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Irish-owned cafés & bars in Belgium, Europe looking for friendly, creative, and motivated Chefs with experience in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have a basic knowledge of hygiene protocols/kitchen procedures and a passion for creativity and high standards of presentation. What we offer : - Highly competitive net salary - Reasonably priced accommodation within a short distance of the bar is provided by us. Own room in a shared apartment with rent at +/- €400 per month. - The language barrier in our bars is not an issue as English is generally spoken by our clients and all our staff, but we can also provide access to subsidised French lessons - Regular professional training are given to all our staff. We want our people to be the best at their trade! - Access to full health care provided - We help all our staff set up bank accounts and apply for their Belgian id card - We will pay for your transport costs over and will also provide you with 1 free flight home per year - We work with a core of Irish staff in each of our bars in order to provide a "home away from home feel" Only serious applicants with a mind to having a future in the hospitality sector and the ambition to succeed need apply. Within a year, you can really evolve in your position with us while enjoying a good standard of life in a warm and safe environment.
Bartenders
Irish-owned cafés & bars in Belgium, Europe looking for friendly, creative, and motivated bartenders with experience in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have a basic knowledge of hygiene protocols/bar procedures and a passion for creativity and high standards of presentation. What we offer : - Highly competitive net salary - Reasonably priced accommodation within a short distance of the bar is provided by us. Own room in a shared apartment with rent at +/- €400 per month. - The language barrier in our bars is not an issue as English is generally spoken by our clients and all our staff, but we can also provide access to subsidised French lessons - Regular professional cocktail training and barista courses are given to all our staff. We want our people to be the best at their trade! - Access to full health care provided - We help all our staff set up bank accounts and apply for their Belgian id card - We will pay for your transport costs over and will also provide you with 1 free flight home per year - We work with a core of Irish staff in each of our bars in order to provide a "home away from home feel" Only serious applicants with a mind to having a future in the hospitality sector and ambition to succeed need apply. Within a year, you can really evolve in your position with us, becoming very talented at mixology and barista, French-speaking, and enjoying a good standard of life in a warm and safe environment.
Sales Acquisition Executive
Why This Role: Others:About eir: We are the country's biggest and best network with Ireland's fastest broadband, 4G mobile as standard, as well as the largest 5G network and individual business solutions. We are proud to be part of the very fabric of Ireland, going right back to the foundation of the state. We touch every community across the country. We already connect over 2 million customers across Ireland, which means we're one of the country's biggest brands. At eir, we can connect you to cutting edge careers, inspirational people, plenty of commitment and ambition, and a fantastic future. Our aim is to be the provider of choice for communications services in Ireland, which means we focus on looking after our people, so they can do the same for our customers. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
IS Technical Support Officer
General Information County Leitrim, located in the North West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer benefits across family friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. THE ROLE The IS Technical Support Officer will be part of an ICT team which provides a high standard of technical support in Leitrim County Council. He/she will report to directly to the Head of Information Systems, or to any other such person as may be determined by the Council from time to time, and will be responsible for technical support of the ICT Infrastructure environment. THE QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Character Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate shall 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: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa 4. Education, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms, hold: (i) A) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. honours degree) or higher in a relevant computing discipline plus 2 year’s directly relevant, recent ICT experience from your employment to date* OR (ii) B) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. honours degree), or higher, with computing taken in the final year and at least 3 years directly relevant, recent ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date* OR (iii) C) A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. ordinary degree) in a relevant computing discipline plus at least 3 years’ directly relevant, recent ICT experience from your employment to date* OR (iv) D) A qualification at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award in a relevant computing discipline and at least 4 years directly relevant, recent ICT experience from your employment to date* AND (v) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. *Relevant ICT hands-on experience should include, but is not limited to: areas such as managing delivery of digital solutions, enterprise architecture, software and applications development projects involving a range of technologies and platforms covering web development, data management, database administration, business analysis/discovery, business intelligence and data analytics, DevOps, enterprise architecture, technical infrastructure service design and delivery, server and client operating systems and architecture stacks, telecommunications and networking infrastructure delivery support, technical support, ICT service management, operations and server support, ICT/cyber security, mobile device management, virtualisation delivery support, database and application support, cloud computing etc. Note: Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. Please ensure that confirmation of relevant qualification from your awarding body and / or Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is submitted to the HR Department with your application. Foreign language qualification certificates must also be accompanied by a translation document The Ideal Candidate Shall: • Have skills and experience in a number of the following: - o Operating a first-line ICT Helpdesk; o Installation, configuration and support of PCs, laptops, tablets, smartphones and related hardware and software; o Networking skills & experience – Firewalls, Routes, VPN, Switches, WiFi; o Microsoft Cloud technologies such as Office 365, InTune, Azure, MS Teams, Power Platform and Sharepoint Online; o Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft SQL Reporting Server o Virtualisation Technologies such as Vmware; o Mobile Device Management such as Citrix Cloud Services; o Active Directory configuration and support including group policy configuration; o Windows Server setup, configuration and maintenance; o Printer Support and maintenance; o Image Manipulation package such as Adobe Photoshop or Affinity; o Anti-virus and threat management; o Email and Exchange administration. • Demonstrate a sound practical knowledge of ICT Technical architectures, ICT systems development and service delivery. • Be well organised and practical with a logical, analytical approach to problem solving. • Demonstrate an aptitude and interest to remain up to date on ICT trends and developments. • Demonstrate an understanding of current developments in the application of Information Systems and able to assimilate and interpret advice from specialists – technical or otherwise. • Demonstrate knowledge of ICT security standards and codes of conduct. Competencies for the Post: Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Delivering Results/Communicating Effectively: • Translates the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for their area of responsibility. • Implements high quality service and customer care standards. • Makes decisions in a timely and well-informed manner. • Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. • Demonstrates excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills. • Communicates technical solutions effectively to non-technical audiences. Performance Management: • Effectively manages performance. • Has experience with the use of a Helpdesk system in the context of managing performance. • Ability to develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines. • Ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team. • Demonstrates ability to work under pressure. Personal Effectiveness: • Takes initiative and is open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Manages time and workload effectively. • Has strong resource and project management skills., • Maintains a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Understands and implements change and demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. • Is a self-starter, strong on research and maintains resilience in securing buy in and commitment to overall concepts or projects. Knowledge, Experience & Skills: • Has knowledge of current local government issues, priorities, concerns and future direction. • Understands the role of IS Technical Support Officer. • Has relevant technical experience. • Has experience of working as part of a team. • Has experience of preparing technical reports and user documentation. THE PRINCIPAL TERMS & CONDITIONS: The position is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. 1. Duties: The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, technical, administrative or management nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by the local authority and such duties as may be required in relation to the area of any local authority. The holder of the office, will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. The main duties of the role of IS Technical Support Officer (Grade V) include but are not limited to: TECHNICAL SUPPORT: • Troubleshooting PC’s, printers, Servers, Systems, Mobile Devices, and other peripherals • Support for wireless network, WAN and LAN • Network troubleshooting • Anti-Virus Deployment and ongoing maintenance • User support for standard desktop software suite • Helpdesk service • Installation of new hardware PROJECT TEAMS WORK: • New ICT systems and services • New Infrastructure deployments • Technical design and implementation of new applications • Project meetings and assigned Project task-work • Training and Presentations ICT SYSTEMS SUPPORT: • Office 365 Environment • Windows Servers • SQL based systems • Web applications • GIS support • Maintenance and support of existing browser-based applications OPERATIONS/ADMINISTRATION: • Printing operations • Data integration/warehousing/interfacing operations • Data entry • Document management and control • Audio Visual and meeting room management and support. • Support for existing in-house systems • Backup operations • Image manipulation • ICT Security operations • Contract and Supplier Management • Administration – Various administrative office duties that may be assigned such as Purchase Ordering, budgeting, report writing etc • Other duties as may be assigned from time to time Due to the dynamic nature of the IS environment and the pace of change of systems and equipment, allied to the constantly developing business requirements within Leitrim County Council, all ICT Department posts require a flexibility to work on other IS areas as circumstances change. While the listing above sets out core components related to this post, staff may be required to undertake IS work at a similar level in other areas of the IS Department structure. 2. Salary: The salary scale for the post of IS Technical Support Officer, analogous to Grade V, (effective 1st June 2024) is within the range: €49,706, €51,193, €52,709, €54,256, €55,816, €57,633 (1st LSI), €59,456 (2nd LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s Offices, or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any Department or any premises now or in the future. 4. Probation: All contracts will be subject to a probationary period, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. Where a person is permanently appointed to Leitrim County Council the following provisions shall apply – (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; (b) Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period; (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; (d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 5. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. 6. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. 7. Working Hours: The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. 8. Superannuation: All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration. 9. Retirement Age: The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. Retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension Contributory (SPC). Compulsory Retirement Age will be 70. There is no mandatory retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is “not a new entrant” to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, had been subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years – the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018 provides for an increase in the compulsory retirement age of most pre-2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70. 10. Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to, or in receipt of, a pension from the Civil or Public Service, or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment, that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. 11. Drivers Licence/Travel: Holders of the post shall possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category B) and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. The post holder’s Insurance policy must cover such use and must indemnify Leitrim County Council. Travel and subsistence expenses will be paid in accordance with nationally agreed rates applicable in the sector. 12. 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. 13. Data Protection: Please note that the information received is used solely for the purpose of considering your application. Such information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts, 1988, 2003 & 2018 and EU Regulation 2016/679. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Administrative Officer
The Role Reporting to the Connacht-Ulster Waste Enforcement Coordinator, and employed by Leitrim County Council as Lead Authority of the Connacht-Ulster WERLA on the basis of a 3 Year Specified Purpose Contract, the Administrative Officer - WERLA is a shared resource between the three Waste Enforcement Regional Lead Authorities (Leitrim County Council - o/b Leitrim and Donegal County Council Consortium, Dublin City Council and Cork County Council) and will be responsible for delivering an annual work programme on behalf of the three WERLAs, including the development and management of one or more services for the WERLAs. The Administrative Officer - WERLA will be working closely with internal and external stakeholders with responsibility for project development and delivery. A key responsibility will be working with staff across the WERLAs on projects to support waste enforcement and the management of multiple work streams within the WERLAs. He/She will be expected to contribute to setting national priorities and to the preparation of reports on progress to the Waste Enforcement Coordinator, WERLA Management Group and the Department of Environment, Communications and Climate (DECC) on their areas of responsibility. The Administrative Officer - WERLA will contribute to strategic decisions of the WERLA and will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of forward-thinking strategies within the WERLA and to work closely with the Waste Enforcement Coordinators, Senior Executive Waste Enforcement Officers and other WERLA staff in delivering services to the highest standard. The role requires excellent management, administrative, interpersonal, communication, research, reporting, project initiation, development and delivery skills, budgetary and timescale management, and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The post holder will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The Administrative Officer – WERLA will work under the direction and management of the Waste Enforcement Coordinator, and/or Director of Services or analogous grade as appropriate and will, from time to time, be required to deputise for senior personnel and must be willing to take on this challenge. The Qualifications 1. Character Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate shall 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: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa 4. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application form: (i) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), or (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, (iv) shall have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. Note: Candidates applying must submit a copy of educational qualifications as outlined above. Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. The Ideal Candidate Shall: • Have knowledge of the structure and functions of local government, of current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of local government and an understanding of the role of Administrative Officer in this context • Have knowledge of the structure and functions of Waste Enforcement Regional Lead Authority (WERLA) • Have an understanding of organisation policies and implementation of such policies, as applicable to a Public Body; • Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge; • Be able to work within, and where necessary lead, multi-disciplined teams and have the ability to motivate, empower and encourage employees to achieve maximum performance • Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including the ability to facilitate, network, lead, research, negotiate, analyse, and resolve issues; • Have strong organizational and project management skills; • Have the ability to develop forward thinking vision in regard to their assigned responsibilities along with strong ability to initiate, develop and deliver relevant projects; • Have an ability to foster and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with a range of relevant stakeholders externally; • Have knowledge of Implementation and maintenance of an accredited ISO system; • Have the ability to plan and prioritise work effectively, to work under pressure to tight deadlines and to take a strategic approach in the formulation and delivery of key policy objectives; • Have a career record that demonstrates a high level of competence in the management of staff; • Demonstrate relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level including strong report writing and interpretation skills; • Have the ability to manage financial resources within a budgetary control framework; • Have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; • Have an understanding of the role and duties of managers in safety management in the workplace; • Have strong interpersonal and ICT skills; • Be able to deputise at a senior level; • Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Competencies for the Post: Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Management & Change • Ability to think and act strategically to ensure functional responsibility is properly aligned with corporate policies and strategies. • Clear understanding of political reality and context of the local authority and the WERLA. • Awareness of current local government issues, priorities, concerns and future direction. • Ability to translate corporate policies and objectives into operational plans and outputs. • Develops and maintains positive and productive professional relationships both internally and externally to the local authority. • Effectively manages change, fosters a culture of creativity in employees and overcomes resistance to change. • Looks critically at issues to see how things can be done better. • Identifies and takes opportunities to exploit new and innovative service delivery channels. Delivering Results • Develops operational and team plans having regard to corporate priorities, operational objectives and available resources. • Acts decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions and recommendations. • Ability to initiate, develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines. • Allocates resources effectively to deliver on operational plans. • Pinpoints critical information and addresses issues logically. • Establishes high quality service and customer care standards. • Identifies and achieves efficiencies. • Ensures compliance with legislation, regulation and procedures. Leading, Motivating and Managing Performance • Ability to build and lead a positive, diverse and productive section/ unit /team effectively. • Leads, motivates and engages employees and stakeholders to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans and objectives. • Strong organisational skills including meeting facilitation and administration. • Effectively manages performance and identifies and manages conflict. • Understands effective communications and actively listens to others. • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to foster and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with relevant stakeholders externally. Personal Effectiveness • Relevant management and administrative experience at a sufficiently high level. • Understanding of the structures and environment within which WERLA operates and the varied role of the Administrative Officer – WERLA in this context. • Takes initiative and is creative in approaching the delivery of objectives. • Considers the wider implications, agendas and sensitivities within decisions and the impact on a range of stakeholders. • Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to the role. • Manages time and workload effectively and remains calm under pressure. • Understands the importance of corporate governance. • Commitment to integrity & good public service values. • Political awareness. The Principal Terms and Conditions The position is wholetime, temporary and pensionable and the appointment will be on the basis of a 3 Year Specified Purpose Contract of Employment, aligned to the DECC approved new staffing structure for the enhanced WERLA Model, which specifically provides that these additional posts are to be filled on a three year contract basis, and predicated on the DECC continuing to fund this approved WERLA Model. The successful candidate will be employed by Leitrim County Council on behalf of Leitrim and Donegal County Council’s as Joint Connacht Ulster Waste Enforcement Regional Lead Authorities. It should be clearly noted that this post of Administrative Officer within the WERLA is a shared resource between the three Waste Enforcement Regional Lead Authorities (Leitrim County Council, Dublin City Council and Cork County Council) and the candidate will be responsible for delivering an annual work programme across the WERLAs including the development and management of one or more services for the WERLAs. The successful candidate will be based in the Connacht-Ulster Waste Enforcement Regional Lead Authority Offices in Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. 1. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative, supervisory and advisory nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time and shall include the duty of deputizing for other officers of the local authority. The main duties and responsibilities of the Administrative Officer – WERLA may include but are not limited to: • Responsibility for delivering an annual work programme including the development and management of one or more services for the WERLAs between the three Waste Enforcement Regional Lead Authorities (Leitrim County Council, Dublin City Council and Cork County Council) • Liaison with WERLA staff responsible for writing guidance documents with responsibility for coordinating and reporting on this work area. • Supporting the Waste Enforcement Coordinators in the organization and coordination of WERLA operational meetings and meetings of stakeholders including EPA, NTFSO, NWCPO, RWMPOs, LGMA, REPAK etc. • Supporting the Waste Enforcement Coordinators in preparing and organizing national seminars and events. • Coordinating WERLA publications and submissions including Annual Reports, Anti-Dumping Initiative, Submissions on policy etc. • Managing multiple work streams within the WERLA and implementing the strategic and policy making decisions of the WERLA. • Ensuring that WERLA work programmes are implemented to deliver on National Waste Enforcement Priorities. • Development, implementation and maintenance of an accredited ISO system. • Identifying opportunities for improvements in service delivery within the relevant area of responsibility and using key performance indicators or other performance indicators effectively as appropriate. • Initiating, developing and delivering relevant projects and work and evaluating their success relevant to various strategies and plans e.g. WERLA workplan objectives and policies. • Conducting research, analysis, planning, and evaluation as required. • Engaging effectively and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders in the development and implementation of relevant projects and initiatives. • Preparing of budgets and responsibility for financial management of capital and operational expenditure in the WERLA, including maximising funding opportunities where appropriate and ensuring all available funding is availed of, drawn down and recouped within appropriate time frames. 2. Salary: The salary scale for the post of Administrative Officer – WERLA (applicable from 1st June 2024) is within the range: €57,675, €59,086, €60,734, €62,387, €64,040, €65,517, €67,030, €68,494 €69,956, €72,460 (LSI 1), €74,978 (LSI 2) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s Offices, or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. The successful candidate will be based in the Connacht-Ulster Waste Enforcement Regional Lead Authority Offices in Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. 4. Probation The contract will be subject to a probationary period of six months, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. If during that period, the Local Authority is satisfied that the appointee is unlikely to prove suitable for final appointment, the appointment may be terminated by the giving of one month’s notice on either side, or, in the event of misconduct or negligence, without notice. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive of Leitrim County Council Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 5. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum 6. Working Hours The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The role will require flexibility around working hours and evening and weekend work may arise. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
