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Cavan County Council leads and collaborates with all to drive and shape a better future for our County and it is a progressive dynamic and innovative local authority in Ireland. Cavan County Council employs over 500 employees across service divisions including housing and building roads transport and safety development management environmental protection recreation and amenity agriculture and education and miscellaneous services. A dynamic and ever evolving place to work with a stimulating and challenging work environment Cavan County Council offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of administrative professional creative technical and general services roles. Supported by continuous learning and development a highly skilled workforce is central to delivering these objectives. In the heart of the scenic lakelands Cavan is located less than two hours drive from Dublin Belfast and Galway and boasts an unrivalled quality of life. Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel for Cavan County Council from which full time permanent and fixed term contract posts may be filled at Clerk of Works. Post The position of Clerk of Works is one which provides required oversight to ensure that all construction works are carried out in accordance with relevant legislation regulations construction standards codes of practice etc and that all materials are provided and utilised in accordance with all manufacturer’s requirements and recommendations. The person appointed may also be required to carry out regular property inspections provide detailed technical reports and assist in the oversight and maintenance and refurbishment of housing apartment dwellings and both community and civic buildings. Duties The duties shall be such as may be assigned to the Clerk of Works and may include some or all of the following • Supervising the construction repair and maintenance of dwellings (apartments houses service units) and of other works e.g. new builds extensions adaptations etc • Supervision and inspection of works of building construction development and ancillary civil engineering works to ensure compliance with building regulations building grant requirements and planning permissions etc • Supervising as directed works of repair construction security or demolition • Liaising with Design Team for new projects • Control and supervision of staff where appropriate including foreman chargehands craftsmen skilled and unskilled general operatives and checking certification of time sheets • Certification of proper use of materials and preparation of costings of work done • Inspecting and reporting on the condition of houses and structures specifying repairs renewals or rebuilding considered necessary to make unfit or defective premises fit for human habitation or to put them into good repair and the preparation of estimates of cost thereof • Keeping accurate records including digital records of inspections notices Court Orders etc • To undertake Health and Safety duties commensurate with the post and or as detailed in the City Council Health and Safety policy • Liaising with staff tenants members of the public elected representatives management companies and the like in the course of completing duties • To cooperate with all Health and Safety measures within the organisation • To maintain a daily work diary recording decisions events appointments and staff details. He or she will be required to produce report updates on work events to the Engineering supervisor • Carrying out such other duties including duties within the area of any other local authority as may be assigned by the Council from time to time • The person holding the post will be required to work such hours as may be assigned from time to time and may be required to work outside the normal hours of duty • The Clerk of Works will co operate fully with the implementation of new technology in their areas of operation • The Clerk of Works will attend all relevant training courses. This will include training courses in the technology area and courses relating to personal training and development The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him or her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Notwithstanding the requirements of the post successful applicants may be assigned to any service area role within the Local Authority at an analogous level by the Chief Executive at any time. Candidates will be expected to be flexible in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal office hours. Qualifications 1 Character Each candidate 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. 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 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 United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa 4 Education experience etc Each candidate must on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: i. (a) Hold a degree in Engineering or Architecture or (b) Hold a National Certificate or National Diploma in Construction Studies or Civil Engineering issued by the National Council for Education Awards or Further Education Training Awards Council or (c) In the case of an office involving building construction work as an alternative to the qualification at (a) be a member of the Institute of Clerk of Works in Ireland or possess a full course certificate in building issued by the Technical Instruction Branch of the Department of Education or a first class Technological Certificate (Intermediate Stage) or a Technological Certificate (Advanced Stage) issued by the Department of Education or have had satisfactory supervisory experience of building work including Housing ii Have an adequate knowledge of civil engineering works or of building construction iii Be capable of writing clear and concise reports keeping work records measuring and recording all variations from contract and reading drawings iv Have a satisfactory knowledge of surveying levelling and setting out of works v Possess a current Class B Driving Licence free from endorsements Non Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Desirable requirements The following is desirable but not essential: • Working knowledge of the Local Authority Sector • Experience in public procurement including the use of eTenders • Experience in consultation with statutory and non statutory stakeholders • Experience working with external Consultants on capital projects • Experience in inspection monitoring and record keeping for capital and maintenance projects • Ability to carry out a programme of inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with technical specifications • Ability to organise site supervision and inspection workload • Ability to provide technical advice and support to contractors • Ability to identify and prepare evidence of defects and oversee remediation Salary Remuneration will be at the Clerk of Works Scale of the national wage scales. The present minimum scale is €57,895 increasing to €70,730 per annum (including LSIs) with annual increments subject to satisfactory performance via PMDS. Garda Vetting and Child Protection Successful candidates will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. Working Hours The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility and will be based on a 35 hour week involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. Pension The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies. Selection Process Candidates will initially be assessed to ensure they meet the minimum qualifications set down above. Assessment will be based on information provided in the application form. Candidates may be short listed based on information provided and may be called to interview depending on the number of applicants and service requirements.
Adult Education Guidance Information Officer
REPORTING TO Adult Education Officer (AEO), Guidance Co-ordinator, Guidance Counsellor or Management Group as agreed in the operational framework for the project. NATURE OF POST Permanent wholetime – 35 hours per week. (Note: This position is equivalent to the Grade IV salary scale) FUNCTION OF JOB The Adult Guidance and Information Service offers impartial and confidential information, advice, guidance and counselling on the educational options that are available to clients both within CMETB and with other education providers. The aim of the service is to support clients to make the right decisions about returning to education and training and to help them make those decisions within the context of their wider lives. KEY PURPOSE 1. To develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive, up-to-date and user- friendly information service which supports the aims and objectives of the project. 2. To contribute to and organise events, marketing activities, and promotional materials which promote the project to clients, groups and other agencies. 3. To develop and maintain up to date paper based and computer-based systems in respect of clients, groups and information resources. 4. To implement and maintain agreed administrative procedures. 5. To contribute to the on-going development and maintenance of the service. LOCATION Monaghan town, Co. Monaghan (4 days per week) and Carrickmacross (1 day per week). REQUIREDQUALIFICATIONS,SKILLS&EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS Please refer to “Person Specification” at the end of this document. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.1 TO DEVELOP, IMPLEMENT AND MAINTAIN AN EFFECTIVE AND USER-FRIENDLY INFORMATION SERVICE WHICH SUPPORTS THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT. 1.2 Deal with public enquiries by telephone, email and in person from members of the public, local agencies and community groups. 1.3 Provide user-friendly, accurate, and relevant information and advice to enquirers. 1.4 Undertake research on behalf of clients, groups, and staff and prepare individualised information packs. 1.5 Interpret and apply information, such as grant entitlements, to individual needs. 1.6 Make referrals and/or arrange appointments for clients to meet with the Guidance Counsellor, other internal staff, and/or external organisations, as appropriate. 1.7 Maintain comprehensive and up to date information on local job, education and training opportunities. 1.8 Input and maintain appropriate client records. 1.9 Maintain appropriate links with other service providers. 2.1 TO CONTRIBUTE TO AND ORGANISE EVENTS, MARKETING ACTIVITIES, AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS WHICH PROMOTE THE PROJECT TO CLIENT, GROUPS AND OTHER AGENCIES. 2.2 Assist in promotional/networking activities e.g., presentations, exhibitions and events as appropriate. 2.3 Contribute to the production of publicity materials. 2.4 Undertake appropriate activities to publicise and market the services of the project to existing and new clients. 2.5 Deliver presentations and/or information sources to groups, as required. 2.6 Support other services in highlighting course vacancies and upcoming courses and organising recruitment events for same. 3.1 TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN UP-TO-DATE PAPER BASED AND COMPUTER BASED SYSTEMS, IN RESPECT OF CLIENTS, GROUPS AND INFORMATION RESOURCES. 3.2 Develop and maintain paper based and ICT databases which are relevant to the Adult learner including education, training and employment opportunities, funding and support services. 3.3 Ensure that the client database is maintained and updated in accordance with NCGE guidelines. 3.4 Assist in the preparation and completion of returns to the Department of Education and Skills, DFHERIS, SOLAS, NCGE, ETB and other designated bodies. 3.5 Assist in the development, maintenance and updating of websites and social media platforms as appropriate. 3.6 Undertake training and keep updated on relevant developments and changes in respect of the client database. 3.7 Access information from a range of circulation sources. 3.8 Keep informed of relevant ongoing developments at local and national level. 3.9 Ensure that guidance personnel are kept updated regarding new information and changes that may affect our clients. 4.1 TO OFFER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO THE PROJECT INCLUDING: 4.2 Establishing recording systems and databases in agreement with the project manager. 4.3 Implementing agreed administrative procedures. 4.4 Maintaining client records and statistics in a confidential manner 4.5 Carrying out day-to-day secretarial duties such as typing and word-processing, photocopying, telephone/reception, mail and minute taking. 4.6 Maintaining day-to-day financial records including monthly accounts, invoicing, and the purchase of equipment, as appropriate. 4.7 Maintaining an appointments system for guidance interviews and group sessions. 5.1 TO CONTRIBUTE, AS APPROPRIATE, TO THE ON-GOING DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF THE SERVICE. 5.2 Contribute to the monitoring, review and evaluation of the project by maintaining and analysing data on client use of the service; and contributing to the identification of gaps in provision. 5.3 Keep note of possible research needs presented through trends in the client data and feed these back as appropriate to the project management. 5.4 Participate in appropriate staff development and training as agreed with line manager. 5.5 Maintain awareness of on-going developments at local and national level. 5.6 Any other duties relevant to the effective and efficient operation of the service. 6.1 TO SUPPORT DELIVERY OF FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAMMES 6.2 Assist in the recruitment and sign up of learners for these programmes. Advise on possible course trends to respond to demand and feed this information back to co-ordinators. 6.3 Participate in appropriate staff development and training as agreed with line manager. 6.4 Any other duties relevant to assisting the effective and efficient operation of the service. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him / her from time to time by the CE, DFET or AEO and to contribute to the development of the post while in the role . QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent. OR Have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher. OR Have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. SKILLS Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service Competency Frameworks for the Irish Public Service. Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. COMPETENCIES · Team Working · Interpersonal and Communication Skills. · Information Management/Processing · Delivery of Results. · Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development. · Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values.
