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PARTICULARS OF SERVICE The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Part-Time Retained Firefighters. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Each applicant must be of good character. EDUCATION: Each candidate must have obtained a good standard in general education. AGE: Each applicant must not be less than 18 years on the closing date for receipt of application forms. Candidates should not be more than 55 years of age on the latest date for receipt of applications. HEALTH: Each applicant must be free from any defect or disease which would render him / her unsuitable to hold the post and must be physically fit. Before being accepted, he / she will be required to pass a medical examination and any further medical examinations required during his / her employment with the Fire Service. LOCATION: Candidates must reside and work a maximum of 5 minutes of the fire station in which they would like to be stationed. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Wicklow County Council is recruiting for the following Fire Brigade: • Dunlavin Brigade Each applicant must submit with their application form a letter from their employer which states that he/she has no objection to releasing the applicant as necessary to respond to fire calls. The employment is part-time. The initial employment will be for a probationary period of one year. Normal age of retirement for retained firefighters is 55 years of age; however, in accordance with Circular 04/2024, this may be extended up to 62 years of age, subject to approval and successful occupational health assessments. If progressing with appointment, successful candidates will be required to: • Complete Garda Vetting. • Complete a pre-employment medical assessment. • Attend and successfully complete a Suitability Test. • Attend and successfully complete a three week Recruit Training Course and thereafter. • Attend a two-week Breathing Apparatus Wearers Course. • Attend a one-week Compartment Fire Behaviour Course (usually within the first year of employment). Scheduled dates will be confirmed. DUTIES • He / She shall be available and capable at all times when required for attendance at fires or other type incidents. • He / She shall operate any duty rostering or availability scheme required by the Local Authority where rostering is in place. • Response time to Fire Calls shall generally be 5 minutes after the call is received. • He / She will carry one of the Fire Brigade Pocket Alerters at all times and will be responsible to see that it is kept in proper working order at all times. • He / She must reside and work sufficiently close to the Fire Station to enable him / her to respond promptly to all calls. If at any time his / her availability is affected by change of work or any other reason, he / she will be required to resign. • He / She will be responsible for items of personal equipment issued to him / her in connection with his / her employment. • He / She will carry out all instructions issued to him / her in connection with his / her employment. • He / She will attend weekly training sessions at the local fire station or any other training or courses as required by the Fire Authority during their employment with the Fire Service. • When required, he / she will assist or carry out the cleaning, testing or repair of equipment. • He / She shall carry out further duties that may be assigned to him / her from time to time by the Local Authority. • He / She will inform his / her employer that he / she is applying for the post. • Each member of the Fire Brigade will be required to undergo regular medical examinations as required by the Fire Authority. The medical examination will be carried out by a doctor nominated by the Fire Authority, who will be responsible for the payment of their fee. • Absence from practices or fire calls without good reason will debar payment or retaining fee, and continued absence over a six month period will incur dismissal from the Brigade. REMUNERATION OF PART-TIME RETAINED FIRE-FIGHTER INCLUSIVE ANNUAL ALLOWANCE Circular EL 02/2026 €16,852 - €20,251 per year
Social Media Specialist
We have an opportunity for a Social Media Specialist to join our team.As Social Media Specialist you will beresponsible for creating and publishing content on all social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, to grow our audience and build brand awareness.You will develop an in-depth understanding of thetargeted audience for each social channel, creating persuasive content that strikes a chord with the intended audience, and unique to the typical interactions of each channel. The main responsibilities include (not limited to):
Social Media Specialist
We have an opportunity for a Social Media Specialist to join our team.As Social Media Specialist you will beresponsible for creating and publishing content on all social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, to grow our audience and build brand awareness.You will develop an in-depth understanding of thetargeted audience for each social channel, creating persuasive content that strikes a chord with the intended audience, and unique to the typical interactions of each channel. The main responsibilities include (not limited to):
Sales Consultant
Salary: €14.15 per hour We are passionate about making people feel special by delivering world class luxury shopping experiences to our customers. We’re not here to simply sell a product. We’re here to connect with our customers and create lasting memories. We impress them with exceptional knowledge of our exclusive product ranges and premium brands. If you have a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences and would like to work with some of the world’s most prestigious jewellery, diamond and watch brands, we have an exciting opportunity for you. ABOUT YOU Passionate about delivering outstanding experiences to our customers. Fascinated by our products and have a love for all things jewellery, diamonds, and watches. A team player who helps and supports your colleagues when needed. A great communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in interacting with others. Proactive with a positive can-do attitude. Self-motivated and driven to achieve great results. A fast learner who is keen to embrace new challenges. Experience in a customer facing role ideally within a premium or luxury retail environment. Flexible and available work late nights, weekends, and key trading dates. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Play your part in creating great customer experiences. Share your passion for our products with our customers. Consistently achieve personal sales targets and key performance targets. Live by our values (passion, teamwork, respect and trust, positivity, love learning). Follow store standards, policies, and procedures. Create a luxury retail environment with high standards of visual merchandising and replenishment. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU When you join us, we’ll give you everything you need to get off to a great start; a full induction, excellent training and a Store Development Coach that will support you during your first few months. We value our teams for always going the extra mile and reward this with great benefits, including: Commission scheme based on sales performance A generous discount scheme for you, your family, and friends Annual leave that will increase with length of service Holiday purchase scheme Pension Scheme Uniform allowance Refer a Candidate Scheme Mental health, wellbeing and legal support from our expert health and wellbeing partners Health Assured Bike to work scheme A Volunteer Day with a charity of your choice Social events and activities throughout the year with our Time for Wellness and Recognition scheme We are an equal opportunities employer
Retained Firefighter
THE ROLE The role of the retained firefighter is primarily to • Save life and preserve endangered life • Protect property from damage by fire • Inform and educate awareness of safety Retained firefighters are on call to respond to emergencies. As well as responding to emergency calls, firefighters may also be involved in community fire safety initiatives. Although retained firefighters are part time, they are fully trained and capable of saving life and property to provide a comprehensive service to the community. When a call is received firefighters are required to respond immediately. Retained firefighters must be ready to drop whatever they are doing to become part of a team ready to respond safely and effectively to the emergency regardless of the time of day or night or the weather conditions. The Fire Service responds to emergency calls from the public primarily to prevent injury and protect life but also to prevent and restrict damage to property. Many emergency calls are not to fires but to road traffic accidents where casualties may be trapped in vehicles. The Fire Service may also be called to deal with chemical spillages and toxic emissions. Firefighters need to be able to use problem solving skills and initiative to resolve issues quickly and calmly. Firefighters also need to be able to deal sensitively and appropriately with members of the public when they are distressed, confused or obstructive. Firefighters are required to carry out routine checks as well as cleaning and maintaining all equipment and fire appliance to ensure they work properly when required during an emergency. Firefighters are required to participate and take part in the duties as required as part of the organisational response to Climate Action to promote and ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action. All new recruits undergo extensive initial training which includes a three week Recruit Induction course, a two week Breathing Apparatus Wearers Course and one week Compartment Fire Behaviour course. Thereafter all firefighters are required to undergo a continuous development programme by attending lectures, exercises, practical courses and other forms of training to maintain competency levels. Firefighters are expected to take responsibility for developing their own skills and for ensuring that their fitness levels are maintained as the work of a firefighter can be demanding both physically and psychologically DUTIES OF THE POSITION A Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays and other duties at such times and for such periods as required by the County Council. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other emergency calls will be addressed through the Local Authority disciplinary procedure. Each Firefighter who attends for Fire Brigade service must be prepared to accept the work entailed and to fulfil to the best of their ability their duty as a Firefighter in the saving of life, saving of property and the fighting of fires or other such emergencies. Every Firefighter must comply with the County Council Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters. Firefighters who are on standby during fires or other incidents shall remain at the Station and perform such duties as may be assigned by the Station Officer from time to time during the callout. Firefighters shall ensure that the Fire Station is kept clean and tidy at all times. Firefighting equipment shall be kept clean, maintained properly and stowed away in a safe manner. Firefighters are required to adhere to and co operate with all National and Local Agreements pertaining to the Fire Services. Firefighters will be required to attend Training Courses as directed. Firefighters must undertake driving duties as required. Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and legislation. Participate and take part in the duties as required as part of the organisational response to Climate Action to promote and ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. THE CANDIDATE Candidates must be • Able to work in hazardous conditions for long periods of time including heights and confined spaces • Mechanically adept with good dexterity and coordination • Able to follow instruction • Able to work well under pressure • Self reliant and self assured with a keen sense of discipline • Able to contribute to and work with a team • Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing • Able to understand and memorise technical information QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for the post of Retained Firefighter must be 18 years old on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. Character Applicants must be of good character and must not at any time bring the County Council and Fire Brigade into disrepute. The Council may make whatever enquiries it considers necessary to satisfy this condition. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting Health A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service Medical Examination Before recruitment successful applicants shall undergo such medical examinations as the County Council considers necessary. The County Council will nominate the medical examiners. The candidate must comply at their own expense with such remedial requirements as the County Council consider necessary An Operational Firefighter shall • Agree to participate in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters • At any time if requested by the County Council undergo medical examinations as nominated by the County Council • Attend medical examinations in accordance with the frequency set • Any defects discovered will not be remedied at the County Council expense • Retention as an operational Firefighter will depend upon satisfactory medical reports • An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness Citizenship Candidates must by the date of any job offer be • A citizen of the European Economic Area • A citizen of the United Kingdom • A citizen of Switzerland • A non EEA citizen with appropriate stamp 4 status in qualifying categories Education Candidates must have a good standard of education and be able to successfully undergo the required training for the post of retained firefighter Candidates must hold an unendorsed Class B Driving Licence and on appointment will be required to obtain a Class C Licence PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT The post is part time and pensionable Location Persons appointed must live and work within a maximum of 8 minutes response time from alert. The Council may request verification of residence and employment location. Changes of residence or employment must be notified immediately and may affect employment. Fire stations include • Granard • Lanesboro • Longford • Edgeworthstown • Ballymahon Letter of Release A letter of release from employer is required confirming availability for fire service duties and training Compliance with Agreements Each employee must comply with all national and local agreements in force Driver Licence Firefighters must hold a Category B licence at application stage and obtain Category C licence after appointment. Loss or suspension of licence must be reported immediately and may result in disciplinary action Probationary Period Recruit Firefighters must complete training including • Three week Firefighter Skills Course • Two week Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers Course • One week Compartment Fire Behaviour Course Training fees are paid at the current hourly rate during training Failure to complete training will result in termination of employment Probation is twelve months and may be extended. Continued employment depends on satisfactory performance throughout the probation period
Leisure Attendant
This competition presents an opportunity to gain employment with Tipperary County Council in the role of Part time Leisure Attendant. Tipperary County Council is committed to a policy of open and fair recruitment, in line with good practice, recruitment and selection standards, employment legislation and relevant circulars from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. This Candidate Information Booklet is intended to provide information on the post of Part time Leisure Attendant and the selection process and candidates are advised to familiarize themselves with the detailed information in advance of submitting their application. Candidates should satisfy themselves that they are eligible under the qualifications to apply for the post of Part time Leisure Attendant. Where a candidate provides false or misleading information or has deliberately omitted relevant information on their application form this may result in their disqualification from the competition. Qualifications The person holding the employment must: Be of good character Be free from any defect or disease which would render him or her unsuitable to hold the employment and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render an efficient service Be at least eighteen years of age Possess Irish Water Safety National Pool Lifeguard Award or equivalent Level 2 Level 1 Swimming Teacher Qualification desirable but not essential. Successful applicant will be expected to gain their full Swimming Teachers Qualification and instruct swimming classes National certificate in fitness or equivalent and knowledge of pool plant operations desirable but not essential The successful candidate or candidates will be subject to Garda vetting prior to appointment Conditions of employment Wages hourly rate seventeen euro and thirty seven cent Annual leave and public holidays shall be given in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 The terms of the appropriate superannuation scheme will be applied Duties Supervision of activities in the pool complex Supervision of circulation areas and changing rooms Setting up, changing and storing equipment, furniture and apparatus according to the demands of the programme in any area of Sean Treacy Memorial Swimming Pool as directed by supervisors Assist and instruct individuals and or groups in swimming tuition Promote membership and facilities where applicable Supervise and control entrance areas, the foyer and pool Officiate as steward during events Effect repairs to equipment and maintain it in a proper and safe condition Receive supplies and equipment at the swimming pool, record, unload and store Supervision of all swimmers in the pool area Cleaning of the pool and surrounds, changing areas, toilets and drains. Cleaning gym area, toilets and aerobics studio Undertake general cleaning and labouring duties around the facility Completion of all necessary records Report all defects and damage to machinery, furniture and fittings and fabric of building and effect repair or remedial action where required Accept general responsibility for the safety of all swimming pool users when engaged in activities Be responsible for carrying and handling of money Make necessary simple repairs to vending and change machines Reception duties Administer first aid where required Carry out regular water testing, log results and take action if required Comply with all health and safety policies and procedures currently in place and any future policies introduced Comply with the normal operating procedure and emergency action plan for Sean Treacy Memorial Swimming Pool Complete all mandatory training Wear any personal protective equipment supplied Undertake such other duties as may from time to time be allocated by the manager The application process Once fully completed, application forms will be accepted. Ensure that: Your application is made on the official application form only. Curriculum vitae will not be accepted All sections of the application form are fully completed with relevant, detailed and accurate information. Any offer of employment is subject to the information given being true. False or misleading information or deliberate omissions may result in termination of employment A copy of educational certificates is attached The application is submitted on or before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted The admission of a person to this competition or an invitation to attend for interview does not imply that Tipperary County Council is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements. Tipperary County Council may need to contact you during the selection process. Contact details provided must be correct and accessible at all times. The Council accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by the applicant. Deeming of candidature to be withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or test when required, or who do not furnish required evidence within the specified timeframe, will be deemed to have withdrawn their application. Candidates who decline an offer of employment or who accept and later withdraw prior to commencement will also be deemed to have withdrawn their application. References Applicants are required to provide two referees who are not related to them, at least one of whom should be an existing or former employer. The Council may seek written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or other relevant organisations. The Council reserves the right to determine the relevance of such references. Verification of educational qualifications Prior to appointment, candidates must present original certificates, diplomas or degrees and any other required documentation to the Human Resources department for verification. Non Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland to establish comparability with the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document.
Retained Firefighter
Minimum Eligibility Requirements QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER A Firefighter must be of good character and shall not at any time bring the County Council into disrepute. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. AGE A Firefighter must be not less than 18 years on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving application forms occurs. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. EDUCATION Firefighters must have attained a satisfactory level of education to enable them to perform satisfactorily as a Firefighter and to successfully undergo the appropriate training. HEALTH A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Each applicant must be free from any defect or disease which would render him or her unsuitable to hold the office. An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. DRIVERS LICENCE A recruit Firefighter shall possess a valid full current Category B Driving Licence at the time of applying for the post and ideally a Category C Driving Licence for Heavy Goods Vehicle with up to eight passengers. All newly appointed Retained Firefighters will be required to attain a Category C Driving Licence. Firefighters will co-operate with further Driver Training and will be required to drive fire service vehicles if operationally needed. Failure to attain a Category C licence within the probationary year may result in termination of employment. If a Firefighter has their licence suspended or removed for any reason, they must immediately inform the County Council and it shall be dealt with through the Council’s disciplinary procedure and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. GARDA VETTING The successful candidate will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau Children and Vulnerable Persons Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate or any subsequent amendments to the legislation mentioned in advance of appointment and on a periodic basis thereafter for the duration of their employment. RESIDENCE Persons appointed must live and work within a maximum of 8 minutes travel time from the designated Fire Station based on Global Positioning System navigation planner such as Google Maps or similar as determined by Kilkenny County Council to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. The Council retains the right to request further evidence if required for verification of place of residence and location of employment. A Firefighter shall notify the County Council in writing of any subsequent changes of residence or place of employment. A change of residence or place of employment that would place the Firefighter outside these limits will mean automatic termination of employment. The Council will check this prior to appointment and at periodic intervals after appointment. OTHER EMPLOYMENT Written evidence must be provided from the employer as to availability prior to appointment and the County Council in its sole discretion shall decide whether the availability as provided is acceptable. If the Firefighter's primary employer subsequently changes their conditions of employment and does not allow the Firefighter to attend fire calls or drills during working hours, employment will be terminated. Self-employed candidates must also provide written evidence as to availability prior to appointment. Such written evidence must cover availability for initial training and for fire and other calls, drills, training and such duties which the Firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DUTIES OF THE ROLE SHALL INCLUDE A Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays and other duties at such times and for such periods as required by the County Council. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other emergency calls will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. Firefighters shall be available and capable at all times when required for attendance at fires or other incident types. Each Firefighter who attends for Fire Brigade service must be prepared to accept the work entailed and to fulfil to the best of their ability their duty as a Firefighter in the saving of life, saving of property and the fighting of fires or other emergencies. Every Firefighter must comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters. Firefighters who are on standby during fires or other incidents shall remain at the Station and perform such duties as may be assigned by the Station Officer from time to time during the callout. When required a Firefighter will substitute for any other Firefighter absent through sickness, annual leave or any other reason. Firefighters shall ensure that the Fire Station is kept clean and tidy at all times. Firefighting equipment shall be kept clean, inspected, tested and maintained properly and stowed away in a safe manner. Firefighters are required to adhere to and co-operate with all National and Local Agreements pertaining to the Fire Services. Firefighters will be required to attend Training Courses as directed. Firefighters must undertake driving duties as required. Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and legislation. Firefighters shall be responsible for items of personal equipment issued to them in connection with their employment. Each Firefighter shall carry a Fire Brigade pocket alerter at all times and it shall be their responsibility to ensure that it is kept in proper working order. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which relevant vacancies may be filled. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT The employment is part time and pensionable. The initial employment will be for a probationary period of one year and may be extended if required. RETIREMENT A Firefighter shall retire upon attaining age of 55 years, or where the Firefighter wishes to serve beyond that age and the Fire Authority is satisfied that the Firefighter is medically fit to continue, but not beyond attaining the age of 62 years. A retained Firefighter shall retire upon attaining the age of 55 years. Where they wish to serve beyond that age and are medically fit, they may continue but not beyond 62 years. Where a retained Firefighter is declared not medically fit, they shall retire. Retained Firefighters are required to apply for an extension six months in advance of each birthday where an extension is sought. Any change in medical condition must be notified. HEALTH A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Medical examination shall be required before recruitment. The County Council will nominate medical examiners. The candidate must comply with remedial requirements at their own expense. An operational Firefighter shall agree to participate in the Occupational Health Scheme, undergo medical examinations as required, and attend examinations in accordance with frequency set by the scheme. PROBATION Before appointment a recruit shall attend and successfully complete the Firefighter Skills Training Course. Recruit Firefighters will undergo and complete recruit training programmes during probation including Firefighting Skills Course, Breathing Apparatus Course, Category C Driving Licence, Compartment Fire Behaviour Course and any other course required. Training fees will be paid at the current hourly rate. Failure to complete courses will result in termination of employment. Probation shall be 12 months and may be extended. Confirmation depends on satisfactory performance. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave will be in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. A Firefighter is entitled to a maximum of 4 working weeks. Payment for annual leave will be 8 percent of earnings. Leave must comply with Crew Management Arrangements. Approval is subject to minimum crewing levels. SAFETY HEALTH AND WELFARE Kilkenny County Council is committed to protecting safety, health and welfare. Firefighters must comply with safety legislation and procedures and cooperate with the safety management system. LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT Firefighters will be required to participate in training programmes and ongoing assessments. Attendance at training and drills is required whether rostered on or off unless on approved leave.
Leisure Bookings Advisor
At Center Parcs, we don't just offer activities - we create unforgettable family adventures, come rain or shine! With hundreds of indoor and outdoor experiences to choose from, our guests are always discovering something new. And at the heart of it all? Our amazing Leisure team - the friendly faces who make sure every guest feels confident, safe, and full of smiles, no matter their age or ability. LEISURE BOOKINGS ADVISOR | €14.35 per hour We are looking for a Leisure Bookings Advisor to assist the Indoor Activities Management team in ensuring the smooth running of the Sports and Leisure Facilities including, but not exclusively: Court and table hire, equipment hire, Gym, Leisure Booking Desk, House of Games, Leisure Bowl and The Pottery Painting Studio. Working as part of a team, your main responsibilities will include booking activities for our guests, hiring out sports equipment, operation of the bowling lanes, assisting guests with enquiries and ensuring equipment safety checks are carried out prior to conducting any activity. The role requires a professional but outgoing approach, always accompanied with enthusiasm and a passion to deliver customer satisfaction. Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey HOURS OF WORK You will be contracted to work 60 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. Shifts will fall between 8am and 10pm. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday. ABOUT YOU Essential requirements: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application. Closing date: 23rd April 2026
School Warden
About Fingal County Council Fingal is a highly attractive place to live, work, visit and do business. It comprises a geographical area of 450 sq.km stretching from Balbriggan in the north, to Blanchardstown in the west and to Howth in the east. The area is defined by the diversity of its landscape and settlement patterns with rural, urban and suburban locations all rolled into one county. There is 88kms of coastline, three large protected estuaries and salt marsh habitats and 13 major beaches. Fingal County Council is one of the county’s major local employers and currently employs approximately 1,600 staff. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of the provision of physical and social infrastructure, housing, economic and tourism development, community development, recreation and amenity services and the management of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The role of the County Council as provided for in law is to represent, lead and serve the communities of Fingal. 1. The Role The role of the School Warden is to ensure the safety of children crossing the road at a designated point between specified times. The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users. The postholder will be responsible to the Road Safety Unit, under the direction of the designated person in the Environment, Climate Action, Active Travel and Sports Department. The School Warden positions will be based in the Dublin 15 Area and the Howth/Malahide Area. Successful candidates for the position of School Warden, who have passed the interview process, will automatically be appointed as temporary Reserve School Wardens, subject to Garda Vetting and Medical examination. Reserve School Wardens may be contacted to cover periods of absence for permanent School Wardens. If you are successful and a permanent position becomes available, you will be offered this on the basis of your appointment on the panel Duties The holder of the position shall be responsible for the following duties as assigned by the Supervisor: · To attend for duty at the prescribed times, and to perform such duty under the direction of the Council’s Road Safety Officer regarding Health and Safety Procedures · Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross · To use the statutory uniform and equipment required under the Road Traffic Act, 1961, provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, in order to stop traffic on the public roadway · To wear the statutory uniform at all times when on duty and to ensure that the uniform is kept in a clean and neat condition · To use the statutory ‘Stop Sign’ supplied by Fingal County Council · Report any problems or difficulties to the appropriate supervisor · To furnish records and reports as required · Or any such duties that may be assigned to him/her from time to time These tasks are indicative rather than exhaustive and other duties may be assigned. Qualifications and Requirements of the Post CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. Garda Vetting is compulsory under the Council’s Child Protection Policy. 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, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Candidates shall have have obtained such a standard of education as would enable the candidate to effectively carry out the duties of the post. Particulars of Employment The employment is part-time, permanent and pensionable. 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 dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the local Government (Spouses and 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. PROBATION (a) there shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation, (b) such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. WAGES Wages will be paid at the rate of €15.23 per hour .Normal hours of work will be 3.5 hours per day on official duty. Reserve School Warden hours may vary. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. a) Wages will not be paid for days on which wardens are not on duty. b) Payment will be suspended (i) during periods of closure of the particular school or schools for holidays at Christmas, Easter, Summer and mid-term breaks and (ii) during other such periods as may be determined by the County Council c) Payment of holiday pay will be in accordance with the terms of The Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. In general holiday pay will be paid each year at the end of the school year. Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale. Holders of the post 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 post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. HEALTH For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. RETIREMENT AGE The retirement age is 70 years. The Selection Process: Fingal County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, if required. This is not to suggest that any candidate may be unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the duties of the post advertised, but rather that there may be candidates who have demonstrated that they are better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Step 1: Initial Screening In the first instance, all applications received by the latest date/time for receipt of completed applications are screened for eligibility in accordance with the qualifications for the post as set out in this booklet and declared by the Minister for the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under Section 160 of the Local Government Act 2001. Step 2: Shortlisting Each candidate’s application may be assessed against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position as outlined in this booklet. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to provide a detailed and accurate account of their qualifications and/or experience in their application form and to outline the relevance of their experience in the examples provided. Step 3: Interview Candidates who are successful in the shortlisting process will be invited to attend for interview(s). Fingal County Council will endeavor to give sufficient notice of the interview to shortlisted candidates. Thereafter, it is the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available on the date/time selected. Candidates who do not attend for interview will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition. Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview, will be at the candidates own expense. An independent interview board will be established by the Senior Executive Officer, People Services, or other designated officer, to assess the candidates shortlisted for interview. The interview board will generally comprise of a Chairperson and two other members, who will have expert knowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the interview board is to identify candidates who best meet the objective criteria and competencies required for the position and to place them in order of merit. Candidates who are successful in the interview will be qualified in order of merit for appointment to the post of School Warden and placed on a panel. It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The selection process is not concluded until such time as references have been sought and clearance checks, i.e. Garda vetting, occupational health, verification of education qualifications, etc, have been carried out to the satisfaction of the Council. Recruitment The local authority shall require a person to whom employment is offered to take up such employment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if he or she fails to take up the employment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not employ the person.
Retained Firefighter
Qualifications 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character, and the successful applicant may be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. 2. Age Each candidate must be at least 18 years of age on 1 April 2026. The retirement age for retained firefighters is 55 years of age, with the possibility of extension up to 62 years of age subject to conditions. 3. Health Each candidate must be free from any defects that would render the person unsuitable to perform the duties of the post and must be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of delivering regular and efficient service. To satisfy this requirement, candidates must undergo, at their own expense, an initial medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by Cork County Council. On taking up appointment, the cost of the medical examination will be refunded. Retained firefighters will be required to undergo regular and ad hoc medical examinations at any time. Given the strenuous nature of firefighting duties, the medical examination will be very thorough. The following conditions will render an applicant unsuitable and lead to disqualification: History of epilepsy Alcohol or drug dependency Obesity Chronic bronchitis, asthma, or other disabling lung disease Organic disease of the cardiovascular system Diabetes mellitus Unaided vision less than 6/12 in either eye Inability to hear a forced whisper or conversational voice separately in either ear at 20 feet Evidence of labyrinthine disturbance A history of vertigo or illness affecting balance History of mental instability It is recommended that retained firefighters be vaccinated against the Hepatitis B virus. The vaccine will be made available free of charge to successful candidates. Fitness Test As part of the pre-employment medical examination, candidates must complete a fitness test. Candidates who are successful at interview must pass the fitness test before employment is offered. The fitness test is the Chester Step Test, which measures aerobic capacity and fitness and involves a moderately vigorous level of physical activity. A good level of fitness is required to pass this test, and it typically takes several weeks or longer to achieve the necessary fitness level. Candidates who fail the initial Chester Step Test will be offered one further fitness test only. This may be either a Chester Step Test or a Shuttle Run test, as determined by Cork County Council. No additional retests will be offered. 4. Residence and Availability Applicants must reside and work within two miles of the fire station of the relevant unit and must not have ordinary activities that take them away from the town where the brigade is located. On receipt of a fire or emergency call, the firefighter must be able to attend the station within five minutes. Unemployed persons may apply, provided they meet the residence and availability requirements. 5. Licence Each applicant must hold a full current Category B European Community Model Driving Licence free from endorsement. 6. Garda Vetting Candidates successful at interview will be required to undergo Garda Vetting, which will be arranged by Cork County Council. Particulars of Employment 1. Employment Type The employment is part time. Panels may be used to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. 2. Pension New entrant retained firefighters who commence on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, established under the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. The Single Scheme does not provide for a retained firefighters gratuity. New entrants will pay superannuation contributions each quarter, with pension lump sum and pension payable on retirement, subject to conditions. 3. Retirement Retained firefighters must retire upon reaching the age limit for the employment, currently 55 years of age, with extension up to 62 years subject to conditions. 4. Training Requirements Successful candidates will be appointed on a probationary basis and must complete the following courses: a) Firefighting Skills Course A full time three week course held in Ireland, requiring attendance away from home from Monday to Friday b) Breathing Apparatus Course A full time course of two weeks duration held outside the county c) Compartment Fire Behaviour Training Course A one week course, normally held outside the county d) Occupational First Aid Course A full time course of approximately three days held within the county e) Class C Heavy Goods Vehicle driving licence Failure to complete these courses satisfactorily will result in termination of employment. 5. Probation Subject to completion of required training, employment is subject to a one year probationary period. During this period, employment may be terminated by either party with one week’s notice. After confirmation, employment may be terminated in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act 1973 or without notice in cases of serious misconduct. 6. Grooming Requirement Due to the requirement to wear breathing apparatus, all facial hair below the line of the upper lip must be removed. 7. Additional Training Retained firefighters must be prepared to attend additional training courses in Ireland or the United Kingdom. 8. Availability Retained firefighters are required to be available for 24 weeks per year on a week on and week off basis, excluding four weeks of annual leave. During off duty weeks, firefighters may attend incidents if they wish. If a rostered member is unavailable, they must arrange cover with another member and notify the Station Officer or Sub Station Officer in advance. Firefighters must reside and work within a distance that allows attendance at the station within five minutes. Any change in residence or workplace must be reported to the Chief Fire Officer. Failure to comply may result in termination. The Council may request proof of availability prior to appointment. 9. Annual Leave Four weeks annual leave per year is provided. Payment for annual leave is calculated as 8 percent of earnings from the previous year, excluding retainers, clothing allowance, and leave payments. Payment is made during leave through the fortnightly pay cycle. 10. Regulations and Conduct Firefighters must comply with all rules and regulations issued by the Council. They must follow instructions from the Station Officer or designated officer during drills, incidents, or emergencies. Failure to comply may result in dismissal. Firefighters are under the supervision of senior fire service officers, including the Chief Fire Officer and other designated officers. While on duty, firefighters must use the clothing and equipment provided and must not use them outside duty. All safety policies and directives must be followed at all times. 11. Rostering Rostering arrangements will be determined by the Council. 12. Rate of Pay €16,852 to €20,251 per year
