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There is currently one permanent, full-time post. To register and apply for this job, go to Systems Support Assistant (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Safer City Project Officer
There is currently one permanent, full-time post. To register and apply for this job, go to Safer City Project Officer (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As Protestants are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Further information can be found in the application pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Management Support Assistant
Main purpose of job To be responsible to the appropriate senior officer for the provision of business and administrative support including word processing, typing, filing and arranging appointments within the unit. The postholder will also assist in providing support and operational cover for other functions. To carry out all tasks within agreed time and quality targets. Summary of responsibilities and personal duties 1 To provide administrative and secretarial support for the Chief Executive and Office of the Chief Executive as required.2 To supervise the performance of any assigned staff to actively ensure their development in line with corporate procedures.3 To deal with incoming and outgoing calls for the Chief Executive and the Office of the Chief Executive. 4 To process confidential incoming mail, internal and external, and distribute and copy on a daily basis. 5 To prepare minutes and agendas for meetings and service them as required.6 To type confidential letters and reports (including committee reports) as directed from handwritten notes.7 To organise meetings as required including hospitality for meetings, room bookings, lunches and refreshments as required. 8 To maintain and develop any filing systems in operation as directed. 9 To requisition and receive goods, supplies and equipment as directed in line with council procedures. 10 To assist the senior officers with the production of budgetary information including maintenance of petty cash float. 11 To arrange the booking of conference, travel and accommodation requirements for the Chief Executive as directed. 12 To participate in the review and development of unit procedures as required. 13 To act in accordance with the council and departmental policies and procedures including customer care, equal opportunities, safeguarding, health and safety and any pertinent legislation. 14 To participate in all induction and in-service training provided by Belfast City Council. 15 To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the council. 16 To undertake such other relevant duties as may, from time to time, be required. This job description has been written at a time of significant organisational change and it will be subject to review and amendment as the demands of the role and the organisation evolve. Therefore, the post-holder will be required to be flexible, adaptable and aware that they may be asked to perform tasks, duties and responsibilities which are not specifically detailed in the job description, but which are commensurate with the role. Essential criteria Applicants must , as at the closing date for receipt of application forms, be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least one year’s relevant experience in each of the following three areas: (a) carrying out administrative duties, including supporting a team with diary management and organising appointments and meetings; (b) liaising with senior management and professional officers; and (c) servicing meetings including taking minutes and organising agendas. Desirable criteria In addition to the above experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to short-list only those applicants who, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms: · in the first instance, can demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples on the application form, at least two years’ relevant experience in each of the three areas outlined above (a) – (c); and · in the second instance, have a minimum of five GCSEs (grades A-C) including English or [1] equivalent qualifications. Special skills and attributes Applicants should be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, that they possess the following special skills and attributes, which may be tested at interview: Communication skills: the ability to compose and type confidential letters and memos, to prepare minutes and to draft reports for senior management and the ability to give clear instructions to staff and to provide operational information to managers. Information technology skills: the ability to use standard office programmes including word processing, spreadsheets and database packages. Work planning and decision-making skills: the ability to prioritise work and make effective decisions to achieve objectives. Team working and leadership skills: the ability to lead a team of staff and to contribute to the success of the team and the achievement of objectives. Customer care skills: an awareness of the importance of responding to the needs of internal and external customers and the ability to be discreet, sensitive and maintain confidentiality. Political sensitivity skills: the ability to establish good working relationships with elected members and senior staff and an awareness of the importance of day-to-day public relations. · [1] Equivalent qualifications may include candidates who have passed the council’s online computer-based assessment tests and been appointed to an administrative and/or clerical role within the council.
Staff Officer
The Staff Officer is the first level of line management within the local authority administrative grades. A Staff Officer has a supervisory role in the day to day operations and management of a work area, section or team. The Staff Officer also works as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team within one of the local authority Directorates, to provide administrative support and quality customer service across the broad range of local authority front line and internal services. Front line services include social housing; transportation infrastructure; environmental protection; water, wastewater, recreation, amenity and cultural services such as the arts and public library service. Internal services include corporate, finance, IT and human resource functions. Local Authorities also play a key role in supporting economic development and enterprise promotion at local level. The Staff Officer is also charged with implementing work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards as set out in the Departmental and Team Development Plans, Corporate Plan and Annual Service Delivery Plan. The Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of an Administrative Officer or Senior Executive Officer and may from time to time, be required to deputise for a more senior grade. The successful candidate will therefore require excellent administrative, communications and people management skills as the role entails assuming supervisory and budgetary responsibility for a particular division or function of the local authority. The ideal candidate will therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services 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 and ensures impartial decision making at all time. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST Candidates are required to demonstrate the following knowledge, understanding & experience relevant to the post: 4. Work Base: Offaly County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. 5. Working Hours: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remunertation will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. A flexible working hours system is in operation subject to the terms and conditions of the Time and Attendance Policy. 6. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended) 7. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 8. Probation: Appointees will be on probation for the first year of employment. The terms of the Offaly County Council Probation Policy will apply. 9. Superannuation: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 : New members joining the Public Sector on or after 1st January, 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The Single Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 3% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5%, of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. Pension and retirement lump sum based on career-average pay, pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory (SPC). For persons who commenced public sector employment prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (ie. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. 10. Retirement: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: The compulsory retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. Minimum pension age of 66 years, rising to 67 years and 68 years in line with State Pension age changes, is applicable. Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004: There is no mandatory retirement age for ‘New Entrants’ from 1st April, 2004 to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 65 years is the minimum age at which a person may be paid. As a new entrant to the public service, under the terms of this legislation, new entrants will not be required to retire on grounds of age. Anyone who is not a ‘New Entrant’ to the public service, defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is subject to compulsory retirement age of 65 years. 11. Travel: Holders of the post shall hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall 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. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Offaly County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately.
Digital Innovation And Regeneration Officer
** Please read the Digital Innovation and Regeneration Officer Candidate Information before completing your application ** Job Summary The Digital Innovation and Regeneration Officer will support the development, implementation and delivery of a range of strategic digital innovation projects such the Digital Transformation Flexible Fund (DTFF), digital initiatives taken forward through City and Growth Deals, and other relevant digital regeneration projects with Council (externally focused). Duration of Appointment Post 1: Permanent. Post 2: Temporary funded post until 31.12.2026 (which may be extended). Reserve List Whilst the Council are recruiting for two Digital Innovation and Regeneration Officers as outlined above, please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Digital Innovation and Regeneration Officer positions at Council Offices in both Downpatrick and Warrenpoint Town Hall for a period of 12 months. Work Pattern 36hrs Monday – Friday. All posts are eligible to participate in the Flexi Scheme. Post holders must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Location Downpatrick or Warrenpoint Town Hall. Salary PO2, spinal point 31-34, £41,771- £45,091 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked). Plus 19% employer pension contribution. It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.
Senior Planning Officer
Planning plays a vital role in delivering sustainable development that is responsive to the priorities and needs of local people. The post holder will be required to contribute to the effective service delivery of the Planning Service in furthering sustainable development through balancing of complex social, economic, and environmental factors in the formulation of policies and local development plans, in determining planning applications and investigating and carrying out appropriate enforcement of planning breaches. The post holder will be required to work in any of the three sections of Development Management, Development Plan or Planning Enforcement and Trees, dependent on management needs. Please note: Benefits Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include: • 35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service. • Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 19% of salary). • Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme. • Flexi time / Time Off in Lieu (TOIL). • Education / qualifications support after qualifying period. • Plus much more …
Archivist
General Information: County Leitrim, located in the North-West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer benefits across family friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. The Role: Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel for the position of Archivist. The position is full-time and temporary and will be on the basis of a 3 Year Fixed Term Contract. The Archivist appointed to Leitrim County Council will be responsible for the proper management, custody, care and conservation of local records and local archives and will put in place structures which will provide for the proper management of Leitrim County Council’s archives as per the Local Government Acts of 1994, 2001 and 2011. The Archivist will oversee the drafting of and implementation of an Archives Plan for the Council. The Archivist will ensure that invaluable resources of archival materials of historical significance are preserved for public access and future generations. In addition, the successful candidate will actively promote best practice in terms of the storage of physical archives and by default, streamline storage requirements through a programme of digitisation. The Archivist will play a cross-departmental role, offering advice and information on archives and documentary heritage to staff across the local authority. They will work closely with the Heritage Officer, County Librarian and all departments to meet the wide-ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Leitrim. They will provide expert advice to Leitrim County Council on archive-related matters, including the Authority’s legal obligations concerning archives. The Archivist will be an active member of the County Heritage Forum. The Archivist has responsibility for managing resources, staff and services to the public and will work under the direction and management of the Director of Services, Housing, Planning, Corporate Services and Transformation or any other officer designated by the Chief Executive. The Qualifications: Character Each candidate shall be of good character. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) hold a recognised qualification in Archival Studies* b) have relevant satisfactory experience in archival work *Please ensure that relevant Qualification is submitted to the HR Department with your application. Foreign language qualification certificates must also be accompanied by a translation document. Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of Licence must be submitted with your application. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have: • A Masters in Archival Studies and Records Management or Higher Diploma in Archival Studies. • Experience using archival software e.g. Atom, Axiell etc. • Experience creating and implementing a digital preservation strategy. • Excellent relevant ICT experience, including experience in digitisation of records and working on digital projects. • A knowledge of the legal and ethical context to work with records and modern archives, including high levels of discretion when dealing with sensitive material and knowledge of the Birth Information and Tracing Act (2022). • An understanding of archival standards and building standards for archival repositories. • The ability to demonstrate strong all-round archives management skills with experience in assessing, arranging, describing and administering large and complex archival collections including work with donors and depositors. • Demonstrable knowledge of best professional practice and appropriate standards with regard to the management of records and archives. • Demonstrable knowledge of current information governance requirements and legislation, e.g. Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2014, Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000 etc. • An understanding of the professional and administrative roles of the position and a commitment to continuous professional development. • Self-motivation with the ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team and with colleagues including Leitrim County Library, other Leitrim County Council departments and outside organisations. • Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills and the ability to prepare and present reports and to represent the Council in a professional and credible manner. • The ability to plan and prioritise work effectively, to work under pressure to tight deadlines and to take a strategic approach in the formulation and delivery of key policy objectives. • Strong organisational skills, including meeting facilitation and administration. • Strong analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills. • The ability to manage financial resources within a budgetary control framework. • The ability to build, manage and nurture partnerships and relationships across a range of stakeholders. • Flexibility and availability to work outside normal office hours as required. • A good understanding of the structures and functions of local government and a commitment to public service. • Relevant management and administrative experience at a sufficiently high level. • A good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety legislation and regulations, their implications for the organisation and the employee and their application in the workplace. Competencies for the Post: Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these: Management and Change • Is effective in translating corporate mission and objectives into operational plans and outputs. • Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Effectively manages the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change. Delivering Results • Contributes to the development of operational plans and leads the development of team plans. • Plans and prioritises work and resources effectively. • Establishes high quality services and customer care standards. • Makes timely, informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations. Leading, Motivating, Managing Performance & Communicating Effectively • Ability to lead, motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans. • Ensures compliance with Health & Safety Legislation. • Effectively manages team and individual performance. • Has good and effective written and verbal skills. • Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders. Personal Effectiveness: • Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Takes initiative and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality outcomes. • Behaves in an honest, trustworthy and respectful manner and is transparent, fair and consistent in dealing with others. • Manages time and workload effectively. • Remains calm under pressure and has the ability to manage the delivery of several tasks/projects concurrently. Knowledge, Experience and Skills • Demonstrates an understanding of the role of Archivist. • Demonstrates an understanding of relevant ICT and digitisation technologies. • Has knowledge and understanding of Local Authority functions and structures. • Understanding of the Role of the Elected Members. • Possess a thorough knowledge of health and safety legislation and its implications for the workplace. The Principal Terms and Conditions: The Office is wholetime, temporary and pensionable. The appointment will be on the basis of a 3 Year Fixed Term Contract, subject to a probationary period of 6 months. A panel will be formed from which temporary Archivist vacancies arising during the lifetime of the panel (12 months) may be filled. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of a technical, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority. The Archivist will report to the Director of Services, Housing, Planning, Corporate Services and Transformation and Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District, or such other officer designated by Chief Executive. The key duties and responsibilities of the post of Archivist may include but are not limited to the following: County Archives Development Plan • To prepare, manage and implement a County Archives Development Plan which includes: • an audit of current Local Authority archival material • Identification of other relevant collections • Assessment of existing archival service provision Collaboration and Partnership Building • To work with relevant Local Authority departments and advisory teams to develop and deliver the archives service. • To be an active member of the Local Authority Heritage Team working to enhance the management, conservation and promotion of built, natural and cultural heritage and integration of heritage functions across the County. • To establish and maintain partnerships and professional networks. Standards and Compliance • To ensure that archive services adhere to professional standards for curation, security and data protection • To develop and maintain relevant policies and documentation to meet these standards. Metrics and Legal Compliance • To maintain accurate service metrics and ensure compliance with all relevant legal requirements. • To provide service analysis and compile reports as required. Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement • To submit quarterly reports to the Local Authority and the Heritage Council. • To produce an annual report for publication. • To liaise regularly with foundational stakeholders to ensure alignment and progress. Advisory Role • To provide expert advice to the Local Authority on archive-related matters, including the Authority’s legal obligations concerning archives. Project Funding • To apply for and deliver projects funded by the Heritage Council and other available sources. Performance and Service Management • To manage performance and service delivery to meet established targets, plans and policies. Heritage Forum Participation • To actively participate as a member of the County Heritage Forum. Frontline Archive Services • To oversee the day-to-day operations of public-facing archive services including: • Professional archivist duties such as surveying, processing and listing official and private collections • Premises maintenance and storage environment management • Disaster preparedness planning for all stakeholders • Co-ordination of collection transfers with Local Authority colleagues Conservation and Digitisation • To assess and select archives for priority conservation and digitisation. Community Engagement and Promotion • To plan, organise and participate in programmes, exhibitions, events and activities. • To promote public engagement with archival holdings, local history and heritage. • To co-ordinate with communities to curate events as part of the annual National Heritage Week. Other Duties • To undertake additional duties of a similar nature and responsibility as required or assigned. Salary The salary scale for the post of Archivist (Analogous to Executive Librarian Grade VI), applicable from 1st August 2025, is within the range: €57,322, €58,689, €60,356, €63,491, €65,363, €67,690 (LSI1), €70,030 (LSI2) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s Offices or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. Probation All contracts will be subject to a probationary period of 6 months, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. If during that period, the Local Authority is satisfied that the appointee is unlikely to prove suitable for final appointment, the appointment may be terminated by the giving of one month’s notice on either side, or, in the event of misconduct or negligence, without notice. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive of Leitrim County Council. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. Annual leave year is aligned to the calendar year. Working Hours The standard working week will be 35 hours, Monday to Friday. The role may require flexibility around working hours and evening and weekend work may arise. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours worked will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. Leitrim County Council requires employees to record their hours worked using a clocking system. Superannuation All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens’ Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration.
Lands Manager
This post is responsible for the management of Lands team and transactions on behalf of the Council. To be responsible to the Head of Corporate Governance for the overall management and professional oversight of the Council’s Land and Public Right of Way portfolio and to provide effective leadership to the Compliance (lands) and Public Rights of Way Team. Please note:
Senior Executive Officer
THE ROLE / DUTIES Senior Executive Officer (Operations Support Team Manager – LAWPRO) Reporting to the Director of Services, the Operations Support Team Manager (Senior Executive Officer) will be responsible for managing the corporate services necessary for the Programme, to enable efficient and effective support to the wider Programme so that the strategic objectives and annual work programme can be achieved. She/he will also coordinate the supporting functions of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and be an active member of the Senior Management Team. The SEO will also provide support to the Farming for Water EIP Administration Team. The role will include: • To determine the nature, level and pattern of demand for the services in the Programme and to recommend both service level and strategic policy priorities to the Director of Service (DoS). • To implement the agreed strategies to meet and to expand or improve the range, quantity or quality of existing services and to recommend changes in the strategies as required. • To manage and supervise staff up to the position/grade of Administrative Officer or analogous grades and to ensure the training and development of LAWPRO staff. • Supervise and participate in the Performance Management Development System (PMDS). • To identify and agree work programmes, targets and deadlines and ensure their subsequent implementation. • To build effective teams, develop motivation and commitment and maintain sound employee relations and morale as relevant, in accordance with good employment practice and relevant legislation. • To develop and maintain relationships with DHLGH and other departments and external agencies, e.g. CCMA, LGMA, and to ensure the agreements to coordinate work programmes are implemented. • To coordinate national reporting on the service deliverables of LAWPRO. • To prepare a draft Service Level Agreement in conjunction with the SMT for signoff by Tipperary and Kilkenny County Councils and the DHLGH. • To coordinate and manage the LAWPRO human resources functions with the two lead authorities and the DHLGH HR Section. • To implement the systems necessary and coordinate the resources to support the service. This includes systems to manage finance and budgets and ensure value for money; to oversee LAWPRO’s financial reporting to the DHLGH, Councils, and the LAWPRO Oversight Committee. • To oversee the coordination of the Environmental Health and Safety Management System (EHS), which covers staff from LAWPRO, including the FFWEIP, An Forám Uisce, and Waters of LIFE Integrated Project. • To manage the Communications Team and work with the Communications Lead and Management Team in the preparation and implementation of a Communications Strategy, annual and quarterly progress reports, as required. • To coordinate and manage the LAWPRO’s information system and data and GIS functions and develop linkages, as required. The ideal candidate will: • Understand the workings of local government and its role as the second tier of government within the county and within tier 3 of the Water Framework Directive Governance structure. • Lead, manage and motivate a team to deliver on the particular functional areas and programmes within their remit, ensuring a strong focus on delivery of results. • Initiate, develop and drive appropriate change programmes that can enhance the range and quality of services. • Work with Elected Councils, Strategic Policy Committees, the Local Community Development Committees, in developing policy and strategic plans for their areas of responsibility that are in line with overall national priorities and aim to deliver services in the most efficient manner possible, to meet the specific needs of the local community. • Contribute to and implement the Council’s corporate plan, and deliver national and local programmes in a resource-efficient manner. • Develop and support their staff to ensure optimum service delivery including full utilisation of the PMDS system. • Network effectively with internal and external stakeholders including representatives of Government departments, state agencies, business and community representatives and other bodies to deliver priority programmes and projects. • Critically analyse and manage the deployment of resources (including human and financial resources), within their areas of responsibility to ensure the delivery of optimal results with the available resources. • Promote the role of LAWPRO and the Council and ensure a strong customer focus amongst their teams, reflecting the requirements for balanced and fair decision making and equity of treatment. • Operate and continually review effective risk management systems for their area of responsibility. • Keep abreast of relevant external developments, trends and opportunities which may be beneficial to their functional area, including external funding opportunities. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. CHARACTER Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE ETC. Candidates shall: (a) be well educated. (b) have satisfactory experience in any discipline and satisfactory experience in the organisation and control of staff. The candidate should ideally have: • the ability to lead, foster and effectively implement appropriate change. • an understanding of procurement, risk, information technology, financial management, governance and accountability. • the capacity to work in a complex and dynamic political environment. • high levels of honesty and integrity and a focus on operating in an impartial and transparent manner to deliver the best possible services to the citizen/customer. • Understand the workings of local government and its role as the second tier of government within the county and LAWPRO’s role within Tier 3 of the Water Framework Directive Governance structure. • Lead, manage and motivate a team to deliver on the particular functional areas and programmes within their remit, ensuring a strong focus on delivery of results including full utilisation of the PMDS system. • Initiate, develop and drive appropriate change programmes that can enhance the range and quality of services. • Contribute to and implement the LAWPRO Strategy and Work Plans, and deliver national and local programmes in a resource-efficient manner. • Network effectively with internal and external stakeholders including representatives of Government departments, state agencies, business and community representatives and other bodies to deliver priority programmes and projects. • Critically analyse and manage the deployment of resources (including human and financial resources), within their areas of responsibility to ensure the delivery of optimal results with the available resources. • Operate and continually review effective risk management systems for their area of responsibility. Salary Current Salary Scale: €80,967 – €107,004 (2nd LSI) The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The employee shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to or received by him/her by virtue of his/her employment or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale at the minimum point (€80,967). Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The wage cycle may be revised during employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance. Normal working hours: 35 hours per week. Probation The standard provisions apply: • A probationary period applies (typically one year). • The employee must be certified as satisfactory to complete probation. Superannuation The relevant Superannuation Scheme applies. Contributions vary depending on PRSI class. New entrants join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Minimum service for pension: 2 years. Retirement Age • No mandatory retirement age for new entrants (max age 70). • Non-new entrants are subject to compulsory retirement at 70. • Staff may be referred to medical advisors to assess fitness. ISER Retirees under the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement may not apply. Hours of Work • 35 hours per week. • Flexible working arrangements apply. • Employees must record hours via Kelio. • Work outside normal office hours may be required. • Blended working policy in place. Annual Leave 30 days per annum. Office closure days (e.g., Christmas) are deducted from annual leave. Residence The successful candidate must reside within the district or reasonable distance. Driver’s Licence Employees may need to use a personal car for official business and must hold a clean licence and appropriate insurance. Code of Conduct / Policies Employees must adhere to all Council codes and policies including Health & Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management, and Use of Electronic Equipment. Training Employees must attend and participate fully in training programmes and apply learning to their duties.
Environmental Technician Grade 2 (Agriculture)
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Cork County Council has a long established and experienced Agriculture Section most of which is located on Cork County Council’s Planning & Environment Directorate’s campus at Inniscarra, Co Cork. An ideal candidate will have experience of agriculture and/or come from a farming background & will have experience/knowledge of septic tank systems. The successful candidate will report to the Executive Engineer/Scientist. SECTION 2: DUTIES The candidate will work in the Agriculture Section of the Planning & Environment Directorate, Cork County Council. The candidate will be based at the Environment Offices, Cork County Council, Inniscarra, Co. Cork. The role of the agriculture team within the Council is to implement the relevant measures outlined in the River Basin Management Plan to protect/improve water quality. This includes carrying out local catchment assessments, inspections of farms & domestic wastewater treatment systems, dealing with complaints regarding water pollution, assessment of agricultural planning applications. Agricultural staff are also involved in the assessment of Nutrient Management Plans, and enforcement of relevant National & European Communities legislation, with particular emphasis on water quality & agricultural practice. Role Description and Responsibilities: This is a technical position within the agriculture/septic tanks team in Cork County Council’s Environment Directorate. It represents a great opportunity to take on a demanding role in one of the largest local authorities in the country at a time when maintaining & improving water quality was never so important. Specific duties will be as assigned by relevant line manager and will typically include (but not be limited to): • Local catchment assessment in identified waterbodies in line with EPA guidance; • Farm inspections under the proposed National Agricultural Inspection Programme; • Septic tank inspections under the Domestic Wastewater Treatment Systems National Inspection Programme; • Investigation & resolution of complaints from the public regarding agriculture & water quality issues; • Taking any necessary enforcement actions, including prosecution, to resolve issues identified during inspections/complaint investigations; • Assessment of planning applications for agricultural developments; • Assessment of nutrient management plans; • Co-operation with colleagues in LAWPro & ASSAP to achieve water quality objectives in Priority Areas for Action; • Promoting public awareness & education regarding good agricultural practices & good management of septic tanks. The role will include carrying out inspection throughout the county in accordance with inspection procedures and scheduled programmes. Cork County Council operates a safety management system that has been accredited to OHSAS 18001 standard. Full compliance with this safety management system is an absolute requirement for all Council staff. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each Candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms - (a) (i) have passed the N.C.E.A. / H.E.T.A.C. National Certificate Final Examination in Science in Applied Biology, or in Science in Applied Chemistry or in Environmental Science or Agricultural Science. OR hold an equivalent qualification AND (ii) have at least three years satisfactory experience after attaining the qualification concerned OR (iii) fulfil the requirements of paragraph a. – b. below: a. have, satisfactory relevant experience, in a technician post at Grade II level, or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State, and have at least three years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II level or in an analogous post, OR b. have satisfactory service, in a technician post at Grade I or higher level in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State, (b) possess adequate training or experience relating to the control and supervision of staff. Required Skillset In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Environmental Technician Grade listed above, the ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have the following knowledge, experience, skills and competencies: • Experience of agriculture and/or come from a farming background. • Satisfactory knowledge of relevant National and European Communities legislation, particularly in respect of agriculture & water quality. • Have a general understanding of Local Authority services and structures in Ireland, particularly as they relate to environmental functions. • Knowledge and awareness of statutory Health and Safety obligations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • Good interpersonal and communication skills. • Have an ability to work well in a dynamic customer focused team environment. • A commitment to service improvement including taking ownership of tasks and issues as they arise. • A capacity to show initiative- to be a “self starter” who takes responsibility. • Good general ICT skills. • A full clean driving license. 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. Transport Holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and when required to do so, shall 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. 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. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is wholetime. The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill vacancies for Environmental Technician Grade 2 which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. SECTION 6: SALARY The salary scale for the post is: €48,760 - €57,790 per year. €48,760 – €49,498 – €50,463 – €51,430 – €52,399 – €53,391 – €54,307 (Maximum); €56,037 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum), €57,790 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Applicants should note that entry point to the salary scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government, & Heritage. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale at the minimum point. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The awarding of increments is subject to satisfactory service. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. SECTION 7: LOCATION OF POST The position will be based on the Environment Directorate Campus at Inniscarra, Co. Cork. However, 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. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. 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).
