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We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. Why join the Graduate Management Training Programme? As a Graduate Management Trainee, you'll have the freedom and support to explore your leadership potential - and the opportunity to become a branch manager in one of our retail operations in as little as two years. In fact, most of our senior leaders began their careers in this very role - including our current CEO. From day one, we’ll invest in you. You’ll be in a supportive environment where you’ll take on real responsibilities and gain invaluable hands-on experience in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, operations, and more. We work hard and reward hard work Your work will be recognised with performance-based incentives and opportunities for continued promotion. Our unique promote-from-within culture means you can keep your career moving forward without having to change organisations. Award-winning training and development Whether you’re building on existing strengths or developing new ones, your growth is our priority. Through classroom learning, on-the-job training, and mentorship, you’ll have the tools and support to take the next step – and the one after that. Our doors are open As a Graduate Management Trainee, your experience at Enterprise Mobility will be as unique as you because you shape who we are as much as we shape your skills, path and potential. We pride ourselves on opening our doors to a variety of voices, giving way to an experience that’s both inclusive and that inspires diversity of thought. ResponsibilitiesView less From your very first day, you’ll be trusted with real responsibility and exposed to all areas of our business. You’ll develop skills in: Customer Service: deliver exceptional experiences by confidently handling reservations, resolving enquiries, and building rapport with a diverse range of customers. Sales and Marketing: connect with local business partners, grow your network and develop lasting relationships. Financial Control and Profitability: understand the financial mechanics of a successful business, including cost control and interpreting profit and loss statements. Operations and Logistics: learn how to manage a fleet, plan strategically, and drive performance. Leadership and Development: take the lead in mentoring, training, and developing your own team - with the opportunity to manage and promote others as you grow. QualificationsView less CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Household Survey Interviewers
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) frequently hire Temporary and Permanent Household Survey Interviewers to conduct essential surveys across Ireland. With an average of 25.15 hours per week, this role is designed for individuals who can work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to best reach survey participants. Interviewers will be assigned to locations based on their home address, as surveys are conducted nationwide. Successful candidates may work on various surveys, including the Labour Force Survey (LFS), Survey of Income and Living Conditions (SILC), Household Budget Survey (HBS), and the Growing Up in Ireland study. More information on these household surveys is available on our website. Survey interviewers should hold a valid full driving license and have access to a car for work-related travel. Survey Interviewers must be available to work 25.15 hours weekly include evenings and weekend work. To Register Your Interest in becoming a Household Survey Interviewer, click the Apply button on the left and we will notify you when a vacancy becomes available. Please note that by registering your interest you will be applying to be notified when a campaign for this role is live. You can then complete and submit an application form. We look forward to hearing from you.
Community Manager
We are hiring a Community Manager in Ennis, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Community Manager Contracts Available: Permanent Full-Time 78/78 (78 hours per fortnight) Location: Ennis, Co. Clare The role of a Community Manager The purpose of this position is to provide efficient and effective management and co-ordination of service delivery within the designated area of responsibility in accordance with the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland policies, procedures and guidelines. The Community Manager will ensure the day to day management of the Services in their area reflects the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity Services, and will foster and promote this vision in their relationships with Individuals supported by the Service, their families, staff members, and the wider community. The Community Manager will be responsible for the development and overall management of their Services, which will include a wide range of day and residential services for adults with intellectual disabilities in local community settings. The Community Manager will liaise and provide overall leadership to Co-Ordinators, Team Leaders and Staff Members. The Community Manager has a pivotal role in ensuring that the day to day operations reflect the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity Services Clare and that the needs of individuals are being met. The Community Manager will be an active member of the West Clare Services, participating in the operational and strategic development. Essential: **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€68,073- €77,893 Pro-Rata) · 30 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Closing Date for Applications: 18th of January, 2026 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer INDC
Team Leader
We’re on the lookout for a friendly and upbeat Team Leader to bring energy, positivity, and great vibes to our store! In this role, you’ll be right at the heart of it, supporting your Store Manager, keeping the team motivated, and making sure every customer leaves with exactly what they came in for (and a smile to go with it). When your Store Manager’s away, you’ll step up and keep things running smoothly with confidence and care. The day to day You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the store—creating great customer experiences and driving commercial success. You’ll lead by example, showing what great service looks like and bringing the cardfactory Way to life. Along the way, you’ll help others grow while continuing to build your own skills. With your energy and commercial know-how, you’ll drive store initiatives, keep communication flowing, and create a positive, inclusive vibe. And by keeping an eye on the numbers, you’ll help make sure everything’s running smoothly, and the team is thriving. About You What we’re looking for: Why join us If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, this could be the perfect opportunity. At cardfactory, we’re all about celebrating people—and that includes you. You’ll be supported every step of the journey, with opportunities to grow, lead, and shine. We’ll back your potential, cheer on your progress, and help you grow. Sound like a perfect fit? Apply today and let’s make every day a celebration!
Crew Member
To meet the criteria for this role, you will be required to be available to work within Weekdays and Weekends, working shifts across Early Mornings, Afternoons & Evenings . Please only apply if you are able to meet these requirements. Note that the restaurant you are applying for is a new restaurant in New Ross set to open in mid February 2025, your training may require travel to other McDonald's restaurants nearby. We are using the recruitment system for McDonald's Wexford, so some of the automated communication with the chat bot may be confusing where it references the job location as McDonald's Wexford in Drinagh Retail Park. Please disregard this communication. McDonald's are one of the most recognised brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all. Join us and you'll become part of a team, that works together to provide the best customer experience. If you've visited one of our restaurants before, you’ve probably got some idea of what's involved in working here. But you might not realise the variety and scope of the role. We want every McDonald's customer to have a brilliant experience, every time they visit. That means hot food in a clean and friendly restaurant. As a Crew Member, you'll make it happen, whether you're preparing food, serving on the till or being out in the dining areas looking after our customers' needs. You will consistently deliver the highest standards of quality, service and cleanliness in the restaurant. Provide friendly, fast and accurate service. Complete tasks and activities in line with training, company guidelines and management direction. Follow all workplace safety, security and food hygiene procedures. Treat all customers and colleagues with courtesy and respect working as a supportive team member. Friendly, welcoming, courteous and helpful behaviour will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication and eye contact are a must. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile, enthusiasm, energy, plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued. Benefits package includes: Flexible scheduling, Holiday pay, Service Awards, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands, free parking, long service awards, generous crew rewards schemes, Employee of the Month programmes, and much more.... CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Lifeguard/Instructor
Clare County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Clare County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of Lifeguard Instructor from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6-12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The Active Ennis Leisure Complex is a complete indoor health and fitness arena with white flag accreditation, providing pool and gym-based activities for all individuals and clubs in Ennis and further afield. Active Ennis Leisure Complex has for many years had a great association with water safety and with the Lifeguard Service in particular. Many of the lifeguards who have guarded the beaches of Clare over the years availed of their early training in the pool. Active Ennis Leisure Complex is widely recognised as the centre of excellence for swim lessons in Clare. Our team of instructors has vast experience teaching adults and children at all levels from beginner to competitive swimmer. The principal duty of the Lifeguard Instructor shall be to safeguard the users of the pool by maintaining a constant observation of all swimmers while on duty. The successful candidate will also be tasked to work across other streams of activities provided within the Complex for example, teaching swimming classes, lifesaving lessons, aquafit classes, running camps, allowing the candidate to develop their career potential. Training will be provided. Desirable: Certificate in Pool Plant Operations Aqua Aerobics Instructor Certificate Gym Instructor Qualification The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require. The duties will include but will not be limited to the following: The principal duty of the Lifeguard Instructor shall be to safeguard the users of the pool by maintaining a constant observation of all swimmers while on duty. The Lifeguard Instructor may be tasked to work across the other streams of activities provided within the Active Ennis complex and where relevant particular training for the duties will be provided or verified by the Manager. • On commencement of daily duties, shall inspect all equipment at their disposal and ensure that it is serviceable. They shall then inspect the pool and pool area, making sure that it is clean and safe for use. • When defects are noticed, shall rectify them where possible, and if not, immediately bring them to the attention of the Supervisor. Point out the regulations to the swimmers and make sure that hygiene is practised by them in the use of showers, etc. See that the pool users are well behaved and shall discourage any conduct that might lead to the injury or discomfort of other swimmers. Where minor offences occur, such as disobeying instructions or breaking the rules, the offenders shall be warned before being reported to the Management. Immediately report to the Duty Manager incidents of gross misconduct. The successful candidate will be required to teach swimming, lifesaving lessons & aquafit, take classes, run Camps & Birthday Parties. (training will be provided). Encourage and promote swimming and the use of the pool. Stand in for the Duty Manager in operating the pool equipment when occasion demands. • Co-operate with the Duty Manager in maintaining the efficient running of the pool. Give any information in relation to the pool to the County Council or its officials as requested from time to time. • Render first-aid and resuscitation when/if required and shall make every effort to improve competency in this regard. Required to carry out hygiene duties in and around the pool area/changing village and the Leisure Complex when required. Any other duties as assigned by the line manager. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a National Pool Lifeguard Award Level 2 from Water Safety Ireland. Valid original certificate will be required to be presented prior to employment. OR (b) Applicants who hold a lifeguard qualification from another recognised body can apply; however, if successful, they must complete and pass the National Pool Lifeguard Award Level 2 course from Water Safety Ireland before commencing employment. This course will be provided by Clare County council. (c) Hold a Full Swim Teacher Award/Qualification from Water Safety Ireland or equivalent. OR (d) Hold an Assistant Swim Teacher Award from Water Safety Ireland or Swim Ireland. Successful applicants must obtain a full Swim Teacher Award from Water Safety Ireland within their one-year probationary period. (e) A current Certificate in Occupational First Aid, or the ability to obtain this certification prior to commencement of employment. (f) Have a good standard of education to enable them to carry out their duties efficiently. Failure to input and upload proof of essential criteria in your application form will deem you ineligible for this competition. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current salary scale applicable to the post (August 2025): €40,934, €41,137, €41,323, €41,429, €41,429, €41,429, €41,429, €41,497, €41,603, €41,716, €41,838, €41,948, €42,059 The post-holder may be required to work a 39 hour week, and will be required to work evenings and weekends as part of their normal working week. The post-holder may be required to work Sunday as part of your employment contract and in accordance with Section 14(1) of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 the fact of you having to work on that day has been taken into account in the determination of your pay. Payment for working a public holiday will be in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and as determined by Clare County Council. A roster may be in operation as determined by the Line Manager
Sports Facilities Assistant
Clare County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Clare County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of Sports Facilities Assistant from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6-12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The Sports Facilities Assistant will be a member of a team based at the Active Kilrush Sports grounds on the Cooraclare Road in Kilrush, reporting to the Senior General Services Supervisor in the Kilrush area. The team are part of the Municipal District Team that are managed by staff based in the Town Hall in Kilrush. The role involves ensuring the daily operation, maintenance, and safety of the sports grounds and facilities and providing high standards of customer service. The Sports Facilities Assistant will be required to assist the management of the sports facilities, ensuring an appropriate level of service is available to all customers, to market the facilities and to ensure compliance with Clare County Council’s Occupational Health and Safety Management System. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated adaptable and flexible person capable of acting on their own initiative, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services. They will be required to be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and event days as required. They will be required to Liaise daily with Central Office at Active Ennis Leisure Complex to get the daily bookings and record details on the daily booking sheet. Essential: Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or sports facility maintenance (advantageous). Previous Experience working in a sports facility, community centre, or similar environment involving customer-facing roles. Basic knowledge of turf management, irrigation systems, and sports field preparation. Ability to operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment such as mowers, line markers, and tractors. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team. Good physical fitness, as the role involves manual labour and working outdoors in various weather conditions. Understanding of health and safety regulations. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event days as required. The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require. The duties will include but will not be limited to the following: Responsibility for the efficient administration, use and maintenance of the synthetic pitches, changing facilities, conventional pitches, running tracks, and inspections of all the facilities at Cooraclare Road; Responsibility for the marking out and watering of pitches as required. Ability to use machinery including tractor, lawnmower, strimmer, etc is essential; Set up and tidy away equipment as necessary; Responsibility for the overall security and the opening and closing of facilities and dressing rooms with appropriate security checks including setting of alarm; Keeping facilities and grounds clean, tidy and free of litter including entrance road, shrubberies, footpaths/grass margins; Supervision of pitches at Cooraclare Road as and when required; Liaising with clubs, schools, groups, sundry organizations and individuals using the facilities; Report any serious defects/repairs required etc immediately to the Line Manager; Responsibility for the carrying out of repairs to equipment, surfaces, painting, furniture and signage as the need arises; Monitor and control usage of electricity, heating, hot water, etc; Act as keyholder; Liaise daily with Central Office at Active Ennis Leisure Complex to get the daily bookings and record details on the daily booking sheet; Complying with all H&S regulations; Additional duties as assigned by the Line Manager. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) have a good standard of general education to include literacy skills. (b) have a good standard of general computer skills (computer literate –ECDL level) (c) have previous experience as a General Operative in the Local Authority or horticulture / landscaping sector. (d) have a current Class B Driving Licence. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current salary scale applicable to the post (August 2025): €35,704, €36,448, €38,701, €38,886, €39,062, €39,162, €39,264, €39,365, €39,464, €39,569, €39,673, €39,783, €39,892, €39,892, €39,933 19 Hours over 7 days (Salary will be Pro rata for 19 hours - Salary listed above is for a 39 hour week) The successful candidate will be required to be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and event days as required.
Public Art Co-ordinator
Clare County Council/ Comhairle Contae an Chláir is the authority responsible for Local Government in County Clare. The corporate headquarters are located at Áras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis and there are four Municipal Districts (Ennis, Shannon, Killaloe, and West Clare) which are supported through area offices in Ennis, Scarriff, Shannon, Ennistymon and Kilrush. There are 28 elected members, approximately 990 staff and an annual operating budget of €204 million in 2026. Clare County Council provides a diverse range of services across a large geographic area. Key services areas include planning, Local Enterprise Office, rural and community development, transportation, motor tax, water, environment, emergency services along with housing activation & delivery, libraries, and sports & amenities, property management, derelict sites, and vacant homes. These operations are supported by internal services which include ICT & Digital Services, Corporate Services & Governance, Finance and People and Culture functions. There is a diverse demographic across urban and rural communities with tourism bringing seasonal changes in population and activity in the county. The Shannon estuary, Shannon Airport, industrial zones, and geographic location between larger urban areas, coupled with the unique landscape and heritage add to the diversity of activity in the County. Local democracy is strengthened through the Municipal Districts and changes in legislation and regulation have placed greater emphasis on the role of the Local Authority in driving economic activity, ensuring accountability, accessibility and innovation while placing the customer and the community to the fore of service delivery. Clare County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Clare County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of Public Arts Co-ordinator from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6-12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The role of the Public Art Co-ordinator will be to manage Clare County Council’s public art commissioning programme. The co-ordinator will be responsible for all elements of the programme from developing and issuing artist briefs to establishing the artist selection process in consultation with the Arts Office to the final installation / production of the commissioned artworks, including the drafting and managing of artist contracts, budgets, and project documentation. The Public Art Co-ordinator will act as the main point of contact on the commissioning programme and will work directly with commissioned artists throughout all project phases. They will be responsible for managing timelines, budgets, and ensuring compliance with the Per Cent for Art national guidelines and Clare County Council procedures, ensure all necessary permissions, insurances, and approvals are in place for each commission. The role will be based in the Arts Office and will report to the County Arts Officer. The Public Art Co-ordinator will prepare updates and attend progress meetings as necessary and liaise with relevant Council departments to ensure alignment with capital projects and be expected to engage and communicate with artists, local communities, and external partners. Essential: Experience in public art commissioning and a strong understanding of the commissioning process. Experience working directly with artists and supporting them. Experience in arts production and public event planning. Desirable: A proven track record of leading projects and working collaboratively Skills in building partnerships with statutory, voluntary, and community sectors. Experience in financial planning, reporting to funders and securing funding from multiple sources. An understanding of the complexities of working in a local context. An understanding of the complexities of working across departments in a local authority context. In-depth knowledge of the arts sector, including local and national arts policy. PR, marketing and social media skills Excellent presentation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent group and community facilitation skills Excellent ICT Skills Self-motivated, with strong initiative and problem-solving skills. Duties: Lead the development of a Public Art Policy for Clare County Council that takes account of national public art policy as well as local context. Develop and manage Clare County Council’s public art programme in a manner that can best integrate with the strategic objectives within the County Arts Plan and the Partnership Agreement with the Arts Council of Ireland, 2018 – 2025. Ensure that the potential within the national Per Cent for Art Scheme is fully realised in County Clare. Ensure a diverse and wide-ranging approach to public art commissioning that provides opportunities for artists across all art forms and in diverse contexts. Develop strategies for building awareness and capacity amongst artists and arts organisations for engaging with public art commissioning processes. Support and mentor artists’ engagement with Public Art opportunities, creating tailored supports for emerging artists and those new to Public Art. Ensure that Public Engagement is embedded in public art projects. This includes engagement of diverse publics in the development and commissioning of projects as advisors, participants, audience and as co-creators where appropriate. Be responsible for the procurement of goods and services, financial and resource management, administration, marketing, and promotion. This will include the management of the commissioning process, from brief development through selection/procurement, to delivery stage. Work collaboratively with colleagues across Council Directorates including Physical and Housing, and Clare County Architects to ensure that all Clare County Council Capital projects eligible for the Per Cent for Art Scheme are identified and optimised. Liaise with a wide-range of external stakeholders – including statutory and national agencies and government departments in the management of commissions from pre-planning to completion. Co-ordinate and manage commission selection panels. Plan and implement a project to audit and promote Clare County Council’s existing Public Art Inventory. Oversee maintenance of existing Public Art and ensure maintenance plans are included in all new Public Art Commissions. Develop a Public Art Decommissioning Policy. Manage all queries received by Clare County Council in relation to Street Art and support and advise on Council -led Street Art projects and programmes. Comply with the Per Cent for Art General National Guidelines for the Per Cent for Art Scheme and best practice in commissioning and procurement at all times in the coordination of Public Art programmes. Qualifications: ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, hold an ordinary degree (Level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications) in an Arts/Cultural Discipline and (b) Have at least three years satisfactory relevant arts and administrative experience including experience in the area of programme development and budget management and (c) Have satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation and (d) Driving Licence - Hold a current full Class B driving licence free from endorsements Failure to input and upload proof of essential criteria in your application form will deem you ineligible for this competition. *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 salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current salary scale applicable to the post (August 2025): €51,722, €53,266, €54,844, €56,454, €58,076, €59,967, €61,865
Librarian
Clare County Council / Comhairle Contae an Chláir is the authority responsible for Local Government in County Clare. The corporate headquarters are located at Áras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis and there are four Municipal Districts: Ennis Shannon Killaloe West Clare These are supported through area offices in: Ennis Scarriff Shannon Ennistymon Kilrush There are 28 elected members, approximately 990 staff and an annual operating budget of €204 million in 2026. Clare County Council provides a diverse range of services across a large geographic area. Key service areas include: Planning Local Enterprise Office Rural and community development Transportation Motor tax Water Environment Emergency services Housing activation & delivery Libraries Sports & amenities Property management Derelict sites Vacant homes These operations are supported by internal services which include: ICT & Digital Services Corporate Services & Governance Finance People and Culture functions There is a diverse demographic across urban and rural communities with tourism bringing seasonal changes in population and activity in the county. The Shannon estuary, Shannon Airport, industrial zones, and geographic location between larger urban areas, coupled with the unique landscape and heritage add to the diversity of activity in the County. Local democracy is strengthened through the Municipal Districts and changes in legislation and regulation have placed greater emphasis on the role of the Local Authority in driving economic activity, ensuring accountability, accessibility and innovation while placing the customer and the community to the fore of service delivery. Clare County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Clare County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of Librarian from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6–12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated person, with drive and commitment to delivering quality public services and continual professional development who can demonstrate clear knowledge and understanding of: Local authority services, its key stakeholders, and relationships Local government structures and its democratic role and mandate National and international public library policy and strategy Desirable: Understanding of and dedication to customer service Understanding of bibliographic services and cataloguing Energy and enthusiasm with a commitment to the needs of the community High level of IT proficiency, digital and social media Strong interest in working with children and young adults and proficiency with children's and young adult literature and programming Strong interpersonal and communications skills Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and supervisory experience skills Community and Stakeholder engagement Decision making Strong judgement and capacity to innovate and work autonomously Ability to work under pressure in a cross functional environment and to tight timelines People / team management Planning and organising workloads effectively Fostering and maintaining productive working relationships both internally and externally in the organisation The duties will include but will not be limited to the following: Supporting ICT and Digital services Managing and promoting My Open Library (pending National Agreement) Developing and supporting literacy and family support services Planning, promoting, and implementing programs for children and young adults, networking with local schools and teachers and planning / coordinating the Summer Reading Programme Maintaining service to the public including working late nights / weekend and rosters Developing and supporting community engagement Organising event and activity programming Management and development of the library team, including the PMDS process Adhering to Health and Safety and Child Protection policies To support the Line Manager to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility To supervise employees in supporting roles including assigning duties and workload To provide on-going support to employees in the department or section, including handling day to day problems and identifying training and development requirements as appropriate To ensure full compliance with all organisational policies and procedures including grievance and disciplinary, performance management and attendance management To communicate and liaise effectively with employees, supervisors and managers in other sections, senior managers, and customers in relation to operational matters for their section To prepare budgets and ensure that work programmes are implemented within allocated budgets To identify opportunities for improvements in the service delivery within the relevant area of responsibility and to use key performance indicators or other performance indicators effectively as appropriate To compile, prepare and present reports as necessary, including the preparation of reports or letters which may be sensitive and/or confidential in nature To support the implementation of good practices with transparent reporting and communications to deliver accountable services in the department or section To provide assistance in the understanding and interpretation of the Council’s policies and procedures to employees in their area of responsibility and to customers as appropriate To carry out duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Character (a) Each candidate must be of good character. Health (a) 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. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) hold a degree (level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in the area of Library and Information Studies (b) have satisfactory experience of Library work Failure to input and upload proof of essential criteria in your application form will deem you ineligible for this competition. 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 salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current salary scale applicable to the post (August 2025): €51,722 - €61,865 per year
Decision-Making Representative
The Role of a Decision-Making Representative A decision-making representative is a person appointed by the court to make specific decision(s) on behalf of a person (‘relevant person’) in relation to their personal welfare or property and affairs or both. When a person does not have a suitable person who can act as their decision-making representative, the court may ask the DSS to nominate two or more panel members from the Panel to be appointed as decision- making representative. The court may appoint from the nominees put forward, one or more than one panel member to be decision-making representative for the relevant person. Following appointment to the Panel, a panel member will be required to provide a resume of their skills, expertise and experience in a prescribed form. The DSS provide this resume to the court for consideration for the appointment of a decision-making representative. The DSS will contact the panel member before submitting this information to the court, to confirm the panel member’s availability for that specific case and ensure no conflicts of interest exist. Panel Member Nominee Attendance in Court ● The court may request the panel members (two or more) nominated by the DSS from the Panel to attend court in-person or on-line for selection for appointment as decision-making representative. ● The nominee selected for appointment by the court will be required to attend court in-person or on-line. ● The nominee selected for appointment must attend court to sign a statement to confirm that they understand and will undertake the powers and duties conferred in the court order and will comply with the guiding principles. ● Panel members are not entitled to reimbursement of any costs incurred as a result of attending court in the above scenarios. Statutory Functions of a Decision-Making Representative A panel member is appointed as a decision-making representative by way of a court order called a decision-making representation order (‘the court order’). The court order sets out the specific role and responsibilities of the panel member and any conditions that may apply. For each appointment, a decision-making representative must sign a statement in accordance with section 38(11) to confirm they understand and will undertake the powers and duties conferred in the court order and will comply with the guiding principles. The court order is the legal basis for all actions taken by a decision-making representative. The court order will outline the decision(s) the decision-making representative will have responsibility for and make provision for other matters as the court considers appropriate. The decision(s) that a decision-making representative will be required to undertake may involve property and affairs or personal welfare decisions or both. Personal Welfare Decisions Decisions about a person’s interests, health, and wellbeing. These types of decisions can include: (a) Accommodation. (b) Employment, education, or training. (c) Social activities. (d) Social services. (e) Healthcare. (f) Other matters about a person’s wellbeing. Property and Affairs Decisions Decisions about property, business, and money matters. These types of decision can include: (a) Custody, control, and management of property. (b) Sale, exchange, mortgaging, charging or gift of property. (c) Acquisition of property. (d) Carrying of a profession, trade, or business. (e) Dissolution of a partnership. (f) Carrying out of any contract. (g) Discharge of debts, tax, and duty liabilities. (h) Execution or exercise of the powers of a tenant for life. (i) Providing for the needs of other people. (j) Conduct of court or tribunal proceedings. (k) Applying for housing, social welfare or other benefits. Reporting Requirement A panel member appointed as decision-making representative must prepare and submit annual reports to the DSS for each appointment on the performance of their functions which are within scope of the court order. Reporting requirements include details of all costs, expenses and remuneration claimed by or paid to the decision-making representative during the relevant period. Additionally, a panel member appointed as a decision- making representative to make decisions about the relevant person’s property and affairs must prepare and submit a report detailing the relevant person’s assets and liabilities, projected income and expenditure within three months of the date of their appointment by the court as decision-making representative. Eligibility RequirementsMandatory Applicants for the Panel must have the following: 1. A qualification to at least level 7 of the National Qualifications Framework by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (or equivalent), which is to the satisfaction of the DSS appropriately aligned to the statutory role and functions of a decision-making representative and the range of property and affairs and/or personal welfare decisions that may be included in a decision-making representation order. AND 2. Must be registered in Ireland with a professional regulatory body required by law. Proof of same shall be required prior to appointment to the Panel. AND 3. Applicants must hold professional indemnity insurance (PII) to cover acting as a decision making representative, minimum PII requirement of €1 million. Proof of same shall be required prior to appointment to the Panel. AND 4. Possess and demonstrate the competencies set out in Appendix 1. Desirable ● Relevant professional experience working with people who have decision-making capacity difficulties. ● Knowledge of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 or similar legislation. Training All applicants must complete training prior to being appointed to the Panel. The expected duration for the training is approximately 8 hours. Training will be delivered by a mix of online modules and self directed learning. Remuneration or the reimbursement of expenses will not be paid for undertaking this mandatory training. Assignment to Area(s) The Panel will operate nationally, divided into eight (8) geographical areas aligned to the Circuit Court areas, detailed below. A panel member must be available to travel in the course of carrying out their function as a decision-making representative. Panel members will be assigned to an area based on the address provided for assignment purposes in their application form. The eight (8) DSS areas are as follows: DSS 1 Dublin DSS 2 Cork DSS 3 Kildare, Meath, Louth, Wicklow DSS 4 Laois, Longford, Offaly, Roscommon, Sligo, Westmeath DSS 5 Cavan, Donegal, Leitrim, Monaghan DSS 6 Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford, Wexford DSS 7 Clare, Kerry, Limerick DSS 8 Galway, Mayo The DSS will endeavour to select panel members for nomination to the court for their assigned area. However, the DSS reserves the right to nominate a panel member to the court for a different area, where necessary and the panel member is available. The DSS will act reasonably in relation to the selection of panel members for nomination to the court, should such a requirement arise. 1. Duration of Appointment If a panel member is appointed by the court as a decision-making representative, the time commitment required will depend on what is set out in the court order. While an appointment by the court may be for a limited purpose or duration, an appointment may also extend to a broad range of decisions and may potentially last for the lifetime of the relevant person/former ward. If a decision-making representative appointed from the panel needs to be discharged from their appointment due to unforeseen circumstances, they must make an application to court to be removed. Only the court can discharge a decision-making representative from their appointment. 2. Remuneration Remuneration and certain expenses shall be paid to a decision-making representative in accordance with the 2015 Act, and as set out in the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 (Payment of Certain Expenses and Remuneration to Decision-Making Representatives) Regulation 2023 (the Regulations). The court order will set out the panel member’s entitlement to reasonable remuneration. A panel member may be paid out of the assets of the relevant person, or where the court so directs, by the DSS. The panel member must seek pre-approval for remuneration from the DSS at the beginning of each appointment. Annual limits apply based on the scope of the appointment. These are set out in detail in Appendix 2. In exceptional circumstances, subject to defined criteria, a decision-making representative may apply to be remunerated in excess of the applicable annual maximum. 3. Specific Requirements Panel members will be required to comply with the following: a) Panel members will be required to confirm compliance with various matters on an annual basis for continued membership of the Panel and these matters may change over the lifetime of the Panel. b) Panel members will be required to sign a declaration as a condition of their selection for the Panel prior to appointment to the Panel and such declaration may be subject to change over the lifetime of the Panel. c) Panel members will be required to report in writing all actual/potential conflicts of interest to include any involvement with any organisation, individual or other panel member (decision-making representative, special visitor, general visitor, and court friend) which could reasonably be perceived as constituting a potential conflict of interest in any case they are appointed. Panel members shall refrain from accepting nomination for appointment where there is a conflict-of-interest present. If a conflict-of-interest issue should arise at any point throughout the duration of an appointment as decision-making representative, the panel member must immediately notify in writing the court and the DSS. d) Panel members will be required to adhere to a code of confidentiality and will be required to sign a declaration of confidentiality prior to appointment to the Panel or as required by the DSS. e) Panel members will be required to adhere to data protection legislation and related policies and/or guidelines provided by the DSS. f) Panel members must comply with tax clearance/ payment procedures as specified by the Revenue Commissioners. g) Panel members must abide by the DSS Code of Conduct for decision-making representative panel members while fulfilling their appointed role. h) Panel members must abide by the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015, the Guiding Principles in the 2015 Act, the Code of Practice for Decision-Making Representatives (to be published under section 103 of the Act), the Code of Practice on Supporting Decision-Making and Assessing Capacity (to be published under section 103 of the Act) and any set of standards and related guidance issued by the DSS. i) Panel members must abide by any applicable policies and procedures issued by the DSS and/or by the relevant Minister with regard remuneration/ reimbursement. j) Panel members must maintain their professional registration in Ireland with the relevant professional regulatory body required by law. Panel members will be required to provide evidence of their registration prior to appointment to the Panel or as required by the DSS for continued membership of the Panel. k) Panel members must hold professional indemnity insurance cover for continued membership of the Panel, and inform the DSS of any change in circumstances. Panel members will be required to provide evidence of professional indemnity insurance on an annual basis or as required by the DSS. l) Please note panel members are required to set-up a designated mailbox for use only in your role as a decision-making representative. The email address you provide for this purpose cannot be used for any private decision-making arrangements with the DSS. It will be used only as part of your role as a decision- making representative. 4. Persons Ineligible to be on the Panel Having regard to the provisions of Section 39 and 40 of the 2015 Act and the requirements of the DSS in relation to eligibility and disqualification of a decision-making representative, a person shall not be deemed suitable to be on the Panel if that person: (a) is an undischarged bankrupt or is currently in a debt settlement arrangement or personal insolvency arrangement or has been convicted of an offence involving fraud or dishonesty, (b) is a person in respect of whom a declaration under section 819 of the Companies Act 2014 has been made or is deemed to be subject to such a declaration by virtue of Chapter 5 of Part 14 of that Act, (c) is a person who is subject or is deemed to be subject to a disqualification order, within the meaning of Chapter 4 of Part 14 of the Companies Act 2014, by virtue of that Chapter or any other provisions of that Act, (d) has been convicted of an offence under section 34, 80, 90 or 145 of the 2015 Act, (e) is a member of the Mental Health Commission, (f) does not hold the required qualifications, registrations, and professional indemnity, (g) is not lawfully entitled to work in the State, (h) does not receive Garda/security clearance, (i) is convicted of an offence carrying a term of imprisonment. Application InformationHow to Apply To apply, candidates must complete the application form available on the website https://osborne.ie/public-sector/dss-employment- opportunities/ Only applications fully submitted via the online application https://osborne.ie/public-sector/dss- employment-opportunities/ will be accepted into the campaign. Applications will not be accepted after the closing deadline Monday 12th January 2026 at 12 noon. If you have a disability and this precludes you from completing the application form and/or submitting it by the closing date, please contact Osborne Recruitment at dss@osborne.ie or phone 041-9865058 for alternative arrangements and/or reasonable adjustments. If you do not receive an acknowledgement of receipt of your application within 24 hours of applying, please contact dss@osborne.ie. Campaign updates will be issued to your registered email address as entered on the online application portal. The onus is on each applicant to ensure that they are in receipt of all communication from Osborne Recruitment. You are advised to check your emails on a regular basis throughout the duration of the competition; in addition, being sure to check junk/spam folders should any emails be mistakenly filtered. Osborne Recruitment accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant. Applicants should make themselves available on the date(s) specified by Osborne Recruitment and should make sure that the contact details specified on their application form are correct. The personal contact details provided in applications will be used to communicate updates throughout the recruitment campaign. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that they are permitted to use the contact details provided for this communication. The candidate is responsible for ensuring voicemails and email spam is checked to confirm communications are received. Selection Process The Selection Process may include the following: ● Submission of Application. ● Shortlisting of candidates based on the information contained in their application. ● Initial/preliminary interview. ● Presentation or other exercises. ● A final competitive interview. ● Any other tests or exercises that may be deemed appropriate. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify and will result in their exclusion from the process. Candidates must not: ● Knowingly or recklessly provide false information. ● Canvass any person with or without inducements. ● Interfere with or compromise the process in any way. ● A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. ● Any person who contravenes the above provisions or who assists another person in contravening the above provisions is guilty of an offence. A person who is found guilty of an offence is liable to a fine/or imprisonment. In addition, where a person found guilty of an offence was or is a candidate at a recruitment process, then: ● Where he/she has not been appointed to a post, he/she will be disqualified as a candidate; and ● Where he/she has been appointed subsequently to the recruitment process in question, he/she shall forfeit that appointment. Specific Candidate CriteriaCandidates must: ● Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. ● Be suitable on the grounds of character. ● Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. and if successful, they will not be appointed to the post unless they: ● Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed. ● Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other test when and where required by Osborne Recruitment, or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as Osborne Recruitment require in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA), or to non-EEA nationals who fulfil the relevant criteria. In order to work in Ireland, all non-EEA nationals require a valid employment permit unless exempt under permission from the Minister for Justice and Equality. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. Quality Service We aim to provide an excellent quality service to all our candidates. If, for whatever reason, you are unhappy with any aspect of the service you receive from us, we urge you to bring this to the attention of the unit or staff member concerned. This is important as it ensures that we are aware of the problem and can take the appropriate steps to resolve it. Feedback will be provided on written request. Data Protection Act 2018 When your application is received, we create a record in your name, which contains much of the personal information you have supplied. This personal record is used solely in processing your candidature and as part of the recruitment process, certain information you provide will be forwarded to the employing organisation. Such information held by Osborne Recruitment and the employing organisation is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information on how we retain and use your personal data, please review our Privacy Statement, which includes instructions on their right to withdraw consent at any point. To make a subject access request under the Data Protection Act 2018, please submit your request in writing to: Data Protection Officer – Osborne Recruitment. Ensure that you describe the records you seek in the greatest possible detail to enable us to identify the relevant record. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from records for general statistical purposes.
