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The Position Meath County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed-term contract vacancies for the position of IS Technical Support Officer – Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Projects shall be drawn. The successful candidate will be a member of the Council’s GIS Team, which is a key pillar of the Council’s Information Systems (IS) Department. The GIS Team is responsible for managing the Council’s leading edge enterprise GIS Platform, and associated spatial data infrastructure, supporting a user base of 1,100 staff, various external groups and organisations, as well as, members of the public. The Council is now looking to add to its GIS Team in line with its expanding workload. This is an excellent opportunity to apply and build on existing knowledge and skills and to be part of an ambitious and dynamic team working with leading edge spatial technologies to define and deliver varied internal and external facing solutions of value to all the operational Directorates of the Council. Purpose, Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the post of the GIS Technician include, but are not limited to: • Maintain and update, on an ongoing basis, existing mapping and GIS datasets as required in relation to the functions of the Planning Department. • Creation, updating and maintenance of Planning GIS databases specific to the preparation, monitoring and review of the Development and Local Area plans. • Graphic production of a wide range of maps and diagrams to be published as part of the Development and Local Area plans (e.g., land use zoning, spatially defined objectives etc.) • Data collection and research for development plans. • Digitizing or sourcing of data required for mapping purposes. • Creation, updating and maintenance of the planning registers; planning applications, exempted developments, Part 8 developments, by ensuring that data entry. • Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance at public consultation. • Manage work flows and produce regular progress reports on all aspects of area of responsibility. • Provide training and support in GIS related software and systems to council staff; • Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation; • Develop the use of FME software for daily tasks and innovative data translations; • Proactively monitor emerging tools, skills, techniques and technologies; • Build the capacity of the Council’s GIS Platform and Spatial Data Infrastructure to maximise opportunities presented through best practice GIS implementation and Geographical Information management; • Act as a champion by promoting GIS and associated spatial technology use within the Council for the purpose of improving decision making and introducing efficiencies; • Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time. Qualifications for the Post Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) (i) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major awards (i.e. honours degree) or higher in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) plus 2 years directly relevant, recent experience. Or (ii) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major awards (i.e. ordinary degree) or higher in Geographic Information Systems plus 3 years directly relevant, recent experience Or (iii) A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major awards (i.e. ordinary degree) or higher in Geographic Information Systems plus 3 years directly relevant, recent experience. Or (iv) A qualification at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) plus at least 4 years directly relevant, recent experience. And (b) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. (c) Hold a current clean full drivers licence (minimum Class B), Requirements, Knowledge and Skills It is desirable that candidates, through their application form and at the interview stage, demonstrate significant experience of a number of the following: • Management of GIS Projects from inception to delivery; • Requirements analysis and business process analysis. • GIS principles and mapping concepts, for e.g. grids, projections, transformations, generalisation, accuracy, precision etc.; • Hands-on experience with ArcPro, ArcGIS Online components, in particular, but not limited to: o User account administration o WebApp Builder. o Field Maps / Survey123. o Operations Dashboard • Working knowledge and experience with Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) tools, in particular FME; • Experience with a database management system such as Microsoft SQL Server or equivalent; • Data Governance and familiarity with Open Data concepts. • Spatial analysis and reports; • Processing, cleaning, creation and maintenance of spatial datasets; • Geospatial data storage and management; Desirable, Knowledge and Skills Candidates must demonstrate, through their application form, and at the interview, that they have: • Strong presentation, reporting and communication skills. • Technical proficiency, and hands-on experience required for the role. • Ability to deliver results on time and to a high standard. • Strong sense of ownership of their work and attention to detail; • Ability to be proactive, take ownership, a self-starter, follow through without supervision. • Committement to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies. • Good interpersonal skills and able to establish positive relationships with staff of the Council, Councillors, partners, external agencies and suppliers etc. • Well-developed presentation and negotiation skills: able to communicate clearly and confidently with staff and stakeholders both orally and in writing. • Ability to meet day-to-day and project targets. • Excellent analytic and organisational skills. Miscellaneous Provisions Salary Salary scale: €51,722 - €61,865 per annum (EL 07/25), analogous to the Staff Officer grade. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the appropriate Department Circulars. Hours of Work The normal working hours will be 35 hours per week. Duties may require the successful applicant to work outside of normal working hours i.e. attendance at evening/weekend, training duties etc. as part of normal working hours without additional remuneration. All hours worked will be subject to the provision of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as amended. You may be required to complete a time-sheet in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Start Date Meath County Council shall require a person to whom an offer of employment is made to take up an appointment within a reasonable period of time, usually two months from date of offer, to meet the organisational requirements of the Council. Meath County Council reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that an appointment is not taken up within such a period. Leave 30 days per annum Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Probation The following provisions will apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 9 months but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Travel It is desirable that holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required to 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. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Meath County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. Residence The person holding the office must reside in, or at an address convenient to performing the role/function as approved by the Chief Executive. 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 Safety and Welfare The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Meath County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. They shall familiarise themselves with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment. Training It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. Garda Vetting Successful candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the position. Outside Employment The officer may not engage in private practice, or be connected with any outside business, which would interfere with the performance of official duties.
Executive Accountant
This position is a senior position within the organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for the co-ordination, preparation, monitoring, modelling, analysing and reporting on significant revenue and capital expenditure budgets, budgetary control and debtor management. They will assist in the completion of the annual financial statement, operation of the organisations financial management system and support strategic and operational planning. They will also be an integral part of the wider organisational financial discipline and will be working with multidisciplinary teams. It would suit an ambitious, qualified accountant with a range of experience dealing with multidisciplinary teams and with experience in managing and motivating staff. The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. Duties Duties will include but are not limited to: Leading the implementation of the Upgrading of the Financial Management System to the cloud Implement a new Asset Management System across the organisation Involvement in the rollout of the procurement module of the Financial Management System Assisting in the planning, scheduling and preparation of the Annual Financial Statement in accordance with currently accepted accounting standards and relevant codes of practice as set out by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Develop the accounting and finance skills of staff involved in financial activities throughout the Council and provide financial advice and assistance to all departments. Liaise with internal and external auditors. Provide information to Auditors during the course of their audits as required Assisting in the planning, compilation and preparation of Local Authority revenue and capital budgets. Assist in the preparation of monthly / quarterly revenue and capital financial reports, monitoring and review of same, identify variances and recommendations for corrective actions if required. Assist in the preparation, implementation and on-going review of the local authority’s finance plans including management of capital budgets. Financial planning and analysis including ad-hoc financial analysis and modelling. Assist in the introduction of reporting structures and systems in line with new requirements of legislation, circulars, value for money reports and so on. Provide financial advice and assistance to all departments to support the achievement of the corporate objectives. Promote and assist the implementation of good practice in: Risk Management; Procurement; Value for Money; Shared Services; Efficiency and Effectiveness. Dissemination of taxation knowledge and monitor and implement internal controls to make sure that the local authority is tax compliant. Monitor and implement / improve internal controls and checks to ensure good financial control, safeguarding of assets of the local authority. Making sure of the rapid, timely and accurate preparation of financial and management reports with automated systems. Manage and develop the team of staff in the Finance function to ensure the highest standards of proficiency. Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance. Post of Executive Accountant (Open Competition) Louth County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Louth County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post, from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. This panel will exist for 12 months and may only be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Essential Criteria Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, training, experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – a) Possess a professional accountancy qualification and be a member of a recognised body of accountants (ACCA, AIA, CIMA, CIPFA, ICAEW, ICAI, ICAS or ICPAI) and submit a copy of your certificate of registration to recruitment@louthcoco.ie (*See Note on Page 7) AND b) Have not less than two years’ satisfactory and relevant post-qualification experience; AND c) Possess a high standard of accountancy experience and adequate experience in an office organisation and in the control of staff. d) Have an excellent working knowledge of integrated Financial Management Systems and Microsoft Office; A knowledge of Agresso Financial Management System would be beneficial but not essential. It is desirable that the ideal candidate should: • A high degree of analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills. • An ability to determine priorities and organise workloads in order to achieve tight deadlines with attention to detail. • Experience in the identification of critical/significant financial issues and briefing management on same; • Proven ability to work under pressure and think laterally in dealing with a wide range of issues. • Experience of managing, motivating and developing staff, including performance management; • Highly developed oral and written communication skills, including negotiation, report writing, and presentation skills. • Highly developed relationship management and interpersonal skills and a capacity to promote cooperation, trust, and openness amongst staff and customers. • Ability to effectively manage risk, procurement, and resources. • Commitment to self-development and enthusiastic about acquiring new skills; • Possess a knowledge of public sector finance would be beneficial • Hold a full driving licence, Category “B”, free from endorsement and provide their own motor vehicle for use in carrying out their duties and their motor insurance policy must indemnify the Council. Candidates, if successful, will not be appointed to the post unless they: • Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be performed; • Are fully competent, available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Particulars of Post Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. The salary scale for the position of Executive Accountant is: €60,011 - €78,015 (LSI 2) gross per annum. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL.02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Location of post Louth County Council reserves the right to assign the post holder to any council premises, now or in the future subject to reasonable notice. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Superannuation A. Officers joining the Public Service after the 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. A Class rate of PRSI contribution will apply. A rate of 3% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the rate of State Pension Contributory (SPC). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. OR B. Officers who became pensionable officers of the Public Service prior to 1st January 2013 and who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of the net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the rate of State Pension Contributory (SPC). You will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% of your pensionable remuneration to the Spouses & Children’s Pension Scheme. OR C. Officers who become pensionable officers of a Public Service prior to 5th April 1995 and who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required to contribute at a rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. If an option to join a dependent scheme was made you will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% to a Dependents Pension Scheme. Retirement Retirement is dependent on the superannuation scheme you become a member of and details will be made available to you upon appointment. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it may be necessary for the successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo at his/her expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. Probation Where a person, who is not already a permanent officer of Louth County Council, is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: • There will be a probationary period of 9 months from date of employment, • The Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend this period, • You shall cease to hold office at end of the period of probation unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that your service is satisfactory. Residence The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. References Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related (at least one of the referees should be an existing or former employer). In advance of any offer of employment, Louth County Council reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. The Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Hours of work The working hours at present provide for a five-day, thirty-five hour working week. A flexible working hours system is in operation and may be availed of subject to the terms and conditions of the Flexitime Policy. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for the position will be 30 days per annum. Louth County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1977 (as amended). Start date The successful candidate will commence on direction from Directors of Service and/or Chief Executive. Should they fail to take up the appointment on direction, the council at its discretion may not appoint them.
Night-time Economy Advisor
Kilkenny County Council provides services to a population of over 103,000 citizens in County Kilkenny in areas of housing, roads, transportation, planning, environment, economic and community development, tourism, libraries, fire and emergency response, parks, amenities, heritage, arts and water services. We have over 750 employees and can offer exciting careers across our services in various roles such as engineering, technical, financial, management, administration, library services, fire services and general services. Our headquarters are in Kilkenny City and we have area offices throughout the county. The Council operates within an annual revenue budget of €120.9 million and a multi-annual six-year capital budget of €832 million. Our Mission Kilkenny County Council is committed to working with the people of Kilkenny to develop sustainable, connected, economically thriving and proud communities with the consideration of climate change embedded into all of our policies and services. Our Values SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 New members joining the public sector on or after 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). As of 25th March 2019, the weekly CSP rate is €248.30. Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st of January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice two times the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions (non-officer grades pay a co-ordinated contribution). Non-New Entrants (those who became pensionable after 6th of April 1995 and prior to 1st April 2004) have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. New Entrants (those who became pensionable after 1st April 2004 and prior to 1st January 2013) have minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995: Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70 as per Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government Circular Letter CL/2/2019. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary toward Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position.
Courts Service Judicial Assistant 2026
1. THE ROLE The role of judicial assistant is to provide assistance to a judge in the carrying out of their judicial function. This includes providing assistance with court going activities, administrative and general support. Judicial assistants support judges of the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeal, the High Court and the Circuit Court. Duties may vary depending on the jurisdiction to which successful candidates are appointed. You may be required to assist other jurisdictions, if and when required. The courtroom is a formal setting. Court rooms may consist of loud noises, bright lighting and large crowds of people. Strong concentration is key, and the judicial assistant must be comfortable working in this setting. All judicial assistants will be given the opportunity to do the following: · Work with members of the judiciary; · Contribute to the efficient running of court and administration of justice; · Deepen their knowledge and understanding of how the Irish legal system works; · Develop know-how of court procedures, court rules and the running of various court lists; · Strengthen legal research and legal writing skills; · Learn new skills throughout the duration of their contract; · Build a network with legal professionals, academics, Courts Service and civil service staff; · Participate in competitive opportunities for career advancement both within the public and private sector; and · Work and travel within the various jurisdictions in the Irish Courts. 2. Key Responsibilities Court Responsibilities · Research matters of law which arise in the conduct of proceedings before the court and furnish a written or oral report to the judge. · Summarise facts, legal submissions, case law and relevant material as directed by the judge for inclusion in draft judgments. · Assist in research for draft judgments and/or legal queries on behalf of the judge. · Assist the judge with document proof reading. · Accompany the judge to court and remain in court during hearings to note evidence and submissions as directed. · Set up the bench according to the requirements of the judge. · Assist with the management of the judge’s official documentation (books and papers) required for court. · Advise the judge in advance of lists for the following week and ensure arrangements are in place for same. · Ensure the judge has the information required in relation to cases to include names of parties, type of case, duration of case, legal representatives and so forth. · Cooperate with the Court Registrar and/or other relevant Courts Service staff to support the efficient running of the court. · Act as liaison between the judge and the parties to litigation (if required) and ensure parties to a case and their representatives are aware of when their case will be heard and are in the right location at the right time. · Assist the court in compliance with the in camera rule in relevant cases and as directed by the judge. Administration · Manage the chambers of the judge as required. · Keep the judge’s diary of court and other appointments. · General administrative support duties. · Other duties as required by the judge. General · Assist the judge in the course of official duties. · Accompany the judge as required. This may involve travelling to any location in Ireland from time to time and require staying in the location for the period of that assignment. · Be available to the judge at all times during office hours Monday to Friday to perform whatever duties directed by the judge. · Be available for official duties, if required, during the evening or at weekends. This role may require overnight stays. · Where a judicial assistant is not required to perform duties for the judge to whom they are assigned, the Courts Service will assign other duties as appropriate. · Judicial Assistants are entitled to 22 days leave per year which must be taken in Court vacation and not during term. Note, the above is intended as a guide and is neither definitive nor restrictive. 3. Essential Requirements: · Hold (or expect to hold) at least a 2.1 in a law degree at a minimum of level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications in their final year exams or the Diploma in Law from the Honorable Society of King’s Inns . See list at the end of the booklet. Only courses on this list will be accepted; · A good understanding of the work of the Irish courts system; and · A knowledge of modern legal research methods and materials; and · Proven experience conducting legal research (this can include academic research or research in the course of court case preparation). The following qualifications are desirable; · A 1:1 in a law degree at a minimum of level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications in their final year exams or the Diploma in Law from the Honorable Society of King’s Inns · A professional legal qualification or post graduate qualification in law. · Fluency in Irish and in particular an ability to read and understand legal materials in the Irish language. 4. APPLICATION PROCESS Your application can be made by logging in through link on advertisement. No hard copy forms or forms by email will be accepted. The closing date is 12 noon on Friday 23 January 2026. The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying the Courts Service is satisfied such a person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important, therefore, for candidates to note that the onus is on them to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending for interview. If a candidate does not meet these essential entry requirements but nevertheless attends for interview, that candidate will be putting him or herself to unnecessary expense. The Courts Service accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant. 5. Assessment of applications The selection process involves three stages as follows: · Determination of the candidate’s eligibility to compete based on academic achievement and eligibility to work in Ireland. · A handwritten selection exercise undertaken in person. · A competitive interview. If candidates are deemed ineligible to compete, they are eliminated from the competition. If candidates are deemed eligible, their application form is assessed to determine suitability to progress to undertake the selection exercise. Those who achieve a mark of 50% or above in the selection exercise will be invited to interview. Candidates must provide sufficiently detailed information that relates to their own specific experience and achievements. Responses that are generic or vague may result in candidates not being shortlisted for the selection exercise. Any information you include may be discussed should you be invited to interview. Your communication skills will be assessed on the answers you provide on your application form. Capabilities Candidates should demonstrate that they have the ability to carry out successfully the duties of the role, as well as the skills and capabilities namely: Building Future Readiness Digital Focus Candidates with Disabilities The Courts Service seeks to attract candidates from all sectors of society, ensuring 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, you should share this with us so 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. 6. Selection Exercise & Interview Selection Exercise: Following the assessment process successful candidates will be invited to an in-person written selection exercise be held on the week of the 16 February 2026 in Dublin (Venue to be confirmed). The selection exercise is designed by the Courts Service and Kings Inns and marked by tutors from Kings Inns. Topics assessed include proof reading, legal analysis, drafting and legal writing. The pass mark is 50%. Achieving 50% or more in the selection exercise does not guarantee an interview as there may be more candidates eligible for interview than is required. If you receive a mark less than 50% in the selection exercise you will be eliminated. Interview: Interviews will be in person only from March to May 2026 in Dublin. Interviews will be held in batches per Jurisdiction with the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal first, followed by the High Court and then the Circuit Court. Interview boards comprise a judge and one or two members of the Courts Service. If you are interviewed for a jurisdiction, there is no guarantee of appointment to that at jurisdiction. Interviews will be structured in format, with candidates asked to provide examples of the capabilities for the role as outlined in Section 5of this document. You may be asked about the experience described on the application form or they may ask for other examples. It is anticipated the interview will last 45 minutes. You may be invited to a follow up meeting with a member of the Judiciary after your interview. To be considered for a position you must receive 50% or more in each capability. Commencement date The start date for appointments is Monday 14 September 2026. There will be a two week orientation programme. If you are unable to start on 14 September 2026, in exceptional circumstances only you may defer your start date to September 2027. 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. Garda Vetting Garda vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. The applicant will be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form should they come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Siochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which they resided. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position, they will be required to supply this information again. Other important information The Courts Service will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment to this position the Courts Service will make all such enquiries that are deemed necessary to determine the suitability of that candidate. Until all stages of the recruitment process have been fully completed a final determination cannot be made nor can it be deemed or inferred that such a determination has been made. Salary The salary scale for the position with effect from 1st August 2025 is €37,817 per annum . The salary will increase to €40,843 in the third and final year of the contract. New entrants to the Civil Service will be appointed to the first point of the (PPC) salary scale. 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. Salary is payable weekly in arrears by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of the appointees’ choice. Statutory deductions will be made from salary as appropriate by the Courts Service. Candidates should note the salary is not open to negotiation . The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Duties Appointees will be expected to perform all acts, duties and obligations as appropriate to this position (which may be revised from time to time). Probation Appointees will be required to serve a 12-month probationary period. During the period of the probation, an officer's performance will be subject to review by the appropriate supervisor(s) to determine whether the officer: (i) has performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) has been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) is suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of the probationary period, a decision will be made as to whether or not an appointee will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) of the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956-2005. This decision will be based on an appointee’s performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The details of the probationary process will be explained to each appointee by the Courts Services as the employer and a copy of guidelines on probation issued by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform will be provided. In the event that an appointee is not considered as suitable to the position of Judicial Assistant having been assessed against stated criteria, the appointee will be notified in writing of the action to be taken. 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 . 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 entitlement for this post is 22 working days per year. This leave is on the basis of a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Annual leave, other than in exceptional circumstances, will not be granted during the legal term. Headquarters The appointee’s headquarters will be such as may be designated from time to time by the Courts Service. Generally, appointees will be based in the Four Courts or in the Criminal Courts of Justice and in other court locations throughout the country. There may be a requirement for some travel associated with this post. When absent from home and headquarters on official duty, an officer will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances subject to normal Civil Service regulations.
Head Of Economic Development And Regeneration
Service Area: Support the Director in leading the strategic direction and management of the Council’s Economic Development and Regeneration function, including leading and overseeing economic regeneration programmes and Growth Deal Project delivery aligned with the MSW Regional Economic Strategy. The postholder will also be responsible for the management and delivery of a range of programmes, rural and urban regeneration and grants management and administration and will be required to establish a culture of collaboration, partnership, innovation and improvement, underpinned by evidence-based reporting, in strategy development, service delivery and performance. Key Purpose of the Post: To support the Director and the Corporate Leadership Team in the strategic management of the Council contributing to the development of and ensuring the delivery of the Council’s Vision and strategic outcomes. To provide strategic and operational leadership across this service/function area and to ensure appropriate measures are implemented to ensure efficient and effective performance management and continuous improvement and transformation of the service/function. To support the Director in the leadership, management and delivery of transformational change and integrated working across the organisation.
Head Of Parks, Estates And Property
Service Area: Key Purpose of the Post: To support the Director and the Corporate Leadership Team in the strategic management of the Council contributing to the development of and ensuring the delivery of the Council’s Vision, values and strategic outcomes. To provide strategic and operational leadership across this service/function area and to ensure appropriate measures are implemented to ensure efficient and effective performance management, continuous improvement and transformation of the service/function.
Homeless Services Operator
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL – • have an understanding of the services provided by Dubin Region Homeless Executive; • have an understanding of the issues facing people in homelessness; • have previous relevant work experience, preferably in a customer focused environment within the housing sector; • be able to work with colleagues and the public effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring standards are adhered to and maintained; • have excellent interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner; • have excellent judgement skills; • have the ability to take direction/follow instruction and be flexible in their approach to work by organising and prioritising work effectively; • have an appropriate level of administrative experience and IT skills; • have an ability to work on own initiative, in an independent environment and without constant supervision; • have an understanding of local authority functions and purpose and knowledge of public service organisation in Ireland; • have an awareness of Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application: (i) have attained such a standard of education as would enable the candidate to carry out efficiently the duties of the post; (ii) have 2 years experience of working directly with clients and customers in a social care related setting; DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: • Answering all calls received on the Freephone service in a timely & professional manner; • Making appropriate placements into Emergency Accommodations for service users who have been assessed as homeless within the Dublin Region by a Dublin Local Authority; • Providing information and advice to members of the public, service users and various stakeholders who contact the Freephone service; • Updating service user records on the online Pathway Accommodation and Support System (PASS); • Liaising with Emergency Accommodation providers regarding new, ongoing, closures and exclusions of placements and issues arising regarding same; • Managing Emergency Accommodation bed resources to ensure maximum optimisation to reduce occurrences of rough sleeping; • Liaising with relevant DCC teams to ensure the most appropriate and available accommodation is offered; • Providing daily reports to Senior Management regarding Emergency Accommodation bed availability where required. Maintaining a level of record keeping across a number of platforms; • Adhering to building management protocols in place; • To carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the City Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to (a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive 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 referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to them by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. SELECTION PROCESS • Posts of Homeless Service Operator will be filled from this publicly advertised competition. Selection shall be by means of a competition conducted by or on behalf of Dublin City Council. • Candidates should note that the information provided by them in their application form and assessment questions will form the basis on which eligibility and short listing is conducted. • Dublin City Council reserves the right to undertake eligibility and/or shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate. • A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. A candidate whose name is on a panel and who satisfies the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, subject to the appropriate Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage sanction, be appointed as an appropriate vacancy arises. • The life of the panel shall be for a period of one year from the date of its formation. • Dublin City Council shall require any person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint them. SHORTLISTING Dublin City Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting of candidates will be on the basis of information supplied on the Application Form, in conjunction with the answers given in the assessment questions. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. INTERVIEW The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the following competencies: • Customer Focus & Communicating Effectively • Planning and Organising Work • Team Work • Personal Effectiveness • Local Authority Knowledge and Experience Please see page 8 of the Candidate Information Booklet for more details. SALARY The fortnightly pay for the position of Homeless Services Operator is: €1,617.06; €1,636.62; €1,656.40; €1,675.82; €1,695.50; €1,715.14 Allowances may be applicable with this position. The post is permanent, rostered and pensionable. The Freephone Service operates 365 days per year. Hours of work are from 1pm to 10.30pm on a rostered basis. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving public service employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. All applicants must refer to the Additional Candidate Information Booklet which can be found at careers.dublincity.ie for additional relevant information pertaining to the salary scale and the recruitment process. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) The post is permanent, rostered and pensionable. (b) Dublin City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. (c) A period of one year’s probation applies where a person is permanently appointed to Dublin City Council. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of application 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. Dublin City Council welcomes all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds to join its diverse workforce and reserves the sole discretion to vary the above requirements from time to time subject to business needs and staffing requirements. IRISH PROFICIENCY As part of our ongoing commitment to support the Irish language, our leadership on the Gaeilge365 programme and to comply with the Official Languages (Amendment) Act 2021, we are gathering information on candidates’ capacity to speak Irish. Under this legislation, public bodies are required to ensure that 20% of new recruits are capable of performing their duties through Irish by 2030. While this position is not an Irish language speaking role, we are asking all applicants to indicate their current level of Irish language ability. This information will be used for workforce planning purposes only and will not form part of the selection process for this competition. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS • The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on Dublin City Council to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to, or contact with children or vulnerable persons, will be the subject of Garda Vetting. • Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. • Any attempt by a candidate themselves or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise, to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour any employee of the City Council or person nominated by the City Council to interview or examine applicants will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought. • It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection/interview process, e.g. through social media or any other means, may result in a candidate being disqualified from the competition. • Dublin City Council 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. • An applicant who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment offer or dismissal. • A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the City Council, or who does not, when requested, furnish such evidence as the City Council requires in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. • The City Council will not be responsible for any expenses candidates may incur in connection with their candidature. • The onus is on the candidate to keep a regular check on their email account as email notifications of updates may sometimes be filtered into Junk/Spam folders. Dublin City Council accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant.
Clerical Officer
Overall role and context: SETU is committed to teaching and learning, the quality of its academic programmes and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. We are committed to the provision of quality higher education opportunities for all learners that meet the varied needs of learners, whilst also providing a platform for regional economic, social and cultural development. Principal duties and responsibilities: Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with administrative tasks in the Student Services department to include (but not limited to): • Act as the first point of contact for students and guide and signpost students appropriately • Review Student Assistance Fund (SAF) applications using Cognito Forms and follow up • Orientation and information days planning • Registration and booking of appointments for various services • Maintenance of accurate and up to date departmental records including expenditure records • Data entry, filing, photocopying, and scanning of documents. • Work with other members of staff to develop interactive activities and materials, appropriate to the target audiences, and tailored to the needs of the students • Participate and assist in the organisation of various Student Services events, programmes and activities. The role is likely to involve regular contacts with students, staff, the public, organisations and individuals at all levels where discretion, tact, courtesy and judgement will be constantly exercised. The postholder would be expected to exercise a good degree of initiative and be capable of working under a reasonable level of supervision. The post holder will carry out such other appropriate duties as may be assigned by the Head of Learner Support and Student Services or their nominee from time to time. The above requirements provide a broad outline of the duties and responsibilities attached to the position as currently envisaged. These may change over time in the context of evolving SETU objectives and organisational restructuring. The post will require good knowledge and skill in the use of Information and Communication Technologies and the appointee will be expected to use new techniques and technologies as they arise. SETU will provide the necessary training as appropriate. Person specification – Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills: • Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role • Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard • Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise Excellent computer skills with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel Outlook etc.) and use of other IT systems i.e. Cognito forms. • Strong interpersonal and organisational skills • Analytical and numerical ability, with strong attention to detail • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Flexibility and a positive attitude towards work • Evidence of working as a team player with a flexible and positive approach to work. Hours of Work: The appointee will be required to work 35 hours per week together with such additional hours as required for the proper discharge of their duties. Salary: Clerical Officer salary scale: €31,119 - €48,425 Annual Leave: 22 days annual leave. Annual Leave will be in accordance with arrangements authorised by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science from time to time.
Healthy Ireland Limerick Coordinator
The Position Limerick City and County Council invite applications from suitably qualified applicants who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel for the position of Healthy Ireland Coordinator. All temporary and permanent vacancies for Healthy Ireland Limerick Coordinator may be filled throughout the lifetime of this panel. Background The Healthy Cities project is a global World Health Organisation (WHO) movement, set up in 1986. It involves Local Authorities working to improve health and wellbeing through political commitment, working in partnership with local stakeholders and supporting innovative projects. A healthy city or a healthy county works to: • improve health and wellbeing by creating and continually improving its physical and social environments • develop community resources that help people to support each other and achieve their potential Accredited to the World Health Organisation, the National Healthy Cities and Counties of Ireland Network (the Network) was launched in November 2016. The aim of the National Healthy Cities and Counties of Ireland Network is to develop a structure to support Local Authorities to implement the Healthy Ireland Framework. National Healthy Cities and Counties of Ireland Network aim to: • promote lifelong health and wellbeing, • provide a means where local issues can influence national policy, and provide a voice for Ireland in the WHO Network of European National Healthy Cities Networks. The Network is a key enabler of the Healthy Cities initiative both locally and nationally. All Local Authorities are either a member of the Network or are in the process of becoming a member. Healthy Ireland: Healthy Ireland is a government funded initiative and is the national strategy aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of everyone living in Ireland. The Healthy Ireland Fund, funded under the strategy is a key enabler of the Healthy Cities initiative. Since 2017, the Department of Health has provided three rounds of funding under the Healthy Ireland Fund. The purpose of the fund is to support Local Community Development Committees (LCDCs) in delivering actions which will improve health and wellbeing, in line with Healthy Ireland, A Framework for Improved Health and Wellbeing 2013–2025. This Framework is the national framework for action to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of Ireland. The Framework aims to bring a concerted focus on life-long wellbeing, prevention of illness, seeks to reduce health inequalities, address the settings in which health and wellbeing is impacted, and emphasises the need to empower people and communities to better look after their own health and wellbeing. A new Healthy Ireland Strategic Action Plan (2021–25) has been developed to guide the implementation of Healthy Ireland for the remaining years of the current framework. Purpose of the Role Limerick City and County Council wish to recruit a Healthy Limerick Co-ordinator, which is a key role in Local Authorities for the advancement of the local health and wellbeing agenda. The coordinator will be a central resource for driving the local health and wellbeing agenda through the implementation of both the local Healthy Cities and Counties initiative and the local Healthy Ireland programme. Round 4 of Healthy Ireland will be multi-annual and outcomes focused. The Healthy Limerick Coordinator will therefore be required to coordinate greater partnership working and will work to generate innovative solutions that impact on the determinants of health. The Coordinator will support the local health and wellbeing agenda through collaboration and coordination with relevant and complementary programmes, initiatives and organisations; coordinate the Healthy Cities project in the catchment area; and lead the development and monitoring of the Programme of Work funded under Round 4 of the Healthy Ireland Fund. The Person Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Experience etc. Each candidate must have on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) A third-level degree (NFQ Level 8 or higher) in a relevant field such as community/sports development, youth work, social sciences, public health, social policy, public administration, planning, or related discipline. b) A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in any of the following: • Local government, public sector, or similar roles involving strategic planning, project coordination, or community engagement; • Working with disadvantaged communities or target populations to address social exclusion or inequality; • Cross-sectoral coordination or partnership development; • Policy development, research, or evaluation related to the determinants of health; • Operating effectively within political, community and policy-making environments, demonstrating ability to work across boundaries of role, sector and geography; • Project management and delivery, budgeting and performance-monitoring experience. It is desirable that candidates demonstrate through their application form and at the interview the following: • Strong leadership and project management skills; • Strong understanding and experience of programme planning and service delivery; • Good understanding of Local Government; • Excellent communication skills, including written communication and an aptitude for report writing and social media skills; • Ability to work simultaneously at both strategic and operational level; • Excellent collaborative, networking, representation and relationship-building skills; • Ability to negotiate and handle difficult situations; • Experience in reporting to Pobal; • Financial administration and budgeting skills; • Data management and IT skills. Duties: The duties shall include but are not limited to The Limerick Co-ordinator will perform such duties as may be assigned from time to time which will involve the facilitation, implementation and promotion of the policies and objectives of Limerick City and County Council for the advancement of the local health and wellbeing agenda. The Co-ordinator will report to the (Senior Executive Officer, Community) or any other officer as designated by the Director General. • Lead, embed and continuously advance the health and wellbeing agenda in Limerick City and County Council in line with Development Plans, Local Economic Community Plans and other related plans; • Develop strategies and plans to ensure the implementation and evaluation of the key elements of the role (in line with Service Level Agreement (SLA); • Ensure that the development of the County Healthy Ireland Plan commences and is completed, with the findings informing key policies and other planning processes including the Local Economic Community Plan; • To provide an annual plan in conjunction with the Department of Health (DoH) and Local Authority Line Manager and provide for an annual review; • Coordinate the overall planning delivery of Healthy Ireland Round 4, including development of the Programme of Work for Healthy Ireland Round 4; monitor and review progress of the Healthy Ireland Round 4 approved Programme of Work and meeting all reporting requirements; • Engage with colleagues across Limerick City and County Council to ensure the functions being undertaken are integrated into the wider community initiatives being undertaken by the local authority; • Promote co-ordination between, and establish links with, community, voluntary and public sector bodies operating within the catchment area as it relates to health and wellbeing initiatives and outcomes; • Promote Healthy Ireland and other relevant initiatives within Limerick City and County Council amongst the local community, key target groups, state agencies, voluntary organisations, local businesses, and elected representatives; • Collaborate with and support complementary health and wellbeing initiatives under relevant and aligned funding streams, including Sláintecare Healthy Communities Programme; • Progress the Limerick City and County Council membership and participation in the Healthy Cities and Counties Network and lead the implementation of Healthy Ireland County/City strategies locally; • Participate in and exchange experiences with Healthy Cities Networks nationally and internationally; • Promote awareness of and drive the Healthy Ireland agenda in the relevant Local Authority context; • Collaborate with and support communities to improve their health and well-being and build their capacity for undertaking actions that can both improve health and strengthen community assets; • Create and maintain the health profile of Limerick City and County Council; • Use evidence, data, local health profiles and the Healthy Ireland Outcomes Framework to inform local priorities and the Healthy Ireland Round 4 Programme of Work; • Apply a social determinant of health lens to service planning and local health and well-being agenda; • Liaise with the local CYPSC Coordinator to ensure overall coherence of all Healthy Ireland funded actions in the catchment area; • Support the LCDC/CYPSC Healthy Ireland sub-group to carry out their oversight role; • Provide networking events and shared learning opportunities for all project stakeholders; • Develop and implement a communications strategy to highlight activities, strategies and learning from the Fund; • Identify opportunities for collaboration at local, regional, and national levels including opportunities for match funding and resourcing; • Such other duties as the Director General may assign to the role so as to promote lifelong health and wellbeing in the community. Reporting • Ensure compliance with all required local authority financial, management and governance reporting requirements; • Collect, maintain and update relevant data; • Work with project partners to ensure that they are aware of and fulfil their reporting requirements; • Ensure overall non-financial and financial reporting to Pobal/Department of Health is complete and submitted in a timely manner; • Prepare short report updates for all LCDC and CYPSC meetings. Terms and Conditions The Post: A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Director General. The panel may be used by Limerick City and County Council to fill permanent and temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Annual Leave: The successful candidate will have 30 days annual leave. Salary: Salary scale: €60,011–€78,015, paid fortnightly. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point (currently €60,011 per fortnight). Location: Limerick City and County Council reserve the right to assign the successful candidate to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to travel to and from work at their own expense. Hours of Work The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remuneration will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Limerick City and County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Superannuation: The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies. Travel: Holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required 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. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and local authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Limerick City and County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof.
Group Compliance Officer - Aviation Safety
Job Description The Group Safety Regulation & Compliance (SRC) team sit within the central functions area of daa, supporting Dublin, Cork, CCDO, Red Sea International and international business units operated by daa plc. SRC are tasked with setting daa Groups Safety Standards & Strategy, assessing compliance of our aerodromes against Safety Regulatory requirements (e.g. EASA, ICAO, GACA, SHAWW Act 2005 etc.), providing advice / guidance, training and coordinating all formal interactions with the Irish Competent Authorities. As daa is a safety critical organisation, safety is our number one priority as a business in accordance with EU Regulation 139/2014. Working as part of SRC, the primary responsibility of this role is to undertake compliance activities related to aerodrome certification, the safety management systems and documented processes at our airports. The role will provide management reporting (to daa Executive and Board) in this regard and track the status of corrective actions. This role also provides support in the development and drafting of the Safety Management System, airside safety policies and procedures as required in collaboration with the relevant airport personnel and third parties and will lead projects as required by the business to enhance safety culture. This role will also be required to conduct and support safety investigations / Lessons Learned throughout daa group. A bespoke multi-annual training plan will be developed with the successful candidate to support their delivery of this exciting role, and other activities as assigned. Responsibilities SRC – Group Aviation Safety Compliance Program: Within any safety critical industry, effective internal safety oversight is a key control to ensuring application of standards is effective and as intended: Supporting the development and implementation of the group Aviation Safety Compliance program (Note: this will require international travel). Leading aviation safety compliance assessments of, but not limited to, the airside operations, Emergency Planning & response, safety, training systems, manuals, infrastructure and equipment in place at our airports in line with the Aviation Safety compliance plan. Supporting the continued Regulatory certification of our airports in line with the applicable aviation safety regulations (i.e. EASA, ICAO, GACA etc). Engaging with the competent authority, the Irish Aviation Authority – Aerodromes Division in relation to annual audits and regulatory submissions. Group Safety Activities SRC are tasked with the implementation of the daa group safety management framework. This ensures a common approach to safety across the entire business globally. The Group Compliance Officer – Aviation Safety will help support: Implementation of a the daa Group Safety Management Framework (SMF) Assisting in the annual review of the SMF Conducting review of the Aviation Safety Legal Register and ensuring the business is informed of any pertinent changes to aviation safety legislation. Foster and encourage a strong safety / just culture across the organisation. Identifying and reporting of safety risks, and where required escalating same to ensure safety standards. Supporting airside functions to understand the mandated requirements, industry best practice and assist in the implementation of new aviation safety regulations. Assess change projects to ensure that they are compliant with all applicable legislative requirements thereby enabling IAA prior approvals. Develop and manage the upkeep of Dublin and Cork airport’s certification Specification / operations basis libraries (i.e. managed evidence base of compliance with EASA requirements). Develop systems and processes to continuously improve aviation safety as assigned. Review and inform the update of aerodrome procedures through safety governance forums. Develop policy documentation as required, through collaboration and consultation. Attend new daa ventures as required under the SMF and undertaken safety assessments of risk profile and developing a safety roadmap to address same. Administration and Reporting Given the complexity of daa plc operations, effective reporting is required to demonstrate to the daa Executive team and daa Board that effective Safety governance is in place. This role will support the coordination and assessment of the quality of all executive and board reports for the section thereby ensuring that the highest standards are maintained. Responsibilities include: Assist in the generation of SRC reports to both the daa Executive and Board Safety Committees. Assist in the SRC Teams development of Safety Reports to other safety forums across our airports. Review incident reports at our airports to analyse and develop high quality compliance reports and performance metrics, and undertaken independent investigations as required. Review pending legislation / best practice and identify / communicate requirements for the business and support the implementation of same. Support continuous improvement of all SRC / safety processes. Support the development / implementation and safeguarding the retention of certification of key international standards (ISO9001, ISO45001, ISO37301 etc.) SRC Activities As part of SRC, we seek to embed resilience and flexibility within our own team while always supporting one another. Each team member therefore is afforded the opportunity to grow professionally and learn new skills. Accordingly, each team member will be expected to deliver the following: As part of the wider SRC team, support and assist as required all SRC functions. Assume the responsibilities of the Group Aviation Safety Compliance Manager in their absence. Support the resilience planning of SRC Team. Provide Support to wider CGSO team on an occasional basis as required. Conduct any reasonable task as assigned by your line manager. Lead and support projects as required to include stakeholder management and engagement. Represent the department at forums, working groups, etc as required. Adherence to daa values. Qualifications Experience in the aviation or other highly regulated safety critical industry desirable, preferably in a safety role. daa is an equal opportunities employer committed to celebrating diversity & inclusion and recognising the value that difference can bring, both for our business and for our people. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all and offer reasonable accommodations to applicants at all stages of the selection process About Us We're an airport industry leader with operations in four continents and over 3000 employees working together to ensure we deliver the best services for all our customers globally. We are a fast paced, energetic and diverse company. Offering careers that range from IT, Finance, Technical, Airport Operations to frontline security and customer focused roles and many more. Whether you are starting your career or looking for your next move, we have lots of great opportunities to choose from. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
