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The Role The Staff Welfare Officer provides a range of supports to employees, which focus on their well-being, while also helping employees to engage with innovative preventative measures to avoid injury and illness and to help enhance their daily lives. They offer support, advise management on welfare policies, handle confidential issues, and bridge communication between staff and employers. The Staff Welfare Officer reports to the Administrative Officer, People Services, or such designated person(s) as may be assigned from time to time. Duties The duties of the Staff Welfare Officer include, but are not limited to the following: • Act as the first point of contact for staff experiencing personal or work-related difficulties and provide confidential support to help resolve issues. • Promote awareness of the Council’s Staff Welfare service and actively communicate its benefits to staff. • Work with the Wellbeing Team to plan, promote and roll out wellbeing and resilience programmes across the organisation. • Provide an active outreach to staff members on long-term sick leave, where appropriate. • Advise management on strategies to improve absence management and related performance indicators. • Direct staff to appropriate external support services when required. • Liaise with external agencies and the Council’s Medical Advisors regarding the provision of information and supports on health promotion. • Collaborate with the Learning and Development team in relation to the development and roll-out of health, wellness and welfare training programmes. • Develop and maintain a Staff Welfare Charter and annual work plan. • Ensure information on staff welfare policies and procedures is dispersed to all staff in a timely manner. • To take an interest in, and actively encourage general welfare, social and recreational activities amongst the Council’s staff. • Meet new staff members to provide information on available welfare facilities and supports. • Contribute to the development and roll out of health awareness initiatives and programmes. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the various state, semi-state, medical, voluntary and other agencies whose services may benefit staff. • To advise, as required, on the formulation of staff welfare policies and to assist in the development and implementation of such policies. • Maintain appropriate records in line with confidentiality requirements. • Report directly to the Senior Executive Officer, People Services or their nominee and liaise with Heads of Departments and relevant external agencies as necessary in the carrying out of their duties. • Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time. These tasks which are indicative rather than exhaustive are carried out under general supervision. Qualifications and Requirements of the Post CHARACTER Each candidate must 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, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Candidates must on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms have: (a) hold a professional qualification in Social Work prescribed under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 (as amended): or (b) have a Letter of Validation issued by CORU/National Social Work Qualifications Board; (c) be eligible for registration with CORU; (d) possess a high standard of administrative and management experience; and (e) have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organization. The ideal candidate shall: • Have strong communication, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills. • Have a proven track record in the promotion of staff welfare. • Provide satisfactory evidence of their ability to relate well to people and to guide them towards the resolution of their difficulties with sensitivity and sound judgement. • Will have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organization and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • Be in possession of a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category A1, A and/or B) as they may be required to drive in the course of their duties. Candidates may be shortlisted based on the desirables listed above. 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 Staff Welfare Officer 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. Benefits At Fingal County Council, we value our employees and want to support them to develop their careers. We offer flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries and pension benefits, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path in a supportive and inclusive culture and the opportunity to make a difference, along with the following benefits: ➢ Standard working day is 9-5 ➢ Excellent Work/Life balance with Family Friendly Schemes such as Shorter Working Year and Worksharing ➢ Opportunities for promotion and career development ➢ Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme ➢ Pension Scheme ➢ Blended Working available - up to 2 days per week ➢ Ongoing training and higher educational support ➢ Cycle to Work Scheme Particulars of Employment The employment is whole 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 their 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. SALARY €55,209, €57,809, €60,432, €63,076, €65,707, €68,342, €70,979 (LSI 1), €72,357 (LSI 2) per annum. 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. 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 they fail 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.
Local Community Safety Partnership Administrator
The Role The Department of Justice has developed a community safety policy based on a key principle that policing is not the responsibility of the police alone and involves other agencies of Government such as health and social services. The Community Safety Policy proposes a whole-of-government approach to community safety. At the heart of this policy is the principle that every community has the right to be and feel safe in order to thrive and flourish. This new approach will be delivered through Local Community Safety Partnerships (LCSPs), supported through a national governance structure. This structure will ensure that communities are empowered to have a strong say in what actions are prioritised by the services operating in their area and will also have a key oversight role in ensuring those actions are followed through. The Local Community Safety Partnership Administrator (LCSP Administrator) is a support or supervisory position within the Operations Directorate, Fingal County Council. The postholder will play a key role in providing operational and administrative support to the LCSP Coordinator to establish and run an efficient and effective secretariat, supporting all the administrative and organisational requirements of the LCSPs. The successful candidate will also support the work of the LCSP Coordinator in the design and delivery of community safety projects in the relevant local authority area. The LCSP Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Community Safety activities in the relevant local authority area. The LCSP Administrator is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence. The person appointed will be required to work in any location within the Fingal administrative area as may be necessary for the role. The position will from time to time require work to be conducted/completed outside of normal office hours. Duties The duties may include but are not limited to: • Taking decisions within clearly defined policy; on eligibility or entitlement to services, grants, superannuation benefits etc. • Dealing with the members of the LCSP’s, Department of Justice and all stakeholders by telephone, email and at events and meetings. • Undertaking casework and research on specific areas of service in regard to the work of the Safety Partnerships and issues relating to community safety. • Briefing and training new staff in the workings of the section. • Implementing agreed procedures, schemes and policies of the Council. • Servicing meetings of the LCSP’s and sub-committees of the Partnerships. • Attending meetings of the Partnership. • Arranging and attending events and evening meetings. • Preparing documents for meetings including agenda and draft minutes. • Presentation preparation and delivery. • Providing high-level secretarial services. • Financial management – payments, invoicing and budgetary control. Qualifications and requirements of the post CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. HEALTH Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (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 (c) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (d) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, or (ii) be a serving employee in a Local Authority, or a Regional Assembly and have at least 2 years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or an analogous post. The ideal candidate will: • Be in possession of a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category A1, A and/or B) as they will be required to drive in the course of their duties. • Have strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Have experience in minute taking in meeting settings with multiple stakeholders. • Have a satisfactory understanding of the Council’s purpose and priorities and knowledge of public service organisation in Ireland in order to achieve effective service delivery. • Have ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the delivery of key policy objectives. • Be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative. 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 Local Community Safety Partnership Administrator 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. Benefits At Fingal County Council, we value our employees and want to support them to develop their careers. We offer flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries and pension benefits, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path in a supportive and inclusive culture and the opportunity to make a difference, along with the following benefits: ➢ Standard working day is 9-5 with Flexitime (up to 13 flexi days per year) ➢ Excellent Work/Life balance with Family Friendly Schemes such as Shorter Working Year and Worksharing ➢ Opportunities for promotion and career development ➢ Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme ➢ Pension Scheme ➢ Blended Working available - up to 2 days per week ➢ Ongoing training and higher educational support ➢ Cycle to Work Scheme Particulars of Employment The employment is wholetime, 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 dependant 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 Where persons who are not already employees of a Local Authority are employed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such employment take 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. SALARY €35,613, €37,740, €40,759, €42,741, €44,475, €46,153, €48,417, €50,056, €51,722, €53,296, (LSI 1), €54,911 (LSI 2). 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. APPOINTMENT 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.
Driver
The Role The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. Wages €683.62 (minimum) - €712.08 (maximum). Does not include relevant allowances. Hours of Work The successful candidates normal hours of work will be 39 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for this position is 25 days. Qualifications Character Candidates will 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. Essential Education, Training and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Have reached a good standard of general education as will enable them to perform satisfactorily the duties of the post; Hold a full Class C Driving Licence free from endorsements. Candidates may be required to undergo a driving assessment before being considered for driving duties. Have previous work experience carrying out manual labour in the construction industry. Have previous experience of driving vehicles used in the area of construction, agriculture or horticulture. Hold a valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence Card (Driver CPC Card) prior to taking up duty. Have a valid Safe Pass Card prior to taking up duty. Desirable Education, Training and Experience Hold a full Class CE Driving Licence free from endorsement Experience using HIAB. Have an awareness of eco-driving and how to implement. Key Competencies / Skills • Motivation and interest. • Communication and teamwork. • Awareness of Health and Safety. • Initiative and problem solving. • Local government knowledge. Candidates are requested to give an example of a situation which highlights the behaviour, skills and attitude that underpin effective performance in these areas and which demonstrates their suitability to meet the challenges of this role. Candidates should ensure the example used clearly demonstrates their ability in this area and that the scale and scope of the example given is appropriate to the post and level of the post. Duties Duties will include but are not limited to: Driving a lorry / van or any Council vehicle (as assigned) and General Operative duties. Carrying out works with the crew. General maintenance of the vehicle (including washing, fuelling, oil checks, wheel replacement and so on) on a regular basis, or as required. Use of a driver fob as required by the organisation. Carry out daily vehicle checks as per Road Safety Authority (Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness) (Vehicle Maintenance and Repair regulations 2013). Checks may be carried using the relevant mobile application. Regular charging of an Electric Vehicle including maintaining vehicle charge to ensure it is road worthy. Adhering to the SDCC policy on refuelling including the correct use of an assigned fuel fob. Have due regard to Health, Safety and Welfare at Work legislation. Loading of vehicles and operation of any lifting equipment and so on. Operating equipment, tools and machinery as required. Assuming personal responsibility for own safety at work. Working collaboratively with other staff. Operating any machinery, equipment and associated items as required including operating existing technology and any new technology that may be introduced in the future and be responsible for such items under his / her control. This will include recording daily operations on such systems (for example vehicle logbook data entry or daily vehicle check through smartphone or tablet). Keeping records relating to his/her duties as directed by the supervisory staff. Dealing effectively and courteously with customers. Comply with all Council policies and procedures in all aspects of their work with / on behalf of the Council including the Procedure for the use of South Dublin County Council Vehicles. Submit motor claim accident reports to the Machinery Yard Engineer within 24 hours of any incident occurring. Maintain a vehicle logbook, recording details of all journeys undertaken by the vehicle they are driving. Journey logs may be completed on a mobile application. Ensure qualifications such as CPC courses, Health and Safety courses, Safe Pass and other training skills are updated as required. Adherence to the outcome of the Council’s Fleet Management Review. On assignment to Housing Maintenance, he/she will be required to carry out all the duties allocated to him/her through its Supervisory Staff, relating to the repair and maintenance of the Council’s Social Housing Stock and it environs, including the removal of waste from internal and external areas, general maintenance of garden areas, small construction maintenance works, assist in the upkeep of external and internal communal areas of multi-unit developments & assist craft workers in completing their tasks. The post holder will be available, if called on, for night, weekend or other duties outside of normal hours, when required. The post holder may be assigned to any Directorate or work location, from time to time, as determined by Management. Any other duties appropriate to the grade of Driver or General Operative that may be assigned from time to time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance.
Community Employment Supervisor
The Role The employment is temporary, wholetime and pensionable. A specific purpose contract will apply for the duration of time that the Department of Social Protection promote and support the Community Employment Schemes within the control of South Dublin County Council (SDCC). A panel will be formed to fill temporary positions. Wages €728.92 (min) to €880.37 (max) per week A person who is not an existing CE Supervisor will commence on point 1 of the scale for the position. Hours of Work The CE Supervisor post is full-time, 39 hours per week (every week) irrespective of the specific work arrangements for the participants. The hours will coincide with the hours worked by participants except where work is scheduled to cover more than 39 hours per week. In this instance the Supervisor should be available at peak and essential times to suit the nature of the work being done. The 39 hours excludes time off for lunch periods. The Council reserves the right to alter the CE Supervisor’s hours of work from time to time. Annual Leave 20 days per annum inclusive of Good Friday and Easter (should Christmas Eve fall on a working day) and pro rata for lesser periods. Qualifications Character Candidates will 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. Essential Education, Training and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Have attained Major award at 3rd level qualification (NFQ Level 6 or higher) in Business/Financial Administration, Training, Human Resources, Project Management or related disciplines. Have 3 years’ supervisory experience ICT skills are essential for example MS Office. Be a competent driver with a full driving licence category “B” without endorsement. Have access to transport. Desirable Education, Training and Experience Be able to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance standards and ethics standards are adhered to and maintained; Understand the changing environment and be capable of implementing change in order to deliver quality services to our citizens; Demonstrate relevant administrative experience; Be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative; 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 strong interpersonal skills. Key Competencies / Skills • Delivering results • Performance through People • Personal effectiveness • Local government knowledge and understanding Candidates are requested to give an example of a situation which highlights the behaviour, skills and attitude that underpin effective performance in these areas and which demonstrates their suitability to meet the challenges of this role. Candidates should ensure the example used clearly demonstrates their ability in this area and that the scale and scope of the example given is appropriate to the post and level of the post. Duties Duties will include but are not limited to: The Supervisor, under the general supervision of the Area Community Officer and in conjunction with the Management Committee of the Centre(s), will be involved in the day to day running of the Centre(s) and will be required to oversee the administrative, technical and participant development aspects of the project. In particular, the duties of the Community Employment Supervisor will include, but are not limited to, the following: Work to advertise Community Employment participants opportunities and take all appropriate steps to recruit Community Employment participants in line with SDCC and DEASP recruitment procedures. Allocate duties to the individual Community Employment (CE) participants. Preparation and implementation of rosters for the Community Employment participants to provide the optimum coverage for the operation of Centre(s). Supervise Community Employment participants and work undertaken by participants on the project Act as a first point of support to Community Employment participants Implementation of local management decisions insofar as they concern the Community Employment participants. Liaison with Centre Management Committee(s) and Community Employment participants. Assisting Centre Management Committee with the development of activity programmes for their Centre(s). Maintain relevant attendance records and make necessary returns with regard to payment of Community Employment participants. Carrying out the instructions of appropriate South Dublin County Council officials. Manage project finance and administration on behalf of South Dublin County Council. Report to South Dublin County Council on all aspects of the scheme as requested. Liaise with individual Centres, Community Employment Scheme Projects and South Dublin County Council’s Area Community Team. Adherence to agreed ratios as referenced to Labour Relations Commission (LRC) 16000, 2nd November, 1998. This refers to the pay thresholds of participants to supervisors. Develop and implement the Individual Learning Plan with regard to the training requirements for each Community Employment participant. Make sure that a profile of each individual participant’s needs is drawn up through one-to-one consultations, and that this profile is reflected in the Individual Learner Plan. Prepare quarterly reports on the operation of the scheme particularly with reference to the implementation of the Individual Learning Plan. Ensuring the organisation, planning and contracting of training as per Community Employment participant agreed training needs. Organise and monitor training provided. Provide training inputs as advised by DEASP. Develop participants’ employability skills and support progression. Organise and increase the take up of external work experience option for Community Employment participants – up to 4 weeks during 12 month period Plan and manage project work so that it becomes a structured work experience programme. Provide guidance and mentoring to Community Employment participants. Liaise, as appropriate, with statutory, voluntary organisations and employers Maintain ongoing development/ progression records of Community Employment participants Identify participants who are not ready for progression and refer to supplementary supports Draw up and implement exit plan for progressing of each Community Employment participant Keep record of Progression achieved for participants exiting scheme. Provide follow-up on past Community Employment participants for a pre-determined period. Liaise and follow up with local employers and local DEASP/ Local Employment Services (LES). Adhere to and implement the DEASP quality assurance system Provide project/ participant reports and data as required by DEASP. Attend all Community Employment Supervisor training/briefings organised by the DEASP as part of their supervisory duties. Keep the Participant Development Officer informed of the progress of the planning and delivery of participant development and should consult with the Development Officer for support. Development and implementation of the Participant Development Plan. Developing participants’ employability skills and supporting progression. Improved referral mechanisms for all participants who leave CE to DEASP employment services. Maintain hard/electronic relevant records in accordance with SDCC requirements and the DEASP quality system and in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) regulations. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance.
Open Spaces And Streetscene Supervisor
There are currently two permanent, full-time posts and one permanent, part-time post. To register and apply for this job, go to Open Spaces and Streetscene Supervisor (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As Protestants are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Further information can be found in the application pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Front Office Coordinator
Main purpose of job To be responsible to the Operations Manager (Belfast Castle/Malone House) for the provision of a reception front of house and clerical support facility, dealing with function enquiries to promote and sell the available facilities and to liaise with customers in all aspects of room bookings, including the processing of such. To assist the relevant manager with on-site complaints and issues that arise. Summary of responsibilities and personal duties 1. To promote and sell the facilities of Belfast Castle and Malone House for conferences, wedding receptions and other commercial and social events and to make appointments and conduct show-rounds as required. 2. To be the first point of contact for users entering the facilities, and provide relevant information and answer queries as requested including those relating to the history of the building, including ensuring that all contractors sign in and out of the visitors register. 3. To deputise as required, within their own sphere of responsibility, for the Operations Manager (Belfast Castle/Malone House) and in their absence liaise with identified personnel as required. 4. To deal with complaints and liaise with the relevant statutory body as required in conjunction with the Operations Manager. 5. In the absence of the manager(s) be responsible for evacuating the building and liaise with emergency services according to evacuation procedures. 6. To reset appropriate security alarm systems and page appropriate management to deal with security or other problems arising, as per operational procedures. 7. To liaise with the franchised catering company, as required, to ensure they are notified of bookings and other requirements, including providing administrative support such as typing of menus, table plans and invoices and taking restaurant bookings. 8. To operate all support systems, procedures and records, including issuing contracts and preparing invoices. 9. To deal with function enquiries in all aspects of room bookings and specific requirements, including AV equipment hire and room set ups. 10. To undertake the full range of clerical and administrative duties as required, including assisting with the completion of rotas and timesheets and associated issues. 11. To receive monies and issue receipts for catering payments and gift vouchers, etc on behalf of the franchised catering company, and undertake additional cash handling duties including control of float, sale of sundry items and taking of deposits for room hire, in accordance with the relevant procedures. 12. To assist with the management of ancillary facilities to the main venues including sales, collection of purchases, catalogues, compiling final summary of accounts for Higgin Gallery, signing-in register for staff, issuing of keys. 13. To implement the policies of Belfast City Council and comply with the procedures of the Place and Economy Department. 14. To assist in training staff as requested by the appropriate manager, including placement student and casual staff. 15. To administer basic first aid when required and take appropriate remedial action to avoid any reoccurrence of accidents and complete relevant documentation as required in accordance with relevant procedures. 16. To be the responsible person and administer the legal agreement required to facilitate civil wedding services and civil partnerships and ensure all services run to the specified time schedule. 17. To participate in all induction and in-service training provided by Belfast City Council and in the induction and support of all newly appointed staff and other human resource management policies and procedures, as appropriate, including, absence management, disciplinary and grievance procedure. 18. To act in accordance with the council and departmental policies and procedures including customer care, equal opportunities, health and safety, safeguarding and any pertinent legislation. 19. To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the council. 20. To undertake such other relevant duties as may from time to time be required. This job description has been written at a time of significant organisational change and it will be subject to review and amendment as the demands of the role and the organisation evolve. Therefore, the post-holder will be required to be flexible, adaptable and aware that they may be asked to perform tasks, duties and responsibilities which are not specifically detailed in the job description, but which are commensurate with the role. Essential criteria Experience Applicants must , as at the closing date for receipt of application forms, be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least one year’s relevant experience, in each of the following two areas: a) using standard Microsoft Office programmes; and b) working in a customer facing environment, which must include cash handling duties. Desirable criteria In addition to the above experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to short-list only those applicants who, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms: · in the first instance, can demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples on the application form, at least two years’ relevant experience in each of the two aforementioned areas (a) and (b); and · in the second instance, have at least five GCSEs (grades A – C) including English, or equivalent relevant qualifications. Special skills and attributes Applicants must also be able to demonstrate evidence of each of the following skills and attributes which may be tested at interview: Communication skills: The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with members of the public and internal and external customers. Customer care skills: The ability to deal effectively with both internal and external customers to create a good impression and enhance and protect the image of Belfast City Council. Organisational and work planning skills: The ability to prioritise workload to achieve team objectives. Team working skills: The ability to work individually and in a team to achieve team objectives. Information technology skills: The ability to use a range of standard office packages and finance packages. Performance management skills: An understanding of the principles of performance management and the importance of continuous improvement within the workplace. Health and safety awareness: An understanding of basic health and safety responsibilities. Financial skills: the ability to undertake basic cash handling duties including taking monies and issuing receipts.
Systems Support Assistant
There is currently one permanent, full-time post. To register and apply for this job, go to Systems Support Assistant (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Safer City Project Officer
There is currently one permanent, full-time post. To register and apply for this job, go to Safer City Project Officer (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As Protestants are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Further information can be found in the application pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Digital Innovation And Regeneration Officer
** Please read the Digital Innovation and Regeneration Officer Candidate Information before completing your application ** Job Summary The Digital Innovation and Regeneration Officer will support the development, implementation and delivery of a range of strategic digital innovation projects such the Digital Transformation Flexible Fund (DTFF), digital initiatives taken forward through City and Growth Deals, and other relevant digital regeneration projects with Council (externally focused). Duration of Appointment Post 1: Permanent. Post 2: Temporary funded post until 31.12.2026 (which may be extended). Reserve List Whilst the Council are recruiting for two Digital Innovation and Regeneration Officers as outlined above, please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Digital Innovation and Regeneration Officer positions at Council Offices in both Downpatrick and Warrenpoint Town Hall for a period of 12 months. Work Pattern 36hrs Monday – Friday. All posts are eligible to participate in the Flexi Scheme. Post holders must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Location Downpatrick or Warrenpoint Town Hall. Salary PO2, spinal point 31-34, £41,771- £45,091 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked). Plus 19% employer pension contribution. It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.
Capital Projects Manager
** Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application ** Job Summary The Capital Projects Manager will be responsible for the effective day to day management of the delivery of the Council Capital Projects programme assigned to the Corporate Services Directorate and for and implementing the Council’s strategies, within their areas of responsibility. In this capacity, the postholder will provide effective management to their section(s) ensuring service excellence and value for money. The postholder will support the Head of Capital Projects to create a high performing culture through their contribution to the development and delivery of the key objectives of the Directorate and Department. They will support transformational change within the Capital Projects Section ensuring and implementing integration of new and current functions and responsibilities. They will assist in the delivery of high quality services across the Capital Projects Section by using performance management to drive continuous improvement and by effectively using Council’s resources. Hours of work 36 hours per week. Duration of Appointment Permanent. Work Pattern Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Location Location is Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick. Whilst the current vacant post is based in Downpatrick, suitable candidates who are placed on a reserve list may be offered a similar post in other Council locations. The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary PO2, SCP 31-34, currently £41,771 - £45,091 per annum based on a 36-hour week (pro rata to hours worked). It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.
