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Locations: Unit 5, Calbro Court, Tuam Road, Galway, H91 YKH4 3rd Floor Crescent House, Hartstonge Street, Limerick, V94 K35Y Áras Reddan, Temple Street, Sligo, F91 RX45 Áras Fáilte, 88-95 Amiens Street, Dublin 1, D01 WR86 Salary €57,375 - €82,048 per annum* This role will be filled in line with Public Pay Policy at Point 1 of the relevant Salary Scale unless the successful candidate is appointed from an existing public sector role Vacancy Description Officer, Commercial Development Level 4 Temporary, Specified Purpose Contract (full-time) * the purpose of this specified purpose contract is to cover a maternity leave (approximate end date November 2026) Job Purpose Maximise the impact of strategic B2B platforms & travel trade by activating regional and seasonal sales opportunities, optimising distribution channels, and enabling industry partners to convert demand into growth across diverse markets. Job Description Primary Objectives/Key Responsibilities Strategic Selection Process Shortlisting will be based on applications and the selection process may involve two competency-based interviews. A panel of successful candidates may be formed following the selection process. Fáilte Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace which values and benefits from the diversity of the workforce. We encourage you to reach out to us directly at recruitment@failteireland.ie should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process.
Pensions Officer
Role: Pensions Officer Tullamore, Co.Offaly (Hybrid working may be requested) Permanent Full-time Contract (70 hours per fortnight) The Pensions Officer role is to ensure the accurate and compliant administration of the Single Publin Service Scheme (SPSPS) for all eligible employees, in line with statutory requirments, organisational policies, and Department of Public Expenditure and Reform guidelines. The successful candidates must be able to demonstrate the following: Informal Enquiries to the Director of Finance - Andrea O'Connor - 087-9499986, andrea.oconnor@muiriosa.ie Closing Date for receipt of completed applications : Monday, 12th Janaury 2026 at 6.00pm To apply and for further details please go to our web page at the link below? Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
Staff Officer
The Housing Agency is now seeking applications for a Staff Officer IT – Grade 5 vacancy on a permanent basis. This post is based in our offices in Dublin 2. The Housing Agency operates a Blended Working Policy. The role holder will provide frontline technical support and assist in the day-to-day management of ICT systems and services. They will ensure the smooth operation of IT infrastructure, coordinate the resolution of user issues, and contribute to projects that enhance the organisation’s digital capabilities. Main Duties • Provide first and second-level IT support to staff, resolving incidents and service requests promptly. • Train employees on software and hardware usage; explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. • Support end-users to maximise their use of organisational systems and tools. • Manage helpdesk tickets, ensuring timely resolution or escalation to minimise disruption. • Prepare management reports on helpdesk performance and recurring issues. • Administer and maintain Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure resources, Windows operating systems, Active Directory, and Microsoft Entra ID. • Support device management through Microsoft Intune and assist with configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting of hardware and software. • Monitor network infrastructure (switches, firewalls, VPNs) and assist with routine maintenance. • Ensure regular data backups and maintain IT asset inventory (including asset tagging). • Implement security best practices such as MFA, encryption, and mobile device management. • Assist in maintaining ICT security policies and procedures; support compliance with cybersecurity standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, NCSB, NIS2). • Participate in incident response activities and vulnerability remediation. • Contribute to IT projects such as system upgrades, migrations, and application deployments. • Test and evaluate new hardware and software for suitability. • Maintain accurate technical documentation, including SOPs and user guides. • Keep up to date with advancements in technology, recommend improvements, and maintain professional competency by successfully completing mutually agreed computer certifications on an ongoing basis. • Carry out other ICT-related tasks as assigned from time to time. Personal/Educational Requirements • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an IT or engineering-related field. • Minimum 18 months’ experience in IT support or systems administration. • Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft 365, virtual environments, and cybersecurity tools. • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Competencies • Communication and Interpersonal Skills – Tailors communications to effectively reach an audience. Is assertive and professional when dealing with challenging issues. • Teamwork – Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables. • Delivery of Results – Manages and progresses multiple projects and work activities successfully. • Decision Making – Exercises good judgment, makes well-informed decisions in a timely manner; consults with others as appropriate before implementing decisions. • Planning and Organising – Contributes to the development of operational plans, ensures plans are fully implemented, and monitors progress to operational objectives. • Specialist Knowledge – Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and related technologies, including software installation, configuration, support, and lifecycle management. Demonstrates proficiency in web technologies and applies best-practice IT policies and procedures to ensure secure, efficient, and compliant ICT operations. Salary Scale – Staff Officer – Grade 5 LA Scales €51,722 – €53,266 – €54,844 – €56,454 – €58,076 LSI 1 – €59,967 LSI 2 – €61,865 New entrants will be appointed on the first point of the scale in line with government policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if, immediately before appointment, you are a currently serving civil/public servant. Eligibility to Compete Candidates should note that eligibility to compete is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. To qualify, candidates must be citizens of the EEA by the date of any job offer. Eligible candidates must be: a) A citizen of the EEA (EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway); or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement on free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or a family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification with 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 Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. Closing Date for Receipt of Applications Thursday, 18th December 2025 at 12:00 noon. Application Procedure • All sections of the application form must be completed; incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting. • Applications should be typed and submitted in PDF format to recruitment@housingagency.ie . • Applications will not be accepted under any circumstances after the closing date and time. • Canvassing by or on behalf of the applicant will automatically disqualify. • All information must be provided on the formal application form. Additional information such as CVs, references, and certificates should not be attached. Should the person recommended for appointment decline or, having accepted the position, relinquish it, or if any additional vacancy arises, the Agency may, at its discretion, select and recommend another person for appointment on the results of the selection process.
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 co-ordinate 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 co-ordinate work programmes are implemented; • To co-ordinate 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 co-ordinate and manage the LAWPRO human resources functions with the two lead authorities and the DHLGH HR Section; • To implement the systems necessary and co-ordinate 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 co-ordination 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 co-ordinate 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 CHARACTER Candidates shall be of good character. HEALTH Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 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 LAWPROs 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; and • 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 by the Department of Housing, Local Government & 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 the minimum point (currently €80,967). Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. The normal working hours are 35 hours per week. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent officer of Tipperary County Council/Kilkenny County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply:- (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold office on probation; (b) the maximum period shall generally be one year for permanent contracts and such other period as may be required in relation to temporary or fixed term/purpose contracts as set out in the council’s probationary policy. No probationary period shall excess 12 months in duration. (c) such a person shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. Superannuation: The relevant Superannuation Scheme will apply. The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply. Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows: 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (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 officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s/Widows and Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply. New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy. The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness for carrying out the duties to which they have been assigned. 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 debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Hours of Work: The hours of work are 35 hours per week. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Flexible working arrangements apply. LAWPRO requires employees to record their hours using the Kelio clocking system. It is likely that parts of the work schedule will be outside normal office hours, so flexibility will be required. LAWPRO has adopted a Blended Working Policy that maximises the opportunities for a blended working approach to deliver our work programme. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement for the grade is 30 days per annum. The Chief Executives of Tipperary County Council/Kilkenny County Council retain autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure); any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Residence: The successful candidate shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof. Driver’s Licence: Tipperary County Council/Kilkenny County Council employees may on occasion be required to use their car on official business. In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance for business use and to indemnify Tipperary County Council/Kilkenny County Council with the indemnity specified on the insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis. Code of Conduct/Organisational Policies: Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Tipperary County Council/Kilkenny County Council codes of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. A full list of relevant policies is contained on the council intranet. Training: Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities. Location of assignment/appointment: The Senior Executive Officer (SEO) will lead and manage the Operations Support Team. The SEO will be based in the LAWPRO head office, in Ballingarrane, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. Commencement: Tipperary County Council/Kilkenny County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month (subject to notice requirements) and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Tipperary County Council shall not appoint them. Reporting Arrangements: The Senior Executive Officer will report directly to the LAWPRO Director of Services. A system of regular appraisal (PMDS) will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Health & Safety: Tipperary County Council/Kilkenny County Council as an employer is obliged to ensure, in so far as it is reasonably practicable the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health and Welfare of its employees. All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything, which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the place of work. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health Training. Tipperary County Council operates under the ISO45001 standard that provides a framework to manage occupational health and safety (OH&S).
NAAS-- - Health And Safety Officer
Grade VII - Health and Safety Officer Naas General Hospital A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Naas General Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full-time or part-time duration may be filled. Vacancies may include Staff nurses with experience in areas such as Medical Surgical, Emergency Department, Endoscopy & Critical Care units required also. ***Please note we do not accept CV's for this post- completed application forms only*** Informal Enquiries: Mr Richard Gleeson Operations Manager Naas General Hospital. HR Point of Contact: Olivia.Girvin HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: Olivia.Girvin@hse.ie Tel: 087 957 4869 Purpose of the Post · The purpose of the role is to facilitate compliance with the corporate Health & Safety Statement and associated processes, policies and legislation within the Health Service Executive. · To provide specialist advice, guidance and instruction regarding health and safety matters to the Naas General Hospital Management Team, Heads of Service, frontline managers and staff, to assist Naas General Hospital management and duty holders in ensuring that the high standards of health and safety as dictated by HSE Corporate and legislation are met and promote continuous improvement based on systematic organisational learning. · To advise and support management and duty holders in setting up, maintaining and improving systems that underpin an effective integrated health and safety governance system within the Naas General Hospital. · To liaise with internal stakeholders such as the National Health and Safety Function (NHSF) and Corporate Committees such as the Health & Safety Management Advisory Committee (HSMAC) and the Risk Committee and external stakeholders such as the State Claims Agency and the Health and Safety Authority. · The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that national policy issued by the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit is implemented locally. This will include statutory and regulatory requirements of the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit for the Health and Safety of healthcare workers. · The post holder will support the Quality & Patient Safety department in all communication processes and the collation, analysis and distribution (as applicable) of all Naas General Hospital policies. Based on this information the post holder will work in collaboration to produce regular reports t identifying areas for improvement: Eligibility Criteria Candidates must have at the latest date of application: • Hold a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 8 (or higher) major academic award (e.g. Honours Degree or Higher Diploma) in Health and Safety, or other relevant area (that is, a qualification or cognate degree accredited by Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) for membership at Graduate or higher level). http://www.iosh.co.uk/Membership/About-membership/Qualifications.aspx AND • Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety Officer / Advisor role, or AND o A minimum of 1.5 no. years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety Advisor/Officer (or equivalent) or Assistant role, and o Minimum of 1.5 no. years’ experience in healthcare in a clinical or support services role (i.e. a combined total of 3 no. years’ experience) AND • Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and management ability, for the proper discharge of the office. 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.
Clerical Officer
Sligo County Council is the Authority responsible for Local Government in County Sligo. The corporate headquarters are located at County Hall, Riverside, Sligo, and there are three Municipal Districts [Borough District of Sligo (Sligo/Strandhill), Municipal District of Sligo (Sligo/Drumcliffe) and Municipal District of Ballymote-Tubbercurry]. Sligo County Council has 18 elected members and approximately 480 staff. The Chief Executive of Sligo County Council is Mr. Martin Lydon and the Cathaoirleach is Cllr. Dónal Gilroy. Sligo County Council provides a diverse range of services across a large geographic area. Key services areas include Planning, Local Enterprise Office, Community and Economic Development, Transportation, Motor Taxation, Water, Environment, Emergency Services along with Housing, Libraries and the Arts. These operations are supported by internal services which include ICT, Corporate, Finance and Human Resource functions. THE COMPETITION Sligo County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Clerical Officer (Grade III). Sligo County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. This panel will exist for one year and may be extended for a further period of one year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Suitably qualified persons are invited to apply for inclusion on the panel. JOB DESCRIPTION The Clerical Officer is a key support position within the Council providing a comprehensive general administrative and clerical support to a section or department. The Clerical Officer works as part of a team to meet work goals and objectives and to deliver quality services to internal and external customers. The duties of a Clerical Officer are varied and can involve assignment to different parts of the organisation or different areas of work. The work of the Clerical Officer requires that employees in the role function in a flexible manner and work effectively together as a team to deliver required outcomes or outputs. The Clerical Officer is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST CHARACTER Candidates shall be of good character. HEALTH Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. EDUCATION On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, candidates shall: have obtained at least Grade D (or a 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 have passed an examination of at least equivalent standard or have had at least two year’s previous service in a post of Clerical Officer, Clerk/Typist (Clerical Duties), Clerk/Typist (Typing and Clerical Duties) or Clerk/Typist under a Local Authority or Health Board in the State or have satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills. DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE The ideal candidate will demonstrate: • Knowledge and understanding of the functions of a local authority. • Understanding of the role of a Clerical Officer. • Relevant administrative experience and clerical skills. • Strong customer service ethos. • Experience of working as part of a team. • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. Competencies for the Post The competencies listed below are the Local Authority competencies for this post. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these competencies when completing the application form as short-listing or interview processes may be based on the information provided by candidates in Section D of the application form: Customer Focus • Take pride in the quality of service delivered and seeks to improve it. • Relate well to others and maintains positive working relationships. • Represent the organisation positively and professionally when dealing with members of the public and other stakeholders. Planning and Organising Work • Deliver a high standard of service in line with work plans and schedules. • Manage time and workload effectively. • Take initiative when they see the opportunity to make a contribution. Teamwork • Work as part of a team to ensure delivery of plans and schedules. • Have a strong team ethic of co-operation and mutual support. Communicating Effectively • Have effective written and verbal skills. Personal Effectiveness • Be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Be positively motivated to deliver a quality service. • Adopt a positive and constructive approach to work. • Bring enthusiasm and commitment to their role. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE THE POST The post is Clerical Officer (Grade III) and is a pensionable whole-time position on the basis of a 35 hour 5 day week. Permanent and temporary vacancies arising at this grade will be filled from the panel formed from this competition. DUTIES The duties shall be such clerical/administrative as may be assigned to the employee from time to time by the Local Authority and shall include the duty of deputising for other employees of the Local Authority when required and such duties as may be assigned to them in relation to any other area of the Local Authority. Key Duties and Responsibilities of the post are: To participate in and support the work of the section or department to ensure that work programmes are delivered in accordance with the operational plans. To communicate and liaise with team members, supervisors, members of the public and others in relation to operational matters in their section or area of work. To prepare reports, correspondence and other documents as necessary. To provide a comprehensive administrative and clerical service as required. To ensure high levels of customer services, responding to queries and requests for information in a professional courteous and timely manner. To support and participate in all change management initiatives within their area of work or the wider organisation. To support and assist team members as required. To participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. To be in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and will 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. Current Salary Scale €31,119 - €32,868 - €33,302 - €34,174 - €35,452 - €36,731 - €38,010 - €38,939 - €39,992 - €41,211 - €42,078 - €43,289 - €44,506 - €46,797 - €48,424 (LSI1) Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the pay scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. New entrants to the Local Authority sector will be appointed at the minimum of the scale. SUPERANNUATION (a) 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 (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). (b) 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. (c) All persons under (a) and (b) above who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children's Contributory Pension) Scheme, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. (d) Persons who are pensionable under the Single Public Sector Pension Scheme, effective from 1 January 2013, contributions in respect of Superannuation shall be deducted at a rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3½% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e., pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). PROBATION There shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which the person appointed will hold the post on probation. Such period shall be six months commencing on the first day of service but the Chief Executive may, at their discretion, extend such period. Such person shall cease to hold the post at the end of the period of probation or extended period of probation, unless, during such period or extended period, the service of such person is certified as satisfactory. RETIREMENT AGE For appointees who are deemed to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, there is no compulsory retirement age. For appointees entering the Single Public Service Scheme, compulsory retirement age will be 70. For appointees covered under the provisions of the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Bill 2018, compulsory retirement age will be 70. RESIDENCE The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. METHOD OF SELECTION (a) Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by, or on behalf of, Sligo County Council. Interviews will be conducted in person. The Council will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview. A panel will be formed of those who are most successful in the competition. The top performing candidates at final selection interview, whose names are placed on the panel, and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the position and that they are otherwise suitable for employment, may within the life of the panel, be employed as appropriate vacancies arise. The life of the panel shall be one year from the date it is formed, unless extended by the Chief Executive. (b) Short-Listing: While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Sligo County Council may decide that a smaller number will be called to the next stage of the selection process. In this respect, the Council provides for the employment of a short-listing process to select a group who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates who, based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. The short-listing criteria may include both the essential and desirable criteria specified for the position. It is, therefore, in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. Candidates may be short-listed for final competitive interview on the basis of: (a) The information provided on the application form, including both the essential and desirable criteria, relevant experience and competency questions, or (b) A preliminary interview or (c) Appropriate test i.e. aptitude test, etc. or (d) Any mix of the above. One or more of the following criteria may apply when short-listing applications either through the application form or preliminary interview: Those deemed most suitable in relation to the relevant criteria will be called for a final competitive interview. GARDA VETTING & REFERENCES The successful candidate may be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau (Children & Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate in advance of appointment. The appointment of any successful candidate will be subject to receipt of references which are satisfactory to the employer. MEDICAL EXAMINATION For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for the successful candidate, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. PERIOD OF ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER The local authority shall require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and, if they fail to take up the appointments within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them. NORMAL WORKING HOURS Normal working hours are 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with a minimum of 30 minutes to be taken as lunch break. The successful candidate may, from time to time, be required to work outside normal office hours, including at weekends as necessary. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual Leave shall be 27 days per annum. Annual leave and public holidays shall be given in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. SICK LEAVE As per Sligo County Council’s current Sick Leave Scheme and Attendance Management Policy & Procedure, as amended by the Public Service Management (Sick Leave) Regulations, 2014, and any subsequent Regulations made from time to time. TRAVEL & SUBSISTENCE ARRANGEMENTS Travel and subsistence expenses at the approved rates shall be paid for authorised travel (if applicable). TRAINING Successful candidates will be required to undertake any course of training which is determined relevant by Sligo County Council.
Finance Officer
Duties and Responsibilities · Balance Sheet o Work with the Financial Accountant to prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations for the purposes of monthly management accounts · Banking & Cashflow o Maintain register of bank accounts in use o Manage administration connected to bank accounts, bank mandates, etc. o Prepare monthly bank reconciliations across all accounts o Monitor cashflow to ensure organisational requirements are met · Credit/Purchasing Cards o Maintain the register of VISA Purchasing Cards o Order/Cancel VISA Purchasing Cards as required by the Services o Downloading and circulate VISA Card statements o Review and input the VISA confirmations returned · Accounts Payable & Procurement o Manage administration connected to the implementation of National Procurement Contracts o Prepare procurement compliance monitoring reports and other statutory reports o Provide support to the Accounts Payable function as required · Finance Department Cover o Provide hands-on cover for the Accounts Officer during periods of planned leave and other absence o Provide hands-on cover for the Financial Accountant during periods of planned leave and other absence · Other o Participate in special projects as required o Provide guidance on finance issues to service area administrative staff o Represent the organisation on national working groups as required · Support Head of Finance, Finance Operations Manager and Financial Accountant with ad hoc project work and other finance tasks as required This is not an exhaustive list of duties and staff will be required to undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and in line with the requirement of this post. Confidential information may be accessed at times and all BOCSI staff must ensure that the highest level of confidentiality is maintained at all times. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications / experience Eligible candidates are those who on closing date for applications have: · Significant experience relevant to the Finance Officer role particularly in the areas of Bank Reconciliations, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Purchasing Cards and Monthly Reporting · Very good MS Office skills, particularly knowledge and experience in MS Excel · The requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, initiative and interpersonal skills) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 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. Other Requirements Essential: · Honest and trustworthy · Appreciation of the rights and needs of people with intellectual disabilities & their families · Willingness to assume significant responsibility, ownership and accountability · Flexibility and adaptability with a logical approach to problem solving and sound judgement · Ability to remain calm under pressure and when dealing with problems Desirable: · Level 6 qualification in Accounting or Business · Experience of working on statutory audits in an accounting practice · Knowledge of the services provided by the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Limerick Region Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge · Very good understanding of the purpose and principles of accounting and financial reporting · Very good understanding of the process and purpose in respect of Bank Reconciliations · Very good numeracy, analytical and report writing skills · Good knowledge and experience of financial audits, both internal and external, and a good understanding of the role of the Finance Team in respect of same · Very good MS Office skills Leadership & Direction · Demonstrate organisational skills to manage the monthly bank and purchasing cards processes ensuring accurate and timely reporting · Demonstrate analytical skills for interpreting financial information and data to spot inconsistencies and make informed decisions Critical Analysis and Decision Making · Demonstrate judgement and self-sufficiency in effective problem solving Operational Excellence – Managing and Delivering Results · Flexibility, adaptability and openness to working effectively in a changing environment · Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines · Ability to manage resources through excellent organisational skills · Excellent problem solving skills & ability to prioritise workload · Having the personal resilience to deal with challenging and emotive situations Communication and Interpersonal Skills · Excellent inter-personal skills, which enable you to engage with people throughout the organisation and externally · Written and spoken communication skills that allow you to inform and advise others clearly · A proven track record in respect of excellent attention to detail with an emphasis on quality, accurate output · A proven ability to work both on own initiative, and as part of a team, together with a ‘can-do’ approach, the ability to organise and prioritise workload and a distinct ability to time manage effectively in order to meet strict deadlines · Personal qualities that demonstrate confidence, sound judgment, enthusiasm, commitment and ethics. 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. Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent, pensionable and whole time. A panel may be created from which other permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. Remuneration The Salary scale for this Grade VI post is: €57,325, €58,691, €60,359,€63,491, €65,363, €67,695, €70,034 LSIs 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. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is 35 hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at job offer stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service, or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland shall be subject to a probationary period of 9 months. Health & Safety Have a working knowledge of 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 employer protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role.
Work Placement Officer
Role Description Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the whole-time position in the UCC Career Services and Cork University Business School. The post holder will be responsible for administering work placement programmes as delegated by the Head of Career Services and Cork University Business School. They will also support the other activities of Career Services. Main Responsibilities of the post will include: • Administer work placement programme(s) as delegated by the Head of Career Services and Cork University Business School. • Work with the other staff in the Careers Services to ensure that the university provides a professional and coordinated approach to work integrated learning and work placement and also graduate recruitment interaction with all participating Placement providers. • Co-teach and examine pre-placement and professional development modules on placement programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level with Cork University Business School academics. • Contribute to the development of new professional development and placement modules and their assessment. • Coordinate and deliver a suite of training workshops with academics, career services team and external speakers, to enhance student skills in preparation for their work placement and career choice on graduation. This includes CV preparation, interview techniques, LinkedIn & networking, creative job seeking etc. and workplace skills such as communication skills, teamwork skills, presentation skills etc. • Provide career advice and guidance to students of the business school and occasionally graduates and Alumni. This may include conducting one-to-one guidance and coaching interviews, supporting students to devise individual career action plans and delivering career related workshops and seminars to groups of students. • Ensure that comprehensive and up to date Placement provider and vacancy information is available to students. • Prepare careers information material and publications as allocated. Develop research and prepare reports and statistics for the use of students, the university and other interested parties as required. • Participation in recruitment fairs that take place on campus. This may involve working outside normal working hours and weekends. • Work with relevant Academic Departments/Disciplines and College/Faculty Committees to develop and enhance the work placement programme. • Market University College Cork and its graduates to potential employers in Ireland and abroad. • Support graduating students and recent graduates of the university in their search for full time employment. • Develop alumni links via LinkedIn and other means with the aim of capturing and coordinating contact points with graduates from relevant programmes serviced. • Meet Placement providers while they are on campus for Placement interviews and recruitment related activities. • Attend employer promotion and sponsorship events on and off campus, to network, build and maintain strong employer/University working relationships. • Administer annual student Work Placement Awards process with employers, students and academic staff and organise the annual Awards Ceremony event. • Work with other Placement staff in Career Services to review Placement policies and procedures and to implement changes towards best practice. • Work with other staff in Career Services to review and update digital systems used for management of Placement programmes. • Attend College/Faculty/Academic Department meetings as appropriate. • Attend meetings with other Department/Service providers across the University to build linkages in service provision. • Research and source new Placement providers in Ireland and overseas and maintain up to date knowledge of industry and economic developments which impact on Placement. • Any other duties as requested by Cork University Business School and Head of Career Services or nominee. Health & Safety: In addition to the statutory safety duties of all employees (as prescribed in safety legislation and the relevant local safety statement) each staff member is responsible for: • Discharging any safety functions delegated to them by their Head of College/School/Department/Centre/Unit, in relation to the areas/ activities under their control. • Co-operating and assisting the University and the Head of College/School/Department/Centre/Unit in the discharge of their statutory safety responsibilities. • Ensuring that all work under their control is undertaken safely and without risk to health and complies with the provision of all relevant statutory legislation. Note: As the university continues to expand and evolve, it is likely that flexibility in regard to the allocation of specific duties will be necessary. Accordingly, the list of duties specified above is not intended to be exclusive or restrictive; duties may be added or withdrawn but any such alteration will take place after consultation with the appointee. SELECTION CRITERIA The successful candidate will be expected to have: Essential Criteria Level 8 (Honours) degree qualification – or an equivalent professional qualification. Relevant management experience at an appropriate level or a minimum of three years’ work placement/recruitment experience. Strong organisational and administrative skills. Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills. Experience and knowledge of business sector and the commercial environment. Self-motivated. Networking and relationship management skills and experience. Proficiency in digital technologies and/or competence in relevant software applications. Excellent team working skills. Desirable Criteria Understanding of the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the business school. Experience of working with 3rd level students. Candidates are requested to make a personal assessment of these criteria against their own qualifications, skills and abilities to assess whether they should apply for the post. Please note: Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the criteria as detailed above will not be short listed. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Competencies relating to administrative grades in the University are available on the website. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary: Appointment may be made on the Admin II Salary Scale: €72,044 - €91,259 (Scale B) / €68,551 - €86,698 (Scale A). Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. As required by public pay policy for the higher education sector, new appointments to a direct entry recruitment grade will generally be at the minimum (1st point) of the relevant scale. For existing public servants, the restriction to the first point on scale may be varied where a person is appointed to the same or an analogous grade, role or position as their previous public service employment. The rate of remuneration for all appointments may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The working hours for administrative staff are 35 hours per week with normal hours of duty from 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, with 1 hour for lunch break. Due to the nature and seniority of the post, however, it may be necessary to extend and vary these hours from time to time in order to meet the exigencies of the post. Annual Leave: 30 days per annum. This leave is exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. The leave year commences on 1 July annually and four days annual leave must be held for the Christmas closure period. Sick Leave: Sick leave will be granted in line with University policy in this regard which may change from time to time. You should familiarise yourself with the University Sick Leave Policy and University Sick Leave Management Policy. The tenure of the post is permanent whole time post, based on the following provisions: a) A probationary period of twelve months shall apply from commencement of employment in the post during which the contract of employment may be terminated by either party in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. b) Except in circumstances of gross misconduct justifying immediate dismissal, the appointee will receive one month's notice of termination of employment, or, if greater, such notice as is provided for in a minimum notice in terms of Employment Act, 1973. c) The appointee is required to give one month's notice of termination of employment. Pension: The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 established the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. In general, anyone taking up pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 is a member of the Single Scheme. The Act provides that most members of the Single Scheme have a minimum pension age consistent with the age of eligibility for the State Pension (Contributory) and a compulsory retirement age of 70. A member of this group is generally referred to as a “Single Scheme member”. However, applicants who have previously worked in a pensionable post (non-Single Scheme terms) in the Irish Civil/Public service, may be offered membership of the UCC Pension scheme. The normal retirement date in this scheme is age 65. A compulsory retirement date of 70 may apply depending on date of first employment in the Irish Civil/Public service. The relevant pension scheme will be confirmed to the successful applicant on completion of the Pensions Declaration form prior to taking up employment. Applicants that have previously availed of an Irish Public Service Scheme of Incentivised early retirement or enhanced redundancy payment should ensure that they are not precluded from re-engagement in the Irish Public Service under the terms of such Schemes. Queries should be directed to an applicant’s former Civil/Public Service Employer in the first instance. Applicants who are in receipt of an ill-health pension from an Irish Civil/Public Service body are required to declare that they are in receipt of such a pension. 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, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application or an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. Additional dependants’ benefits can be provided by membership of the Supplementary Life Assurance Scheme. You will be automatically included as a member of the scheme on commencement of your employment but you may elect to opt out of the scheme at any stage. The current membership rate is 0.26% of your salary. Membership of the Group Personal Accident Scheme shall apply to all employees, subject to individual acceptance by the Insurance Company. The salary quoted is subject to a deduction from salary at the rate of .06%. The UCC Income Continuance Plan (ICP) provides a source of income in the event of long or short-term temporary disability. As part of your contract of employment you will be automatically included in the ICP with effect from the same date provided you have not previously opted out of the plan or you have been declined for cover under previous contracts of employment with UCC. An additional benefit is membership to Specified Illness Cover (SIC) which pays a once off lump sum benefit in the event of a member being diagnosed with a specified illness. The cost of membership of both plans will be deducted from your salary. The current combined membership rate is 1.05% of your salary. The Pay Related Social Insurance Class A1 rate of Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI) applies to the post. Voluntary Health Insurance: VHI /Laya Healthcare & Irish Life Healthcare offer group schemes. Premiums must be paid via the UCC payroll. The Laya Group No is 32805 and VHI Group No is 137. Additional benefits: We offer progressive employment and training policies including opportunities for further studies. Staff can avail of membership of a variety of clubs and societies and a wide range of facilities on campus, including a leisure centre. As an equal opportunities employer we offer a comprehensive suite of Work Life Balance Policies. A list of such initiatives is available on our webpage. UCC welcomes applications from non-EEA citizens. However, regulations regarding employment permits are set by the Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment and must be strictly adhered to. An offer of appointment to Non-EEA candidates is subject to the granting of a Work Permit by the Department of Enterprise Trade & Employment. Candidates are requested to make a personal assessment against their own eligibility as to whether they should apply for this post. Certificates and Testimonials: These documents should not be sent with the application. Candidates who are selected for interview will be requested to submit the necessary documentation. References: Following completion of the interview process and the identification of the preferred candidate, any offer of appointment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory references. For internal candidates, the People & Culture Department will seek a reference from a candidate’s line manager once the preferred candidate has accepted a conditional offer of employment. Additional references may be sought on the request of the hiring manager. Shortlisted candidates for posts shall be required to appear before a Board of Assessors. Interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend an interview in person if the interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. A successful candidate will be required to submit a birth certificate, documentary evidence confirming academic qualifications, and to undergo a medical examination. Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance may also be required. Candidates may be required to produce documentary evidence to support any statements made by them on their application form or any supporting documentation. Note: Candidates should note that any inaccurate information will invalidate their application. Restrictions that may apply in relation to the re-employment of former public service employees or pensioners Certain restrictions may apply in relation to the re-employment / appointment of: (a) former public service employees who have availed of certain collective agreements or arrangements OR (b) former public service employees who are in receipt of a public service pension or who have preserved benefits under a pre-existing public service pension scheme. The following outlines some of the main agreements and schemes that may restrict a candidate’s right to be re-employed in the public service or affect how they are re-employed. The list is not exhaustive, so prospective candidates should declare any other agreements or arrangements that they may have availed of that affects or restricts their re-employment in the Public Service. Employment Control Framework for the Higher Education Sector Under the Employment Control Framework for the Higher Education Sector, re-employment of retired staff may only occur in very limited exceptional circumstances and in these cases the salaries offered may not exceed 20% of the full-time salary an individual was in receipt of at the time of their retirement, adjusted to reflect the application of Government pay policy in the period since their date of retirement – including in particular the application of salary adjustments imposed under the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (No. 2) Act 2009. Any such proposed arrangements must be put in advance to the Higher Education Authority (HEA) and the person concerned will only be eligible for re-employment if approval is obtained for same from the HEA. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan 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, National Development Plan 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 may 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). Pension Abatement: The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 extended pension abatement so that a retiree’s public service pension is liable to abatement on re-entering public service employment, even where the new employment is in a different area of the public service. 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 Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment.
Community Sports Development Officer
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Community Sports Development Officer. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The aim of the Community Sports Development Officer funding by Sport Ireland is to strengthen and enhance the capacity of the Local Sports Partnerships to further develop locally led plans and more long term sustainable physical activity programmes under the National Physical Activity Plan (Action 46). Objectives: Support the development of exciting and dynamic opportunities to increase participation for people who are sedentary Capacity build smaller National Governing Bodies (NGBs) that do not currently have development officers and other stakeholders to deliver services to increase participation Develop sustainable local leadership for sport within communities. QUALIFICATIONS 1 Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2 Health Candidates shall 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 must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) (i) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, AND (ii) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) OR (iii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, OR (iv) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. (b) Have at least two years satisfactory relevant experience in a sports development environment (c) Have experience working with sports clubs, community groups, and young people in a community setting. (d) Have experience in planning, coordinating and delivering sustainable sporting and recreational programmes. DUTIES The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Community Sports Development Officer: The Community Sports Development Officer (CSDO) will foster and encourage a culture of Active Participation, supporting opportunities for and access to sport and physical activity in local communities. The CSDO will address barriers to participation and encourage access and increase opportunities for participation by those who experience disadvantage for any reason. The CSDO will cover work in the below areas: Research • Establish a baseline in the communities chosen for interventions and conduct an audit of local clubs and update where this has already been completed Community Activation • Consult and work with local communities to identify the need and demand for new activities • Provide guidance and support to develop sustainable community sports clubs • Establish a sports forum that will enable clubs to work together • Tackle local barriers to participation through targeted programmes and initiatives • Support and maintain strong links between schools and community sports clubs Planning • Develop action plans in line with the needs of the community Relationship Building • Work with smaller national governing bodies that do not currently have development officers to increase opportunities for participation Facilitation • Support the continued roll out of Sport Ireland’s investment including Dormant Accounts Funded projects • Coordinate and facilitate training and development opportunities Evaluation • Implement Wicklow Sports Partnerships monitoring and evaluation framework for all projects Financial Management • Implement Wicklow Sports Partnerships financial monitoring template for the operational budget IT IS A REQUIREMENT FOR CANDIDATES TO POSSESS THE FOLLOWING: • Experience of working in a sports development environment is essential (2 years or more) • Experience of working with sports clubs, community groups, and young people in a community setting • Experience in planning, co-ordinating and delivering sustainable sporting & recreational programmes DESIRABLE FOR CANDIDATES TO POSSESS THE FOLLOWING: • A recognised qualification at a minimum of certificate level or equivalent in sports development, leisure management or similar • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in sports development or physical activity provision. • Excellent communication skills • Excellent organisational skills • A good understanding of project-based programme delivery with measurable outcomes • A good understanding of project evaluation • Be motivated by and committed to sports development and increasing opportunities for participation, in particular among hard to reach groups in local communities • Be self-motivated and able to work independently to meet or exceed goals PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel may be formed from which future Assistant Planner positions may be filled. The position will be fulltime and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 – 2014, 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 officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional/technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply; (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be three months (temporary contract) and six months (permanent contract) this period may be extended at the Chief Executive discretion; (c) such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons in satisfactory. Salary: €35,613.00 - €54,911.00 per annum includes 2nd LSI EL 07/2025 The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New Entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Hours of Work The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week Monday to Friday, which equates to a 7 hour day to be accounted for within attendance hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with one hour lunch between 1.00pm and 2.00pm. There may be a requirement to work additional hours from time to time for which Time in Lieu will apply. No overtime applies to this post. A flexi system is also in operation. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa: or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa, or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Work Permit All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Wicklow County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Wicklow County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Persons who are NOT new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004 and the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018, are subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. With effect from 1st January 2013, persons who are pensionable under the terms of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will have a minimum retirement age of 66 years initially rising in line with the State Pension age changes. Members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme have a compulsory retirement age of 70 years.
Clerical Officer
Applications are invited from hardworking, flexible, team players for the position of: CLERICAL OFFICER GRADE III -RECEPTION (Relief Contract) Applicants should: · Have flexibility to work ad-hoc shifts as per the service requirements to include Evenings, Nights and Weekends. · Be educated to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent. · Have computer and keyboard skills. · Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. · Be punctual, flexible and capable of working well under pressure and in a busy environment. · Experience of working on a Meridian switchboard would be an advantage. · Have the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise and manage a number of issues simultaneously and demonstrate attention to detail. · Be able to identify potential difficulties and formulate solutions.
