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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal Candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: • Have knowledge of the structure and functions of the local government library service, of current issues, future trends and strategic direction of library services and an understanding of the role of the Senior Library Assistant in this context • Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge • Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills • Demonstrate the ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with customers • Have effective budget management skills • Have experience of planning/prioritising to meet targets and delegating work appropriately • Have experience of problem solving/decision making • Demonstrate openness and a willingness to adopt new ways of working and involve others in change Desirable Requirements Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall: • Possess a high level of ICT proficiency, digital and social media • Have an ability to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance, ethics and standards are adhered to and maintained Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. JOB DESCRIPTION Kilkenny County Council Library Service operates in a dynamic and changing environment across its network of 8 branch libraries, one mobile library service, Library Administrative Headquarters including Local Studies. The library service is charged with delivering on the aims and objectives of the sector’s 5-year strategy, "The Library is the Place" (2023–2027) and the local library development plan The Kilkenny Library Development Plan 2025–2029 "Creating Vibrant and Sustainable Communities”. The Senior Library Assistant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the wide-ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Kilkenny. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The role requires that employees function in a flexible manner and work effectively together as a team to deliver required outcomes or outputs. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. The duties will include but are not limited to: • Dealing proactively and professionally with customers across a range of platforms – electronic, phone and in person • Management of information systems and ICT systems • Supervision of staff attendance and performance management • Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues, managers and customers in relation to operational matters for their work area • Networking and community engagement • Contributing to publicity and promotional activities • General branch management and development • Contributing to events programming – workshops/story times/lectures • Cash and budget management • Ensuring good governance in his/her area of responsibility in respect of health and safety, child protection, data protection, business continuity and other relevant matters, in accordance with Council policies • Maintenance and review of statistical and financial records • Support the library management team/line manager in the implementation of work programmes and initiatives in delivering national and local library strategies and as required by the Council’s objectives and operational plans • Any other duties that may be assigned as part of the overall functioning of the Library Department The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which Permanent, Fixed Term, Specific Purpose and where applicable Acting-Up contract posts may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than 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. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €36,113 minimum of the scale to €55,460 maximum of the scale inclusive of LSI’s. 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 SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION 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. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013 Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions. ‘Non-New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995 Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary towards Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be obliged to complete a declaration in relation to previous Public Service pensionable employment. PENSION ACCRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme shall apply. PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: • There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation • Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period • Such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE / EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to respond to a medical questionnaire which is submitted to a qualified medical practitioner nominated by Kilkenny County Council. HOURS OF WORK The post is wholetime. The person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week which equates to a 7-hour day. Five days over a six-day period at any time from Monday to Saturday, including evenings every week. The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility, involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The person appointed may be required to work outside of normal hours on occasion. Hours may be subject to change as required. The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. TRAVEL The holder of the post must hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement or disqualification 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. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: • Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy • Note business class on their personal policy • Ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates. 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. LOCATION The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action. TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process may include: • Submission of completed applications and required supporting documents • Eligibility and shortlisting of applicants on the basis of information submitted • A competency-based interview which may be conducted face to face or remotely • Panel formation STAGE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS Applicants should complete the Application Form online via the advert link or through the www.kilkennycoco.ie link. Applicants are required to submit their applications electronically, along with the required documentation. Applicants should retain a copy of their Application Form for their own personal reference. Once fully completed applications supported by the prescribed evidentiary proof of meeting minimum qualifications and eligibility requirements are submitted, this information cannot be amended. When completing the employment history section on the Application Form please ensure all periods of employment and unemployment are recorded and accounted for. The submission of photo identification is an essential requirement and can include one of the following forms of ID only: Passport, Drivers Licence, Public Service Card or Safe Pass. STAGE – ELIGIBILITY & SHORTLISTING OF APPLICATIONS Kilkenny County Council will conduct a preliminary verification of eligibility of applicants. This will comprise both the minimum requirements as outlined and the mandatory documentation specified for the competition. The decision of Kilkenny County Council as to the applicant meeting the eligibility criteria is final. Kilkenny County Council may decide, due to the number of applicants, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. This may involve a desktop analysis of applications and/or a shortlisting interview. Shortlisting may be based on eligibility criteria, qualifications, relevant experience, competencies and other relevant information submitted on the Application Form. Kilkenny County Council reserves its right to shortlist applicants in the manner it deems most appropriate.
Customer Remediation Summer Intern
At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, all more confidently and more often—that’s what we call the courage to thrive. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One. As a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank, Elavon is committed to building the platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers around the world to achieve their financial goals—no matter what they need. From transaction processing to customer service, to driving innovation and launching new products, we’re building a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. As part of our team, you can explore what motivates and energizes your career goals: partnering with our customers, our communities, and each other. We actively uphold transparent and fair hiring practices that support individual opportunity, inclusive culture, and career mobility across all levels of our organisation. We offer meaningful opportunities for growth, a culture of inclusion, and a strong commitment to transparency and integrity in everything we do. Job Description The Customer Remediation department plays a vital role in upholding the bank’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and trust. By swiftly addressing errors, service failures, or regulatory breaches, the team ensures that affected customers are treated with integrity and restored to the position they should have been in.Beyond resolving individual issues, Customer Remediation drives systemic improvements by identifying root causes and influencing long-term change across the organisation.Our work not only protects the bank’s reputation and regulatory standing but also reinforces customer confidence—demonstrating that the bank is accountable, responsive, and genuinely committed to doing the right thing. Our 12-week paid summer internship program is one of the ways we help early talent thrive at Elavon U.S. Bank. Throughout the summer, you'll have the chance to explore different career pathways, contribute meaningfully to projects across the company and build lasting relationships with teammates, peers and leaders. Being fully immersed in our business will kick-start your career journey as you learn more about yourself, our culture and the work we do. Our employees come from all kinds of personal and professional backgrounds and each person's career path is a unique journey. As an intern you'll receive:
Senior ICT Transformation Manager
Role Relationships The post holder will report directly to the Director of ICT/CIO and have general contact with: Director of ICT/CIO • Provide executive support for the implementation, long-term embedding and evolution of the ISS Operating Model • Contribute to the design, management and monitoring of the performance framework for the Digital Strategy delivery • Aligned to the Digital Strategy delivery, contribute to the design, management and delivery of the performance framework for the Operating Model implementation including measurement against the COBIT 2019 governance framework and maturity model • Provide sustained governance, operational and compliance support including support for the preparation of annual reports, audit and risk management ISS Senior Managers • Coordinate maturity measurement, process improvement and performance reporting • Support consistent implementation of governance and operational frameworks • Assist in the development of metrics and reporting ensuring improvement actions are monitored and followed through • Work closely with the PMO and Innovation and Enterprise Architecture teams as new pillars within the ISS functional structure Customers • Engage with ISS customers/stakeholders on delivery and development of IT services and products • Coordinate the development of customer feedback mechanisms including surveys, focus groups and communication activities • Ensure projects meet customer requirements; communicate changes to project scope/budget deliverables as per methodology Users • Where appropriate engage with users at all levels on matters relating to projects including requirements definition, testing and feedback on outputs Suppliers / Partners • Strategic management of partners engaged to deliver projects and services • Ensure value for money regarding SLAs and engagements with 3rd parties • Manage procurement of services/goods required to deliver/develop services Engage with ISS/University working groups, sectoral networks and professional bodies as related to the role. Main Purpose of Job As assigned, and under minimal supervision, utilise the highest and most complex levels of technical and functional knowledge, skills and experience to provide: • Support for the Director of ICT/CIO in delivering and embedding the Operating Model • Coordinate and execute key implementation activities • Ensure planned changes are translated into measurable and sustainable outcomes • Contribute to the long-term evolution of ISS governance, performance, process maturity and operational excellence • Project management of assigned projects to support the upgrading of existing services and/or provision of new services • Business analysis of required business changes to new or existing IT services • Actively work with customers, department heads and other senior staff, colleagues and suppliers to ensure the effective delivery of the digital strategy and embedding of the ISS Operating Model • Proactively communicate with stakeholders about business change and services, providing expert advice, guidance & support and take responsibility for managing stakeholder expectations Key initial focus areas: • Digital Strategy Delivery • Support for prioritised recruitment and onboarding for ISS Operating Model prioritised posts • Maturity of core IT processes across the 9 ISS/COBIT domains • Operational excellence across the IT organisation Main Duties and Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Strategic & Governance Delivery Support • Support the Director/CIO with Operating Model rollout and ongoing governance development • Assist in creating and maturing performance frameworks aligned to COBIT 2019 • Coordinate audit, compliance, governance and reporting activities • Support the CIO/Director of ICT in meeting reporting and compliance obligations, including audit preparation, budget reporting, annual reporting, performance reporting, and other statutory or governance submissions • Prepare strategic documents, annual reports, dashboards and meeting materials Programme, Recruitment & Project Implementation • Track Year 1 Operating Model implementation and coordinate subsequent phases • Support recruitment for priority roles essential to the new Operating Model • Assist ISS teams with KPI development, tracking and reporting • Coordinate cross-functional improvement initiatives and service integration efforts COBIT-aligned Process Improvement & Maturity Support • Assist with maturity assessments across the 9 ISS/COBIT process domains • Coordinate process improvement backlogs and track resulting actions • Support workshops and training to embed good governance and continuous improvement Operational Excellence & Service Review Implementation • Support standardisation of operational performance reporting • Maintain the ISS service review cycle, ensuring data is collected, actions followed up and improvements embedded • Support development and refinement of service transition processes Stakeholder Engagement & Change Support • Support long-term communication and engagement around the Operating Model • Assist with gathering stakeholder input and documenting evolving needs • Promote continuous improvement and organisational learning General • Develop or contribute to the development of IT policies • Ensure adherence to relevant policies by staff, users and suppliers • Engage in University-wide planning and project activity • Provide technical expertise in the delivery and on-going support for ICT systems and assist in the resolution of escalated technical issues • Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Director of ICT/CIO Requirements for the role: The successful candidate will demonstrate the eligibility requirements below in terms of qualification, skills and experience: Essential • HETAC Level 8 qualification (or equivalent) in IT, business, engineering, organisational change or related area • Minimum five years’ experience in a complex organisation, including at least three years in IT service delivery, governance support, business analysis, or project implementation • Experience supporting both early-stage and long-term implementation of IT operating models or governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL) • Experience coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives in structured environments • Strong analytical and reporting skills, with ability to develop performance dashboards and insights • Demonstrated experience supporting recruitment, workforce planning or capability development • Excellent communication, coordination and organisational skills Technical/Professional Competencies (Essential) • Strong understanding of IT service management processes and digital transformation practices • Awareness of COBIT 2019 or similar frameworks • Ability to maintain process documentation, SOPs, and governance artefacts • Ability to analyse and interpret performance and operational data • Experience supporting service review or continuous improvement processes Desirable • Training or certification in ITIL, COBIT, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, Lean, or similar • Experience with structured process maturity assessment • Knowledge of University of Galway systems and IT environment • Technical knowledge in cloud services, cybersecurity, enterprise systems or data governance • Strong communication and influencing skills • Strong problem-solving skills • Strong presentation skills • Excellent organisational, relationship building and written/verbal communication skills • Ability to understand the University’s business context and relate services to this Attributes • Commitment to customer service excellence • Ability to operate independently and effectively in terms of planning and decision-making • Analytical skills and technical aptitude • Self-motivation, initiative, and a flexible approach to change and to variable work demands • Strong long-term delivery mindset with commitment to sustained follow-through • Flexible, proactive and comfortable managing evolving priorities • Practical, solutions-focused, and capable of supporting both short-term pressures and long-term organisational development The above criteria will be utilised to shortlist and select candidates for interview. Salary: €85,235 - €108,728 per annum pro rata for part-time/short-term roles (applicable to new entrants effective from January 2011) and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the QA321 University’s Remuneration & Payroll Policy. This appointment will be made on the Grade AO payscale in line with current Government pay policy.
Gardener
QUALIFICATIONS Applications on the official form are invited from qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which Permanent or Temporary appointments may be made as Gardener for positions as they arise. CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Each candidate must be in a state of health 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 form: a) Have satisfactorily completed The National Diploma in Horticulture at the National Botanic Gardens, Horticulture College or equivalent qualification AND b) Hold a full unendorsed driving licence (Category B or equivalent) that permits permanent driving in Ireland AND Hold a valid work permit if required 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 Dún Laoghaire Rathdown 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 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. It is desirable for candidates to: • Hold a current safe pass card on taking up duty • Have a good knowledge of mechanical plant including the agricultural tractor and ancillary equipment • Have the ability to oversee and implement a programme of works and/or significant landscape project undertaken by direct labour or outside contractors or a combination of these • Have a good knowledge and understanding of environmental issues and be familiar with relevant legislation • A knowledge of the cultivation of plants, both outdoor and under glass, as well as a good knowledge of decorative gardening • Have a thorough knowledge of landscape/amenity horticulture • Experience in the use and care of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks and gardens Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at interview the following skills and attributes: • Understanding of the role • Ability to apply previous experience to the role • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Self-motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative and ability to use judgement in a workplace environment • Be capable of dealing satisfactorily with outside bodies, residents associations, public representatives etc. • Capacity to contribute to and work well in a team • Sufficient knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety requirements, legislation and regulations • Flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal hours as required • Knowledge of the services provided by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council • Demonstrate customer awareness skills and a positive customer service attitude • Ability to maintain accurate and complete records of all tasks carried out in hard copy and electronic format • Have ability to supervise depot staff, students and contractors operating within their area and be competent in their supervision and be able to demonstrate this • Ability to take and record measurements including basic surveying, levelling and setting out procedures • Be capable of keeping a written record PARTICULARS OF THE POSITION The office is permanent, whole-time and pensionable. WAGES – WEEKLY RATE: €806.28; €828.41; €882.40; €; €888.15; €893.90; €899.21; €904.96; €910.27; €916.03; €921.34; €927.09 (Incremental Scale) Rates as at 1/02/2026 A daily travel allowance equivalent to one hour rate of pay and daily meal allowance is also applicable. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. 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 any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): As a condition of employment, the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION: Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the 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. RETIREMENT: New entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 (the commencement date of the Single Scheme) will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, e.g. where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department 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 Applicants will be required to work a 39 hour week, Monday to Friday (08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday; 08:00 – 15:30 on Friday). They will be required to work overtime as required. They must work as required on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays for which payment at the appropriate rate will be made. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority within the public service Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office, 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. Such period shall be one year c. Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation unless, during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person in such office is satisfactory ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Gardener is 24 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. Prior authorisation is essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. The final decision in allocating leave rests with Management. 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 Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission (usually Stamp 4) DUTIES: The post holder will be required to carry out all the duties allocated to them by the Council under the direction and supervision of the relevant Supervisor, which will include but are not limited to: a. The person selected for the post will report to the Senior Executive Parks & Landscape Officer or other authorised person b. Supervise and control staff who may be detailed to assist them c. Participation in the PMDS process d. Be responsible for the efficiency of works in the area and to carry out all instructions/inspections and furnish any reports, diaries, records or other particulars described by the Senior Executive Parks & Landscape Officer or other authorised person e. Be responsible for the use and care of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks and gardens f. Being available to attend to emergency work outside of normal working hours and participating in an emergency call out roster if required g. Propagation and cultivation of plants and for the layout, care, upkeep, maintenance and control of ornamental pleasure and recreational grounds in the parks, gardens and open spaces to which they may from time to time be assigned h. Attendance at meetings and workshops arranged by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council i. To maintain accurate and complete records of all tasks carried out in hard copy and electronic format j. Co-operating and availing of any new technology and/or systems which may become available to assist in the effective and efficient carrying out of duties or as may be required k. Ensure that all works being carried out comply with the relevant Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts and Regulations, including the completion of Risk Assessments/SSWPs and Accident/Incident forms l. Complying with Health & Safety requirements of the Council and wear/use any safety equipment/clothing supplied m. Operate in accordance with current best practice requirements in relation to the activities that staff carry out n. Operating a Council vehicle as part of work responsibilities and utilising a mobile phone or other electronic devices when required o. In addition, they may also be required to co-operate fully in the implementation of security arrangements for plant, equipment, etc., as well as security within the Council’s Parks p. To co-operate and contribute to operational reviews q. To co-operate and contribute to value for money initiatives r. To participate fully in any initiative aimed to increase customer satisfaction and quality of service to the community The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to: a. The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive 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 referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services 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 and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. LOCATION & RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future subject to reasonable notice. RECRUITMENT Pursuant to article 8 of the Local Government (Appointment of Officers) Regulation, 1974, the Minister has given directions as follows: i. Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the Local Authority. The interview will be competency based. Candidates will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the key duties and responsibilities for this role. Please note that the interview may be held in person or online. ii. DLRCC reserves its right to shortlist candidates, in the manner it deems most appropriate, to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Following receipt of all applications, job applicants may be shortlisted for assessment based on the extent to which they meet the criteria from the job description and/or where it would not be practical to interview all applicants. Aptitude testing may in some circumstances be used to facilitate the shortlisting process. If required, the testing will be performed through a 3rd party provider and submission of an application for employment is regarded as consent to share your information for the purposes of shortlisting and recruitment. Your information will be provided for the sole purpose of shortlisting suitable candidates and for no other purpose. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council will ensure any 3rd party fully complies with GDPR and Data Protection legislation. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/experience on the application form and also to demonstrate sufficient evidence of the competencies required for this position under each competency heading which are detailed above. Shortlisting does not suggest that 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. Shortlisting may take the form of desk-top shortlisting, aptitude test and/or preliminary interview or combinations thereof. iii. If a candidate wishes to appeal either a shortlisting or interview board decision, they must do so within five working days of being notified of this decision. The appeal must clearly state the grounds of appeal which must be emailed to The Appeals Officer recruitment@dlrcoco.ie . The HR Department will evaluate the grounds of the appeal. If grounds for an appeal are not upheld, HR Management will notify the candidate in writing of this outcome and no further action will be taken. If the grounds upon which the appeal is made are upheld, the HR Department will notify the candidate of this outcome and corrective action will be taken. The decision of the HR Department on the appeal is final. iv. Panels may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Local Authority that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. The life of the panel will not be more than one year reckoned from the date of the formation of the panel unless extended. v. 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. vi. An applicant who withdraws their application at any stage of the competition will not be permitted to re-enter the competition at a later stage. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS • The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on DLRCC to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to or contact with children or vulnerable persons will be subject of Garda Vetting. • Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. • It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection/interview process, e.g. through social media or any other means, may result in a candidate being disqualified from the competition. • DLRCC does not allow the unsanctioned use of any type of recording equipment on its premises. This applies to any form of sound recording and any type of still picture or video recording, whether including sound recording or not, and covers any type of device used for these purposes. • An applicant who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment offer or dismissal. • A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the Council, or who does not, when requested, furnish such evidence as Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council require in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will no longer be considered for selection. • In the event of an offer of employment, each candidate will be required to provide evidence that they meet all the criteria as set out above and on receipt of satisfactory references. Examples of some of the current Employee Benefits include: • A range of family friendly policies • A staff health screening programme • Availability of a Cycle to Work Scheme • A range of learning and developmental opportunities • Paid maternity and paternity leave • Automatically entered into a pension scheme • Access to the services provided under Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council’s Employee Assistance Programme
Sláintecare Local Development Officer
THE ROLE The Sláintecare Local Development Officer positions are assigned functional responsibility for the management of their respective Sláintecare Healthy Communities Area. The Sláintecare Local Development Officer is the primary point of contact and liaison with other sections in relation to all operational matters for the Sláintecare Healthy Communities Programme for which they are responsible and other assigned duties/functions, depending on the organisational arrangements in place. The post holder will work under the direction and control of the Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade or other officer designated by the Chief Executive or Director of Executive Manager as appropriate. The Sláintecare Local Development Officer is responsible for management of the day-to-day operations of the relevant programme and is a contributor to the strategic and policy making decisions of the local authority. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of policies and strategies and to work closely with the elected councillors and senior managers in delivering services to the highest standard. The post holder may represent the Local Authority on committees and at meetings, including for example Area Committee Meetings, Strategic Policy Committee meetings and may be asked to report on progress in their respective section or department. The position requires professionals with the ability to co-ordinate, influence, and lead cross sectoral and community initiatives that: • Address health inequalities • Promote prevention and wellbeing • Build resilient, inclusive communities within Dublin City Council The role will support the delivery of: • The emerging outcomes framework for Healthy Ireland in 2026 • The WHO European Healthy Cities Network (Phase VIII) objectives at local and regional levels The role prioritises actions to improve the wider determinants of health through local government’s statutory and developmental responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on: • Empowering communities and fostering inclusive participation • Research, innovation, and evidence-informed decision-making • Intersectoral collaboration across public, private, and community stakeholders • Data management, monitoring, and reporting on programme outcomes THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL HAVE • Knowledge and understanding of Sláintecare Reform, Healthy Ireland Outcomes Framework • Experience of building, managing and nurturing partnerships and relationships across a wide range of key stakeholders • An understanding and/or experience of local government structures and political environment • Facilitation and group-work skills • An understanding of those who experience health inequalities • Experience of report writing, strategic planning and funding application processes • Effective communication skills • Excellent IT & administration skills, including MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint • Good character with a friendly, open and outgoing disposition is essential • The ability to stay focused and resilient under pressure • The capacity to interact effectively with local elected members and people from a broad range of sectors including local development/community organisations • The enthusiasm for meeting and working with a variety of people and groups on an ongoing basis • Experience in managing budgets and finances and experience with processing payments • An understanding and/or experience in gathering qualitative and quantitative data, analysis, research and evaluation to policy and practice • An appreciation of use of social media and varied communication platforms • An understanding of multi-level governance and/or experience of working across local, regional, national and European contexts QUALIFICATIONS 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.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a third-level degree (NFQ Level 8 or higher) in a relevant field such as community/sports development, youth work, social sciences, public health, social policy, public administration, planning, or related discipline. A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in any of the following: • Local government, public sector, or similar roles involving strategic planning, project coordination, or community engagement • Work with disadvantaged communities or target populations to address social exclusion or inequality • Cross-sectoral co-ordination or partnership development • Policy development, research, or evaluation related to the determinants of health • Operating effectively within political, community and policy-making environments, demonstrating ability to work across boundaries of role, sector and geography • Project management, budgeting and performance-monitoring experience DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: • Work intensively with identified disadvantaged areas and marginalised groups to co-design health and wellbeing interventions that reflect local priorities • Apply principles of empowerment, participation, social justice, and equality in all aspects of planning and delivery • Collaborate with local Sláintecare Healthy Communities Programme services (e.g., HSE, family support, education providers) to ensure integrated and improved delivery of health and wellbeing initiatives, promotion and support programmes • Use and gather relevant local datasets to target communities experiencing the greatest health inequities and build an evidence base for resource allocation or interventions • Develop a 5-year Sláintecare Healthy Communities Work Programme based on local needs and priorities, established through innovative and participatory community engagement and needs assessment exercises, with Annual Action Plans including seed funding to implement local priorities • Map, align, and leverage local authority activities that influence the wider determinants of health, incorporating them into relevant Healthy Ireland data-gathering exercises • Advise elected members and senior executives on policies and programmes related to health, equality, and wellbeing • Facilitate Community Health and Wellbeing Networks and support the development of local wellbeing forums and leadership initiatives within communities • Co-ordinate, facilitate and deliver Social Inclusion programmes and projects including but not limited to youth programmes, non-fire night and community initiatives • Collaborate with social inclusion programmes and initiatives with internal and external stakeholders as required • Work confidently and sensitively with elected representatives, senior executives, and cross-sectoral leaders to address health and wellbeing inequalities • Act as a catalyst and connector across directorates and sections (e.g., planning, transport, housing, environment, community) to align activity with health and wellbeing objectives • Champion whole-system, place-based, preventative approaches to health and wellbeing, collaborating across local authority directorates and with external partners to create enabling environments that foster wellbeing for all • Explore funding and resource mechanisms across Government Departments and at EU level to address local community priorities • Leverage research, data, innovation, and WHO/EU collaboration to promote local government leadership in improving health and wellbeing outcomes • Develop or contribute to funding bids in conjunction with communities to resource local priority initiatives • Demonstrate capacity to influence, align, and co-ordinate across internal directorates and external stakeholders; manage partnerships effectively (e.g., coordination of the Sláintecare Healthy Communities Local Implementation Team) • Use local data, research, and evidence to inform decisions and measure programme outcomes • Represent the Local Authority in regional, national, and international networks, including platforms such as the WHO European Healthy Cities Network • Drive whole-of-local-government, whole-of-community, and whole-of-place approaches to wellbeing, focusing on the social, economic, environmental, and cultural determinants of health The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the City Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to: (a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive 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 referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services 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 and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to them by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. SELECTION PROCESS • Posts of Sláintecare Local Development Officer will be filled from this publicly advertised competition. Selection shall be by means of a competition conducted by or on behalf of Dublin City Council • Candidates should note that the information provided by them in their application form and assessment questions will form the basis on which eligibility and short listing is conducted • Dublin City Council reserves the right to undertake eligibility and/or shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate • A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. A candidate whose name is on a panel and who satisfies the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, subject to the appropriate Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage sanction, be appointed as an appropriate vacancy arises • The life of the panel shall be for a period of one year from the date of its formation • Dublin City Council shall require any person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint them SHORTLISTING Dublin City Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting of candidates will be on the basis of information supplied on the Application Form, in conjunction with the answers given in the assessment question(s). It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. INTERVIEW The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the following competencies: • Management and Change • Delivering Results • Performance through People • Personal Effectiveness • Knowledge, Experience and Skills Please see page 9 & 10 of the Candidate Information Booklet for more details. SALARY: The salary scale for the position of Sláintecare Local Development Officer is: €60,611; €62,095; €63,826; €65,563; €67,300; €68,852; €70,442; €71,982; €73,518 (Maximum); €76,149 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €78,795 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving public service employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week. All applicants must refer to the Additional Candidate Information Booklet which can be found at https://careers.dublincity.ie for additional relevant information pertaining to the salary scale and the recruitment process. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) The post is permanent, whole time and pensionable (b) Dublin City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any Department now or in the future (c) A period of one year’s probation applies where a person is permanently appointed to Dublin City Council CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of application, 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 Dublin City Council welcomes all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds to join its diverse workforce and hereby reserves the sole discretion to vary the above requirements from time to time subject to the business needs and staffing requirements. IRISH PROFICIENCY As part of the ongoing commitment to support the Irish language, leadership on the Gaeilge365 programme and to comply with the Official Languages (Amendment) Act 2021, information is being gathered on candidates’ capacity to speak Irish. Under this legislation, public bodies are required to ensure that 20% of new recruits are capable of performing their duties through Irish by 2030. While this position is not an Irish language speaking role, all applicants are asked to indicate their current level of Irish language ability. This information will be used for workforce planning purposes only and will not form part of the selection process for this competition. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS • The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on Dublin City Council to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to, or contact with children or vulnerable persons, will be the subject of Garda Vetting • Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence • Any attempt by a candidate themselves or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise, to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour, any employee of the City Council or person nominated by the City Council to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought
General Operative
The Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel for Kildare County Council from which permanent and temporary posts may be filled by General Operatives as vacancies arise. The Candidate It is desirable that candidates demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have: • Has relevant experience to be able to efficiently carry out the duties/responsibilities as detailed above. • Has good communication and interpersonal skills. • Has the ability to work independently or within multi-disciplined teams. • Understands the role of the General Operative. • Has a good standard of education that will enable them carry out work which may be assigned, including the keeping of records and the submission of reports. • A sound understanding of Health and Safety Processes as they apply to this environment. • Self-motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative and ability to use judgement in a workplace environment. • Flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal hours as required. • Good public service values and ethics. Duties and Responsibilities Duties to be assigned include the following although this is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: • Driving Council owned plant and vehicles including tractors, pick-up trucks and other similar vehicles. • General maintenance duties in relation to roads and footpaths including opening water inlets, drainage works, cleaning gullies, tar patching etc. • Be responsible for the safe keeping of all stores and equipment that has been allocated to him/her for the purpose of carrying out his/her duties. • Patch–macadam, tar and chippings. • Street cleaning and power washing. • Surface dressing, road strengthening, sweep chips, traffic control and treat road for oil spillage. • Cut grass using ride on mower, lawnmower, strimmers or other similar equipment. • Planting, cultivation and maintenance of plants in parks, open spaces & public realm areas. • Arboriculture and tree management works. • Construction, installation & maintenance of street furniture, pavement and built structures in public realm spaces. • Maintenance and repairs in playgrounds, outdoor gyms, multi-use games areas, and skateparks. • Flagman duties. • Repairing and/or replacing small bridges or culverts to ensure access across the tributaries to the river. • Assist in fencing, concrete post and rail and concrete post and chain link. • Build walls, clean & paint signs. • Chemical spraying and weed control. • Carrying out any other maintenance, installation, construction and repair work as may be required from time to time. • Attend to emergency work outside of normal working hours when required. • Employees must undergo all necessary training, including all Health & Safety and Traffic Management, and be willing to complete retraining as required, including the introduction of new technology. • Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation at all times. • Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant health and safety legislation and construction regulations. • Co-operation and participation in any systems introduced including the Council’s Performance Management Development Systems (PMDS). • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 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 and Experience etc.: On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, candidates must: • Possess the required training and experience to be able to efficiently carry out the duties/responsibilities as detailed above. • Have a good standard of education that will enable them carry out work which may be assigned. • Possess good Communication and Interpersonal Skills. • Have a sound understanding of Health and Safety Processes as they apply to this environment. • Applicants must hold a current full manual Class B Driving Licence. Desirable: • C Licence and/or BE Licence. • Experience in hard and soft landscaping maintenance and construction. • Experience in gardening/landscaping/horticulture. • A qualification in gardening or horticulture. Please supply copies of any certificates, diplomas or degrees you may have with the application form. Particulars of Employment The Post The post is wholetime (i.e., 39 hours per week) and appointment may be permanent or temporary. Location Kildare County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The successful candidate will be appointed within the Transportation, Mobility & Open Spaces Department and may be based across the 5 Municipal Districts: Naas Kildare – Newbridge Clane – Maynooth Celbridge – Leixlip Athy Candidates should note that opportunities may also arise within other Departments including the Environment and Community and Parks Departments. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. Commencement Kildare 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 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, Kildare County Council shall not appoint them. Working Hours Normal hours of work will be from 8.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., Monday to Thursday and 8.00 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. on a Friday. A Local Productivity Agreement applies from 3.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. on a Friday. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. You will be required to work overtime on various occasions for which payment will be made at the appropriate nationally agreed rates. You will be expected to co-operate with on call arrangements where required. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. Reporting Arrangements General Operatives report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the Section or to any other employee of Kildare County Council as the Director of Services or other appropriate employee may designate for this purpose. A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Probationary Period of Employment Where a person is permanently appointed to Kildare County Council, the following provisions shall apply: a) there shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; b) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at their discretion, extend such period; c) such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one weeks’ notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts; e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. Remuneration The present weekly scale is: €693.83 - €708.09 - €751.26 - €754.80 - €758.19 - €760.10 - €762.06 - €763.983 - €765.88 - €767.90 - €769.90 - €772.00 - €774.08 - €774.08 - €774.87 On appointment successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employees 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. Superannuation & Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in respect of their Superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate. The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 as amended or the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 or the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme & Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment. Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with due consideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they belong.
HR Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Education Tutor
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are committed to providing each individual we support with personalised care, and we encourage and facilitate their involvement throughout utilising associated decision-making processes where appropriate. Nua Healthcare’s multidisciplinary team has a broad range of clinical professionals such as Clinical Directors, Consultant Psychiatrists, Nurses from a psychiatric background, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Behaviour Specialists and Dietitians amongst many others who support our care pathways across Ireland. Benefits CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Accounts Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Social & Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with Service Users on a daily basis. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of our Service Users. Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Social Care Administrator. The role will involve completing administrational duties in Nua’s Residential Homes on a part time/ Full time basis and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This is an excellent role for an Administrator to begin a career within the social & healthcare industry as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
