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The Department of Social Protection (DSP) is running an open competition for Traineeship Opportunities, trainees will be appointed to the role of Deciding Officer alongside a defined and fulfilling career development opportunity for progression to Executive Officer (EO) level. The role of Deciding Officer has a real impact in improving the lives of others, assisting people requiring income support and also through their job seeking journey (See Appendix B for “A day in the life of…” examples of job roles in DSP). This unique career development opportunity gives successful candidates the chance to work and develop in the role of Deciding Officer in year one, and in year two, undertake one of the two distinct customer facing roles of EO Inspector and Job Coach and undertake accelerated learning and development. At the end of the two-year journey, Officers will then have the opportunity to progress following a final assessment through an interview process to be assigned as an EO in DSP. Successful candidates in the competition will initially be placed as Clerical Officers (COs) carrying out the role of Deciding Officer. After one year and following a successful probation for new entrants or for those already established, a successful year’s performance in the Deciding Officer role, candidates will then progress to either a Job Coach or Inspector role and undertake an accelerated learning programme. At all times, candidates will be provided with practical on-the-job training, distinct learning and development supports and third-party accredited learning. DSP is now recruiting for Trainees (Clerical Officer grade) to embark on this exciting career development journey. Successful candidates from this competition will be placed in roles located in Dublin City, Limerick City, Cork City and Sligo for the duration of the career development journey. It is intended to recruit a total of 20 staff as part of this competition in 2025. DSP Background Information DSP is the largest Government Department in the Irish Civil Service and one of the largest organisations in the State. It plays the lead role in developing policy and advising Government on social protection and labour market issues including employment rights, income support, pensions, and activation policies. The Department also has responsibility for the delivery of a wide range of services through its own nationwide network of offices and through several agencies and third-party service providers. The Department employs over 6,700 staff, with a budget of approximately €25 billion, delivered processes in excess of 2.5 million customer service applications per annum and issued approximately 87 million payments to 2.2 million customers and their families. Overview of this Competition and Career Development Journey for Deciding Officer to Job Coach or EO Inspector. Successful candidates will gain valuable experience of working in the Civil Service at an entry level grade of CO initially carrying out the Deciding Officer role, while undertaking learning (to include structured on the job training and formal classroom-based learning) to develop towards an EO role in several key areas across in the Department. In commencing employment under this competition Officers will be required to develop and apply the following key skills: • Efficiency: meeting deadlines while ensuring all work carried out is to a high standard. • Being a Team Player: the capacity to work well with others by offering ideas and knowing/understanding the responsibilities expected by others. • Organisational Skills: you may have several tasks to complete every day. Good organisational skills are required so that you can plan, manage, and delegate all tasks as necessary. • Technical Skills: strong IT skills are required to process the knowledge to run relevant tools and programmes within DSP. • Results-driven: ensuring that all work carried out is thoroughly checked to ensure a high standard of work while showing the flexibility to get a number of tasks completed daily. • Customer Service Skills: Strong customer service skills can help you negotiate interpersonal relationships with members of the public and other stakeholders. On-the-job practical experience and structured learning (on the job and formal accredited training) will be provided to successful candidates from this competition. Over the two-year distinct career development journey, in which candidates will be fully supported, it is envisaged that successful candidates will take on the following DSP-specific customer facing roles: Year 1 • Deciding Officer - making decisions on the awarding of income support and other payments within the scope of the Social Welfare legislation. AND Year 2 • Job Coach – working with and engaging with jobseekers to assist them find employment. OR • EO Inspector (EOI) - carrying out routine investigations/reviews in line with powers under Section 250 of the Social Welfare (Consolidation) Act 2005. It is expected that those successful in this competition will: • Spend their first year in the Deciding Officer role. • Following successful probation (or for those staff who have already completed probation) take part in an accelerated learning programme in their second year (in either a Job Coach or EOI role) to gain experience of different areas and of key aspects of these and other roles in the Department. • Upon successfully commencing their second year, be awarded an allowance to support them taking on either a Job Coach or EO Inspector role. Participate, complete and be successful in Third Level Accredited Learning Programmes (to QQI Level 6 & 7, Special Purpose Awards), E-Learning, Self-Directed Learning, Instructor Led Training and Peer Supported Learning (practical role-based activities). Examples of specific accredited learning modules included on the Programme are: • Certificate in Social Protection Studies (Accredited QQI Level 6). • Certificate in Social Welfare Decision Making (Accredited QQI Level 7) – for Deciding Officer Role. • Certificate in Public Employment Services Provision (Accredited QQI Level 7) – For Job Coach Role. • Certificate in Social Protection Investigative Work (Accredited QQI Level 7) – For EO Inspector Role. • [Note: For those staff who have already completed these specific accredited learning programmes noted, there will be no obligation to complete the learning again.] • Take part in regular checkpoint meetings to assess and review their progression. Successfully completing these assessments will allow staff in the distinct roles to progress on the career development journey. Local Coaches and a Human Resources Mentor will provide successful candidates with ongoing support and advice. • After year two, and having demonstrated satisfactory progression, successful candidates will have an opportunity to participate, via an interview process, for a role at Executive Officer grade. • Be placed in any available EO roles further to successful promotion to EO. Who Should Apply Eligible persons who are: • Interested in joining the Department at an entry level as a starting point for a career in the Civil Service. • Existing/Serving Civil Servants – up to and including Clerical Officer grades (or equivalent grades), interested in progressing to a higher grade role in DSP, following an accelerated learning programme and a further assessment through a final interview process following completion of the initial two years Entry Requirements and Eligibility Candidates must: • Demonstrate an ability to perform the competencies required of a Clerical Officer with potential to develop the competencies required for the role of Executive Officer during a two-year period. – see relevant competencies at Appendix A. • Demonstrate an openness and ability to acquire the skills and knowledge to progress to the Executive Officer Role in DSP. • Demonstrate a keen interest in the career development aspects of the opportunity, the learning / training (on the job and formal) and the development opportunities that will be provided, as well as the capacity to take on and succeed in Accredited learning e.g., QQI Level 6 & 7. • Have the requisite knowledge, skills, and behaviours required including: • take direction / follow instructions. • organise and prioritise work effectively. • work well with the public and colleagues. • be flexible in their approach to work. • be able to communicate effectively in a clear and concise manner. • Be at least 17 years of age on or before the closing date of 3pm on Wednesday,18th September 2024 • Fulfil citizenship, health, and character requirements (see below). • Ensure that they meet the criteria regarding Public & Civil Service Redundancy/Ill Health Retirement Schemes. Other Recruitment Information Health & Character Candidates must be in good health, capable and competent of carrying out the work assigned to them, and they must be of good character. Those under consideration for a position will be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting form. References will be sought. Some posts will also require special security clearance. In the event of potential conflicts of interest, candidates may not be considered for certain posts. Garda Vetting If an applicant comes under consideration for appointment, they will be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which they resided. If otherwise unsuccessful at the selection process, the Garda Vetting form will be destroyed by the Department of Social Protection. Therefore, if the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another competition conducted by the Department of Social Protection, they may be required to supply this information again on that occasion. Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility In order to participate in this competition, the following Citizenship requirements apply: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. 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 visa or a stamp 5 visa; Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. Salary New Entrant Appointees will be offered a salary of €29,296.98. This is the first point of the Clerical Officer Salary scale. Where a successful candidate has had prior Civil/Public service, incremental credit may be awarded after offer and acceptance of the position on the first point of the Clerical Officer Salary scale and further to satisfactory evidence being provided by the Appointee in line with normal procedures. CO Pay-scale Effective 1st June 2024 DPENDR Circular 08/2024 €29,296.98 - €31,020.48 - €31,457.75 - €32,311.94 - €33,572.61 - €34,830.67 - €36,088.20 - €37,004.49 - €38,042.87 - €39,248.75 - €40,097.19 - €41,290.55 - €42,476.60 - €44,327.95 (Max) - €45,782.21 (LSI1) - €46,449.59 (LSI2) 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.
Trainee Solicitor
Carvill Rickard LLP Solicitors is a busy Solicitors General Practice in Raheny Village. They are looking to recruit a Trainee Solicitor to work in all areas of general practice. The successful candidate will get substantial hands on experience in the core areas of property, probate, family law and litigation. Carvill Rickard LLP Solicitors office is located close to the Raheny Dart Station and is on many bus routes. They will consider applications from candidates who have either completed or are in the course of completing their FE1 exams. The position is limited to those who are willing to complete their Law Society Training Course by the Hybrid Scheme. At least 3 years experience working in a solicitors office as Legal Secretary or Legal Executive or similar role required. If you wish to apply for this role please email a CV and cover letter to: swhelan@carvillrickard.ie
