Clerical Officer jobs in Galway
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Temporary Clerical Officer Grade III Rolling Panel
Permanent Grade III Clerical Officer/Oifigeach Cléireachais Buan Painéal
Permanent & Temporary: A panel may be formed to fill future relevant positions (both permanent and temporary) that may arise during the lifetime of the panel. Any such panel formed shall be six months in duration from the date of formation. Location: The successful applicant(s) will be assigned to offices under the remit of GRETB e.g. GRETB HQ, Athenry, GRETB FET Centre, Mervue, Galway City, GRETB Training Centre, Mervue, Galway City and the post holder may be moved to another area o the organisation if required. Hours of Work : 35 hours per week. Hours maybe adjusted from time to time under relevant Public Sector Agreements. Essential Requirements
Assistant Principal Officer level - Head of Governance
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Health and Safety Officer
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Administration Officer
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND - WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (GRADE V) CDNT6, THE GABLES, WOODLANDS CAMPUS, GALWAY JOB REF: 79880 Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT) provide services to children from 0-18 with complex development needs which include physical, sensory, intellectual disabilities and autism. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland (BOCSI) is the lead agency for CDNT6. CDNT’s are interdisciplinary teams who work within a Family Centred Practice model and work collaboratively with children, families and other stakeholders to meet goals identified by the family. CDNT6 covers a vast geographical area including: Galway City East, Claregalway, Gort, Headford and Oranmore. We wish to recruit an innovative, creative and flexible person. The successful candidate should be of good character and should retain this status during his/her employment. The Role: The CDNT6 Administration Officer will have a critical role in the efficient running of administration and overall efficiencies of CDNT6. The successful candidate will work with all members of CDNT6 to ensure a quality and personalised service is delivered to the children and families linked with CDNT. This also extends to external agencies. Qualifications/Experience/Skills: Working Hours: 70 hours a fortnight based on a 5 day roster. Flexibility in relation to your hours of work will be required in order to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 28 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Grade V (Clerical) salary scale (01/3/2025) - €51,206 x 4 increments - €57,503 (Max) per annum. LSI 1 €59,375 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. LSI 2 €61,253 per annum is payable after a further 3 years. Tenure: This post is Permanent, Full-Time and pensionable. Travel: The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty. The office base for this post will be Woodlands Campus. This may be subject to change with service developments and needs. Full Job Description attached Informal enquires for this post to Gillian Raftery, Children’s Disability Network Manager on 091 721402. Closing date for receipt of completed applications/CV online is 5pm, 28th May 2025. Interviews to take place on week commencing: 9th June 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Clerical Officer
In Galway City Council, Clerical Officers work as part of a multi-disciplinary teams to provide administrative support and customer service across the broad range of front-line services as well as internal services. The successful candidate will therefore require excellent administrative and communications skills. The Clerical Officer will normally work under the direction and management of a Staff Officer, Senior Staff Officer or Administrative Officer which comprise the line management grades and may from time to time be required to deputise for an Assistant Staff Officer or other administrative grade and successful applicants must be willing to take on this challenge. The ideal candidate will also be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and shall demonstrate a clear knowledge and understanding of : • Local authority services, its key customers and relationships with other agencies and organisations; • Role of the Elected Member; • Current local government issues; • Public service values and integrity. The ideal candidate should also have a proven track record in the following areas : • Administration and clerical work; • High level of proficiency in key board skills; • Ability to communicate effectively; • Customer service experience; • Team working; • Operation of IT systems and standard office software packages; • Ability to plan and prioritise work effectively; • Acting on own initiative; • Working under pressure to tight deadlines; • Maintaining confidentiality. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clerical Officers perform a range of tasks including: • Dealing with customers at a variety of levels through various means of communication; • Supporting line manager and colleagues; • Working as part of a team to deliver the services of the Council; • Processing applications for services in accordance with Council policies procedures and plans; • Carrying out a range of administrative tasks including photocopying, preparing letters, documents/presentations for public circulation, typing, attending meetings and minute taking, report/returns preparation, filing, arranging meetings, receipting/balancing payments including cash, handling internal/eternal mail; • Operation of the financial system and other local government systems; • Public Counter/Reception Work; • Participating in the Performance Management Development System; • Completing all essential training successfully; • Any other duties that may be assigned as part of the overall functioning of the relevant Department. 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. 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. 3. Citizenship : Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or v. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or vi. A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa 4. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) (a) Have obtained at least a Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certification Vocational Programme. (At least a Grade B in Foundation Level Mathematics and Grade C in Foundation Level Irish may be considered as equivalent to Grade D (or a Pass) in Higher Level or Ordinary Level, from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certifications Vocational Programme); Or (b) Have passed an examination of at least equivalent standard; Or (c) Have had at least two year’s previous service in the office of Clerical Officer, Clerk/Typist (Clerical Duties), Clerk/Typist (Typing and Clerical Duties) or Clerk/Typist under a local authority, or health board in the State; Or (d) Have satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills. And (ii) Have a proficiency or aptitude with computers and Microsoft Office suite of programmes. *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. Each candidate must include on the application form details of all qualifications obtained by them. The invitation to attend for Interview is not to be regarded as an admission that you possess the prescribed qualifications and/or requirements for this post or are you qualified by law to hold the post. Documentary proof will be required before appointment where you claim credit for particular qualification, experience, etc. COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Key Competencies for the post are given in the table below. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form and at interview of competence under each of these headings. Information Management & Processing · Demonstrate Organisational Skills; · Ability to understand and adhere to procedures and processes; · Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Information Technology; · Collating Data and information processing; · Analytical and reporting skills. Customer Service & Communication Skills • Communicate clearly; • Demonstrates positive customer service attitude; • Is respectful, courteous, and professional and remains composed even in challenging situations; • Actively listens and tries to understand needs and perspectives of others; • Effective written and verbal skills; • Demonstrate positive customer service attitude; • Represents the organisation positively and professionally when dealing with members of the public and other stakeholders. Team Working · Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders · Develop and maintain good working relationships with teams · Demonstrate dignity and respect for colleagues · Understand own role and personal contribution within a team Delivering Results · Take responsibility for delivering quality work in a timely manner · Assess and prioritise workloads · Ensure accuracy and high standards in work delivered · Flexibility in approach to work · Adapt quickly to change and new ways of doing things · Use initiative and self-motivate when required Personal Effectiveness · Clear knowledge and understanding about the local authority, its services and role of the Councillors. · Commitment to self-development and improving skills and knowledge base. · Be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. · Brings enthusiasm and commitment to their role. · Be positively motivated to deliver a quality service. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Type of Post Future relevant permanent and temporary posts will be filled from the panel(s) formed. The post(s) will be whole-time, permanent/temporary and pensionable. Remuneration The annual salary (Circular Letter EL 03/2025) is as follows: €30,811 - €47,945 per year IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates should note that the starting salary is not subject to negotiation . Entry into the pay scale above the minimum point will only apply to existing public servants in the context of the relevant Government Pay Circulars. Candidates who are not covered by such Circulars will enter the pay scale at the minimum point i.e. €30,811 The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Probation: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 12 months but, the Chief Executive may at their discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Hours of Duty The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week. The successful candidate will be required to log their hours of work in accordance with the requirements of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and will be required to co-operate with the use of technologies to record such hours. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement will be 27 days per annum, rising to 29 days per annum after 5 years’ service. Residence: Holder of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Outside Employment: The position is whole-time and the employee may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties.
CHW Senior Medical Officer
Senior Medical Officer, Oifigeach Leighis, Sinsearach Primary Care, HSE West and North West Community Services Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Code Senior Medical Officer, Oifigeach Leighis, Sinsearach Primary Care, HSE West and North West Community Services (Grade Code: 183T) Remuneration The Salary scale as at 01/03/2025: €94,896-€97,587-€100,313-€103,009-€105,709-€108,454 -€110,981-€113,511 LSI Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html Campaign Reference CHW39SMO25 Closing Date Monday 09th of June 2025 at 12 noon. Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after closing date Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post The following vacancies are available in HSE West and North West Community Services: · Two permanent part-time vacancies are available for Senior Medical Officer in Galway Community Medical Department Primary Care. A supplementary panel may be created for Senior Medical Officer in HSE Community Services (Galway/Mayo/Roscommon) from which from which all current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration for the post of Senior Medical Officer, HSE West and North West (Galway/Mayo/Roscommon) may be filled. Informal Enquiries Dr. Gillian Chambers, Interim Principal Medical Officer, Community Healthcare West Tel.: 094 9042023 Email : Gillian.Chambers@hse.ie Details of Service The successful candidate will work within the Community Healthcare Organisations, working as part of multi-disciplinary teams delivering a coordinated approach to client care. Senior Medical Officers work closely with departments of Public Health Nursing, GPs, Paediatricians, Speech and Language Therapists, OTs, audiology services, ophthalmology services, disability services, PCRS and the National Immunisation Office. Community Medical Doctors provide school based immunisation programmes in Primary and Secondary schools. Immunisation is one of the most cost-effective ways of reducing childhood morbidity and mortality. Community Medical Doctors are involved in child health screening and surveillance for the preschool and primary school child . Community medical services provide child health clinics and provide medical assessments for early intervention and disability services. They carry out the medical assessment of grants and allowances administered by the HSE, and Revenue Commissioners and determine clients’ medical eligibility for said grants and allowances. They provide an Allowances Appeals process for those deemed non-eligible. Community Medical Officers provide targeted community medical services for socially excluded groups such as those applying for International Protection e.g. Programme refugee/asylum seekers. Reporting Relationship The Senior Medical Officer will report to the Principal Medical Officer. Purpose of the Post The overall objective of this post is to assist the Principal Medical Officer in carrying out the community medical services function within a designated integrated services area. The Senior Medical Officer (SMO) working in the Department of Community Health will carry out the range of duties allocated by the Principal Medical Officer within a designated Care Group at Community Care level. In working with the Department of Community Medicine the SMO will work closely with other SMOs, Managers of Care Groups, and Heads of Discipline. The Department of Community Medicine will provide a range of medical services in the areas of Child and Adolescent Health, Immunisations, Services for Older Persons and those with Physical, Sensory and Learning Disability A Senior Medical Officer will be assigned to provide services within a defined care group or groups. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Senior Medical Officer will support the Principal Medical Officer in carrying out specific functions designated by the Principal Medical Officer as appropriate to the office which include the following: : Professional/Clinical · Undertake clinical duties appropriate to the post · Develop a detailed knowledge and participate in the assessment of the community medical service needs of a particular care group as outlined above · Contribute to the service planning process for a specific care group · Supervise the work of Medical officers at the request of the Principal Medical Officer · Participate with management, other members of the community care team and other health professional in implementing targets and plans for the care groups and to help review progress and performance by the team · Assist the Principal Medical Officer and others in evaluating the community medical service of a care group · Assist the Principal Medical Officer in preparation of the annual report for the care group · Co-operate and liaise with persons (including personnel in institutions) and organisations providing health or social services in the area · Carry out such statutory functions that may be assigned to the SMO · Provide cover for the Principal Medical Officer in his/her absence · Perform other duties/ functions appropriate to the post at the request of the Principal Medical Officer · Perform other duties/functions as may be determined from time to time by the Director General or his/ her delegate. Education & Training · Participate in continuing professional development · Encourage ongoing training and development · Undertake audit · Work with the Principal Medical Officer and other staff in the Department of Community Health to foster a positive learning environment · Participate in ongoing training programmes as required and as appropriate Risk, Health & Safety · Promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation · Be aware of and implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards · Actively participate in risk management issues, identify risks and take responsibility for appropriate action · Report any adverse incidents in accordance with organisational guidelines Management · Participate in the development and implementation of targets and plans for the Department of Community Health and help review progress and performance against those targets · Participate in and co-operate with the development of appropriate information systems and information technology systems relevant to the provision of community medical services within the care group · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etcand comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: - 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed applications for the post: (i) Be a medical practitioner who is registered other than provisionally or temporarily on the Register of Medical Practitioners for Ireland or is entitled to be so registered. AND (ii) Possess a Masters in Public Health / Diploma in Public Health and /or equivalent qualification. Examples would include: (i) MSc in Community Health (ii) Masters in Community Child Health (UK) (iii) Membership of the Faculty of Public Health Medicine (Ireland or UK) (iv) Membership of the Irish College of General Practitioners (v) Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK) (vi) Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (Ireland or UK) (vii) Membership of the Faculty of Paediatrics (Ireland or UK) (viii) Membership of the Faculty of Occupational Health (Ireland or UK) AND (iii) Have had, since becoming entitled to full registration, at least five years satisfactory experience in the practice of the medical profession. Please note that appointment to and continuation in posts that require statutory registration is dependent upon the post holder maintaining annual registration in the relevant division of the register maintained by the Medical Council of Ireland . Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience working in paediatrics Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following attributes: Professional/Clinical Knowledge · Demonstrate excellent track record in community medicine and a demonstrable commitment to best practice · Demonstrate the capacity to manage the service in an effective and resourceful manner within a model of person-centred care. · Demonstrate a high level of clinical and professional knowledge relevant to the role. · Demonstrate a high degree of commitment, professionalism and dedication to the philosophy of quality health care provision. Planning and Organising Resources · Demonstrate ability to plan, organise and deliver services in an efficient, effective and resourceful manner, within a model of patient centred care and value for money · Demonstrate ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks · Demonstrate ability to adapt to changing sets of demands / work environment. Building and Maintaining Relationships: Leadership, Managing People and Team Skills · Demonstrate ability to build strong relationships and networks at all levels within and outside the organisation. · Demonstrate effective leadership and team skills including the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment. · Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change and ability to lead and support others in a changing environment · Demonstrate ability to manage, motivate and develop staff to maximize performance at work · Demonstrate the ability to foster a learning culture amongst staff and colleagues to drive continuous improvement in services to patients. · Demonstrate ability to work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams · Ability to influence others. Commitment to Quality Service · Demonstrate understanding of, and commitment to, the underpinning requirements and key processes in providing quality patient centred care · Demonstrate an ability to monitor and evaluate service performance and levels of care Evaluating Information and Judging Situations · Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills including the ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions especially with regard to service delivery. Communication and Interpersonal Skills · Display effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills including skills in multi-disciplinary working and the ability to collaborate with colleagues, families, etc ; the ability to give constructive feedback · Demonstrate competency in general use of information technology-computers, office functions, internet for research purposes, email, preparation of presentation materials etc. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Senior Medical Officer, Primary Care, HSE West and North West Community Services Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available are permanent and part-time. The posts are pensionable. A supplementary panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The Salary scale as at 01/03/2025: €94,896-€97,587-€100,313-€103,009-€105,709-€108,454 -€110,981-€113,511 LSI Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First Webpage . Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: · Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. · Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. · Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. · Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. · Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. · Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. · Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. Ethics in Public Office 1995 and 2001 Positions remunerated at or above the minimum point of the Grade VIII salary scale are designated positions under Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995. Any person appointed to a designated position must comply with the requirements of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 as outlined below: A) In accordance with Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995, a person holding such a post is required to prepare and furnish an annual statement of any interests which could materially influence the performance of the official functions of the post. This annual statement of interest should be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer not later than 31st January in the following year. B) In addition to the annual statement, a person holding such a post is required, whenever they are performing a function as an employee of the HSE and have actual knowledge, or a connected person, has a material interest in a matter to which the function relates, provide at the time a statement of the facts of that interest. A person holding such a post should provide such statement to the Chief Executive Officer. The function in question cannot be performed unless there are compelling reasons to do so and, if this is the case, those compelling reasons must be stated in writing and must be provided to the Chief Executive Officer. C) A person holding such a post is required under the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 to act in accordance with any guidelines or advice published or given by the Standards in Public Office Commission. Guidelines for public servants on compliance with the provisions of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 are available on the Standards Commission’s website https://www.sipo.ie/ . [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function, here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/safetywellbeing/about%20us/ 2 See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
SG Staff Officer, Cancer MCAN
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: Staff Officer (Grade V/Grad V), Cancer MCAN, HSE West North West Regional Health Area Sg330 Grade Code: 0566 County: Donegal, Sligo, Mayo, Roscommon, Galway Hse Area: HSE West & North West Staff Category: Management/ Administration/ OoCIO Closing Date 10.00am on 27th May 2025 Contract Type: Permanent, Whole-time Internal/External: Internal Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Informal Enquiries: Pauline McGough, Business Manager, Cancer MCAN, West North West Region, email: pauline.mcgough@hse.ie Ext 091 833623 Location Details: Cancer MCAN, West North West Regional Health Area Initial assignment will be to University Hospital Galway Cancer Services with links to other West North West RHA Hospitals and beyond. The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises. There is currently one permanent whole time post available within WNW Cancer Managed Clinical and Academic Network (MCAN) A panel may be formed for Grade V, Cancer MCAN, West North West Regional Health Area from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Application Details Only fully completed application forms completed via Rezoomo by the closing date and time will be accepted. No exceptions will be made. Post Specific Related Information Please complete application form for this exciting role through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome) ***CV's not accepted for this campaign*** For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification available at
NSS, Assistant Staff Officer, Breastcheck Western Unit
Before you apply This job is only open to employees of the HSE, TUSLA, Section 38 agencies, or statutory health agencies per WRC Agreement 161867. This post is offered on a full-time (35hours) specified purpose basis. About us The National Screening Service (NSS) delivers four national population-based screening programmes – for cervical, breast and bowel screening and for detecting sight-threatening retinopathy in people with diabetes. Our programmes focus on looking for early signs of disease in healthy people, so that we can: Choose Screening: Together we can make a difference the National Screening Service 5-year Strategic Plan outlining our strategic priorities and goals for the years 2023-2027. Our mission : We deliver population screening programmes that help prevent, reduce the risk of, and assist the recognition of, disease in Ireland. Our vision : To work together to save lives and improve people’s health through population screening. About the role: The Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer will be a key player to supporting the efficient day to day administration of the unit and ensure the highest level of service delivery for our service users. Responsibilities: • Ensure the efficient day-to-day administration of area of responsibility. • Ensure that deadlines are met and service levels maintained. • Support the preparation and issuing of office documentation (correspondence, reports, etc.) to the highest possible standard by monitoring and reviewing the work of the team to ensure quality and accuracy. • Ensure that archives and records are accurate and readily available. • Maintain confidentiality of documentation, records, etc. • Maximise the use of technology in ensuring work is completed to a high standard. • Ensure line management is kept informed of issues. • Ensure that stakeholders are kept informed and that their views are communicated to middle management. • Organise and attend meetings as required. • Take minutes at meetings and prepare for timely circulation following meeting. Please refer to the job description for detailed responsibilities For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification available below Join our team and we'll provide you with the support you need to deliver and succeed. This is an unmissable opportunity to join a diverse and supportive workplace where staff feel valued . #ChooseScreening