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Full time - 36.75 hours per week Permanent Contract Shifts available Monday - Sunday, 7.00am - 21.00pm ROI National hourly rate €18.11 per hour B&Q Liffey Valley We believe anyone can improve their home to make life better. Every day, we give our millions of customers the ideas, advice, tools, and confidence they need to create a home they’ll love. Join us as a Showroom Advisor and you’ll help some of their boldest kitchen and bathroom ideas take shape. Key responsibilities Sales matter in this role, but your real focus will be the customer. You’ll ask questions and explore possibilities to recommend the right finance, products, and installation options. You’ll use software to produce inspirational designs that will bring customer projects to life. Coordinating multiple projects & supporting customers virtually and face to face, you’ll take our customers on a journey from inspirational ideas through to delivery, helping to make their dreams a reality. Required skills & experience You’re great at using technology but more importantly you’ll have brilliant communication and relationship building skills as you’ll work closely with colleagues & installers to ensure we deliver the best service on every project. You’re motivated by targets, and are confident in converting your designs into sales. You work well as part of a team and you’re a good problem-solver too, with a keen eye for design. And you’re flexible enough to work on a rota that includes weekends, evenings, and bank holidays. What's in it for me? As part of a great team, you’ll be valued for who you are.We’re committed to making B&Q more diverse and representative of the communities we serve, where everyone can feel they belong and have equal opportunities . You will have access to a range of networks that represent our colleagues and allies and help us to continue to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business. We also recognise that wellness means different things to different people, and we want to help colleagues be at their best and feel well by offering a range of benefits to help you. As well as a competitive salary, our benefits package includes an award-winning pension scheme, 7 weeks holiday, payroll giving, an Employee Assistance Programme, shopping discounts, colleague wellbeing benefits and lots more! We also provide generous breaks to make sure you’re refreshed and able to perform at your best. So we can support you during the application or interview process, please contact recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk for any recruitment adjustments. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Telefundraiser
Oxfam Ireland requires an engaging and enthusiastic advocate for its growing telemarketing team - an amazing individual, to join an amazing team, to inspire and engage supporters of Oxfam and members of the public in relation to the crucial work Oxfam Ireland is carrying out. We would love to hear from you if you possess: What will the role entail: · Contacting previous regular donors to encourage them to give again · Contacting supporters of our campaigns to encourage supporting with a monthly gift · Upgrade of active committed givers to make an increase to their monthly gift · Thank you calls to our loyal donors to show appreciation for their support Hours of work: 35 hours per week (11am - 7pm Monday - Friday) Fixed hourly rates of pay: €14.80 per hour. To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and CV to: IRL-fundraisers@oxfam.org CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Door to Door Fundraiser
Oxfam is a global movement of people who won’t live with the injustice of poverty. Oxfam works in three ways: we respond to emergencies, saving lives and helping survivors recover; we provide people with the skills and resources to lift themselves out of poverty; and we campaign to change the unjust policies that keep people in poverty. Joining the Oxfamily is an opportunity for you to develop a career within the third sector, not only here in Ireland, but with our sister organisations all over the world, from Australia, to New Zealand, Brazil to America. Will you join us? To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and CV to IRL-fundraisers@oxfam.org CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Street Campaigner
Oxfam is a global movement of people who won’t live with the injustice of poverty. Oxfam works in three ways: we respond to emergencies, saving lives and helping survivors recover; we provide people with the skills and resources to lift themselves out of poverty; and we campaign to change the unjust policies that keep people in poverty. Joining the Oxfamily is an opportunity for you to develop a career within the third sector, not only here in Ireland, but with our sister organisations all over the world from Australia, to New Zealand, Brazil to America. Will you join us? To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and CV to IRL-fundraisers@oxfam.org CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Assistants
At Petstop we care about a great customer experience and even more about Pets. We are always on the look out for fun, friendly and dedicated animal lovers. Applicants must have a high level of customer care with a friendly personality. So if you think you have the right qualities to become a member of our team, please send a cover letter and also your CV to careers@petstop.ie and put the store you would like to work in, in the subject line. Current roles available: Role: Sales Assistant Location: All stores Purpose of the role: We currently have positions available for Full-Time & Part Time staff for all our stores. Duties and responsibilities are as follows: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Multiple Roles Available
JOIN THE TEAM Are you passionate about all things Golf? Find a range of roles at Halpenny Golf that you can thrive in. Check out the positions we have available right now! WEBSITE CONTENT ADMINISTRATOR Position Type: Full TIme Hours: 9.30 - 18.00 Location: Lucan WORK IN OUR STORES | IRELAND Do you enjoy working as a team? Can you deliver excellent customer service? Do you have a love for all things Golf? If that sounds like you then come and work for us! We have a range of positions available, check them out below and apply with your C.V. Senior Custom Fitter Position Type: Full Time Hours: 9.30 - 18.00 (Weekend Work Applicable) Location: Lucan SENIOR SALES ASSISTANT Position Type: Full Time Hours: 9.30 - 18.00 (Weekend Work Applicable) Location: Lucan STOCK CONTROL ASSISTANT Position Type: Full Time Hours: 9.30 - 18.00 (Weekend Work Applicable) Location: Lucan ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER Position Type: Full Time Hours: 9.30 - 18.00 (Weekend Work Applicable) Location: Drogheda SALES ASSISTANT Position Type: Part Time Hours: Various Shifts available including weekends. Location: Lucan SALES ASSISTANT Position Type: Part Time Hours: Various Shifts available including weekends. Location: Swords SENIOR CUSTOM-FITTER Position Type: Full Time Hours: 9.30 - 18.00 (Weekend Work applicable) Location: Swords SENIOR CUSTOM-FITTER Position Type: Full Time Hours: 9.30 - 18.00 (Weekend Work applicable) Location: Drogheda SENIOR CUSTOM-FITTER Position Type: Full Time Hours: 9.30 - 18.00 (Weekend Work applicable) Location: Drogheda
Tenancy Sustainment Officer
1. The Position The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Tenancy Sustainment Officer (Grade V, analogous). It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies both permanent and temporary will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Tenancy Sustainment Officer is based within the Housing Section of Donegal County Council and is responsible in providing support to individuals and families to sustain their tenancies and develop independent living and tenancy skills. The Tenancy Sustainment Officer will work with a focus on homeless prevention and will have intensive and direct interaction with people providing clear advice and support to enable them to sustain their tenancies. 2. Roles Duties & Responsibilities A non-exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of the Tenancy Sustainment Officer are set out below: • Identify and respond to early warning signs of tenancy risk when identified by Area Housing staff, including neighbour complaints, rent arrears, or property condition concerns, by proactively engaging with tenants to provide support and prevent escalation; • Provide practical support and advocacy during tenancy related disputes or crises, including liaison with local Area Housing staff and external agencies; • Have demonstratable experience of working with social housing applicants and/or the provision of tenant focused services including dispute resolution. • Promote tenant participation by providing information and practical services to the tenants, including welfare, benefits and housing advice, budget and debt management and general life skills to enable individuals to participate fully in their daily decision making; • Assist tenants in gaining access to a range of community resources, specialist services where issues relate to disability, mental health, substance misuse, and primary health care are evident in response to tenants needs and wishes to maximise their tenancy sustainment skills through specialist programmes. • Work closely with the HAP Placefinder Service achieving exit goals for homeless clients in emergency accommodation; • Provide support to persons moving out of emergency accommodation to enable them to sustain their tenancies; • Maintain a caseload of clients and develop, implement and regularly review individual housing care/support plans in conjunction with other voluntary and statutory service; • Work as part of the Homeless Action Team (HAT) to meet the needs of the homeless clients, or those at risk of homelessness; attend monthly meetings and provide information as required; • To be responsible for keeping up to date casework records and written assessments, and ensure all necessary information is recorded on the Pathway Accommodation & Support System (PASS), iHouse and other systems as required; • Provide progress report and presentations as required in relation to caseload; • Liaise with other agencies, voluntary and statutory as appropriate, making referrals and attend inter-agency meetings and reviews of clients as and when required; • Designated responsibility for Child Protection/Safeguarding Council in accordance with the Children First National Guidelines 2011; aware of child protection issues and reporting procedures • Designated Sex Offenders Liaison Officer (SOLO), as required; • Travel to homes of tenants, families and individuals where necessary; • To approach tenants at all times with dignity and respect and ensure they are provided with choices around the services they receive; • Participate in relevant training and development courses as agreed with your supervisor; • To adhere to all policies and procedures, particularly in relation to child protection, confidentiality, finance, personal safety and customer care; • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required from time to time. 3. Qualifications & Requirement of the Post The post of Tenancy Sustainment Officer is analogous to that of Staff Officer and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has declared that the qualifications for the post of Staff Officer will be as set out below: (a) Character: Candidates shall be of good character. (b) Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Medical advisor prior to appointment. (c) Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications: • have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four 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: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, AND • have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) OR • have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, OR • hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, (d) Desirable Skills It is desirable that candidates possess one of the following • A National Diploma in Applied Social Care Studies awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) OR • A Diploma in Social Care awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) OR • A Diploma in Applied Social Studies/Social Care from DIT OR • A BA (Ord) in Social Care Practice (minimum Level 7 on the QQI framework) OR • An equivalent qualification in a related field OR • A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the homeless provision area or similar type service (e) Core Competencies Candidates must be able to demonstrate that they have the following relevant competencies having regard to the role, duties and responsibilities of Tenancy Sustainment Officer. (i) Initiative and delivery of results, e.g. • Track record of achievements. • Problem solving & resolution. • High level of attention to detail. • Compliance with various policies / standards. • Judgement and ability to work autonomously. • Take initiative and be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. (ii) Interpersonal skills and communicating effectively, e.g. • Effective verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to present ideas effectively and to present to groups. • Ability to write fluently and to prepare clearly structured written reports. • Maintain a positive, constructive, and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Understand and implement change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change. (iii) Planning & Organisational skills. • Ability to manage time and workload effectively. • Ability to analyse and identify key issues/demands. • Ability to work under pressure in a cross functional environment and to tight timelines. (iv) Working with others and teamwork, e.g. • Build, manage, and nurture partnerships and working relationships across a wide range of key agencies and organisations. • To work as part of a team. • Service User focus. 4. Particulars of the Post (a) General Donegal County Council proposes to create a panel of qualified candidates for the position of Tenancy Sustainment Officer from which it will fill any vacancy that may arise. (b) Probation The successful candidate shall be required to be on probation for an initial period, as determined by the Council. This period may be extended at the discretion of the Council. (c) Remuneration The current annual pay-scale is €51,210 minimum to max LSI2 €61,252 (as per Circular EL 03/2025). Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. New entrants will commence on the minimum point of the scale. (d) Base The base for the post of Tenancy Sustainment Officer shall be determined by the Council and will depend on the particular area and service to which the post holder is assigned. The role of Tenancy Sustainment Officer may involve some travel, with some trips involving overnight stays and associated costs covered by the appropriate allowances. (e) Residence Holders of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. (f) Working Hours / Annual Leave The normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. Annual leave allowance will be in accordance with Circular LG(P) 07/2011. (g) Requirement to Drive Candidates shall be required: (a) to possess a full current category B Driving Licence. (b) to have their own vehicle available for use while performing their duties and the associated costs will be covered by the appropriate allowances. (h) Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms; (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. (i) Conflicts of Interest The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his duties as a local authority employee. (j) Garda Vetting Candidates for the post Tenancy Sustainment Officer are subject to Garda Vetting. Please note all candidates must attain a satisfactory Garda Vetting Disclosure prior to appointment, otherwise the offer of employment will be withdrawn. In the event where a Garda Vetting Disclosure indicates that there is a case pending, then the appointment cannot proceed at that time and the offer of employment will be withdrawn. The candidate will however retain their position on the panel and will be considered for the next vacancy should same arise within the lifetime of the panel. 5. Recruitment Process A. Application Form • Applications must be made on the official online application form and all sections of the form must be fully completed. • Please do not submit a CV with your application. Only information contained in the online application form will be considered when assessing a candidate’s suitability for the post. • Applications must be received by the deadline specified on the form. • Applications that are late, lost or delayed will not be considered unless official evidence showing that the application was sent within the timeframe can be produced. B. Short Listing Candidates may be short-listed for interview on the basis of information supplied. In the event of a short-listing exercise being required, an Expert Panel will convene to examine and assess the application forms against a set of pre-determined criteria, based on the requirements of the job. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications and experience on the application form. Where it is considered, by reason of the number and standard of applications received, that it would be reasonable not to admit all candidates to the interview, only persons likely to attain at the interview a standard sufficient for selection and recommendation for appointment shall be called for interview. C. Right to Information and Review - # TSO 001 The Council is committed to offering feedback and information to candidates. Any candidate who wishes to do so may request to have a decision or the process reviewed. Any such request must be submitted in writing, stating the grounds of the request and this must be submitted to the Human Resources Department, Three Rivers Centre, Lifford, Co. Donegal within five working days of the date of notification of a relevant decision quoting the above reference number. D. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. E. Other Appointments to the Council are subject to satisfactory checks with regard to references, qualifications, medical examinations, and Garda Vetting, as applicable. F. Canvassing Will Disqualify Any attempt by a candidate (or by any persons acting on their behalf) to canvass or otherwise influence any officer of the Council (or persons nominated by it to interview or examine applicants) in the candidate’s favour, either directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise, will automatically disqualify the applicant for consideration for the position. G. General Data Protection Regulation Donegal County Council is committed to protecting your personal data and we comply with our obligations under the Data Protection Acts, 1988 – 2018, and the General Data Protection Regulation. • Basis for Processing your Personal Information The basis for processing your personal data is to process your application for the position you have applied for with Donegal County Council under the Terms of the Employment (Information) Act 1994 and Human Resources Department policies and procedures. When your application form is received, we create a computer record in your name, which contains much of the personal information you have supplied on your application form. This personal record is used solely in processing your candidature. You are entitled to obtain at any time, a copy of information about you, which is kept on record. • Sharing of Information Outside of the relevant recruitment team, the information provided in your application form will only be shared for progressing the competition for which you have applied for, with a designated shortlisting and/or interview board. If, following the competition, you are deemed a qualified candidate and offered a position; the information provided in your application form will form part of your Personnel File. Furthermore, should you be offered a position and subsequently confirm your interest in the position, the information provided on your application form will be used to request service records and employment references. • Storage period Your application will be retained for two years from the date of the competition. Applications that are not progressed to interview stage will be destroyed post competition.
Beach Lifeguard
The Position Meath County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent & fixed-term contract vacancies for the position of Beach Lifeguard shall be drawn. Purpose, Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the post of the Beach Lifeguard include, but are not limited to: • Attending at place of work in a punctual manner; • Opening the Lifeguard hut and checking weather for appropriate flag to be erected; • Send text within 15 mins of arrival at Beach to WSDO confirming initials of all lifeguards on site; • Wearing the official Lifeguard clothing as provided by the Council at all times when on duty; • Checking the tide; • Putting out temporary signage as appropriate; • Patrolling the beach regularly • Checking all signs and lifesaving equipment including ring buoys on the beach daily; • Keeping the assigned area clear of all hazards and remove same as required e.g. broken glass etc; • Keeping the welfare unit and area around Lifeguard station clean; • Beach Lifeguards should be on patrol or on look out from outside of the hut and should be inside the hut or welfare unit for breaks only; • Being courteous with members of the public; • Logging all accident and incident reports; • Liaising with supervisor and Communications Department of the Council in relation to media issues. Dealing directly with the media is not permitted; • Keeping the Lifeguard Hut clear of visitors except people in need of First Aid; • Managing the assigned beach area in respect of all activities; • Reporting directly to the Water Safety Development Officer and/or District Engineer and/or their designated persons; • Supervising and assisting in rescue operations; • Reviewing complaints and accidents where required; • Testifying in court as a witness if required on behalf of the Council; • Reporting to their supervisor on the state of all rescue equipment, facilities and supplies; • Warning the public of dangerous conditions and post warning devices; • Administering medical aid and performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation; • Explaining bye-laws and regulations to the public where necessary; • Coordinating with and requesting assistance from other agencies as required (in conjunction with supervisor); • Ensuring that at all times, priority is given to Swimmers and First Aid requirements. • All duties as laid down in the Irish Water Safety Lifeguard Handbook as appropriate to their workplace This list may not include all duties to be performed by employees in this appointment. This list may not include all duties required as the nature of a Beach Lifeguards work may lead to unforeseen lifesaving situations ashore. Lifeguards will be required to work irregular hours to coincide with tidal conditions and bathing periods, including work at weekends and particularly over holiday weekends. 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: • Hold a current Irish Water Safety, National Beach Lifeguard Award or equivalent qualification as recognised by the International Lifesaving Federation (ILS); • Be 18 years of age or over All candidates will be required to undergo a practical test in Basic Life Support (BLS), swimming ability, lifesaving techniques and a theory test conducted by an examiner nominated by the Irish Water Safety Association. They will be required to maintain a daily training routine unless they are engaged in lifesaving operations. Candidates holding Certificates of Competence in basic first aid and/or VHF radio will gain extra marks. While the above qualification is the minimum requirement for this post the following Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) qualifications would also be desirable: Cardiac First Responder, Emergency First Responder, and Occupational First Aid. Relevant experience in relation to the post is desirable Successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting Desirable Experience and knowledge The following are desirable: • Experience dealing with Public/Customers • Have an ability to work effectively within a team to achieve a common goal, ensuring standards are adhered to and maintained; • Have the ability to provide excellent customer services; • Have good interpersonal and communications skills; • Be motivated to achieve maximum performance; • Have an ability to work on own initiative, in an independent environment and without constant supervision; Have an awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. Miscellaneous Provisions Salary Salary scale: €17.37 per hour (EL 03/25). Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Hours of Work The maximum working week will be 39 hours and the working pattern will include Saturday and Sunday working on a rotational basis. Hours will be part – time for June, full time for July & August and part-time for the first two weeks in September. All hours worked will be subject to the provision of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as amended. Candidates must be available to work from Monday to Sunday and hours shall vary from early morning to late evening. The working hours will be on a rota basis arranged by the Supervisor. 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 Annual leave will be calculated on a pro rata basis based on the number of hours worked. The leave entitlement and entitlement to Public Holidays shall be granted in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. The annual leave applicable to this post will be 8% of the hours worked in any one year. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail.
Relief Sports Unit Operative
Louth County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Louth County Council will, following an 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, Planning and Local Government. This panel will exist for 12 months and may only be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Duties of the Sports Unit Operative: The duties to be assigned include the following. This list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: • Sport Unit Operative work in Dundalk Sports Centre (Dundalk) and/or the Lourdes Stadium (Drogheda) or any other LCC-owned Sports facilities as required • Maintain clean & safe facilities to National Quality standards • Process payments • Set up and tidy away equipment as necessary • Take bookings on a computerised booking system • Work with other sports unit staff to deliver programmes and to assist in administration work • Provide first aid (if qualified) when appropriate • Delivering Sports Unit run programmes and activities • Assist supervisory team in meeting sports unit objectives and delivery of work • Operate in a safe and efficient manner • Comply with all Louth County councils policies and procedures • Communicate effectively all members of the sports unit team • Work evenings and weekends • Any further duties which may be assigned from time to time Qualifications for the post Essential Criteria 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. 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. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a National Diploma (level 7 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in a Sports/Leisure/Recreation/Physical Activity Related field or equivalent or be currently enrolled in a Sports/Leisure/Recreation/Physical Activity Related course. and (b) Be Computer Literate. and (c) Candidates should display enthusiasm and possess a high standard of interpersonal and organisation skills and be customer focused. and (d) Candidates should be willing to undergo ongoing training to up skill, where necessary. Desirable Criteria • Practical experience delivering structured sports, fitness, or recreational programmes to varied age groups (youth, adult, older adults). • Experience working in a sports facility, community centre, or similar environment involving customerfacing roles. • Proficiency with computerised booking and membership systems, including managing schedules, handling payments, and generating reports (e.g., Legend, EZFacility, or equivalent). • Current valid First Aid certification (e.g., FAR, Occupational First Aid, or equivalent). • Experience collaborating with sports development officers, coaches, or facility management in organising and delivering local sports initiatives. • Ability to handle minor maintenance or troubleshooting of sports equipment (e.g., setting up nets, weights, gym equipment). • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a multi-location sports unit. Particulars of Post The Post This is a part time relief post. Salary Salary shall be at Light Equipment Operator Scale – currently €19.13 per hour. Location of post The post holder will be based between any of Louth County Councils Sports facilities including: • Dundalk Sports Centre, Muirhevnamor, Dundalk or • Lourdes Athletic Stadium, Boyle O Reilly Terrace, Drogheda 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. Hours of work Part time relief hours as required to meet operational needs. This position will be offered on a banded hours basis, with the successful candidate required to be available for a minimum band of 3–6 hours per week. Banded hours are subject to review annually. 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. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Annual Leave 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 must take up their appointment not more than 6 weeks from original offer. Should they fail to take up the appointment within that period, the council at its discretion may not appoint them CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Administrative Officer
The Role of the Administrative Officer The Administrative Officer is responsible for the management of one or more sections within the Council. He/she is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the sections(s) and is a major contributor to the strategic policy making decisions of the Council. He/she will represent the Council on sub-committees and at meetings and may be asked to report on progress in his/her respective section(s) at Council meetings. Their duties include: Management of staff: • Making decisions in relation to service delivery on a daily basis • Representing the Council at a variety of meetings • Preparation of reports for Council and other stakeholders • Budget preparation and management of same • Policy formulation • Attending Court as a witness for the Council as required The ideal candidate shall: • Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Have experience of budget preparation and management • Require people management skills • Have satisfactory IT skills • Demonstrate satisfactory knowledge and understanding of the local government environment including services, policies, legislation and issues • Have a current, full, clean, Class B drivers’ licence and access to own car Post of Administrative Officer (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 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, training, experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms - (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: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) or (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, and (iv) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined Competition (Panel A & C) (v) (a) be a serving employee in a local authority, or a regional assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post, and (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff Candidates must also: • Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned; • Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned; 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 Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority under the direction and supervision of its appropriate officer such services of an executive, supervisory or advisory nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers and duties and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority when required and such duties as may be required in relation to the area of any other local authority. The duties shall include but are not limited to: • Providing high level administrative support based on a thorough understanding of the overall workings and policy of a section. • Management of Staff. • Representing the Council at a variety of meetings. • Budget preparation and management of same. • Attending inter-departmental meetings on behalf of the section to which you are assigned. • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with external agencies as appropriate to the activities of the section. • Continuously monitoring existing procedures to ensure they comply with best practice and the development of new/improved procedures where appropriate. • Policy formation • Attending court as a witness for the Council as required. • Working on inter-departmental teams concerned with introducing organisational change. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibilities as may be required from time to time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and carried out under general guidance. 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 Administrative Officer is: €59,417 - €77,243 (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. 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