Jobs in Kilkenny
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Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Project Worker
Siul Le simply means to walk with. The Good Shepherd Centre Clg are proposing a Pilot project in partnership with The Collective Sensory Group, supported by the HSE Disability Services. To initially operate for 12 months. The Siul Le Project. It is the partners experience that there is a cohort of service users in homeless services and/or housed with a disability or undefined life challenges who struggle to exit homeless services and/or settle and sustain long term housing and life opportunities. They are in fact a group susceptible to long-term homelessness and its recurring vulnerabilities with high-risk behaviours. In the main they are distant and estranged from services. The ability to assess and use this information from a multi-disciplinary perspective with the service user and to access services is a priority. For many of that cohort accessing homeless services this is due to family breakdown, experiences of violence and other vulnerabilities. In the south east the private rented sector has become unaffordable for social housing applicants. Housing supply is low, and the Housing Assistance Scheme (HAP) has a growing unpopularity among landlords. Individuals with sensory and development difficulties or with a disability in general can find this an impossible space to navigate to successful outcomes. The Local Authority Housing Disability Strategy for People with Disabilities continues to seek to prioritise access to supports and quality housing for service users with mild to severe disabilities. The Good Shepherd Centre and HSE will seek to agree targets with each of the local authority steering groups for access to Siul Le Service and likewise access to emergency and suitable long-term accommodation. The client group present with mild Intellectual disability, Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder, Dyslexia and a range of poor coping skills. Many have experienced family breakdown and/or struggle to access and/or sustain accommodation. They are vulnerable. Some have a history of addiction and high risk behaviours such as self-neglect and/or self-harm
Pizza Maker
Main purpose of the role: Focused on the fusion of Irish and Italian traditions and ingredients, our new Pizza company is looking for passionate foodies to lead the way in producing amazing, authentic Italian pizza, pizza that tastes as good as one you would find in a pizza corner in Italy. Relevant Skills/Experience: Previous food preparation and production experience is essential Qualified pizza creator/maker or baker is a distinct advantage but not necessary Creative and passionate about food Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Accuracy, attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Previous customer service experience is an advantage HACCP training is beneficial but not essential Main Duties: Actively live the pizza brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic and Imaginative Serve customer with freshly baked pizza made fresh to order Bake and finish products to the highest standard in accordance with the pizza baking guidelines Ensure the pizza department is merchandised and presented to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant brand guidelines Ensure ordering of stock is carried out in accordance with procedures Ensure all HACCP best practices are implemented across the pizzeria Adhere to all pizza brand rules, policies and procedures at all time Be familiar and comply with all Health & Safety regulations particularly those pertaining to your role and to report any breaches to store management
Project Worker Part, Time
Purpose of the Post To work with the Service Manager and within the authority delegated to the post holder by the service manager; to assist in the day to day running of the service whilst remaining on the roster. The Project Worker will be responsible for: processing referrals, conducting assessments; care/support planning and implementation of care/support plans; engaging with service users; supporting service users with move on plans; managing maintenance issues; delivering practice supervision. The Project Worker will play a key role in recruiting, mentoring and supporting staff and students (if applicable) in order to ensure that the highest level and standards of social care practice are further developed and maintained in the service. In addition to this, the post holder will act on behalf of the Service Manager and provide out of hours on call support where designated.
Night Shift Attendant
GSCK provides emergency accommodation for up to 37 residents (emergency), 8 transitional and one family emergency. The services are low threshold in nature. Job description This is a 24/7 service. Working hours may require the post holder to work weekends, nights, and public holidays. Occasionally you may also be required to work at short notice in the event of an emergency. Post holder on occasions may be required to attend training/meetings at other locations e.g. regionally within the South East. Mimimum level 5 Social Care required + Full clean Drivers licence desired.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Kikenny RP who is fully flexible throughout the week. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Substitute Transport Escorts
Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board will be forming a substitute panel of Transport Escorts for positions that may arise during the school academic year 2025/26 Please note:
External Courts Service Clerical Officer
1. Operating Environment The long-term strategic vision for the future of the Courts Service sets out the 10-year plan to 2030 to re-design services around court users, leveraging digital technology to streamline services and ultimately delivering a modern court system. This is an exciting time to be a member of Courts Service staff and be part of our evolving and modernising journey. 2. THE ROLE Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want a varied role with fantastic career opportunities in a dynamic, fast paced environment? The Courts Service is offering entry-level positions for individuals to join our team as a first step toward a rewarding and fulfilling career. These exciting on-site roles in Kilkenny Court Office provide a vibrant work environment and the opportunity to make a real impact. The Clerical Officer is often the first point of contact for our customers and may be seen as the face of our organisation. In this role you will have an opportunity to learn, develop and gain a knowledge of court proceedings and will be at the forefront of providing our customers access to justice. The office environment is rewarding and fulfilling and gives successful candidates an excellent foundation for career progression. You will play a key role in the implementation of our exciting modernisation programme and as such, we want to make you the best that you can be. 3. Key Responsibilities A Clerical Officer will be responsible for: Candidates with Disabilities The Courts Service has a key role to play in attracting candidates from all sectors of society, ensuring that routes to career opportunities are accessible to all who are interested. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. If you have a disability or need reasonable accommodation made during the selection process, we strongly encourage you to share this with us so that we can ensure you get the support you need. Reasonable accommodation in our selection process refers to adjustments and practical changes which would enable a disabled candidate to have an equal opportunity for this competition. Examples of adjustments we provide include the use of assistive technology, extra time, scribes and/or readers or a range of other accommodations. Please be assured that having a disability or requiring adjustments will not impact on your progress in the selection process; you will not be at a disadvantage if you disclose your disability or requirements to us. Your disability and/or adjustments will be kept entirely confidential. Interviews Interviews will take place in person in Kilkenny city centre. Interviews will be structured in format, with candidates asked to provide examples of the capabilities for the role as outlined in Section 7 of this document. Depending on the number of successful candidates following assessments, interviews will be held in batches. If a candidate fails to confirm their attendance for interview, their application will be withdrawn. If a candidate confirms their attendance and fails to show or provide a sufficient reason and timing for not showing, their application will be withdrawn. It is anticipated the interview will last forty-five minutes. Panel Formation To be considered for the panel you must receive 50% or more in all capabilities. Candidates who successfully pass the interview process may obtain a place on a panel and may, within the life of the panel, be considered for subsequent approved vacancies if they arise for this role. The candidate who obtains first place on the panel will be the first candidate considered for a position, subject to satisfactory clearances, and so on in order of merit. The panel will be established for 2 years and appointments may be made from this panel as vacancies arise. Candidates who have not been offered a position at the expiry of the panel will have no claim to any further positions thereafter because of having been on the panel. A candidate will only be offered a position once. If the candidate refuses a position, they will be removed from the panel. Confidentiality Candidates can expect that all enquiries, applications and all aspects of the proceedings to the extent that they are managed by the Courts Service are treated as strictly confidential subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014. However, candidates should note that all application material may be made available to the interview board. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from computer records for general statistical purposes. Review and Complaint Procedures under the Code of Practice for Appointments to Positions in the Civil and Public Service If a candidate is unhappy following the outcome of any stage of a selection process, they can either: 1. Request a Review of a decision made during the process Or 2. Make a Complaint that the selection process followed was unfair A candidate can follow either one of the two procedures in relation to the same aspect of a selection process, but not both. Where a review of a selection process has taken place under Section 7 (as detailed below), a complainant may not seek a further review of the same process under Section 8, other than in the most exceptional circumstances that will be determined by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA) at its sole discretion . There is no obligation on the Courts Service to suspend an appointment process while a Review or Complaint is being considered. However, the CPSA expects that, where possible, the Courts Service will intervene in cases where it finds an error is likely to have occurred. Candidates' Obligations: Candidates in the recruitment process must not: • knowingly or recklessly provide false information • canvass any person with or without inducements • impersonate a candidate at any stage of the process interfere with or compromise the process in any way 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 and/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. It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection process e.g. through social media or any other means, may result in disqualification from the competition. In addition, if a person found guilty of an offence was, or is a candidate at a recruitment process, they will be disqualified as a candidate and excluded from the process and if appointed to a post following the recruitment process, they will be removed from that post. Use of Recording Equipment The Courts Service does not allow the unsanctioned use of any type of recording equipment on its premises. This applies to any form of sound recording and any type of still picture or video recording, whether including sound recording or not, and covers any type of device used for these purposes. Any person wishing to use such equipment for any of these purposes must seek written permission in advance. Unsanctioned use of recording equipment by any person is a breach of this policy. Any candidate involved in such a breach will be disqualified from the competition. MATTERS RELATING TO ELIGIBILITY TO APPLY Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must 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 has a stamp 41 or a Stamp 5 permission; Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Salary The salary scale for the position (rates effective from February 2026) is as follows: Clerical Officer - Personal Pension Contribution Salary Scale: €605.69 €639.04 €647.53 €664.05 €688.44 €712.80 €737.14 €754.87 €774.99 €798.31 €814.74 €837.85 €860.81 €896.63 €924.78(LSI1) €949.31(LS2) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3(LSI1) and 6(LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Appointees will be expected to perform all acts, duties and obligations as appropriate to this position (which may be revised from time to time). Tenure and Probation The appointment is to a permanent position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of twelve months from the date specified on the contract. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you – (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to the completion of the probationary contract a decision will be made as to whether or not you will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956–2005 . This decision will be based on your performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to you and you will be given a copy of the Department of Public Expenditure NDP Delivery and Reform’s guidelines on probation. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs in this section, the probationary contract may be terminated at any time prior to the expiry of the term of the contract by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In the following circumstances your contract may be extended and your probation period suspended. · The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave. · In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employer may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation and · Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall - (i) stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work, and (ii) be completed by the employee on the employees return from work after such absence. Where probation is suspended the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department. Hours of Attendance This is a fulltime post, and hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week or 35 hours net per week . Appointees will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Annual Leave The Annual Leave allowance is 22 days rising to 23 days after 5 years’ service and to 24 days after 10 years’ service, 25 days after 12 years’ service and 26 after 14 years’ service. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the civil service, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Headquarters The appointees’ headquarters will depend on location of position accepted. No hybrid or blended working available.
Head of Digital Project Engagement
Job Location: This post will be a hybrid working model at an RSA Office to be confirmed with the successful candidate i.e. Ballina – Co. Mayo, Loughrea – Co. Galway, Kilkenny, Dublin, Cork Such arrangements will be aligned and in accordance with central DPER (Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform) guidelines on blended working. Key Elements of the Job and Responsibilities: 1. Digital Product Engagement Strategy • Lead the development and delivery of RSA’s Digital Product Engagement Strategy at a time the Authority is going through significant transformation and change. • Champion a OneRSA approach (long-term), digital-first mindset and customer-centric vision across RSA digital services. • Drive online adoption, digital customer engagement, and satisfaction through data-driven product enhancements and engagement campaigns. • Collaborate and plan with relevant stakeholders to bring RSA digital sites and platforms (RSA.ie, NDLS Online, MyRoadSafety.ie, and others) under a unified OneRSA digital experience framework. • Lead initiatives (short-term) to reduce friction and ensure a seamless customer experience across RSA portals, websites, and online services on the pathway to achieving the OneRSA approach. • Play a key role in enabling major digital and service transformation programmes across RSA’s national services ensuring digital product engagement and customer experience considerations are embedded from design through to delivery. 2. Voice of the Customer • Lead customer feedback surveys, digital customer journey mapping, and digital sentiment analysis to ensure timely recognition of customer pain points. • Integrate and translate customer needs into actionable improvements in product design, delivering intuitive, accessible, and efficient online services. • Use data, analytics, and research insights to identify service improvements and innovation opportunities. • Ensure digital services are inclusive by design, meeting accessibility standards, Official Languages Act requirements, and wider public service obligations. 3. Cross Functional Product Management • Develop and manage cross-functional relationship with RSA Business Leads to include the Digital Customer Engagement Strategy in product planning, road mapping, and go-to-market execution. • Collaborate closely with the Head of Data, ICT, Procurement to select a solution which will integrate data sources and build a single view of the digital customer journey. • Work cross-functionally with the RSA Business Leads, Design Authority, ICT, and external vendors to ensure customer experience excellence in all digital touchpoints. • Support the development and integration of digital services to ensure consistency of design, content, and usability leading to similar customer experience across RSA services. 4. Stakeholder Management • Must be able to advise and influence RSA’s Corporate Leadership Team (CLT) ensuring their expectations are effectively managed and aligned with digital product engagement strategies. • Work with external government and public service stakeholders (e.g., OGCIO, DEASP, Department of Transport) to ensure alignment with national digital standards. • Promote collaboration and shared ownership of digital initiatives, breaking down silos through a OneRSA approach. 5. Go-to-Market Strategy • Lead go-to-market strategies for RSA online services to ensure successful product launches, drive adoption, and maintain top-of-mind awareness among customers. • Collaborate with the RSA Media and Communications team to plan and deliver campaigns that promote online services and customer engagement. • Strong understanding and experience of SEO, Google Analytics, and digital marketing principles to support the planning, delivery, and optimisation of digital go-to-market strategies. • Contribute to planning and oversight of content and customer communications across RSA’s digital platforms to ensure consistency and clarity. 6. Measurement and Continuous Improvement • Lead the implementation and optimisation of website analytics to capture, interpret, and act on customer behaviour insights across RSA’s digital ecosystem. • Report regularly on KPIs including online adoption, customer satisfaction, and product performance, thus eliminating silos and promoting transparent and informed data-driven decision making. • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and agility in digital service delivery. • Establish and evolve a comprehensive digital data management pathway to enable the analysis of a unified RSA customer journey across all online services. 7. Risk Management and Governance • Identify, assess, and manage risks related to the delivery of digital product engagement strategies, adoption, and online service performance. • Effectively register and report risks related to RSA digital platforms and customer journeys in close collaboration with the Risk Manager. • Embed a culture of risk awareness and accountability within all digital service design and product management processes. This job description 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 by management and to contribute to the development of the post while in the role. Qualifications and Experience Required: Essential Requirements: Each candidate must meet the following requirements at the time of the competition closing: • Hold a minimum of an NFQ Level 8 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as Digital Product Management, Marketing, Communications, Business, or IT. • Have at least 5 years of senior management experience in digital product management, customer engagement, or digital transformation within a complex or multi-stakeholder organisation. • Demonstrate proven success in developing and implementing digital adoption or digital engagement strategies. • Have experience managing cross-functional initiatives, with strong stakeholder management and communication skills. • Demonstrate experience using digital analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics, SEMrush, Power BI, Brandwatch, Crazy Egg) to derive actionable insights. • Possess strong strategic planning, product delivery, and influencing skills. • Strong understanding of GDPR Principles and the practical application of GDPR in a business and operational setting. • Experience in the development of digital data related policies and practices alongside their practical implementation. • Good understanding of web analytics and how these can be coupled with operational data analytic insights to support a seamless online customer experience. • Significant experience in the practical oversight, reviewing and approval of technical documentation. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and oral) with an ability to effectively convey ideas in a non-technical manner to other members of the organisation at various levels to generate stakeholder engagement and buy-in. • Experience of effective collaboration and eliciting engagement with business units that have limited capacity. Desirable Skills and Experience: • Experience in the public sector or regulated industries. • Proven leadership in driving digital product engagement strategies and cross-functional initiatives. • Must be a self-starter with strong ownership, resilience, and delivery focused in a complex, multi-stakeholder product development environment. • Be customer-obsessed, deeply empathetic, constantly putting yourself in the shoes of the customers. • Understanding of user experience (UX), accessibility, and digital customer journey mapping. • Experience with content management systems (CMS), SEO optimisation and go-to-market strategies. • Strong knowledge of agile methodologies and emerging technology such as AI to deliver innovation in customer-centric digital products. Key Capabilities for Effective Performance at this Level: Demonstrate the Assistant Principal Officer capabilities as set out below: Building Future Readiness • Digital Focus, Innovation and Upskilling for the Future • Strategy, Change and Reform Leading and Empowering • Leading, Motivating and Developing • Leading with Specialist Insight Evidence Informed Delivery • Delivering Excellence • Analysis, Judgement and Decision Making Communicating and Collaborating • Communicating and Influencing • Engaging and Collaborating Salary Scale: Based on a 41.25 hours per week gross or 35 hours net, successful candidates will be paid on the (Assistant Principal) PPC scale (Pay Adjustments - Updated 01 February 2026, Circular 07/2026): Point 1 €82,290 Point 2 €85,320 Point 3 €88,393 Point 4 €91,475 Point 5 €94,553 Point 6 (Max) €96,329 (LS1) ¹ €99,433 (LS2) ² €102,550 ¹ After 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum. ² After 6 years satisfactory service at the maximum. Once you reach the maximum point of the scale, you must complete a further 3 years of satisfactory service to qualify for LS1 (Long Service Increment 1). After another 3 years at LS1, you will progress to LS2 (Long Service Increment 2). Salary is paid fortnightly; the Authority operates a contributory pension scheme. PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6 April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3 years (LSI-1) and 6 years (LSI-2) satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Candidates should note that entry will be at point 1 of the above scale and will not be subject to negotiation. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Probation: Candidates must satisfactorily complete a 12-month probationary period before a permanent appointment can be confirmed. Annual Leave: The annual leave allowance will be 30 working days a year. This leave is on the basis of a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Medical: A candidate who is not already in permanent employment of the Authority will be required, prior to appointment, to pass a medical examination by a doctor nominated by the Authority. The Authority bears the cost of this examination.
Higher Executive Officer
The Role - HEO ICT This role supports the delivery, operation and continuous improvement of ICT services across the organisation. The post holder may work across multiple ICT domains, including cloud (Azure) and network services, end user and helpdesk support, mobile device management (IOS), security (NIS2) and business application support and projects. The role is designed to be flexible to meet evolving organisational and technology needs. The following is a non exhaustive list of key accountabilities that are typically allocated, but are not limited to, the role: Service Delivery and Support ■ Provide technical support and operational assistance across ICT services, including end user devices, applications, mobile phones, cloud platforms and network services. ■ Troubleshoot and resolve incidents and service requests, escalating where appropriate in line with ICT service management processes. ■ Support the configuration, maintenance and ongoing administration of ICT systems and services. ■ Assist with the rollout of new systems, upgrades and changes, including user support during transition phases. Technical and Operational Activities ■ Assist in the analysis of business and technical requirements and contribute to the identification of appropriate ICT solutions. ■ Support cloud, network or infrastructure services for example Azure environments, identity management, connectivity and device management in line with agreed standards. ■ Participate in system testing, including user acceptance testing and validation activities. ■ Maintain accurate technical documentation, procedures and knowledge base articles. Security, Governance and Compliance ■ Operate ICT services in accordance with organisational policies, security standards and regulatory requirements including NIS2 where applicable. ■ Support the secure management of user access, devices and data. ■ Assist with vendor and service provider interactions, including logging issues and monitoring service delivery. Collaboration and Continuous Improvement ■ Work collaboratively with ICT colleagues across infrastructure, operations, security and data teams. ■ Engage with business users to understand issues, provide guidance and improve service quality. ■ Contribute to service improvement initiatives, small projects or workstreams as required. ■ Support change management activities, including communications, training and user guidance. ■ Monitor vendor performance, escalate issues and ensure compliance with contract requirements. Management and Organisational Responsibilities ■ Manage and prioritise workload effectively to meet service objectives and agreed timeframes. ■ Where required, support or supervise staff or contractors and contribute to a positive team environment. ■ Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role and grade, in line with operational needs. Essential Requirements ■ Experience in two or more of the following areas: o Cloud platforms for example Microsoft Azure o Application Support and Business Analysis o ICT service desk or end user support o Networks or infrastructure support o Mobile device and endpoint management o ICT Security including NIS2 and ISO27001 ■ Relevant certifications for example ITIL, Microsoft, networking, Business Analysis, Project Management or Security certifications. ■ Experience working with Microsoft enterprise technologies for example Microsoft 365, Dynamics, Sentinel, Defender, Entra ID, Intune, Power Platform. ■ Familiarity with ICT service management practices for example Incident, Request, Problem and Change management. ■ Experience driving innovation and introducing new technologies. ■ Knowledge of public sector environments, governance or procurement processes. ■ A Level 7 qualification or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Information Systems or another relevant discipline. ■ 3 years relevant experience working in an ICT environment such as service desk, application support, technical operations including Cloud or Infrastructure, or security. ■ Experience supporting users, systems or services in a structured ICT environment. ■ Strong problem solving, communication, vendor management and interpersonal skills. ■ Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Desirable Requirements (As outlined above where applicable within essential criteria and experience areas.) Conditions of Service Tenure Appointment from this competition will be a full time permanent Higher Executive Officer grade in the public service following successful completion of an eleven month probation period. Salary For persons paying Class A rate of PRSI contributions, the scale is as follows: €59,435 €61,173 €62,908 €64,640 €66,380 €68,111 €69,849 €72,353¹ €75,788² Long service increments may be payable after 3 years (LSI 1) and 6 years (LSI 2) satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. The starting salary will be at the minimum point of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. Appointments arising from this competition are subject to Section 52 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Authority. Note: Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the successful candidate is already a serving civil or public servant. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government pay policy. Successful candidates will be placed on a panel from which appointments will be made. Vacancies will be offered to candidates based on the order of merit from the interview process. Any panel formed as part of this campaign will expire 12 months from its establishment. Probationary Period On appointment, the appointee will serve an 11 month probationary period. Prior to the end of this probationary period, a decision will be made on substantive appointment to the position. Location This role can be based in the Authority’s Dublin headquarters or in one of the regional offices as may be agreed by the Authority and the candidate. The role will have a nationwide remit. The Authority reserves the right, at its discretion, to change the primary location to any other place within Ireland. Hours of Attendance Hours of duty will be subject to the exigencies of the post but will not be less than 35 hours exclusive of luncheon intervals per week. The successful candidate may be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. Applicable overtime circulars will apply. Annual Leave 29 days per annum exclusive of the usual public holidays, rising to 30 after 5 years service. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the public service and is based on a five day week.
