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QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Candidates shall 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. For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up employment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE ETC: Each candidate must on the latest date for receipt of applications: (i) (a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and (b) Have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), or (ii) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. CONFINED COMPETITION: (iv) Be a serving employee in a local authority, or a regional assembly where applicable and have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. Recruitment of the post of Assistant Staff Officer (Grade IV) will now be on the following basis: Panel A. 50% confined to employees of the sector being all Local Authorities and Regional Assembly (where applicable). Panel B. 30% open competition. Panel C. 20% confined to employees of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. More details below at No. 10 (iii). (v) 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. Non Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. The position of Assistant Staff Officer is a first level position in the middle management structure in the Council. An Assistant Staff Officer in the Council is required to be an effective, participative member of a team and may be required to supervise staff, manage the distribution of work and may also be required to provide one to one coaching and training for junior staff members. An Assistant Staff Officer will generally be required to act in a front line post in relation to the provision of customer service. An Assistant Staff Officer would be expected to be computer literate with a good knowledge and understanding of I.T. Systems including Microsoft Office. The person appointed will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: In the context of key duties and responsibilities for the post of Assistant Staff Officer, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and competencies: • Knowledge of policies in relation to staff matters. • Experience of preparing reports and correspondence. • Have the ability to supervise staff. • Have an awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • Have excellent ICT skills and demonstrated experience of using all Microsoft packages. • Understand the changing environment and be capable of adapting to change in order to deliver quality services to our citizens. • Have an ability to work effectively within a team to achieve a common goal, ensuring standards are adhered to and maintained. • Be motivated to achieve maximum performance. • Demonstrate excellent clerical and administrative experience in an office based environment. • Have an ability to work on own initiative, in an independent environment and without constant supervision. • Clear and realistic views of future trends and strategic direction of local government. JOB SPECIFICATION The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. SALARY: €36,113 - €38,240 - €41,259 - €43,241 - €44,975 - €46,653 - €48,917 - €50,557 - €52,239 - €53,829 (1st LSI) - €55,460 (2nd LSI) (rates as at 01/02/2026). 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. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTIONS 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 of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. DUTIES: The duties of the post include the following: • To support the line manager to ensure the section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s Corporate Plan and operational matters. • To communicate and liaise effectively with employees, supervisors and line managers in other sections, and customers in relation to operational matters for their section or area of work. • To prepare reports, correspondence and other documents as necessary. • Use all technology and equipment as required. • To organise and facilitate internal and external meetings and participate and engage in discussions as appropriate. • To provide assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required. • To ensure high levels of customer service, responding to queries and requests for information in a professional, courteous and timely manner. • To support the line manager to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • To supervise employees within their team or programmes of work within their area of responsibility, providing support to team members or colleagues as required and through participation in the Performance Management Development System. • To complete all essential training successfully. • To participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. • To be in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To deputise for the line manager or equivalent. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned, from time to time. 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 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. The duties shall be such as shall be assigned by the local authority from time to time, and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority when required. The duties shall also include such duties as may be assigned in relation to the area of any other local authority. HOURS OF WORK All new entrants to the Local Authority sector and any individuals on new appointments or promotion will work 35 hours per week. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Assistant Staff Officer is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority in Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office the following provisions shall apply, that is to say: 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. LOCATION AND RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dun 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. 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 the parent of a dependent Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission (usually Stamp 4). 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 and marks will be awarded under the competency skill sets identified for the position of Assistant Staff Officer as outlined above. Candidates will also 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 short listing 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 and 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. Short listing 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. Short listing may take the form of Desk top Short listing, Aptitude Test and or Preliminary Interview or combinations thereof. iii. If a candidate wishes to appeal either a short listing 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. 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. Recruitment of the post of Assistant Staff Officer (Grade IV) will now be on the following basis: A. 50% confined to employees of the sector. B. 30% open. C. 20% confined to employees of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. The sector includes all Local Authorities and Regional Assembly (where applicable). Staff who are not existing employees of these local authorities or regional assembly (where applicable) are not eligible to apply for competitions confined to the sector or to the local authorities, i.e. Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. Panel A (Confined to the Local Authority Sector) will comprise of successful applicants, in order of merit, from within the Local Authority Sector only, i.e. candidates serving in a Local Authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable). Panel B (Open Competition) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a Local Authority, Regional Assembly (where applicable), and external candidates. Please Note: All Candidates applying for inclusion on Panel B must include full details of their educational qualifications (subjects taken and grades achieved). Panel C (Confined to Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council) will comprise of successful applicants, in order of merit, from within Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council only. An employee of an individual local authority or regional assembly may be on all three panels (Panel A, B and C). An employee of the sector (all local authorities and the regional assemblies where applicable) may be on two of the three panels (Panel A and B). An applicant who is not employed in the sector may be on one panel (Panel B). The order of candidates placed on each of the three panels is determined by where they were placed on the overall order of merit. 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.
Communications Manager
Communications Manager Clerical Grade VII, Permanent Full-time Contract The Central Remedial Clinic (CRC) is at a historic inflection point. Established in 1951, we are evolving from a traditional charity model into a progressive, rights-based, and evidence-led national complex disability service provider. With approximately 400 staff and serving 4,000 people annually, we are a major Section 38 agency operating within a restructured healthcare framework. With the launch of our 2025–2030 Strategy, Creating Pathways that Empower and Enable, we are seeking a visionary and influential Communications Manager to define our voice on the national stage. This role offers a rare opportunity to lead a full organisational repositioning and shape an integrated communications function from the outset. We are seeking a high-calibre leader with the experience to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes: It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Clerical Grade VII (0582) (Current pay scale €60,613– 78,795) Please apply through Rezoomo. The closing date for applications is 22nd March 2026. We reserve the right to close the campaign early. Informal enquiries to HR, hr@crc.ie. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_application_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. This role is subject to HSE Approval. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #CR
Accommodation Assistant
Accommodation Assistant – Permanent, Full-Time The successful Accommodation Assistant will be expected to maintain a high standard of hygiene in all areas of the hospital. Background experiences in thorough cleaning in hospital care settings are an advantage. Cleaning duties will be performed as per standards set down Hours of work: 78 hours per fortnight (full-time): may include evenings and weekend work Responsibilities: · Sanitize and disinfect all surfaces, in areas such as but not limited to patient bedrooms and bathrooms, public areas, stairs, lifts, nurses’ office and stations, meeting rooms and offices. · Restock bathroom/ toilet rolls, hand soap, hand paper towels,etc. · Perform general cleaning tasks such as but not limited to removal of household waste, recycle waste and clinical waste. · Perform general cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, polishing and spot cleaning. · Carry out detailed cleaning such as window washing, carpet cleaning and high dusting. · Use machinery such as scrubber dryers, steam cleaner, buffer and scrubbers. · Care and maintain equipment. · Observe and report maintenance faults. · Use cleaning agents according to manufacturer’s instructions. · Ensure adequate stock of cleaning supplies. · Adhere to cost controls and sustainability measures. · Assist with the movement of furniture following manual handling principles · Assist with the setup of meeting rooms. · Collect used linen from floor areas.
Accommodation Supervisor
Accommodation Supervisor – Permanent, Full-Time The successful Accommodation supervisor will be expected to assist the accommodation manager in day-to-day supervision of all staff, to ensure a high standard of hygiene is in place in all areas of the hospital. Background in supervisory and hygiene auditing experiences in a hospital or care settings are an advantage. Hours of work: 78 hours per fortnight (full-time): may include evenings and weekend work Responsibilities: The responsibility of this post will evolve and develop and may include other relevant duties, not currently documented in this job description, which the post holder would be required to undertake, following consultation. The main functions of the role include:
NSS, Pathology Secretary, Breastcheck Eccles Unit
About us The National Screening Service (NSS) delivers four national population-based screening programmes – for cervical, breast and bowel screening and for detecting sight-threatening retinopathy in people with diabetes. Our programmes focus on looking for early signs of disease in healthy people, so that we can: Please refer to detailed job description (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Have satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004. Or (ii) Have obtained a pass (Grade D) in at least five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination, including Mathematics and English or Irish 1 . Candidates should have obtained at least Grade C on higher level papers in three subjects in that examination. Or (iii) Have completed a relevant examination at a comparable standard in any equivalent examination in another jurisdiction. Or (iv) Hold a comparable and relevant third level qualification of at least level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland, (QQI). Join our team and we'll provide you with the support you need to deliver and succeed. This is an unmissable opportunity to join a diverse and supportive workplace where staff feel valued. #ChooseScreening
Head Of Customer Strategy
Head of Customer Strategy, Continental Europe Glanbia Performance Nutrition Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey The Opportunity A vacancy has arisen for a Head of Customer Strategy in London, UK or Dublin, Ireland , on a permanent basis. Join Glanbia Performance Nutrition – a global nutrition company creating better, healthier, more sustainable sources of nutrition – to help millions of people everywhere to achieve their performance and healthy lifestyle goal. We are innovators and tastemakers, with a portfolio of leading brands enjoyed by customers worldwide. With 35 years of expertise and world number 1 Sport Nutrition brand, Optimum Nutrition is the most trusted brand in the industry. Set on a fast-paced growth trajectory of 58% twice the pace of the category with clear ambition to continue to drive penetration further, the brand is bursting with opportunities. If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply! Where and how you will work The opportunity will be based London, UK or Dublin, Ireland with hybrid working arrangements available which allows you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance. What we would like to offer you! The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary. About Glanbia Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Sports And Leisure Attendant
Sport & Leisure Attendant Attendant Scale 19.5 hour week, permanent position €17,291 - €20,391.50 per annum We’re excited to announce a part-time permanent vacancy for a Sports & Leisure Attendant to join our dedicated team at St. Michael’s House in Dublin. If you are someone with a passion for promoting inclusion and increasing the participation of people with disabilities in sport and physical activity, this is the opportunity for you! About St. Michael's House Services At St. Michael’s House, we are a community-based organisation committed to providing high-quality, person-centred services to individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to create meaningful opportunities for the people we support, enabling them to lead active, independent, and fulfilling lives. Our Sport & Leisure Services Department offers a variety of health and wellbeing opportunities, adopting a rights-based approach to ensure people of all abilities and ages have access to the resources and support they need to lead healthy, active lives. What We Do: · Leisure Centre: A fully accessible 19m hydrotherapy swimming pool, social areas, small gym and fitness studio, designed to accommodate diverse needs. · Online Activity Hub: A digital service offering new opportunities for people with disabilities to engage with health, advocacy, and educational content, helping to improve digital and social inclusion. · Community-Based Sports Programming: Working with partners in the community to provide inclusive sports and physical activities. · Health Promotion and Education: Offering activities and resources that promote physical and mental well-being. About the Role: As a Sports & Leisure Attendant, you will be a vital member of our team. Your primary role will involve delivering and facilitating swimming programmes and other physical activity programmes within the leisure centre, helping individuals achieve their personal goals and maximize their potential. You may also be required to work across the other strands within the Sport & Leisure Department. Key Responsibilities: · Facilitate enjoyable and engaging swimming to promote physical, social, and emotional wellbeing. · Conduct regular health and safety checks across the facility. · Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. · Work closely with team members to ensure a collaborative, person-centred approach in all activities. · Perform plant room operations (full training provided) to help maintain a safe and functional pool environment. · Carry out general cleaning and maintenance duties to ensure high standards of hygiene and safety. · Engage in regular lifeguard training to maintain best practices and emergency readiness. About You: · You are enthusiastic, empathetic, and have a positive approach to working with individuals of all abilities. · You are a team player with excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop. · Experience in leisure, sports, or healthcare is a plus, but most importantly, you bring a caring attitude and a commitment to delivering exceptional support. Essential Criteria: If you are ready to take on a role where your work will have a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in providing high-quality opportunities for people with disabilities to lead healthy, active lifestyles For informal enquiries about the above posts please contact Sarah Hewitt, via email: sarah.hewitt@smh.ie Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm 16th March 2026 Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.
Animal Warden
THE JOB Dublin City Council is seeking to recruit Animal Wardens who will carry out a frontline operational role in delivering its citywide Animal Welfare and Control Services. The Animal Warden will work as part of the wider Animal Welfare team to provide Dog Warden Services, respond to reports of animal welfare concerns, the enforcement of breaches of animal control legislation as well as providing advice and guidance to queries from the general public in relation to animal welfare and owner’s responsibility. This will be done in a regulatory environment where specific responsibility will be designated under the relevant legislation to be enforced in the Dublin City administrative area. The Animal Wardens will report to the Assistant Inspector in Animal Welfare and Control Services or such other line manager as may be designated from time to time by the City Council. The person employed as Animal Warden shall, under the direction and supervision of the appropriate officer / s, be responsible primarily for the implementation of the provisions of the Control of Dogs Act, 1986 and the Control of Horses 1996 Acts and any other appropriate enactments (and any regulations made thereunder) in respect of the administrative area of Dublin City Council (which may occasionally extend outside the City boundary) and such other duties as may be assigned by the Council from time to time. This is a demanding position with responsibility for the effective delivery of a frontline service that is of statutory importance and is open to constant public scrutiny. The role will involve duties of an enforcement and investigative nature. Good judgement and decision making skills will be required in a law enforcement work environment that will present challenging situations from time to time. The ability to understand, convey and apply the law in a safe and respectful manner is central to this role. While an understanding of the relevant legislation and a strong empathy towards the welfare of all animals is essential each candidate will receive comprehensive training in animal care and safe handling techniques. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL • Have experience in enforcement, security and / or statutory regulatory role. • Have a genuine interest in animal welfare and be enthusiastic about pursuing a career in this field. • Have some knowledge and awareness of Animal Welfare and an understanding of the ‘Five Freedoms’ of animal welfare. • Have a good awareness and understanding of individual employee’s responsibility for compliance with measures put in place under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005. • Be willing and able to take instruction and follow through on tasks in accordance with agreed policies and procedures. • Have an ability to work on their own initiative, and without constant supervision. • Be reliable and flexible and be willing to work collaboratively in a positive team environment. • Have an outgoing personality with excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills. • Be confident and have an appropriate level of personal resilience to deal with challenging, potentially confrontational situations. • Have an ability and a willingness to learn to use any equipment, information systems and new technology relevant to the role. • Have an ability and willingness to learn and execute new practical skills and participate in appropriate training as and when required. QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER Each candidate 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 applications: • Have attained such a standard of education as would enable the candidate to carry out efficiently the duties of the post, including the writing of clear and concise reports. • Have satisfactory experience of compliance with Health and Safety legislation in the workplace, (both indoor and outdoor). • Have satisfactory experience of working in a team environment. • Have a satisfactory awareness of Animal Welfare legislation and regulations in relation to the Control of Horses and the Control of Dogs Acts. • Have the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with multiple stakeholders e.g. the general public; and external contractors / service providers. • Possess adequate competence in the use of IT systems. • Have the ability to gather relevant information and present findings where necessary to line management and adapt for specific purposes e.g. court proceedings. DESIRABLE • To have practical experience of an enforcement role. • To have experience of public engagement. • To have experience with conflict resolution. • To have practical experience of working in a live animal environment and a general familiarity with animal care, animal handling and animal behaviour. • To have worked with dogs and horses, including voluntary work, will be particularly relevant. On the date of application, the candidate must possess a current full driving licence (Categories B minimum) as they will be required to drive in the course of their duties. A fleet vehicle will be provided to the successful applicant. DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: • Respond as appropriate to day to day reports, requests and complaints from the general public relating to a variety of animal welfare and dog warden matters e.g. stray dogs or horses, incidents of dog attack, suspected animal cruelty or neglect. This will be a mix of on site and office based duties to be carried out in accordance with agreed process and procedures under the relevant legislation. • On site tasks will involve driving a Dublin City Council fleet vehicle to specified locations throughout the city, and will regularly require live animal handling, such as apprehension of stray dogs, dogs involved in incidents of dog attacks etc. • Making arrangements with Dublin City Council contractors for the removal of horses due to animal welfare issues, straying onto public land etc. • Regular transport of dogs to and from animal shelter facilities and routine cleaning / disinfection of vehicles and equipment. • Keeping accurate, timely and complete records on all operational activity using templates, formats and systems. • Regular co operation and good working relationships with personnel from animal shelter facilities, animal welfare organisations and other parties. • Regular visible patrols of public areas and open spaces to proactively monitor compliance with animal control legislation. • Delivery of a work plan to increase levels of dog licence compliance in Dublin City. • Positive interaction with the general public to increase awareness of owner’s responsibilities. • Attendance at planned community events and participation in promotional activities to increase general public awareness of Dublin City Council’s Animal Welfare and Control Services. • To carry out investigations to establish facts where necessary and follow through with appropriate action. • Serving of statutory notices and issuing of fines as an ‘Authorised Officer’ of Dublin City Council under the various Acts. • Preparation of written inspection and incident reports in whatever format and for whatever purposes, as may be required from time to time including for legal proceedings. • Attending court as necessary to present evidence on behalf of Dublin City Council in prosecution of animal welfare cases or non compliance with animal control requirements. • Assistance of An Garda Síochána as and when requested in planning and execution of operations involving animals and co operation on any follow up actions. • Attending training courses as required and when directed. • Compliance at all times with general personal responsibility and work specific measures put in place under Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. • To carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 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 or 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 Animal Warden - Animal Welfare and Control Services may 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 question 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 possesses the qualifications declared for the post and that they is otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, subject to the appropriate Department of Housing, Plan 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. 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: • Planning and Organising • Interpersonal Understanding / Communications • Customer Services • Personal Effectiveness • Knowledge and Experience Please see page 9 of the Candidate Information Booklet for more details. SALARY The fortnightly salary scale for the position of Animal Warden - Animal Welfare and Control Services is: €1,405.20; €1,421.98; €1,438.92; €1,455.58; €1,472.44; €1,489.28. 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 39 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. HOURS OF ATTENDANCE The Animal Warden – Animal Welfare will be required to work 39 hours per week on a number of different shifts. This role will attract a shift allowance. The normal hours of the service are between 9:00 am and 8:00 pm over a seven day week on a rota basis including Public Holidays. The working hours may be subject to alteration having regard to service demands. The holder of this position may also be required to work outside their assigned hours of duty. Any work which the holder of the post is authorised or required to do after completion of a normal day’s work will be paid at the rates agreed and appropriately sanctioned, or whatever alternative arrangement is applicable. UNIFORM As a condition of employment the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such uniform and / or items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dublin City Council. 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 we hereby reserve 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 our ongoing commitment to support the Irish language, our leadership on the Gaeilge365 programme and to comply with the Official Languages (Amendment) Act 2021, we are gathering information 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, we are asking all applicants 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 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. • 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. • Dublin City Council 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 City Council, or who does not, when requested, furnish such evidence as the City Council requires in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. • The City Council will not be responsible for any expenses candidates may incur in connection with their candidature. • The onus is on the candidate to keep a regular check on their Email Account as email notifications of updates may sometimes be filtered into your Junk / Spam email folders. Dublin City Council accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant. • Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre employment medical and reference checks prior to final offer and appointment.
Business Account Manager
GET TO KNOW US We are the number 1 professional skincare brand globally and we are passionate about bringing everyone skin confidence. At Dermalogica we are on a mission to change and revolutionise this industry. The way we do this is by our 3 pillars which form our brand DNA. Education, Personalisation, and Human Touch. Do you dream of being part of this industry changing movement? If so, we are looking for inspirational top talent to be part of something special. KNOW THE ROLE A Dermalogica Business Account Manager is at the true heart of where these results happen in our Business. Based on the shop floor with your team, you are responsible for encompassing our mission of empowering and educating all our customers to achieve their best skin possible. You will drive new business opportunities and encourage your team to think outside the box and help them excel. KNOW HOW WE WORK Experience is our business: Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time. We Are More Than Shops: We create enjoyable places, to excite, where people socialise, discover, learn and are inspired, and where local communities are enriched. We are Curators: Our unique range of product and services are key to the sense of excitement that Brown Thomas Arnotts is renowned for, whether for a special day or every day, things that make our customer’s lives better. We Care for Our People: We believe a great customer experience starts with a great people experience. That is why we promote a culture where talent is nurtured and where creativity and learning are valued. We Succeed by Working Sustainably: We are community-focused and our aim is to cultivate retail environments that are conscious, considerate and commercial. Back Share Apply Now
DML Staff Nurse General
Location of post There is currently one permanent whole-time vacancy available in St Brigid’s Hospital, Curragh, Co. Kildare A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Dublin and Midlands Regional Health Area from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Aideen Heneghan Interim Director of Nursing 086 7810471 Aideen.heneghan@hse.ie The Staff Nurse will provide a level 3 specialist skilled compassionate palliative care to people with life limiting illness including respite care, symptom management and end of life care in a consultant led specialist palliative care service.
