forms in hard copy will not be available to candidates. However, the Council will consider any requests for an application to be made in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements where possible, for example access to a computer. The Council is committed to providing people with disabilities the opportunity to compete fairly for jobs. If you have any special needs or requirements with regard to any stage of the recruitment process please contact the HR&OD team at via email recruitment@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or telephone 02892447285
Facilities Operative
The Role Westmeath County Council employs over 570 staff across eight service divisions. Housing & Building; Road, Transport & Safety; Rural Water; Development Management; Environmental Protection; Recreation & Amenity; Climate Action, Agriculture & Education and Miscellaneous Services. It consists of 20 democratically elected members. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of economic development, community development, provision of physical and social infrastructure, recreation and amenity services, and the enforcement of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed term contract posts for the position of Facilities Operative will be drawn. Duties and Responsibilities • To manage, under the control and direction of the Facilities Manager/District Manager the various facilities, buildings and services necessary for the efficient and effective operation of Westmeath County Council buildings and facilities. • To promote a good image of the Council and ensure the delivery of a quality and courteous service to the public, Councillors and staff. • Management of maintenance contracts including but not limited to lifts, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishing equipment, building security. • Setting and deactivating security alarms as required. • Operation and monitoring of Building Management and Access Control Systems. • Management of CCTV systems in accordance with GDPR requirements. • Ensure compliance with all current Health & Safety Regulations and guidance. • Manage all Health and Safety issues relating to building and premises operation and external contractors. • Be the first point of contact for building occupants relating to building and facility issues. • Regular inspection of plantrooms and building services to ensure correct and efficient operation. • Ensure building records, including but not limited to, inspection records, maintenance logbooks, accident and incident logbooks are kept up to date. • Carry out regular inspection of all communal areas including toilets/changing facilities to ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness and to carry out any immediate works that may be required. • Implement maintenance routines designed to prevent the occurrence of legionella bacteria. • Carry out regular inspections of all fire escape routes to ensure the safe exit of all building occupants including staff, visitors and members of the public. • Coordination of building fire/emergency evacuation. • Act as the first point of contact for emergency services, where required. • Undertake regular test routines to fire alarm systems. • Carry out regular visual inspections of general lighting and emergency lighting systems. • Co-Ordinate emergency repairs and callouts of service providers. • Management and supervision of specialist building services and contractors. • Coordinate works to minimise disruption to building occupants and the public. • Procurement of goods and services, check and store deliveries as required. • Monitor energy consumptions and report as necessary. • Manage the provision of effective premises cleaning. • Liaise with senior staff in supporting business needs and objectives. • Co-Ordination and issuing of “permits to work” for all maintenance and services contractors to ensure safe access and egress to and from the facility, minimising the risk of interruption, inconvenience and accidents/injury. • To maintain and update an inventory of spares required for the smooth running of all services on site. • Responsible for facilitating access to buildings and car parks in advance of business opening and closing times. • To manage postal arrangements where required. • Undertaking general porterage duties as required. • Assist in the preparation of premises to facilitate meetings, presentations, exhibitions etc. • The person employed may be required to drive a car in the course of their duties and shall possess a clean driving licence, Category Type B. • Managing the raising and lowering of flags. • Co-operate with the use of new technology/equipment. • Undertake such other duties as may be assigned by the Council from time to time. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Candidates may be required to satisfy medical requirements prior to appointment. 3. (a) Education, Experience, Training etc. Each candidate must on the closing date for receipt of application forms: • Have reached a standard of education sufficient to enable him/her to carry out the duties assigned to him/her (b) Desirable Experience and Knowledge The following are desirable: • Having satisfactory experience relative to the duties outlined. • Have good organizational and time management skills. • Be flexible, with the ability to deal with unexpected events and changing work activities. • Have an ability to work on own initiative without constant supervision. • Have a good understanding and knowledge of the Council. 4. 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. Key Competencies Candidates are expected to be able to demonstrate in their application and at interview that they possess the following competencies through the experience and skills they have gained to date. Knowledge & Experience • Knowledge and understanding of the role of Facilities Operative • Has knowledge of safety, health and welfare at work legislation • Ability to write reports and keep work records • Ability to use IT systems • Understands the responsibilities of the Facilities Operative to uphold high standards of governance, compliance and behaviour • Has knowledge and understanding of local authority functions and structures Delivering Results • Ability to prioritise tasks and to manage time effectively to achieve goals • Provides personal and quality service, follows through on customer enquiries, complaints and requests • Plans ahead, prepares for contingencies and has a back-up plan • Adapt quickly to change and new ways of doing things • Ability to use initiative and be self-motivated when required Interpersonal / Communication Skills • Communicates effectively in a clear and concise manner • Able to develop and maintain good working relationships across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders • Has excellent written and verbal skills • Demonstrates good interpersonal skills • Takes personal responsibility for customer service issues and understands customer needs Personal Effectiveness • Manages workload efficiently and effectively • Maintains a positive and energetic attitude to their role • Acts with honesty and integrity • Treats others in a fair and consistent manner • Possess resilience and ability to work in a demanding environment Particulars of Post 1. The post A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel may be used to fill permanent & fixed term positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Vacancies may arise on a county-wide basis. Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any work location having regard to funding and/or operational circumstances. 2. Remuneration The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current weekly pay scale applicable to the post is: €1,013.68 - €1,024.55 - €1,029.83 - €1,035.70 - €1,041.30 - €1,044.21 - €1,047.01 - €1,049.90 - €1,052.84 - €1,057.39 - €1,060.96 - €1,069.52 New Entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 03/2024. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. 3. Work Hours Normal hours of work will be 39 hours over 5 days from Monday to Friday including public holidays. The working hours may be subject to alteration having regard to service demands and the post holder may work on a rostered basis. The holder of this position may also be required to work outside their assigned hours of duty. Any work which the holder of the post is authorised or required to do after completion of a normal days work will be paid at the rates agreed and appropriately sanctioned, or whatever alternative arrangement is applicable. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. All hours worked will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. 4. Annual Leave The current annual leave entitlement is 25 days per annum. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. 5. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 6. Probation There shall be a period after appointment takes effect during which the person appointed shall hold office on probation. (a) such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period; (b) the person appointed shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of the person in such office is satisfactory. 7. Training It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. 8. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 9. Uniform As a condition of employment the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such uniform and/or items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Westmeath County Council. 10. Superannuation A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. A person paying Class D rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable employee 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 pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. A person paying Class A rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable employee 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 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). Employees are admitted to the Superannuation Scheme in accordance with the terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Act, 1998 and the Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, with effect from date of appointment. This scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement and death gratuities. For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, effective from 1st January 2013, superannuation contributions are as follows: 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sum will be based on careeraverage pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory. 10. Employee Benefits • Examples of some of the current Employee Benefits include: • Allocation of 25 Days Annual Leave per annum (pro-rata) • A range of Family Friendly Policies • Availability of an Optical Benefit Scheme • Availability of a Cycle to Work Scheme • A range of Learning and Developmental Opportunities • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave • Option to become a member of Westmeath County Council’s Social Club • Automatically entered into a pension scheme • Access to the services provided under Westmeath County Council’s Employee Assistance Programme 11. Retirement New entrants who are members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme may retire at 65 but must retire at age 70. 12. Safety & Welfare The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Westmeath County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. He/she shall familiarize him/herself with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment. 13. Recruitment Shortlisting: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Westmeath County Council may decide that a number only will be invited to same. In this respect, Westmeath County Council provide for the employment of a shortlisting process to select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position based on the specific requirements identified in the job description. An expert board will examine the application forms against a pre-determined criterion based on the requirements of the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates, who based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/ experience on the application form. On occasion a shortlisting interview may take place. Competitive Interview: Selection will be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. The number of persons to be invited shall be determined by the Local Authority having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred by them in attending the interview. A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may within the life of the panel be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. 14. Reference/Documentary Evidence Candidates may be required to submit documentary evidence to the local authority in support of their application. The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying that Westmeath County Council is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important, therefore, for you to note that the onus is on you to ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending for interview. If you do not meet the essential entry requirement but nevertheless attend for interview you will be putting yourself to unnecessary expense. Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment to this position Westmeath County Council will make all such enquiries that are deemed necessary to determine the suitability of the candidate. 15. Work Location There will be 2 positions to be filled initially, one in Athlone Moate Municipal District and the other in Mullingar Kinnegad Municipal District. This will entail working in any of the buildings/facilities across the District to which you are assigned. Candidates will be asked for their preferred location at time of application. Any subsequent vacancies will be filled from this panel and will be based on the preferences selected at time of application. 16. Taking Up Appointment Westmeath County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of four weeks (maximum) and if he/she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint him/her. 17. Deeming of Candidate to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other test when and where required by Westmeath County Council, or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as Westmeath County Council require in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration.
Administrative Assistant
KEY PURPOSE OF JOB: To provide a comprehensive secretarial and administrative support service to the Environmental Health Service Unit and to deputise as required in the absence of the Administration Manager to ensure the smooth, effective and efficient running of the Service. Ensure targets and deadlines are effectively and accurately met whilst maintaining a high level of Customer Service. The post holder will assume other duties relevant to the post reasonably assigned by the Administration Manager to meet changing business needs and requirements. KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Deputise as necessary for the Administration Manager. 2. In conjunction with the Administration Manager, responsible for the training of temporary and student administrative staff. Supervision of temporary staff and students on work experience, ensuring that they are aware of the duties provided. 3. Responsible for the handling and reconciliation of substantial amounts of revenue received for the various Service Unit functions including:- ▪ Computerised receipting and reconciling of monies received with respect to Dog Control. ▪ Processing petty cash expenses associated with Environmental Health. ▪ Processing online applications and collating of online income. ▪ Responsible for generating invoices and purchase orders, processing of payments received and taking and reconciling deliveries. 4. Responsible for a range of secretarial and administrative functions to include the following;- ▪ Assessing, maintaining and updating of sensitive records on the various database systems for all core functions within the Environmental Health Service. ▪ Participate in the collation of statistics and data as required in response to requests such as Freedom of information. ▪ Issuing dog licences, generating reminders, warning letters etc. ▪ Word processing of confidential correspondence for the Head of Service and Officers. Generating of reports for all core functions for internal and external bodies i.e. Elected Members, Department of Agriculture etc. ▪ Processing the monthly Environmental Health report and collating the Environmental Services Committee Report for Elected Members. ▪ Up-keeping records for the Environmental Health Service on the time management system. ▪ Dealing with enquiries and providing information by telephone, correspondence and at reception facility to deal with confidential enquiries from Elected Members, Local Authorities, Government Bodies, NIHE, PSNI, Solicitors and the general public etc,. ▪ Maintenance and updating of registers, processing certificates, notices and other licences. ▪ Updating maintenance support of the Council’s database of inventory items and issuing requisition for stationery, office furniture and equipment through stock control. 5. To keep updated and informed on all new developments within the post holders field of responsibility. 6. Facilitating the organisation, setup and minute taking of meetings. 7. Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standard of management and personal behaviour which reflect the core value and behaviour of the Council. 8. Develop and enhance working relationships with relevant partners and stakeholders to maximise corporate and community planning outcomes, government regional strategies and to generate innovation in service delivery. 9. Ensure the provision of high standards of customer care across all the services provided by the Service Unit and promote and manage the services effectively and communicate in a way which enhances and promotes the public image and overall reputation of the Council. 10. Promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in the employment of staff through the mainstreaming of equality within the Council. Note: The post holder should be aware that the responsibilities and functional areas of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of functional responsibilities. The post holder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Qualifications and Experience It is essential that applicants have a minimum of: 1. QUALIFICATIONS Five GCSE passes at grade A-C, NVQ level 2 or equivalent. 2. EXPERIENCE A minimum of three years’ general clerical/administrative experience in an office environment to include; • Word processing experience. • Dealing with the public in a working environment • Cash handling in a work environment. Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1 above, they must demonstrate a minimum of five years’ experience in 2 above. Knowledge • A clear understanding of the workings of local government and the wider environment and political context in which it operates. • Working knowledge of systems and legislation. Skills • Competent in the use of Microsoft office.
Staff Officer
SECTION 1: THE ROLE The Staff Officer is a supervisory/management position within the Council and is assigned responsibility for administration and managing the performance of a section/department/team. The administrative structure ranges from the entry grade of Clerical Officer, through to Assistant Staff Officer, Staff Officer, Senior Staff Officer and Administrative Officer. See Section 10 below. A Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of a Senior Staff Officer/Administrative Officer or analogous grade. The Staff Officer has a supervisory role in the day-to-day operations of a work area or as a team leader. The Staff Officer works as part of a team and operational duties may include the day to day running of a section and the supervision and management of staff within the section. This will include assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals and standards set out in Departmental and Team Plans, Corporate Plan and Annual Service Delivery Plan. This will require the ability to plan, allocate and prioritise work and monitor and report on progress. Other duties may include representing the Department or the Council on various committees and the successful candidate must be capable of representing the Council in a professional and credible manner with all internal and external stakeholders. The Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, employee management, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The ideal candidate will therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge. The Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence. SECTION 2: DUTIES: The post holder will work under the direction and control of the Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade or other officer designated by the Chief Executive or Director of Services as appropriate. The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. 1. To be responsible for the supervision of a work area or section within the Council, including supervision of a team. 2. To support the line manager to ensure section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s operational plan, including supervising the work of the team. 3. To develop and maintain productive working relationships. 4. To provide information and assistance relating to their area of work as required. 5. To compile, prepare and present reports, presentations and correspondence as necessary. 6. To represent their section or department on committees or at meetings and give progress reports as required. 7. To provide support and assistance in the delivery of projects as required. 8. To be involved in the day to day management of resources within their section or team. 9. To identify opportunities for improvements in service delivery within their section or team. 10. To support and implement change management initiatives within their section or team. 11. To supervise employees in supporting roles, including assigning tasks and duties, scheduling and prioritising work and monitoring and reporting on progress. 12. To provide support to team members and employees, handling day to day issues, ensuring compliance with all council policies and procedures. 13. To participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. 14. To ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, legislation, standards, codes of conduct and general principles of good governance, including grievance and disciplinary, performance management and attendance management, at all times. 15. To be in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work 16. To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. 17. To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS Cork County Council may, following the interview process, form three panels for the post of Staff Officer from which future vacancies may be filled. 20% will be confined to the recruiting Local Authority, 50% will be confined to the Local Authority Sector, 30% will be filled by Open Competition. Suitably qualified persons are invited to apply for the following panel(s): • Panel A Confined to Local Authority Sector/Regional Assemblies (Be a serving member of the Local Authority Sector/Regional Assemblies) • Panel B Open Competition (Open to internal and external applicants) • Panel C Confined to the recruiting Local Authority or Applicable Regional Assembly (Be a serving member of the recruiting Local Authority/Regional Assembly) 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: (1) (a) Have at least obtained Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level in 5 subjects (or 4 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 3 subjects in that examination (2 subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) OR (2) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, OR (3) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. Confined competition (4) Be a serving employee of a Local Authority/Regional Assembly and have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or in an analogous post. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. 5. Transport Holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority 6. Required Skillset In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Staff Officer listed above, the ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have knowledge and experience of: ▪ Managing people; ▪ Customer service; ▪ Planning and prioritisation of workloads; ▪ Dealing effectively with conflicting demands; ▪ Working under pressure to tight deadlines; ▪ Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ▪ Stakeholder networking and engagement; ▪ Financial management; ▪ Problem solving and decision making; ▪ Project management; ▪ Administration and report writing; ▪ Operation of ICT systems and standard office software packages; ▪ Working effectively as part of a team; ▪ Adapting to change; ▪ Acting on own initiative; ▪ Data Protection; ▪ Health & Safety Management. In addition, the ideal candidate will also: ▪ Be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative. ▪ Have excellent knowledge and understanding of the structures and functions of local government, of current local government issues, challenges, and priorities. ▪ Have an in-depth understanding of the role of Staff Officer. ▪ A sound understanding of the representational role of the elected members and the need to work in partnership to deliver quality services and implement policy decisions. SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what YOU have done which demonstrates this skill or quality It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done - for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it) c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. The information you present in your application may form part of a shortlisting process and may also be used to help structure your interview, should you be invited to one. A shortlisting process may be applied based on TWO or more of the competencies and on other information you provide in your application form. Please note that, should you be called to interview, the board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Competencies required for this post, so you should think of a number of examples of where you demonstrated each of the skills. Management and Change • Understand and implement change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change; • Develop and maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. 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 and Communicating Effectively • Lead and develop the team to achieve corporate objectives; • Effectively manage performance; • Have effective written and verbal skills. Analysis & Decision Making • Skilled at policy analysis and development, challenging the established wisdom and adopting an open-minded approach; • Quickly gets up to speed in a complex situation, rapidly absorbing all relevant information/date (written and oral); • Use numerical data skilfully to understand and evaluate business issues; • Identify key themes and patterns in and across different sources of information, drawing sound and balanced conclusions; • See the logical implications of taking a particular position on an issue; • Resourceful and creative, generating original approaches when solving problems and making decision. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is permanent and fulltime. The post is pensionable. Panels may be formed to fill vacancies for Staff Officer that may arise during the lifetime of the panels. SECTION 6: SALARY The Salary scale for the post is: €51,210 - €61,252 per annum €51,210 - €52,739 - €54,301 - €55,895 - €57,501 - (Maximum), €59,373 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum), €61,252 (2 nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at a minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 7: ASSIGNMENT / LOCATION OF POST Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS 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. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum. Cork 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, 1997(as amended).
Administrative Officer
SECTION 1: THE ROLE The Administrative Officer is the most senior grade within a five-tier administrative structure. The administrative structure ranges from the entry grade of Clerical Officer (grade 3) through to Assistant Staff Officer (grade 4), Staff Officer (grade 5), Senior Staff Officer (grade 6) and Administrative Officer (grade 7). See Section 10 below. The Administrative Officer is a management position within the local authority and is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day administration and management of one or more sections or departments handling specific areas of the Councils activities, including the management of employees. The Administrative Officer is an operational team lead and a crucial level between frontline staff and senior management with responsibility for resource management and service delivery. The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with senior managers and elected representatives in delivering services to the highest standard and to contribute to the development and implementation of strategies and policies. The Administrative Officer is the primary point of contact and liaison with other departments or directorates in relation to all operational matters for the service delivery section or sections for which they are responsible. The Administrative Officer may represent the Council on committees and at meetings and may be asked to report on progress in their respective section(s) at Council meetings, Municipal District meetings, Strategic Policy Committee meetings etc. An Administrative Officer is responsible for the efficient management, direction, and deployment of resources for the department or service to which they are assigned and will generally work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within one of the Council’s Directorates to deliver a broad and diverse range of services. These may include human resources, housing, transportation, planning, infrastructure, environmental protection, recreation, amenity and cultural provision, community development and emergency services. The Administrative 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. SECTION 2: DUTIES: The post holder will work under the direction and control of the Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade or other officer designated by the Chief Executive or Director of Services as appropriate. The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. 1. To be responsible for the management and administration of one or more sections or departments within the Council, including the management of staff and the planning and prioritising of work programmes. 2. To contribute to and implement the strategic and policy decisions of the Council by ensuring that work programmes within their area of responsibility are implemented to deliver on the Council’s corporate and operational plans. 3. To develop and maintain productive working relationships with all external agencies, bodies, elected representatives, committee members and other stakeholders, including providing information and assistance when required. 4. To communicate and liaise effectively with employees, managers in other sections, senior managers, customers and elected representatives and other stakeholders in relation to operational matters for their section. 5. To research, analyse and communicate information on specific issues and policies as appropriate, including compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations, correspondence etc. 6. To represent the local authority on committees and at meetings and to report on progress in his or her respective section or department as required. 7. To provide support and administrative assistance in the delivery of projects as required. 8. To be responsible for the day to day financial management of capital and operational expenditure in the department or section, including preparation of budgets and maximising funding opportunities where appropriate. 9. To identify opportunities for improvements in the service delivery, value for money and other efficiencies within the relevant area of responsibility and to use performance indicators effectively as appropriate. 10. To communicate, implement and manage change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. 11. To manage and supervise employees in supporting roles, including assigning duties and workload, providing on-going support, handling day to day issues and identifying training and development requirements as appropriate. 12. To ensure that department or section operations are in compliance with all Council policies, procedures, practices and standards and in compliance with the principles of good governance, legislative requirements and Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government circulars and guidance. 13. Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, legislation, standards, codes of conduct and general principles of good governance, including grievance and disciplinary, performance management and attendance management, at all times. 14. To provide assistance in the understanding and interpretation of the Council’s policies and procedures to employees in their area of responsibility and to customers and other stakeholders as appropriate. 15. To participate in corporate management activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. 16. To be in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. 17. To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. 18. To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS Cork County Council may, following the interview process, form three panels for the post of Staff Officer from which future vacancies may be filled. 20% will be confined to the recruiting Local Authority, 50% will be confined to the Local Authority Sector, 30% will be filled by Open Competition. Suitably qualified persons are invited to apply for the following panel(s): • Panel A Confined to Local Authority Sector/Regional Assemblies (Be a serving member of the Local Authority Sector/Regional Assemblies) • Panel B Open Competition (Open to internal and external applicants) • Panel C Confined to the recruiting Local Authority or Applicable Regional Assembly (Be a serving member of the recruiting Local Authority/Regional Assembly) 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: (1) (a) Have at least obtained Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level in 5 subjects (or 4 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 3 subjects in that examination (2 subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) OR (2) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, OR (3) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, and (4) Have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined competition (5) (a) Be a serving employee of a Local Authority/Regional Assembly 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. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. 5. Transport Holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. 6. Required Skillset In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Administrative Officer listed above, the ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have knowledge/experience of: • The structure and functions of local government, of current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of local government and an understanding of the role of the Administrative Officer in this context. • 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 budget and financial and resource management skills. • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. • Excellent strategic ability, capacity to bring about change, and performance management skills. • Have the ability to communicate effectively with senior management. • Have the ability to plan and prioritise work effectively and be proactive and self-directed. • Work under pressure to tight deadlines and to take a strategic approach in the delivery of key policy objectives. • Manage and deal with conflicting demands within prescribed timeframes and deadlines. SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what YOU have done which demonstrates this skill or quality. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done - for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it) c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. The information you present in your application may form part of a shortlisting process and may also be used to help structure your interview, should you be invited to one. A shortlisting process may be applied based on TWO or more of the competencies and on other information you provide in your application form. Please note that, should you be called to interview, the board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Competencies required for this post, so you should think of a number of examples of where you demonstrated each of the skills. Management and Change • Think and act strategically; • Develop and maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships; • Effectively manage the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change; • Looks critically at issues to see how things can be done better. Delivering Results • Contribute to the development of operational plans and lead the development of team plans; • Plan and prioritise work and resources effectively; • Establish high quality service and customer care standards; • Make timely, informed and effective decisions and show good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations. Leading, Motivating, Managing Performance and Communicating Effectively • Lead, motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans; • Effectively manage performance; • Have effective verbal and written communication skills. Judgement, Analysis & Decision Making • Research issues thoroughly, consulting appropriately to gather all information needed on an issue; • Understand complex issues quickly, accurately absorbing and evaluating data (including numerical data); • Integrate diverse strands of information, identifying inter-relationships and linkages; • Use judgement to make clear, timely and well grounded decisions on important issues; • Consider the wider implications, agendas and sensitivities within decisions and the impact on a range of stakeholders; • Take a firm position on issues s/he considers important. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is permanent and fulltime. The post is pensionable. Panels may be formed to fill this position and vacancies for Administrative Officer that may arise during the lifetime of the panels. SECTION 6: SALARY The Salary scale for the post is: €59,417 - €77,243 per annum €59,417, - €60,871, - €62,568, - €64,271, - €65,974, - €67,495, - €69,054, - €70,563 - (Maximum) €72,069, €74,649(1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum, €77,243 (2 nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). 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 a minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 7: ASSIGNMENT / LOCATION OF POST Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS 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. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum. Cork 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, 1997(as amended).
Staff Officer
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent or temporary vacancies for the position of Staff Officer (Grade V) in Monaghan County Council shall be filled. The Staff Officer is a supervisory/management position within the Council and is assigned responsibility for administration and managing the performance of a section/department/team. The administrative structure ranges from the entry grade of Clerical Officer, through to Assistant Staff Officer, Staff Officer, Senior Staff Officer and Administrative Officer. A Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of a Senior Staff Officer/Administrative Officer or analogous grade. The role The Staff Officer has a supervisory role in the day-to-day operations of a work area or as a team leader. The Staff Officer works as part of a team and operational duties may include the day to day running of a section and the supervision and management of staff within the section. This will include assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals and standards set out in Departmental and Team Plans, Corporate Plan and Annual Service Delivery Plan. This will require the ability to plan, allocate and prioritise work and monitor and report on progress. Other duties may include representing the Department or the Council on various committees and the successful candidate must be capable of representing the Council in a professional and credible manner with all internal and external stakeholders. The Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, employee management, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The ideal candidate will therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge. The Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence. The ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have knowledge of: - PRINCIPAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS The Competition Monaghan County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and temporary vacancies for the post of Staff Officer (Grade V) shall be filled. The post(s) shall be wholetime, permanent and pensionable. Monaghan County Council reserves the right to, at any time, to reassign an employee to and Department. Recruitment arrangements to the post of Staff Officer will be on the following basis: - Panel A - 50% confined to employees of the sector* Panel B - 30% open Panel C - 20% confined to employees of Monaghan County Council * The sector includes all Local Authorities and the three regional assemblies. Candidates who are not existing employees of these local authorities or regional assemblies are not eligible to apply for competitions confined to the sector or to the local authorities i.e. Monaghan County Council. Following the selection process, three panels will be formed for the post of Staff Officer of suitably qualified candidates to meet the requirements of the ratio of the posts to be confined to the local authority sector, open and those confined to Monaghan County Council. The order of candidates placed on each of the three panels is determined by where they are placed on the overall Order of Merit List. Panel A (Confined to Local Authority Sector) will comprise of successful applicants in order of merit from within the Local Authority Sector only i.e. candidates serving in a local authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable). Panel B (Open) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a local authority, regional assembly, and external applicants. Panel C (Confined to Monaghan County Council) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit from within the recruiting Local Authority i.e. candidates serving in Monaghan County Council. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority, or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his/her duties as a local authority employee. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. An allowance may also be payable in respect of travel expenses and subsistence. The salary scale for the post is: - €51,210, - €52,739, - €54,301, - €55,895, - €57,501, - 1st LSI €59,373, -2nd LSI €61,252, Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage. Appointees who are not existing public servants will enter at the minimum point of the scale. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: - (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold such position on probation; (b) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period; (c) such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. Hours of Duty: The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. Flexible working arrangements apply. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. The role requires flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties may involve working outside of normal office hours. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Superannuation: Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment. Superannuation contributions Persons who become pensionable officers 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). Persons who become pensionable officers 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.
Integration Support Worker
The primary role of the LAITs is to provide ongoing integration supports to IP applicants, Programme Refugees and BOTP to enable them to live independently in the community. This will involve linking these cohorts with local service providers appropriate to their needs. The LAITs will also act as the direct point of contact, providing information, guidance and advice, answering queries as they arise and ensuring that they are in receipt of applicable benefits and entitlements. The ISW will support the Integration Support Coordinator in the delivery of services including support in accessing employment and developing English language proficiency, childcare, healthcare services and linkages to sporting and other local / community activities. The LAITs will engage with the Irish Refugee Protection Programme during the period of resettlement. Grant agreements, put in place to support this process through integration projects, will set out the relationship including a referral process to provide integration supports to programme refugees. The LAITs are not intended to replace mainstream service provision but to support IP applicants, Programme Refugees and BOTP in accessing mainstream services. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Integration Support Worker (ISW) will perform such duties as may be assigned from time to time which will involve the facilitation, implementation and promotion of the policies and objectives of Offaly County Council for the advancement of the LAITs. The ISW worker will report to the Integration Support Co-Ordinator or any other officer as designated by the Chief Executive. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: · The social inclusion of IP applicants, Programme Refugees and BOTP into local communities through effective use of community development principles and practices and local integration supports; · Hosting clinics in local areas and using community development principles to support those in attendance; · Collaborating and working with teams in the International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) including the customer service, the resident welfare and the people with status teams; · Implementing and promoting OCC strategies/policies relevant to those in receipt of integration support services · Acting as lead on IRPP integration projects, supported by grant agreements, put in place to support the integration of programme refugees; · To support the Integration Support Coordinator to ensure work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s operational plan; · Support with accessing English language classes / courses; · Support with accessing employment activation / volunteering; · Support with accessing education and / or training, capacity building courses and apprenticeships; · Linking with other public services including legal, childcare, healthcare, and dental and optical services; · Providing guidance through application processes for income supports, medical cards, child supports, and any other applicable entitlements; · Support with accessing local groups and activities e.g. sporting, music; · Supporting IP applicants to transition out of the system once they have received a decision from the Department of Justice including guidance on accessing mainstream and NGO supports; · Making appropriate provisions for vulnerable persons, including working with mainstream service providers to facilitate access to additional services if required; · Assisting in addressing any issues / concerns / grievances / complaints that arise in interactions with public services; · To develop and maintain productive working relationships; · To compile, prepare and present reports, presentations and respond to correspondence as necessary; · To represent the office on committees or at meetings and give progress reports as required; · To provide support and assistance in the delivery of projects as required; · To assist the handling day to day issues, ensuring compliance with all council policies and procedures; · To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required; · To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time; · Preparing interim and annual reports, including data on budgets and expenditure as required. · Reporting · Ensure compliance with all required local authority financial, management and governance reporting requirements; · Collect, maintain and update relevant data; · Work with project partners to ensure that they are aware of and fulfil their reporting requirements. Governance Ensure the LAIT conforms to all policies and procedures of the Local Authority and in line with the Governance Framework. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall 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:- a) Have at least 3 years’ experience working in a similar type role with diverse groups in a community development setting; b) Possess a good working knowledge of the mainstream model of integration and the policies which govern Ireland’s International Protection system, Irish Refugee Protection programme and Temporary Protection programme; c) Have experience of providing individual support and outreach; d) Have experience of working with other external agencies and organisations including both voluntary and public sector; e) Possess a good working knowledge of the youth sector and the ability to connect International Protection (IP) applicants, Programme Refugees and Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection (BOTP) aged 15-24 years with the appropriate support services; f) Have a strong understanding of the concept of cultural diversity and the ability to adapt working approach to embrace many different nationalities and cultures; g) Have a thorough knowledge of the principles and processes of community development with expertise in a broad range of development models, particularly those appropriate to minority ethnic groups; h) Hold a clean, current Class B Driving Licence and have access to his/her own car; i) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. KEY COMPETENCIES Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of the specific areas: Delivering Results: Plan and prioritise work and resources effectively. Establish high quality service and customer care standards, particularly with local communities. Make timely, informed and effective decisions and show good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations. Create opportunities or overcome obstacles by rethinking or reconceptualising practices or procedures. Leading, Motivating and Managing Performance Lead, motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans. Effectively manage Team Performance. Lead by example demonstrating through your own behaviour a clear sense of quality service delivery. Personal Effectiveness Takes initiative and seeks opportunity to exceed goals. Manages time and workload effectively. Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to the role. Relevant Knowledge and Experience Knowledge and understanding of the role of Integrated Support Coordinator. Has knowledge and understanding of local government structure including service requirements. Understands key challenges facing the local government sector and Offaly County Council. Knowledge & Experience of operating ICT systems. Good social media and communication skills. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. The Post: The post is whole-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill appropriate positions that may arise for its duration. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale, and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current salary scale applicable to the post is €56,754 to €69,337 (LSI 2) 3. Work Base: Offaly County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. 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. 4. Working Hours : The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week. Hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remuneration will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. A flexible working hours’ system is in operation and may be availed of subject to the terms and conditions of the Time and Attendance Policy. 5. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum. 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). 6. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 7. Probation: Appointees will be on probation for the first year of employment. The terms of Offaly County Council’s Probation Policy will apply.
