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Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has an exciting opportunity available for a Fisheries Officer to join our team, which would be well suited to those who have an interest in protecting, managing and conserving Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources. The role of Fisheries Officer is responsible for front line implementation and enforcement of the provisions of the Fisheries Acts, Water Pollution Acts, Water Framework Directive & other relevant statutory provisions, to include the provision of comprehensive conservation, protection, improvement & development services, inland and at sea. The role of a Fisheries Officer has two main areas of responsibility; REMUNERATION The salary scale for the position is at the level of Fisheries Officer as applies in Inland Fisheries Ireland, it is a 14-point scale including 2 long service increments (LSI’s): Point 1 €32,299.08; Point 2 €33,901.38; Point 3 €34,826.61; Point 4 €36,084.89; Point 5 €37,076.48; Point 6 €38,109.19; Point 7 €38,865.10; Point 8 €39,927.13; Point 9 €40,812.20; Point 10 €41,519.36; Point 11 €42,574.81; Point 12 €43,642.87; LSI 1 €44,45,188.81; LSI 2 €47,159.90 (IFI FO Grade Payscale as of 01.08.2025) An unsocial hour’s allowance (UHA) of up to €7,821 per annum (pro-rata), will be payable at either 50% or 100% relative to the number of unsocial hours worked. Candidates should note that salary will not be subject to negotiation and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. New entrants to the public sector will start on Point 1 subject to Haddington Road Agreement and subsequent Government Agreements. TENURE This post is offered on a permanent contract basis. APPLICATIONS A cover letter and up to date Curriculum Vitae should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Wednesday 12th November 2025. Late applications will not be processed. Short listing will be based on information provided in the Cover Letter and CV. Canvassing will disqualify. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Funding Lead - Barriers Mitigation Division
Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has an exciting opportunity for an Funding Lead to join our Barrier Mitigation Division. The Barrier Mitigation Division is a newly created team within IFI. IFI has been asked to take on the role of managing a newly established National Barrier Mitigation Programme 2024 - 2027 (NBMP) and as such, this new division has been established with funding from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (DHLGH) and Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications (DECC). The aim of the National Barrier Mitigation Programme is to improve river hydromorphology and connectivity in Irish catchments by strategically targeting significant barriers to fish passage and structures degrading river form, flow and function. Iconic species such as Atlantic salmon and the European eel are threatened species and IFI is mandated to protect them under law. Removing barriers will open up habitat to various species in an era where habitat loss is impacting severely on biodiversity both nationally and internationally. The Funding Lead will work closely with the Head of the Barrier Mitigation Division, senior management and their teams to devise, design and implement funding aspects of the NBMP Strategic Plan. ABOUT US Inland Fisheries Ireland are the environmental agency responsible for protecting, managing and conserving Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources. More information can be found by visiting our website . VISION, MISSION & VALUES Vision To place the inland fisheries resource in the best sustainable position possible for the benefit of future generations. Mission To protect, manage and conserve Ireland’s inland fisheries and sea angling resources and to maximise their sustainability and natural biodiversity. Values LOCATION This role may be based at any of IFI’s regional offices; Citywest, Dublin / Clonmel, Tipperary / Macroom, Cork / Limerick City, Limerick / Ballina, Mayo Inland Fisheries Ireland is proud to offer a hybrid working model for this role which will typically consist of 2-days working remotely and 3-days working from the successful candidate's designated office, subject to business requirements and approval from line management. REMUNERATION The salary scale for the position is at the level of Assistant Principal as applies in Inland Fisheries Ireland, it is a 14-point scale including 2 long service increments (LSI’s): Point 1 €81,475; Point 2 €84,475; Point 3 €87,518; Point 4 €90,569; Point 5 €93,617; Point 6 €95,375; Point 7 €98,449 (LSI 1); Point 8 €101,535 (LSI 2); (IFI Assistant Principal Grade Pay Scale as of 01/08/2025). Candidates should note that salary will not be subject to negotiation and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. New entrants to the public sector will start on point 1 subject to Haddington Road Agreement and subsequent Government Agreements. ANNUAL LEAVE The annual leave entitlement for this role is 30 days per annum (pro-rata) and is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave as per the Annual Leave policy of Inland Fisheries Ireland. HOURS OF ATTENDANCE Hours of attendance will be as fixed from time to time. At present they amount to 35 hours per week (full-time), net of breaks. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of their duties, subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. TENURE This post is offered on Specified Purpose Contract linked to funding which is expected to last until the end of 2030. APPLICATIONS & SELECTION PROCESS A cover letter and up to date Curriculum Vitae should be submitted via this website by 5.00 pm on Monday 3rd of November 2025 . Late applications or applications not received through the correct channel, as indicated above, will not be considered. Canvassing will disqualify. Inland Fisheries Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. Short listing will be based on information provided in the Cover Letter and CV. FORMATION OF PANEL A panel may be created for up to six months to cover vacancies for roles with similar skill sets. Inland Fisheries Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
