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Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: (as at 01/03/2025) €30,810, €32,543, €32,969, €33,835, €35,100, €36,366, €37,634, €38,555, €39,596, €40,805, €41,661, €42,858, €44,067, €46,335, €47,948LSI Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Principal Duties and Responsibilities In line with employer policies, procedures and best practice standards the Clerical Officer will: Administration · Provide office support, answer queries and provide a reception / telephone service · Keep themselves appraised of the relevant documentation / procedures as relevant · Manage data - including maintaining, correcting, collating, interrogating, validating and processing data · Maintain accurate up to date records filing systems and records (computerised / paper copy) · Assist in and / or prepare reports as necessary · Provide required information and support to Service Managers and teams, team members, clients, patients, members of the public etc. · Action all communications in a timely manner · Undertake any other administrative support and assignments as directed · Represent the Service in a positive manner Customer Service · Promote and maintain a customer focused environment · Ensure that service users are treated with dignity and respect · Act on feedback from service users / customers and report same to Line Manager Service Delivery and Improvement · Actively participate in innovation and support change and improvement initiatives within the service · Identify potential problems / inconsistencies in a timely manner and consult with Line Manager as appropriate Standards, Policies, Procedures and Legislation · Maintain own knowledge of relevant employer policies, procedures, guidelines and practices, to perform the role effectively · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service The above 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 and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications and/ or experience Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date of the competition will have: (i) Obtained at least grade D (or pass) in Higher or Ordinary Level in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or Leaving Certificate Applied. OR (ii) Passed an examination of at least equivalent standard OR (iii) Satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills And Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements · Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience of working in an administrative role · Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service Other requirements specific to the post · n/a Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience Demonstrate · knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per the duties & responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role · The ability to maximise the use of ICT, demonstrating excellent computer skills particularly Microsoft Office, Outlook etc. · The ability to work in line with policies and procedures Planning and Managing Resources Demonstrate · The ability to plan and organise own workload in an effective and methodical manner · The ability to deliver within timescales and to a quality standard · The ability to take responsibility for work and sees it through to completion Commitment to a Quality Service Demonstrate · A commitment to providing a quality service e.g. pays close and accurate attention to detail in their work · An awareness and appreciation of the service user · The ability to embraces the change agenda; demonstrates the ability to be flexible and adaptable in a changing work environment Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making Demonstrate · Strong analytical and numeracy skills, including the ability to analyse data to inform decisions · The ability to think through decisions to make sure they are in line with policy and local practice · The ability to gather information from enough sources and other people to make well-founded decisions Team working Demonstrate · the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team · Contributes to a positive team spirit · A willingness to become involved and help team members if they are under pressure Communication & Interpersonal Skills Demonstrate · Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner · Strong written communication skills · Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders; treats others with dignity and respect Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. Read the CPSA Code of Practice .
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).
Student Support Officer
Job Purpose To undertake a key role in supporting students including assisting in the planning, securing and monitoring of placements, assessment and recording of student progress and pastoral care. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work Placements and Competitions · Engage with employers to secure placements, virtual and non-virtual. Match learners with placements and develop industrial links through the establishment of partnerships/further placements. · Assess the compliance of the work placement with Health and Safety, Insurance cover and other relevant criteria and ensure all relevant documentation, PPA, insurance etc is completed and securely retained. · Ensure that students are familiar with their responsibilities on work placement, including health and safety and child protection / the protection of Vulnerable adults and complete all induction requirements. · Responsible for the creation and completion of E-ILP/EPTP and co-ordinate with the course team. · Visit students on a regular basis and complete appropriate reports and reviews to ensure that they are meeting the requirements of their course and completing relevant documentation. · Report on student progress at Case Conferences. · Provide mentoring support to students in preparation for competitions and assist in the organisation and administration of competitions. · Develop industrial links through the establishment of partnerships/further placements. Pastoral Care · Monitor the attendance of students in work placement and follow up where necessary providing support and addressing any issues or problems arising. · Follow up by telephone/ letter any students who have not been attending placement and action referrals as appropriate to Inspire, MACs learning support and other support agencies. · Supporting all students in their learning experience to maintain regular and consistent attendance including addressing issues relating to physical or mental well-being, domestic or college related concerns and financial difficulties. · Implementing College initiatives to improve student attendance, retention and performance levels. · Providing assistance and support to lecturers to increase the level of student progression. · Facilitating meetings with relevant stakeholders including parents, DfE careers, social workers etc. · Administration associated with student absences, student sickness, and the submission of internal and external returns including processing of student withdrawals. Assessment · Carry out assessment for students as appropriate in accordance with awarding organisation body guidelines and SERC Quality policies and processes. · Provide regular oral and written feedback to Curriculum teams, Heads/Deputy Heads of School, on assessment progress. · Undertake continuous professional development as required to meet awarding body work-based assessment requirements. General · Provide support for recruitment and marketing initiatives including open days, parents’ evenings enrolment rota and interviews as required. · Participate and support induction programme including assisting with collection and processing of exam certificates/results, issuing and recording of protective clothing and equipment issued to students. · Utilise capability of College management information systems and ensure completion of all administrative requirements in line with College and DfE requirements. · Participate in the sharing of good practice. · Liaise closely with the curriculum managers, course tutors and other relevant staff and attend regular course team meetings. · Assist the course team in the student disciplinary procedure. · Ensure that all documentation and authorisation procedures are adhered to. · Act as an ambassador for the College and promote SERC’s range of industry training programmes to internal and external stakeholders. · Negotiate with employers on trainee transition from non-employed to employed status and process all relevant documentation in order to maximise funding. Conditions · Promote the College positively at all times. · Abide by all College procedures and ensure these are implemented in area of responsibility. · Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College health and safety requirements. · Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College equality requirements. · Any other duties deemed necessary to ensure the effective operation of the areas of responsibility. NOTES 1. This is a description of the job as it is at present constituted. The duties and responsibilities are intended to give a broad indication of the variety of tasks the post holder may be asked to undertake. It should be noted that a job description is not an exhaustive list of activities and staff may be asked to carry out duties commensurate with the grade of the post. The job description may also be amended to take account of changed circumstances, and staff will be consulted when this is necessary. It is the College’s aim to reach agreement to reasonable changes, but if agreement is not possible, the College reserves the right to insist on changes to a job description after consultation with the post holder. 2. In carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the post it is expected that the post holder will do so in accordance with the College Ethos Equal Opportunities Policy and that in doing so the post holder will contribute to the discharge of Section 75 statutory duties and implementation of the College Equality Scheme 3. This is a post which is governed by The Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults (Northern Ireland) Order 2003. Before appointing anyone to this post, it is policy to ask for the relevant check to be carried out by Access NI. 4. The College operates a no smoking policy and all staff are expected to adhere to this. 5. In order to deliver its objectives, the College has developed to the following set of values and all staff expected to work within these; 6. All staff at Deputy Head of School Level and above (including staff on NJC Terms & Conditions, band 6 and above) are required to participate in day, evening and holiday cover rotas as required. 7. All Staff are required to contribute to a healthy and safe working environment and to adhere to all health and safety regulations and College policies. 8. All staff have a responsibility for ensuring that risks are managed at College, team and individual level. This process will include the assessment and effective control of all acceptable risk situations. 9. All Budget holders will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of a balanced budget across their area of responsibility, including the delivery of any agreed cost improvement programmes. 10. Staff will be expected to participate in staff training and development activities to update and enhance their own knowledge, skills and professional competence needed to fulfil the role effectively. 11. Please note that a waiting list may be created from this post from which further appointments may be made should the same or a similar post arise within six months of the interview date. Please note such posts may be based at any College Campus. Selection Criteria Student Support Officer x 2 Essential Selection Criteria 1. Hold a Level 4 qualification or equivalent. 2. Hold GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above or equivalent. 3. A current driving licence and access to a car or have access to a form of transport that will enable the post-holder to fulfil the role in full. 4. Experience of using the Microsoft Office suite, in particular Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams. 5. An ability to communicate confidently and effectively with a range of stakeholders through various methods. 6. Demonstrate ability to create and develop links and effective working relationships with stakeholders. 7. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills. Desirable Selection Criteria 1. Hold a recognised Assessor Award (A1, D32, D33) or be willing to work towards 2. Experience of organising work placements and liaising with employers. 3. Experience of assessing students/trainees. 4. Experience of working with and supporting apprentices/ trainees/students and/or experience of working on training and employment programmes. 5. Experience of using a Management Information System to collate, update and extract data. The above are minimum criteria. These may be enhanced at the discretion of the Selection Panel.
Housing Support Officer
Benefits
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).
Adult Education Guidance Information Officer
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week Salary: €35,259 - €51,211 (10-point scale) Key Purpose • To implement and maintain an effective, comprehensive, up to date and user-friendly information service which supports the aims and objectives of the project • To implement and maintain agreed administrative procedures • To maintain up to date paper based and computer-based systems in respect of clients, groups and information resources • To contribute to and assist with the organisation of events, marketing activities and promotional materials which promote the project to clients, groups and other agencies • To contribute to the on-going development and maintenance of the service Duties and Responsibilities To implement and maintain an effective, comprehensive, up to date and user-friendly information service which supports the aims of the project 1. Deal with public enquiries by telephone and in person from members of the public, local agencies and community groups 2. Provide user-friendly, accurate and relevant information and advice to enquirers 3. Undertake research on behalf of clients, groups and guidance staff and prepare individualised information packs 4. Make referrals and/or arrange appointments for clients to meet with the Guidance Counsellor, other internal staff and/or external organisations as appropriate 5. Maintain comprehensive and up to date information on local job, education and training opportunities 6. Input and maintain appropriate client records 7. Maintain appropriate links with other service providers To implement and maintain agreed administrative procedures 1. Establish recording systems and databases in agreement with the line manager 2. Implement agreed administrative procedures 3. Maintain client records and statistics in a confidential manner 4. Carry out day-to-day secretarial duties such as typing and word-processing, photocopying, telephone/reception, mail and minute taking 5. Maintain day-to-day financial records including petty cash, monthly accounts, invoicing and the purchase of equipment as appropriate 6. Maintain an appointment system for guidance interviews and group sessions 7. Assist the line manager with the day-to-day maintenance issues relating to the building, as appropriate To maintain an up-to-date paper based and computer-based systems in respect of clients, groups and information resources 1. Maintain paper based and ICT databases which are relevant to the FET learner/client including: education, training and employment opportunities, funding and support services. Ensure that the client database is maintained and updated in accordance with relevant guidelines 2. Assist in the preparation and completion of returns to the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science (DFHERIS), Solas, ETB and other designated bodies 3. Assist in the development, maintenance and updating of websites as appropriate 4. Undertake training and keep updated on relevant developments and changes in respect of the client database 5. Access information from a range of circulated sources 6. Keep informed of relevant ongoing developments at local and national level 7. Ensure that guidance staff are kept updated regarding new information and changes that may affect clients To contribute to and assist with the organisation of events, marketing activities and promotional materials which promote the project to client, groups and other agencies 1. Assist in promotional/networking activities e.g. presentations, exhibitions and events, as appropriate 2. Contribute to the production of publicity materials 3. Undertake appropriate activities to publicise and market the services of the project to existing and new clients To contribute, as appropriate, to the on-going development and maintenance of the service 1. Contribute to the monitoring, review and evaluation of the project by maintaining and providing and analysing data on client use of the service; and contributing to the identification of gaps in provision 2. Keep note of possible research needs presented through trends in the client data and feed these back as appropriate to the project management 3. Participate in appropriate staff development and training as agreed with line manger 4. Maintain awareness of on-going developments at local and national level 5. Any other duties relevant to the effective and efficient operation of the service Conditions of Service Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. Vetting Kilkenny and Carlow ETB is registered with the National Vetting Unit (NVU). As part of the Board’s recruitment and selection process, offers of employment to all posts may be subject to NVU disclosure. References Kilkenny and Carlow ETB reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. Kilkenny and Carlow ETB also reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Please note that candidates are requested not to submit references with their application form. Pre-Employment Health Assessment A candidate for, any person holding, the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of the ability to render regular and efficient service. Candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment Health Assessment which will be reviewed by the ETB's Occupational Health Service. An offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment health assessment. Probation Where a person is appointed to the position of Adult Education Guidance Information Officer to Kilkenny and Carlow ETB the first twelve months of their contract will be regarded as the probationary period. The appointment will be confirmed subject to satisfactory performance of the duties of the post. Superannuation and Retirement The successful candidate will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Civil/Public Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”). Full details of the Scheme are available on www.kcetb.ie. Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. The maximum retirement age for a member of the single public service pension scheme as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. Sick Leave Sick leave will be in accordance with established procedures and conditions for ETB staff generally. Notice/Termination This appointment is terminable by one month’s notice in writing from either side subject to statutory provisions and relevant collective agreements. General The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the successful candidate’s employment contract. Qualifications The Leaving Certificate or equivalent will be the minimum requirement. A qualification in information management systems or Librarianship or a related field is desirable. Competences, Skills and Experience Candidates should have: • Specialist knowledge and expertise in the area of Further Education and Training (FET) • Excellent ICT and administration skills • Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to prepare written communications for a range of audiences • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills including the ability to work effectively as a member of a team and use own initiative • Excellent computer skills including the use of spreadsheets, databases, word processing and publisher packages • Ability to organise and maintain record-keeping systems and information resources both manually and using ICT • Ability to understand and process information with a high level of attention to detail • Awareness of issues related to the handling of confidential information and equal opportunities • Knowledge and commitment towards public service values, including a strong commitment to customer service and experience of dealing with the public • Experience in an appropriate educational/training/ industrial environment requiring a range of the skills and competencies set out above • Willingness to work flexible hours outside of normal office hours Competences The person appointed to the above post will be required to show evidence of the following competences: Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Develops and maintains the skills and expertise required to perform in the role effectively, e.g. relevant technologies, IT Systems, relevant policies etc • Clearly understands the role, objectives and targets and how they fit into the work of the unit • Is committed to self-development and continuously seeks to improve personal performance Delivery of Results • Delivers results on time and to a high standard • Plans and prioritises the work schedule, ensuring the efficient use of all resources available and delivering on objectives even with multiple or conflicting demands • Evaluates the current work practices to identify changes that could be made to help them run more effectively • Maintains accurate records and monitors work, ensuring any errors are identified and rectified • Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered • Identifies and appreciates the urgency and importance of different tasks Information Management and Processing • Approaches and delivers all work in a thorough and organised manner • Follows procedures and protocols, understanding their value and the rationale behind them • Keeps high quality records that are easy for others to understand • Draws appropriate conclusions from information • Suggests new ways of doing things better and more efficiently • Is comfortable working with different types of information, e.g. written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculation such as arithmetic, percentages etc Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Shows respect, tact and maintains composure when dealing with customers or staff members • Demonstrates the ability to be assertive and negotiate when necessary, communicating in a clear and confident manner whilst remaining approachable and polite • Listens to others and invites feedback, dealing with information in a constructive way • Influences other by actively listening and clearly expressing their position • Produces written letters/reports in a clear and concise manner Teamwork • Shows respect for colleagues and co-workers • Develops and maintains good working relationships with others, sharing information and knowledge, as appropriate • Offers own ideas and perspectives • Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play his/her part Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values • Consistently strives to perform at a high level, demonstrating flexibility and finding solutions to overcome obstacles • Serves the Government and people of Ireland • Can work independently without excessive guidance or support • Demonstrates resilience in the face of significant demands and challenges • Ensures that the customer is at the heart of all services provided • Is personally honest and trustworthy • Acts with integrity and supports this in others
Staff Officer
Overall role and context: South East Technological University (SETU) is a leading higher education institution committed to academic excellence, research innovation, and global engagement. To support our expanding internationalisation ambition and initiatives, we are seeking a highly experienced, organised and proactive individual to join the Office of the Vice President for Global Partnerships, based on the SETU Carlow Campus. The successful applicant will work alongside colleagues across the multi-campus Global Office, faculties, professional support functions, and external stakeholders to enhance SETU’s global engagement, and will be responsible for the efficient day-to-day running of the VP’s Office. The individual will be required to provide professional and comprehensive administrative and secretarial support for the VP, while also providing assistance to various projects assigned by the VP. The successful applicant will be highly organised and adept at working well with others in support of all departmental activities and SETU. Principal duties and responsibilities: • Providing administrative and secretarial support for the VP for Global Partnerships. • Recording Secretary to associated meetings and committees. • Ensuring efficient administrative processes, while managing databases, filing and records systems. • Providing relevant data in respect of all processes covered by the Global Partnerships office. • Liaising with the SETU community, stakeholders and external bodies on a range of issues/queries and for completion of assigned tasks. • Supporting the planning and execution of global engagement activities, including visits, events, and meetings. • Preparing reports, briefing documents, and presentations. • Carrying out any other duties as designated by the VP or other designated officer of SETU. Person specification – Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills: This role will require an experienced, committed and motivated individual with a strong work ethic, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and advanced organisational and administrative skills. Qualifications • 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 • Have at least two years in a Grade III post, or equivalent, or higher, in the Education and Training Sector • Have successfully completed their probation period, or have successfully completed a probation period at a lower eligible grade Experience, skills and knowledge • Experience of gathering, analysing and summarising information from a variety of sources to inform decision-making. • Is skilled in Microsoft office and other software packages that may be used for gathering, collating and reporting on data. • Ability to organise workload and prioritise appropriately to meet deadlines with limited supervision. • Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff from a broad range of disciplines both academic and professional services. • Experience of working in a Higher Education environment, international relations, or global partnerships. Personal Attributes • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities. • Ability to work with a high degree of initiative, prioritising and planning workload to deliver to targets. • Strong analytical problem-solving skills, able to recommend practical and workable solutions. • Excellent interpersonal skills, which enable effective engagement and collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders. • Able to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing with stakeholders at all levels. • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately. • Capacity to operate effectively in a fast-moving and complex environment Hours of Work: The appointee will be required to work 35 hours per week together with such additional hours as may be required from time to time for the proper discharge of their duties. Salary: Staff Officer Salary Scale: €51,211 - €61,251
Clerical Officer
Other Benefits: • Central office location • Generous public sector pension scheme • Employee wellness programme that includes annual health check up • A culture of continuous professional development Principal Duties The role of Clerical Officer working as part of the Corporate Team will contribute to the achievement of the Agency's objectives and effectiveness by ensuring that the day-to-day office functions are efficient and responsive to the Project. The role involves: • Dealing with telephone queries and acting as a receptionist for the GDA's offices. • Assisting with the preparation of agendas, minutes and general documentation for the Board of the Agency, its committees, working groups and for the Consultative Group. • Ensuring up-to-date contact details of stakeholders, interested parties are maintained. • Providing clerical support to the various functions in the Agency. • Maintaining and updating the Admin A-Z on OneNote. • Providing support in organizing public or consultation meetings and workshops. • Providing support in updating policies and procedures for the GDA. • Providing support for Corporate Health & Safety. • Maintaining an effective electronic filing and records system, including archiving Procurement of office supplies and equipment. • Stocktaking of office supplies and equipment and ensuring there are no stock shortages. • Managing PPE equipment for construction site visits. • Conducting staff surveys using MS forms. • Providing photocopying and filing support to the GDA team. • Ordering couriers/taxis for the GDA team. • Dealing with the GDA's incoming and outgoing post. • Booking and setting up rooms, materials, and consumables (catering) for meetings. • Preparing of documentation and presentation material for meetings. • Raising Purchase Orders (PO's). • Liaising with Office contractors (Fire Extinguisher Maintenance, Water Cooler/Boiler Servicing, Cleaners). • Coordinating Staff Social Events. • Ensuring that the GDA offices, kitchen and lobby area are kept tidy, clean, and professional looking at all times. • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required from time to time. The functions and responsibilities assigned to this position are based on the current stated role and may be changed from time to time. The person appointed requires the flexibility to fulfil other roles and responsibilities at a similar level within the GDA. As this role includes reception duties it is not suitable for blended working. Candidate Requirements Candidates shall on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms have the following: • Essential Requirements: • Leaving Certificate Qualification • A minimum of 1 year's relevant office administration experience including provision of secretarial support, minute taking, etc. • Excellent IT skills (including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint). • Good communications skills and ability to work as part of a team. Desirable Requirements: • Letter writing skills and grammatical proficiency • Previous experience of working in administration within an educational or public service setting. • Good organisational skills and an ability to work on own initiative. • Experience in dealing with Local Community or Voluntary Groups. Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility Eligible Candidates must be: • A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA (European Economic Area) consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or • A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); • A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU (European Union) and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or • A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or • A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State because of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or • 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Candidates who are not citizens of the aforementioned countries must have the necessary permissions to work in Ireland. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility) and the Minister’s consent will have to be secured prior to employment by any Public Service body. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that, retirees, under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Education and Skills Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers Circular It is a condition of the Early Retirement Scheme that with the exception of the situations set out in paragraphs 10.2 and 10.3 of the relevant circular documentation, and with those exceptions only, if a teacher accepts early retirement under Strands 1, 2 or 3 of this scheme and is subsequently employed in any capacity in any area of the public sector, payment of pension to that person under the scheme will immediately cease. Pension payments will, however, be resumed on the ceasing of such employment or on the person's 60th birthday, whichever is the later, but on resumption, the pension will be based on the person's actual reckonable service as a teacher (i.e., the added years previously granted will not be considered in the calculation of the pension payment). Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for reemployment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of either of these schemes are not eligible to compete in this competition. Department of Environment, Community & Local Government The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for reemployment in any Public Service body [as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012] for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. It is the responsibility of former public or civil servant candidates to ensure their eligibility to apply. Potential candidates who participated in a voluntary severance/redundancy or early retirement programs, received a redundancy payment or are in receipt of a public sector pension, should familiarise themselves with their individual conditions pertaining to public sector re-employment and declare same if applying. Principal Conditions of Service Salary Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and increments may be awarded subject to satisfactory performance and to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6 April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). Clerical Officer (PPC) 590.21 – 623.23 – 631.62 – 647.99 – 672.15 – 696.26 – 720.35 – 737.91 – 757.82 – 780.93 – 797.18 – 820.07 – 842.79 – 878.27 – 906.13¹ – 918.93² A different rate will apply where the appointee is a civil or public servant recruited before 6th April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Other pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. Successful candidates will agree to repay any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of Clerical Officer Grade is 22 days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the Civil or Public Service, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours nett per week. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of their duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. The rate of remuneration payable covers any extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time
Health & Fitness Officer
Salary: £26,409 - £28,163 full time equivalent (plus 19% pension contribution). KEY PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To be responsible to Operations Manager the for the delivery of an innovative health and fitness programmes. To provide and maintain a quality customer service, including devising and delivering health and fitness instruction programmes, centre-based coaching classes and Exercise Referral (i.e. PARs/Healthwise) and rehabilitation programmes. To ensure that facilities are clean and well prepared, all relevant equipment is serviceable and properly handled/set up/taken down. All Health and Safety and hygiene standards to be maintained at all times in accordance with the current Quality System and relevant legislation. The post holder may undertake other duties relevant to the post reasonably assigned by the Gym & Sales Coordinator or relevant Duty Manager/Senior Leisure Assistant, including cover for sickness, leave, staff vacancies and other operational cover as and when required. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Monitor gym floor and gym equipment use and prepare personalised and tailored fitness programmes, monitor programmes, undertake fitness testing and respond to customer complaints/enquires as required. 2. Promote and develop the Gym Programme and undertake the delivery of classes for customers ranging from school age to senior citizens, to include target groups where relevant. 3. In conjunction with the Healthwise and Wellbeing Officer, be responsible for the delivery of the any exercise referral scheme including the screening of clients and the delivery of programme related activities. Liaise with and provide written reports to health professionals and ensure safe storage of sensitive medical records under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as required. 4. Contribute to the following: - the operation and promotion of the Vitality Health and Fitness Gym, a programme of classes, the scheduling and delivery of Induction sessions and the promotion of Vitality membership, both generally and at special events. (e.g. Health Promotion Fairs/exhibitions). - the induction of new staff and work placement students and training of employees as required. - the implementation of Health and Safety policies and procedures within the facility and all other Sports Services facilities. Ensure all Health & Safety legislation, published relevant guidelines and Council Health & Safety policies and procedures are complied with, including any personalised and Activity specific risk assessments for activities coached, especially external classes, i.e. walking/cycling Schemes. 5. Help ensure that the very highest standards of health and safety for both customers and colleagues are maintained at all times and that all relevant statutory health and safety requirements and Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council health and safety policies, procedures and work instructions are adhered to at all times. 6. Ensure high standards of cleanliness, maintenance and presentation of all equipment within the facilities, reporting any defects or potentially hazardous situations to the manager on duty. 7. Help ensure that all Child Protection and Vulnerable Adult legislation, published relevant guidelines and Council policies are complied with in the operation of the services and activities of the facilities, to help ensure a safe environment for both customers and work colleagues. 8. Ensure that the quality standards, customer care procedures, work instructions, and record keeping in accordance with Quality Accreditation systems agreed by the Council are followed and maintained. 9. Carry out any other relevant duties as required and assist with the setting up and take down of equipment as required. 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 & Experience Essential Criteria 1.1 – Five GCSE passes at grade A-C, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. 1.2 – Possess a recognised and current coaching qualification in: • Fitness or Gym Instruction Level 2 1.3 – A minimum of two years’ experience in lifestyle and fitness testing and health promotion within the Leisure Industry. Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1.1, they must demonstrate a minimum of four years’ experience as outlined in 1.3 above Desirable Criteria 1.4 – It is desirable that applicants hold the following qualifications: • Additional Coaching Qualification • A recognised lifeguard award • A recognised qualification in coaching TRX or Boxercise. • Any two gym-based coaching/Instructor qualifications relevant to Council’s current Vitality Membership classes programme. 1.5 – Experience in the operation of a computerised booking/cash system.
Executive Officer
1. PREAMBLE Mary Immaculate College is an autonomous, university-level, Catholic College of Education and the Liberal Arts. Founded in 1898, and linked academically with the University of Limerick, MIC is the oldest higher education institution in Limerick. Significant expansion in recent decades has seen the College’s menu of educational programmes expand across two impressive campuses, one based in the heart of Limerick City and one in Thurles, Co. Tipperary. The diverse student community is made up of more than 5,000 learners, participating in fourteen undergraduate degree programmes and a wide range of postgraduate programmes up to and including doctoral level. Academic staff members engage in professional academic research activities, and research underpins all teaching and learning at the College. MIC seeks to prepare its students for professional excellence and to nurture their capacity to lead flourishing lives. 2. CANDIDATE PROFILE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION Mary Immaculate College wishes to fill a full-time permanent post for Executive Officer in the Faculty of Arts Office. The position of Executive Officer – Faculty of Arts Office is a key administrative and supervisory role. The appointee will have responsbility for a wide range of duties relating to the functioning of the Faculty of Arts Office. The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills and will have diverse responsibilities in a complex setting, liaising with staff, students and clients of the College. The post holder will be required to deal with highly confidential information in a very discreet manner. Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills: a) A third level qualification in a relevant field at level 6 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications and a minimum of 2 years’ relevant administrative experience preferably in a higher education administrative setting or A minimum of 5 years’ relevant administrative experience preferably in a higher education administrative setting; b) Have an understanding of academic programme structures, assessment and progression, and other key components of the student lifecycle. c) Proven relevant IT and data management skills, including a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Enterprise Solutions and with experience in the use of Agresso, SharePoint, and Moodle or equivalent systems; d) Excellent administrative and organisational skills with the ability to manage, prioritise, and complete a variety of tasks under pressure and within deadlines; e) Demonstrable experience of using own initiative to solve problems in a positive and proactive manner, and ability to employ sound judgement in a variety of situations.; f) Proven ability to work collaboratively and supportively with a wide variety of stakeholders, both internal and external with the ability to work across a multiplicity of seniority levels; g) Demonstratable experience of dealing with a complex range of student issues in a discreet, professional manner h) Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a high level of numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail; i) Proven people management skills together with the ability to work effectively as part of a team within an established team environment; It is desirable that candidates will also have: j) Experience of coordinating education programmes or projects. Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó dhaoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish. Please note that current government policy may have implications for the re-employment of applicants who are currently in receipt of a public sector pension 3. JOB DESCRIPTION Reporting Relationship The appointee is required to carry out the duties attached to the post, under the general direction of the Senior Faculty Administrator/Faculty Office Manager, to whom they report to, and to whom they are responsible to for the performance of these duties in the first instance. The appointee will also have a reporting relationship to the Dean of Arts. The appointee will report through the Senior Faculty Administrator/Faculty Office Manager to the Dean of Arts and to the College President and/or to such other College Officers as the President may designate from time to time. The appointee will liaise with the Deans of Arts and Education, Heads of Departments, Course Leaders and other College personnel and with relevant College bodies in carrying out the duties attaching to the post. The reporting relationship is subject to review and may be altered from time to time, in line with service needs and developments in the College. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties of this post will include: - Provide administrative support at both faculty and departmental level; assist and support the Senior Faculty Administrator / Faculty Office Manager, Faculty of Arts and the Dean of Arts as required. - Provide administrative support to Heads of Department and faculty members. - Assist in the administration and application of internal checks, such as relating to student subject registrations and records, identifying any possible risks in a timely manner and actioning appropriately. - Assist in the collation and provision of accurate and on-time examination and assessment data as required. - Assist in the provision of relevant information in relation to progression issues. - Administration and co-ordination of secure dissemination of assessment material to external examiners - Assist in the preparation of required documentation for faculty exam panels and college exam boards - Organise events relating to the Faculty of Arts and liaising with colleagues within the Faculty of Arts, various offices throughout the College and external stakeholders for key events such as orientation, public lectures, book launches, etc. - Maintaining high levels of quality assurance and adhering to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) regulations when dealing with student information - Support the day to day operations of the Faculty of Arts including the faculty calendar, programme boards and programme information, and follow through on actions of the various committees to higher boards of authority as required. - Act as recording secretary for faculty meetings as required. - Staff supervision and allocation of workloads as required - Coordination and oversight of maintenance and updating of faculty office documentation and procedures. - Conduct data analysis on student and programme data as required by the Dean and/or the Senior Faculty Administrator - Action queries from potential students, guidance counsellors, parents and the general public re. the faculty’s programmes. - Support the management of department budgets and compliance to procurement protocols. - Have a detailed knowledge and understanding of academic regulations and processes, and enact correctly. - Responsibility for collation and creation of certain faculty reports such as to an Chomhairle Acadúil, an tÚdarás Rialaithe and other bodies as required The list of duties and responsibilities as detailed is not exhaustive. The performance of the entire range of duties is not necessarily confined to any one individual, as the work requires that the staff function in a flexible manner and work together as a team. The College retains the right to assign new duties and/or to re-assign staff to other areas of the College, in response to service needs. 4. TERMS AND CONDITIONS General All persons employed will sign an appropriate contract, which will contain terms and conditions of the employment. A job description is given to all applicants for employment and this will form part of the contract documentation. Place of Work The appointee’s normal place of work will be Mary Immaculate College, Limerick. The College reserves the right to require the appointee to work from any other location. It is a requirement of the College that the appointee must reside within a reasonable distance of the College. MIC operates a blended working policy, which offers scope for the post holder to combine office attendance with remote working, subject to the provisions of the policy. Exclusivity of Service and Outside Work The person appointed will be required to devote their full-time attention and abilities to their duties during their working hours in the College and to act in the best interest of the College at all times. Therefore, for as long as the successful applicant is working in the College, they may not, without the prior written consent of the Vice President Administration and Finance (VPAF), be actively engaged or concerned in any way, either directly or indirectly, in any other business or undertaking where this is or is likely to be in conflict with the College’s interests or the performance of the duties that the person has been employed for. The appointee will not, during their tenure of office, undertake paid outside work unless they have received the permission of the VPAF of Mary Immaculate College to undertake such work on the terms and conditions as agreed for the particular undertaking in question. In every case, it is the duty of the appointee to seek in writing the prior permission of the VPAF. It is also the duty, in every case, of the appointee to inform the person or body for whom the work is being undertaken, that the work is being conducted in a private capacity and that the College cannot in any circumstances be responsible for such work. Probationary Period The appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of the standard 6-month probationary period. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the College but will not in any case exceed 11 months. Absences during the period of probation will extend the probationary period. Performance and conduct during the probationary period will be reviewed through a process of assessment meetings. Termination of the appointment during the probationary period, for any reason or no reason, will be at the discretion of the College. The disciplinary procedure will not apply to a dismissal during probation where the probationary employee has been employed by MIC for less than 12 months. Hours of Attendance The full-time working hours are 35 hours per week. The normal hours of duty are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 05:00 pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break each day and Friday, 9.00 am to 4.45 pm with a 45-minute unpaid lunch break. However, the duties attaching to the position are such that the post holder may be required to work evenings/weekends on occasion to accommodate service needs. Subject to College policy, the post holder may avail of “Time-Off-In-Lieu (TOIL)” or overtime where working hours exceed the contract hours per week. The College reserves the right to adjust starting and finishing times or days of duty to meet service needs. Salary The Salary scale for this position has been approved by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and the Higher Education Authority in line with Government Policy on Public Sector remuneration. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The appointment will be made on the salary scale at a point in line with current Government Pay Policy. New entrants to the Civil or Public Sector, as defined in Circular 18/2010, will commence on the first point of the salary scale. The grade for this post is Executive Officer. With effect from 1st March 2025, the annual salary scale for Executive Officer (New Entrant - Grossed Up) grade is: €35,353; €37,544; €38,320; €40,550; €42,667; €44,566; €46,400; €48,229; €50,018; €51,847; €53,671; €55,604; €56,901; €58,749(LSI 1), and €60,608 (LSI 2) With effect from the 1st of March 2025, the annual salary scale for the grade of Executive Officer (Grossed up Non New Entrant) is: €38,320, €40,550, €42,667, €44,566, €46,400, €48,229, €50,018, €51,847, €53,671, €55,604 €56,901, €58,749(LSI 1), €60,608(LSI 2) Salary will be paid on a monthly basis on the 25th of each month, or the previous Friday if 25th falls on a weekend, using the Paypath facility. Payment of salaries and wages are subject to statutory deductions, i.e. Income Tax (PAYE), Superannuation Contributions, Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI) and Universal Social Charge (USC). Increments are awarded in line with national pay agreements. Superannuation New entrants to the public service will be required to participate in the Single Public Service Pension Scheme and pay Superannuation contributions at the appropriate rates in accordance with the provisions of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act, 2012. Details of this scheme can be obtained from the Staff Portal. . All other eligible appointees are automatically included in the Colleges’ of Education Pension Scheme on taking up appointment. In compliance with the Colleges of Education Pension Scheme, deductions amounting to 6.5% are made from salary. Details of the regulations concerning the Colleges’ of Education Pension Scheme may be obtained from the College’s Human Resources Office. The appointee will be required to pay Additional Superannuation Contribution (ASC) under the provisions of the Public Service and Pensions Act 2017. Appointees who commenced employment in the public service between 1st April 2004 and 31st December 2012 and have not had a break in employment of greater than 6 months will have no mandatory retirement age. All other appointees will have a mandatory retirement age of 70. Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, the applicant is acknowledging that they understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the College will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this grade is 25 working days per leave year. Annual leave should be taken when students are off campus and the taking of leave must have the prior approval of the relevant Line Manager. Public Holidays are granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997.
