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Duties and Responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities • To manage the interface with the Area Manager’s Office and the various services within the area with a view to facilitating good communication and understanding the respective roles. • To manage the interface between the Area Manager’s Office and the management team and to provide a high level of administrative support as required. • To help establish and maintain links between TUSLA and HSE colleagues to support service delivery. • Take special responsibility for meeting deadlines for internal and external communications including HIQA. • To support the Area Manager in his/her lead roles across the service area and nationally which includes setting and delivering strategic objectives as required. • Promote and participate in the implementation of any change management programme. • Responsible for day-to-day management/overseeing of administrative support staff in the area. • Responsible for the financial arrangements and regulations required to manage and oversee the Area’s commissioning processes, service level agreements and C&AG audits. • Responsible in supporting the commissioners for compliance, governance, ensuring contracts and Service Level Agreements are in place, Bi-Annual Metrics and attending Service Level Agreement Review Meetings. • Management of Capital and Minor projects and maintenance of premises in conjunction with Estates and service managers. • Management of Area Estates and ancillary functions. • Provide support regarding Estates, ICT, Procurement and Capital Developments as required. • Co-ordination and preparation for statutory inspections in conjunction with the social work teams in line with HIQA’s Child Protection & Welfare and foster care standards. • Ability to work on one’s own initiative. • Responsible for coordinating all PQs and public representative requests received within the region and providing a regional oversight to all responses issued and liaising with the national office as appropriate. • Work with the Area’s Quality, Risk & Service Improvement Manager to progress the agenda within the region. • Assist in the management and have oversight of the area’s compliance with Health and Safety legislation. • To create a positive working environment, which contributes to maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships. • Undertake projects as delegated by the Area Manager. • Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of service plans. • Keep up to date with policy and legislative developments relevant to the post. Education & Training • Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. • Engage in career and professional development planning. • Oversee the provision of a framework for the promotion of staff development and training by making recommendations with regard to the ongoing education, mentoring, training and in-service needs of the inspection and monitoring team. Human Resources • Ensure policies and procedures are well documented and understood by staff within your section who are assigned to you. • Support the preparation and issuing of office documentation (correspondence, reports etc.) to the highest possible standard by monitoring and reviewing team work to ensure quality and accuracy. • To promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. • To provide assistance with leadership and motivation conducive to good staff relations and work performance. • Where appropriate, establish and maintain records of attendance, statistical information, annual returns, and any other information as may be requested. • Work as part of a team and ensure that all members are treated with dignity and respect. • Participate in the recruitment, retention and development of staff including training and continual assessment. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service, for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care, and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or Experience Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Have at least 2 years’ administrative experience relevant to the role. And • Have at least 3 years’ management experience managing staff, budgets and general administration. And • Possess sufficient administrative capacity to discharge the functions of the role. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Remuneration The salary scale for the whole-time equivalent of this post is: 01/02/2026: €60,613, €62,094, €63,824, €65,560, €67,302, €68,858, €70,442, €71,985, €73,516, €76,151, €78,795 LSIs
School Wardens
The Position Waterford City and County Council is seeking to fill positions at the grade of School Wardens. Successful applicants may be appointed to permanent or temporary vacancies at Appointed Crossing Places in the locations listed above. Please note that successful candidates can be assigned/reassigned to any Appointed Crossing Place as appropriate, on a permanent or temporary basis, if required by business need. Duties The duties of the School Warden will include but will not be limited to: • Responsibility for the safeguarding of any children while using the school crossing/pedestrian Appointed Crossing Place. • Being in attendance at the Appointed Crossing Place to which they are assigned punctually each day during the school term. In the event of being unable to attend through illness or for any other reason, it is essential that your assigned supervisor or nominee and the School Principal be informed in advance. • Ensuring compliance with work safety procedures in operation in Waterford City & County Council and to fully participate and co-operate in any safety programme that may be implemented. • Responsibility for the custody of materials/equipment in their area. • Wear the uniform supplied by Waterford City and County Council and use any safety equipment provided. • Requirement to make themselves available for training programmes as required by Waterford City and County Council and they shall be required to update this training as necessary. • Notify your assigned supervisor or nominee and the Road Safety Officer immediately of any irregularities that may occur during the performance of duties. • Carrying out any other duties as may be assigned by the Area Engineer/Road Safety Officer or their nominee as may be required from time to time. • Report to assigned supervisor or their nominee. The Person - Qualifications: Candidates must: (a) Be of good character. (b) Be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. (c) Have reached a standard of education sufficient to enable them to carry out the duties assigned to satisfactorily. Preferably the successful candidate will demonstrate and will be required as part of their duties to possess; • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Punctuality at all times. • Flexibility in terms of working hours and availability to work. • Capability of assimilating the training, which shall be necessary for the performance of their duty. • Ability to use initiative and judgement. • Satisfactory knowledge of Health & Safety matters. Terms and Conditions 1. The Post: Subject to the availability of suitably qualified candidates, candidates may be appointed by Waterford City and County Council to fill permanent or temporary positions that may arise for its duration. 2. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for School Wardens is 15 days. 3. Rate of Pay: The rate of pay is at the 1st point of the General Operative scale (pro-rata – 15 hours 10 minutes per week, Monday to Friday). Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. 4. Location: Waterford City and County Council reserves 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. 5. Hours of Work Hours of work can vary depending on assignment, it is 3.02 hours per day. This covers morning from 8.30 am to 9.05 am and from 1.30 pm to 1.40 pm and 1.45 pm to 2.30 pm, depending on the school and assignment. 6. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 7. Superannuation: The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies. 8. 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. 9. Safety and Welfare: The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Waterford City and County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. The successful candidate shall make themselves aware of the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment. 10. 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. 11. Taking Up Appointment: The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of four weeks and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them. 12. Garda Vetting: 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 Waterford City and County 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 subject of Garda Vetting’. 13. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such person shall hold such post on probation. (b) Such period shall be set by the Chief Executive and this period may be extended at their discretion. (c) Such person shall cease to hold the post at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Manager has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. 14. 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, Waterford City and County Council reserves the right to seek 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. 15. General Data Protection Regulation: Basis for Processing your Personal Information The basis for processing your personal data is to progress your application for the position you have applied for with Waterford City and County Council under the Terms of the Employment (Information) Act 1994 and Human Resources Department policies and procedures. If you do not furnish the personal data requested, Waterford City and County Council will not be able to progress your application form for the competition for which you are applying. 16. Pre-Employment Medical: Prior to appointment the candidate will be required to complete a Health Declaration and may be required to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the Council. Where for any reason the cost of the medical examination is borne by the applicant it shall be refunded on appointment subject to statutory tax and statutory deductions. 17. Canvassing: Any attempt by a candidate or by any person(s) acting at their instigation, directly or indirectly by means or written communication or otherwise, to canvas or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour, any member of the staff of the Council, or person nominated by the Council to interview or examine applicants will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position they are seeking.
Examinations and Assessment Manager
Examinations and Assessment Division The Examinations and Assessment Division (EAD) is the professional division of the SEC responsible for ensuring the quality and effective conduct of all of the Commission’s examinations. This involves taking all necessary actions to maintain parity of standards in each subject from year to year and ensuring compliance with the requirements and procedures of the Commission. It involves ensuring that full account is taken of all relevant legislation in areas such as equality, anti-discrimination, special educational needs, etc. The EAD is also responsible for research and development in the organisation. The EAD comprises the Head of Examinations and Assessment Division (Deputy Chief Inspector level), four Assistant Heads (Assistant Chief Inspector level) and approximately 50 Examinations and Assessment Managers. The Role The EAM (Physical Education with another Curricular Subject) will report to an Assistant Head of the EAD. Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role The Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role will include the following: • Acting as EAM for assigned examinations (which will not necessarily be limited to examinations in Physical Education); • Preparing examination papers and other examination-related material; • Managing the marking of examination papers and other related components in the assigned examinations; • Developing marking schemes and all other relevant documentation to the required standards; • Managing the marking and appeals process in assigned examinations; • Maintaining standards from year to year; • Advising on the appointment of contract staff, as required; • Managing the performance of assigned contract staff, including their training needs, as required; • Providing professional advice to the SEC; • Interacting with school management and staff; • Ensuring the quality and effective conduct of the state examinations; • Representing the SEC in national and international fora. Please note: The above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may be assigned from time to time by the relevant line manager. Office Location and Vacancy The SEC headquarters is located in Athlone, Co. Westmeath. EAMs are located throughout the country, in regional, local, and home offices. There is currently one vacancy for an EAM (Physical Education with another Curricular Subject). A panel will be formed from this competition to fill any future vacancies that may arise. It is not expected that appointments will be made from this panel after December 2027. Working Environment Blended working is available subject to Civil Service and current SEC policy. From time to time, the EAM may be required to travel domestically to attend meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences etc. Travel and subsistence will be paid in accordance with Civil Service regulations. Training and Development The SEC highly value supporting career and personal development. They encourage growth and development in areas such as leadership, team building, and interpersonal communication whilst fostering a collaborative environment. The SEC have a range of learning and development supports, including educational assistance, OneLearning – training initiatives, tailored in-house learning and upskilling in specific relevant areas such as leadership and Irish language proficiency. They also provide access to a variety of different programmes for employee assistance, occupational health and wellbeing, lunch and learn seminars, wellbeing initiatives, and mentoring. Salary Range: From €65,783 to €112,803 (LSI2)* ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Essential Candidates must on or before 4th June 2026: Hold a recognised, first or second class honours primary degree at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications Equivalent) in which Physical Education was taken as a major subject in the final degree with another curricular subject; and Hold a recognised teacher education qualification relevant to second level (post-primary) education (minimum Level 8 on the NFQ or NARIC) gained through a concurrent or consecutive route; and Have at least five years’ satisfactory service as a teacher at second level (post-primary) subsequent to the granting of full registration or being eligible to be granted full registration under the post-primary route with the Teaching Council of Ireland (or with an equivalent body in another jurisdiction), at least two years of which must be continuous service in one recognised school or centre for education in Ireland or in a second level (post-primary) school in another jurisdiction. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate: • A comprehensive knowledge of Physical Education and another curricular subject; • Excellent communicative skills in English and a reasonable knowledge of Irish; • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; • Comprehensive IT skills; • A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the second level (post-primary) education system in Ireland; • The requisite knowledge, ability and skills (including knowledge of relevant legislation and the Irish education system) and be suitable to discharge the duties of the position; • A demonstrated ongoing commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Desirable • Qualifications and experience that exceed the minima described under Essential Entry Requirements above, including relevant post-graduate qualifications; • Competence and/or qualifications in any other subject assessed by the State Examinations Commission; • Knowledge and experience in the areas of examinations and assessment; • Knowledge of assessment principles; • Knowledge of curriculum and assessment developments; • Registration with the Teaching Council in Ireland on the basis of qualifications recognised for the purpose of registration as a teacher of Physical Education at second level (post-primary); • Experience in leading and managing teams; • Ability to implement established procedures/protocols; • Excellent analytical and decision-making skills; • Ability to think creatively and to convey ideas effectively; • Current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland. Please note: Qualifications/eligibility may not be confirmed until the final stage of the process, therefore, those candidates who do not possess the essential requirements, on or by the dates as specified, and proceed with their application are putting themselves to unnecessary effort/expense and will not be offered a position from this competition. The onus is on the candidate to ensure they fulfil the eligibility requirements as set out. publicjobs reserves the right to deem an applicant ineligible at any stage if it is apparent that the candidate does not hold the required eligibility/qualifications e.g. from the submitted application form. Candidates who are unable to demonstrate that they hold/will hold the required qualification(s) by the deadline specified may be withdrawn from the competition at any stage. An invitation to tests, interview or any element of the selection process is not acceptance of eligibility. Candidates who are placed on a panel and come under consideration for a position will be required to provide documentary evidence of their eligibility, including qualifications. Please be aware a transcript of results may be required; therefore, the onus is on candidates to have this information available if requested by publicjobs
Bakery Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Bakery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: HACCP training is desirable but not necessary Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Prepare customers bakery orders Bake, prepare and display the Bakery Products sold throughout the day Ensure that the counter displays across all fresh food departments are to the highest standards at all times throughout the day Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with customers Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and in line with store policy
Foreman Craft
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Foreman Craft. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Foreman Craft shall arrange, under the direction of the relevant supervisor, or his/her appointed representative, the efficient execution of all works in his/her area of charge and discharge all other duties related to his/her work. QUALIFICATIONS 1 Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2 Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3 Education, Experience, etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) Hold an Advanced Craft Certificate (previously known as National Craft Certificate) (Level 6 on NFQ) in a recognised trade (e.g. Carpenter/Joiner, Plumber, Electrician etc) or an equivalent qualification. (Please submit a copy of your Certificate with your application) b) Have a minimum of seven years’ satisfactory experience, after completion of apprenticeship, as Craftsperson, including demonstrated experience in a supervisory or foreman role. c) Have at least three years’ satisfactory experience in a supervisory role. d) Hold a current Safe Pass Registration Card, details of which must be entered on the application form. e) Hold a manual handling training certificate f) Hold a current clean full Class B driving licence, details of which must be entered on the application form. PLEASE NOTE: Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications in order to meet the requirements above. DRIVING LICENCE/TRAVEL The holder of the office will be required to hold a valid Irish/EU full driving licence for class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange, free from endorsement and disqualification. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a motor car in the course of his/her duties and, for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. The Local Authority must be indemnified on their insurance. https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licence ESSENTIAL SKILLS An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: a) Have good technical knowledge and be capable of working on their own initiative. b) It is required that candidates be computer literate with a working knowledge of e-mail, word, excel etc. c) Be capable of writing clear and concise reports and keeping works records. d) Be capable of reading drawings and of setting out of works. e) Be capable of organising work schedules and motivating staff in completing works efficiently and effectively. f) Have experience in dealing with the public. g) Have a reasonable knowledge of the requirements of Health and Safety Legislation and the ability to properly complete Safe Systems of Work Plans. DUTIES OF FOREMAN CRAFT The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Foreman Craft. Supervise and manage staff as required. To ensure that the operatives under his/her direct control are following safe work practices and that personal protective equipment is being worn. Plan, prioritise, organise and schedule workloads. Keep such records and submit such reports in relation to the work under his/her control as required. To record and report on all incidents/accidents involving employees and/or third parties in his/her area of charge. To co-operate with all investigations, and to give evidence in court when required. To fill out, as required, timesheets for operatives under his/her direct control. To advise of anticipated shortages of materials and tools and use correct ordering procedures. To report any plant deficiencies as soon as they occur. To bring any observable deterioration in material quality to the immediate attention of the relevant supervisor, or his/her appointed representative. To sign delivery dockets and daily plant sheets. To participate, as required, in the evaluation and appraisal by the relevant supervisor, or his/her appointed representative, of operatives under his/her direct control. To prepare, as required, data necessary to enable the relevant supervisor, or his/her appointed representative, to work out daily or weekly costings, or other necessary analysis of expenditure in relation to work done. To be available during emergencies to respond to requests for assistance outside of normal working hours. To act, if directed, as an Authorised Officer of the Council under the Litter Pollution, Water Pollution, Waste Management Acts, and other relevant Acts. To assist and liaise with other Departments on works and emergencies. To keep the relevant supervisor, or his/her appointed representative, advised on all matters that may be of importance and/or of interest to Wicklow County Council, including unsound structures, interference with road drainage, damage to road surface, overgrown hedges and illegal signs. To report immediately the circumstances of any inefficiency or unsatisfactory work or service in his/her charge and to carry out the direction consequent on such reports. To participate fully in any initiatives aimed at increasing quality of service and customer satisfaction. To co-operate with, and contribute to, operational review. To co-operate with, and contribute to, value for money initiatives. To co-operate with, and contribute to, any initiatives aimed at increasing safety in the workplace. To deal with members of the public in a courteous, prompt and efficient manner and to keep the relevant supervisor, or his/her appointed representative, informed of such dealings. The holder of the post will be required to avail of modern communications such as two-way car radio and/or mobile phone, as directed. To use, as directed and upon receipt of appropriate training, Information Technology equipment including digital cameras, personal computers, GPS equipment and handheld technologies. To accept the introduction of all new plant, equipment and machinery, and to be flexible in the use of same. To co-operate with, and participate in, new work systems that involve the keeping and updating of work/materials/plant records in either book or electronic format. To co-operate with private contractors and sub-contractors employed by Wicklow County Council. To participate in training provided by Wicklow County Council, and to facilitate the training of employees under his/her direct control. To carry out any other instructions which may be given by the relevant supervisor, or his/her appointed representative, from time to time. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel may be formed from which future Foreman Craft positions may be filled. The position will be full-time and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) will be assigned to Bray Municipal District; however, may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 – 2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph. Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional/technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature 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, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply; (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be nine months, this period may be extended at the Chief Executive’s discretion; (c) such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary: €1,034.06 - €1,091.02 per week in accordance with Circular 02/2026 The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. 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. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Hours of Work The person appointed will be required to work a 39 hour week Monday to Friday. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours from time to time. 8.00 a.m. – 16.30 p.m. Monday to Thursday 8.00 a.m. – 15.30 p.m. Friday You may be requested to work outside of core hours on various occasions. Remuneration for such overtime will be paid in accordance with agreed rates and procedures. The following rest periods will apply to all employees excluding those involved in civil protection, refuse collection and waterworks: Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. 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. Work Permit All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Wicklow County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Wicklow County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect.
Environmental Awareness Officer
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Environmental Awareness Officer (3 Years Specified Purpose Contract). It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Environmental Awareness Officer provides a programme of awareness raising campaigns in County Wicklow promoting environmental responsibility and stewardship. Environmental Awareness is a service providing information and support to the public on the environment. The Environmental Awareness Officer works as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering regulatory, enforcement, and awareness activities in Waste, Litter Management, Water Quality, Air Quality, Climate Action, Biodiversity, energy and other areas of Environmental care. The role requires a high-level technical ability together with an understanding and knowledge of the science, legislation, policies and plans that underpin the Local Authority’s role in Environmental Management. The role also requires a clear knowledge and understanding of local authority services and its key stakeholders and relationships, local government structures and its democratic role and mandate, current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of the sector. The role requires flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties may involve working outside of normal office hours, as required. QUALIFICATIONS 1 Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2 Health Candidates shall in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3 Education, Experience, etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Have a minimum of five passes in the Leaving Certificate Examination and possess a third Level Qualification in Geography, Environmental Science, or similar Sustainability or Climate focused course. (b) Have a minimum of 2 years satisfactory post graduate experience in either; Environmental Promotions and Awareness, or Environmental Operations and Management or in a similar sustainability or climate related work. (c) Have a high degree of self-motivation and initiative. (d) Have a current fullClass B driving licence (see DRIVING LICENCE heading below) PLEASE NOTE: Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications in order to meet the requirements above. DRIVING LICENCE/TRAVEL The holder of the office will be required to hold a valid Irish/EU full driving licence for class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange, free from endorsement and disqualification. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a motor car in the course of his/her duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. The Local Authority must be indemnified on their insurance. https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licence ESSENTIAL SKILLS Demonstrate competence in the following areas: · Have a broad knowledge and understanding of environmental issues at a Local, National and EU level. · Have Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation, organisational, report writing, analytical and IT skills, with a proven ability to work to tight deadlines and a capacity to foster a positive working relationship with colleagues and external stakeholders and to lead and work in multi-disciplinary teams. · Have a high degree of self-motivation and initiative. DESIRABLE SKILLS An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: · Demonstrate an understanding of the strategy formulation process for the realisation of organisational goals and objectives. · Understand the socio-political context within which services are delivered. · Have experience of managing change and implementing new ways of working. · Have experience of delivering results and bringing projects and tasks to completion. · Demonstrate knowledge and experience of delivering outcomes through careful operational planning, and the management and measurement of performance outcomes. · Have experience of managing programmes and the contribution of other staff and stakeholders into the achievement of objectives. · Be capable of high performance while respecting people and must maintain a consistent and effective level of personal performance under high demands and within given constraints. · Demonstrate knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. · Have an awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. · Possess project/budget management skills and demonstrated experience in both organisational and grant / project funding. · Have the ability to communicate in writing and orally at a high level to different audiences. DUTIES The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to an Environmental Awareness Officer. · Promotion of obligation under the Waste Management Acts, Litter Management Acts and any other environment legislation. · Working in delivery of Environmental Awareness priorities as set out in Wicklow County Council’s Climate Action Plan and by Regional Waste Planning Office and Government departments. · Developing proposals for circular economy and waste minimization and providing information to the public. · Promotion and implementation of recommendations in the Regional Waste Management Plans and associated programmes. · Engagement in implementation and promotion of Climate Action Plan targets, working collaboratively with climate action team. · Managing Budgets and resources of Environmental Awareness. · Organising promotional work on the environment including Public Information seminars, workshops etc. · Liaison with other public sector organisations, the private sector and voluntary/community groups in relation to environmental education. · Dealing with the media, in collaboration with Wicklow County Council’s Communications Team, including the writing of speeches, press releases, radio interviews etc. · Carry out various research projects as determined from time to time. · Provision of information and advice to all stakeholders in relation to Energy Conservation and Climate change matters. · Be available to work at cross sectoral committees and working groups in all areas of Environmental Awareness. · Promotion of the involvement of schools in environmental awareness programmes, including the co-ordination and implementation of the Green Schools Award Scheme. · Promotion of good practice and dissemination of information on Blue Flag and Green Coast beaches. · Promotion of good practice and dissemination of information on other aspects of the environment such as pollution control, heritage issues, planning and conservation and the promotion of sustainable energy structures, technologies and practices. · Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time including any future requirements for reallocation of work and/or redeployment. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel may be formed from which future Environmental Awareness Officer positions may be filled. The position will be temporary and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and · to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 – 2014, is Chief Executive, and · to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub- paragraph (a) of this paragraph. Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional/technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature 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, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply; (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be nine months this period may be extended at the Chief Executive discretion; (c) such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons in satisfactory. Salary : €57,895 - €70,730 per annum includes 2nd LSI EL 02/2026 The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. 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. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New Entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Hours of Work The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week Monday to Friday, which equates to a 7 hour day to be accounted for within attendance hours of 9.00am to 5.00pm with one hour lunch between 1.00pm and 2.00pm. There may be a requirement to work additional hours from time to time for which Time in Lieu will apply. No overtime applies to this post. A flexi system is also in operation. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. 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. Work Permit All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Wicklow County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Wicklow County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their 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 candidates. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Persons who are NOT new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004 and the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018, are subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. With effect from 1st January 2013, persons who are pensionable under the terms of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will have a minimum retirement age of 66 years initially rising in line with the State Pension age changes. Members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme have a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Superannuation Persons who become pensionable public servants on or after 1st January 2013 will become members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme and, as such, will be required to pay contributions of 3% of pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of the net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme.
Senior Executive Technician
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Senior Executive Technician (Civil, Construction, Architectural). It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel, as required across different functions e.g. roads, building construction, planning etc. In addition, the successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. The Senior Executive Technician is a senior technical post. Execution of the duties associated with this role requires a deep technical knowledge of Civil Engineering work within the local authority sector. The post requires a high level of competency in providing services of an advisory supervisory or executive nature. The Senior Executive Technician will be required to lead a team or teams and to provide technical and managerial support across all local authority service areas and to liaise with external agencies and support the democratic process. Positions may arise in any area of the Council’s functions which include Planning Roads and Housing. The person(s) appointed will work under the direction and control of an Officer or Engineer designated by the Director of Services or the Chief Executive. QUALIFICATIONS 1 Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2 Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3 Education Experience etc. Candidates must on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Have satisfactory experience in a technician post at Grade I or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the state (b) Have at least seven years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post (c) Have a thorough knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one relevant section of the work and possess such training or experience as would enable them to take charge of such a section of the work (d) Have adequate experience in dealing with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies (e) Have adequate experience in the direction supervision and control of staff (f) Possess technical training and experience of a high standard and adequate administrative ability PLEASE NOTE Non Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. In the event that an offer of employment is made the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications in order to meet the requirements above. DRIVING LICENCE / TRAVEL The holder of the office will be required to hold a valid Irish or EU full driving licence for class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange free from endorsement and disqualification. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a motor car in the course of his or her duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. The Local Authority must be indemnified on their insurance. https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licence DUTIES The following is a non exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Senior Executive Technician (Civil Construction Architectural): • Providing necessary information to Senior Management relevant to their area of responsibility • Management and supervision of staff and the co ordination of duties of staff under their control • Ensuring the efficient delivery of services in their area of responsibility • Creation and monitoring of work procedures and document management • Co ordinating the maintenance and management of IT systems in their area of responsibility • Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he or she has been assigned e.g. site inspection site surveying creation of drawings and graphics report writing and such other duties • Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he or she has been assigned e.g. CAD Graphics GIS software such as ESRI ArcGIS Autodesk AutoCAD and or Microstation CAD software Microsoft Office Suite especially Access Excel and PowerPoint • Supervision of Road Openings reinstatement works and knowledge of the map road licensing system and reporting to the Road Management Office • Knowledge of Planning and Building Regulations Building Standards Codes of Practice implementation of national standards and legislative requirements enforcement activities as per environmental legislation and compliance with other statutory technical standards • Adherence to the Council’s corporate health and safety systems and implementation of department and section health and safety controls including those relating to risk assessments • A good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety legislation regulations and their implications for the organisation employees and the workplace • Liaising with other Departments members of the public and external agencies in relation to operational aspects of assigned work • Functioning as a Team Leader including prioritising work coordinating team members allocating work and ensuring task completion • Preparation of estimates • Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance at public consultations • Coaching and mentoring Technicians Grade I Grade II Executive Technicians • Contributing to staff development personal development and team development initiatives • Undertaking any course of training organised by Wicklow County Council • Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time ESSENTIAL SKILLS • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent professional technical knowledge and skills • Commitment to the public interest • Experience of budget preparation and management • Ability to prepare and present technical reports • People management skills • Project management skills • Team membership skills • Good IT skills including relevant technical ICT packages • Good understanding of core engineering principles • Good understanding of safety management including Health and Safety legislation DESIRABLE SKILLS • Thorough knowledge of all technical aspects of local authority work • High standard technical training and administrative ability • Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and implementation including traffic management plans • Knowledge of Proworks health and safety management system • Safe Pass and CSCS cards in Signing Lighting and Guarding and Underground Services • Experience in surveying setting out GPS software and equipment • Tendering and procurement experience • Road pavement design and supervision experience • GIS and CAD systems experience • Staff supervision experience PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel may be formed from which future Senior Executive Technician positions may be filled. The position will be full time and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any Municipal Districts or Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. DUTIES The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or such other officer as may be determined the post holder will provide appropriate professional technical and ancillary services of an advisory supervisory or executive nature including servicing committees established by any such authority. The holder of the office will if required act for an officer of a higher level. PROBATION (a) There shall be a period after appointment during which the person shall hold office on probation (b) Such period shall be nine months and may be extended at the Chief Executive’s discretion (c) The person shall cease to hold office at the end of probation unless service is certified as satisfactory SALARY €55,622 to €66,993 per annum includes 2nd LSI EL 02/2026 The salary shall be fully inclusive and as determined from time to time in line with national policy. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with Departmental Circular letters. New entrants will be placed on the minimum of the salary scale. HOURS OF WORK The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week Monday to Friday equating to a 7 hour day within attendance hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with one hour lunch between 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. There may be a requirement to work additional hours from time to time for which time in lieu will apply. A flexi system is also in operation. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting particularly to determine suitability to work with children or vulnerable adults.
School Traffic Warden
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of School Traffic Warden. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. A school traffic warden is responsible for carrying out the Council’s policy regarding the school warden services which includes health and safety procedures. To ensure the safety of children crossing the road at a designated point between specified times. Permanent Part-Time Positions: The employment is permanent, part-time and pensionable. Substitute Positions: The substitute positions are to provide cover on a casual basis when the Part-time School Traffic Wardens are unavailable for duty. Substitutes may be required to cover various locations throughout the district. QUALIFICATIONS 1 Character Candidates shall be of good character. Garda Vetting is compulsory under Wicklow County Council’s Child Protection Policy. 2 Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3 Education, Experience, etc. The ideal candidate shall: • Have reached a standard of education sufficient to enable them to carry out the duties assigned; The successful candidate will be required to undertake any training deemed necessary by the Council. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications as outlined in their application form. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (a) To carry out the Council’s policy with regard to the school warden services which includes health and safety procedures. (b) To ensure the safety of children crossing the road at a designated point between specified times. The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users. (c) Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. (d) To attend for duty at the prescribed times and to perform such duty under the direction of the Council’s Engineer or Inspector or any member of the Garda Siochána. (e) To wear statutory uniform at all times when on duty and to ensure that the uniform is kept in a clean and neat condition. (These will be supplied by the County Council). (f) To notify the County Council without delay should a traffic accident or incidents at the designated point, or in the vicinity of the warden’s duty point. (g) To notify the County Council of any dangerous occurrences which occur at the designated point. (h) To furnish such records and reports relating to the employment as may be required by the County Council. (i) To notify the County Council without delay should he / she be unable due to illness or other reason to report for duty. (j) Traffic wardens must be flexible and be prepared to perform their duties at any location within reason as directed by the Line Manager. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Panels may be formed from which future Part-Time and Substitute School Traffic Warden positions may be filled. The position will be part-time and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts / Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises / location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 – 2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph. Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional / technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature 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, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply; (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be nine months, this period may be extended at the Chief Executive discretion; (c) such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons in satisfactory. Wages: €53.37 per day in accordance with Circular EL 02/2026 Wages will not be paid for days on which wardens are not on duty. Employment will be suspended without pay: (i) during periods of closure of the particular school(s) for holidays at Christmas, Easter, Summer, and mid-term breaks, and (j) during other such periods as may be determined by Wicklow County Council. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New Entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Hours of Work Hours shall be those prescribed by Wicklow County Council from time to time and it shall be the responsibility of the warden to be and to remain on duty each day for such hours as are necessary to protect children proceeding to and from school via the warden’s duty point. The hours may vary according to the school(s) you are assigned to, the hours will provided accordingly. You shall be responsible for being and remaining on duty each day for the hours allocated to protect children proceeding to and from school via the wardens’ duty point. The employment will be suspended during periods of closure of the particular school for holidays or any other reason and during such other periods as may be determined by the County Council. The Part-time School Traffic Warden appointed will be required to work Monday to Friday. The Council reserves the right to alter working hours from time to time. Garda Vetting Candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children / vulnerable adults. 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. Work Permit All non-EU / EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Wicklow County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Wicklow County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their 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 candidates. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Annual Leave Holiday pay will be in accordance with the terms of The Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, where annual leave and public holiday entitlements will be paid by way of lump sum twice per year (Easter and Summer), and will be based on 8% of the number of hours worked in an academic school year. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Persons who are NOT new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004 and the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018, are subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years.
Senior Staff Officer
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Senior Staff Officer. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Senior Staff Officer is a key frontline management position within the Council, responsible for leading and managing the performance of a department or business unit within the local authority. The role requires an effective and participative leadership approach, with responsibility for the organisation, coordination, and delivery of all operational activities within a section or group of sections, including the supervision, development, and performance management of staff. Senior Staff Officers may be assigned responsibility across a wide range of functional areas, including but not limited to housing, planning, human resources, community and social development, recreation, amenity and cultural services, environmental services, transportation and infrastructure, and emergency services. The post holder is responsible for translating the objectives set out in Corporate, Departmental, and Team Plans into effective operational actions within their area of responsibility. The role is typically carried out as part of a multi-disciplinary team and involves close collaboration with senior management to support organisational priorities and service delivery objectives. A Senior Staff Officer works closely with elected members, external agencies, partner organisations, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused services. The role requires a strong understanding of the political, legislative, and regulatory context of local government, with duties carried out in a manner that promotes public trust, confidence, transparency, and impartial decision-making. The position demands well-developed administrative, supervisory, interpersonal, and communication skills, together with specific technical or professional expertise relevant to the assigned functional area. The Senior Staff Officer is expected to demonstrate leadership, accountability, and professionalism in all aspects of their work, contributing to continuous improvement and effective governance within the Council. QUALIFICATIONS1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Experience, etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Applicants to Panel B (Open)(i) (a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme, including Irish and/or English and one of the following: SALARY €57,895.00 - €70,730.00 per annum, including 2nd LSI EL 02/2026. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. 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. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New entrants will be placed on the minimum of the salary scale.
Traffic/Litter Warden
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Traffic / Litter Warden, Bray Municipal District. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. While initial assignment will be at the Bray Municipal District, the successful candidate may be assigned to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/depot in use by the Council, now or in the future. The position is full-time, pensionable and permanent. The holder of the post will perform duties as may be assigned from time to time, on a county-wide remit, to ensure Wicklow County Council comply with all statutory obligations in Road Traffic Acts, Finance Acts and any regulations made thereunder. QUALIFICATIONS 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. The ideal candidate shall: Saturday work will be required on a regular basis. Staff will be rostered for Saturday work in accordance with business needs and will be given time in lieu which is to be used on the next Monday. At peak summer months there may be a requirement for Traffic/Litter Wardens to undertake Sunday attendance as required by management. On Public Holidays there may be a requirement for Traffic/Litter Wardens to undertake to be available as required by management. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. 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. Work Permit All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Wicklow County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract, you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Wicklow County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their 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 candidates. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement will be 25 days per annum exclusive of public holidays. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Persons who are NOT new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 and the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018, are subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. With effect from 1st January 2013, persons who are pensionable under the terms of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will have a minimum retirement age of 66 years initially rising in line with the State Pension age changes. Members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme have a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Superannuation Persons who become pensionable public servants on or after 1st January 2013 will become members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme and, as such, will be required to pay contributions of 3% of pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of the net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme.
