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ABP Bandon are currently recruiting a full-time Trainee/Graduate Accountant to join our dynamic team. ABP Bandon is part of ABP Food Group which is Europe’s leading privately owned agribusiness companies. We are Ireland’s largest beef processor, and we also operate substantial renewable, pet food and protein divisions. We employ 14,000 plus people at over 50 processing facilities around the world. This is an opportunity to join a market leader in the beef sector who is growing the business beyond market expectations. A company that has a reputation as an excellent employer and people focused business. Description: We are looking for a Trainee Management Accountant . This role is based in Bandon, Co. Cork. Fulltime Contract Responsibilities: · Will include preparation of both Weekly and Monthly account’s, · VAT returns, VIES and Intrastat return’s, Bank Reconciliation’s, Maintaining the Fixed Asset Register, Weekly Invoice/Credit Note run’s. · Detailed reporting / monitoring of income and expenditure. · Produce management information as and when required. · Provide support to the wider finance team. The above job description is designed to give an appreciation of the main functions of the job. It is not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive. Remuneration: €30 – 40k (DOE), exam fees and study leave. Candidate Profile: The successful applicant will possess the following: · Excellent communication skills · Strong time management skills · Excellent attention to detail and good technical skills · Proficient in Excel CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Steam Tunnel Chargehand
C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, County Westmeath. At our C&D Foods site in Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford we have a requirement for Steam Tunnel Chargehands x 4 Shift Pattern rotating biweekly 12HR Shifts consisting of day/night work The shifts are 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am. The shift cycle would be as follows: Week 1 – In Monday and Tuesday, Off Wednesday, and Thursday and In Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Week 2- Off Monday and Tuesday, In Wednesday and Thursday and Off Friday, Saturday and Sunday. C&D Reserves the right to change working patterns depending on business requirements REPORTING TO : PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR This role reports to the production supervisor. The role is a working role to manage a specific area within production (Steam Tunnel area). The purpose is to ensure compliance to all matters regarding production and the highest quality standards. · The role is to manage the Steam Tunnel Area · To manage the breaks people, take and ensure the time is not extended · Work on the line through breaks and to holiday cover as required · Develop the cell into a world class operation · Report small reoccurring breakdowns to the supervisor and or Engineering · Ensure product is produced right first time · To ensure the staff meet the current hygiene and health and safety requirements for personnel protection equipment. · To ensure all staff comply with the company policy on all matters relating to Health and Safety · To liaise with the quality department and report any quality issues · Responsible for personal hygiene whilst on the premises · Other duties as assigned Training will be provided Working Charge Hands Accountability Breaks · Washdowns and Changeovers · GMP · Reporting of Small breakdowns and repeating issues · Reporting of Quality Issues · Waste · Performance of Operators Key Behaviors/Competencies CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Healthcare Data Analyst
Location: Dublin, Cork or Galway Tenure: Permanent x 2 immediate vacancies Additionally, HIQA may create a panel for future permanent and fixed term vacancies that may arise Blended Working: 1 - 2 days a week in the office and the remainder of the working week spent working from home. Further information can be found below in the Principal Conditions of Service under Blended Working Arrangements. Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA), in its role to monitor the quality and safety of health and personal social services for the benefit, health and welfare of the public, uses information about a service’s performance from a variety of sources to inform the risk profiling of health and social care services. Data surveillance is the continuous gathering, analysis and interpretation of data on a service’s performance against key performance indicators based on best available evidence. Collecting, analysing and interpreting the data provides information on how the service is performing against the different dimensions of the National Standards for Safer Better Health. Working as part of a team, this post will assist in the review and analysis of relevant data on a healthcare service’s performance. The post-holder will play a key role in supporting operational, analytical and reporting objectives, ensuring tasks are achieved in a timely and professional manner working with broad groups of stakeholders, and contributing to the implementation of methodologies that will help achieve the programme’s objectives. It is proposed that the process of data surveillance will migrate into a new digitalised system in the medium term. The post holder will work within the HIQA Healthcare Directorate providing data surveillance support and assistance to multiple teams, each responsible for monitoring a caseload of healthcare services. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of every day work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks – Team Member Seek clarity on the tasks associated with own role Complete tasks in compliance with policies and procedures Adhere to relevant legislation, standards and internal audits Fulfil any mandatory or professional competency requirements Maintain confidentiality and a professional approach Raise any concerns in relation to workplace health and safety Actively identify learning needs and development opportunities Actively contribute as a team member Follow direction and take on new and different tasks Set and achieve performance goals that contribute to HIQA strategy Regularly seek feedback to meet performance expectations and goals Role Specific Tasks The key tasks and activities associated with the role: The nature of the tasks and activities associated with the role will vary accordingly. It will involve: Support the design, development, and automation of dashboards and reporting tools for the Healthcare Directorate, ensuring integration of agreed healthcare indicators and KPIs to enable effective surveillance, performance monitoring, and regulatory decision-making. Populate/refresh the dashboards/reports with relevant data from the monthly and quarterly performance reports. Create, administer and manage the data surveillance library in SharePoint, which will include the management of metadata. Working in collaboration with the healthcare team, create and develop a repository where additional performance data and information will be stored and available to all inspectors and Regional Managers. Work with internal and external partners to automate established systems. Present at quarterly oversight meetings held by the healthcare management team. Provide support for the annual evaluation of the data surveillance process. Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Head of Healthcare Surveillance and Risk Assessment. The tasks will be reviewed annually or more often as required in line with business objectives. The contents of any role description are not exhaustive and are intended to be indicative of the scope of the role. Qualifications Essential: In determining your eligibility the following are the essential qualifications that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. Degree qualification (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in a relevant area deemed relevant by the Authority such as Data Science/Analytics, Computer Science, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Health Services Research, or equivalent. Experience Essential: In determining your eligibility the following are the essential knowledge and experience that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. Minimum of 12 months practical experience in data analysis, including data cleaning/validation, conducting statistical analyses, and producing dashboards to support data-driven decision-making Other knowledge and experience deemed necessary for the role: Knowledge of the health and social care environment in Ireland. Knowledge and understanding of the importance and use of health information for service delivery, quality improvement, monitoring and planning. Experience in extracting, transforming, and preparing data from various sources for analysis and reporting. Experience using data analysis tools and/or programming languages (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Stata, Python, R or equivalent) for tasks such as data extraction, data cleaning, data manipulation, trend analysis, statistical modelling, and/or machine learning. Experience with data visualisation tools such as Tableau or Power BI. Experience in organising and facilitating a broad spectrum of engagement with stakeholders. Experience of drafting reports that present complex data analysis in an easily understood and accessible format. Proven track record in reviewing, editing, proofing documents for a variety of audiences. Experience in analysing and evaluating information for applicability and relevance. Desirable: At least three years’ experience working in a supervisory or management position in a social care and/or social work service, regulatory, or other setting deemed relevant by the Authority for the post of Inspector of Children’s Services as advertised. Relevant experience of quality assessment, regulatory compliance, monitoring and inspection, ideally in a regulatory, audit or quality assurance environment Experience of carrying out a review(s) and/or an investigation, with associated preparation for and presentation of evidence Experience in communicating with and presenting to external stakeholders and relevant agencies Principal Conditions of Service Probation: A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay: Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€39,474) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Engineer III (PPC) €39,474 €41,996 €42,670 €46,036 €49,413 €52,824 €56,392 €58,645 €60,908 €63,191 €65,460 €67,736 €70,011 €72,279 €74,567 €77,094¹ €79,618² After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation: Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example, where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g., those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave: Annual leave is 25 days per annum rising to 29 after 5 years’ service and to 30 after 10 years’ service. Hours of attendance: Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements: HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient, and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration, and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determined the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA therefore we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Healthcare Data Analyst
Location: Dublin, Cork or Galway Tenure: Permanent x 2 immediate vacancies Additionally, HIQA may create a panel for future permanent and fixed term vacancies that may arise Blended Working: 1 - 2 days a week in the office and the remainder of the working week spent working from home. Further information can be found below in the Principal Conditions of Service under Blended Working Arrangements. Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA), in its role to monitor the quality and safety of health and personal social services for the benefit, health and welfare of the public, uses information about a service’s performance from a variety of sources to inform the risk profiling of health and social care services. Data surveillance is the continuous gathering, analysis and interpretation of data on a service’s performance against key performance indicators based on best available evidence. Collecting, analysing and interpreting the data provides information on how the service is performing against the different dimensions of the National Standards for Safer Better Health. Working as part of a team, this post will assist in the review and analysis of relevant data on a healthcare service’s performance. The post-holder will play a key role in supporting operational, analytical and reporting objectives, ensuring tasks are achieved in a timely and professional manner working with broad groups of stakeholders, and contributing to the implementation of methodologies that will help achieve the programme’s objectives. It is proposed that the process of data surveillance will migrate into a new digitalised system in the medium term. The post holder will work within the HIQA Healthcare Directorate providing data surveillance support and assistance to multiple teams, each responsible for monitoring a caseload of healthcare services. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of every day work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks – Team Member Seek clarity on the tasks associated with own role Complete tasks in compliance with policies and procedures Adhere to relevant legislation, standards and internal audits Fulfil any mandatory or professional competency requirements Maintain confidentiality and a professional approach Raise any concerns in relation to workplace health and safety Actively identify learning needs and development opportunities Actively contribute as a team member Follow direction and take on new and different tasks Set and achieve performance goals that contribute to HIQA strategy Regularly seek feedback to meet performance expectations and goals Role Specific Tasks The key tasks and activities associated with the role: The nature of the tasks and activities associated with the role will vary accordingly. It will involve: Support the design, development, and automation of dashboards and reporting tools for the Healthcare Directorate, ensuring integration of agreed healthcare indicators and KPIs to enable effective surveillance, performance monitoring, and regulatory decision-making. Populate/refresh the dashboards/reports with relevant data from the monthly and quarterly performance reports. Create, administer and manage the data surveillance library in SharePoint, which will include the management of metadata. Working in collaboration with the healthcare team, create and develop a repository where additional performance data and information will be stored and available to all inspectors and Regional Managers. Work with internal and external partners to automate established systems. Present at quarterly oversight meetings held by the healthcare management team. Provide support for the annual evaluation of the data surveillance process. Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Head of Healthcare Surveillance and Risk Assessment. The tasks will be reviewed annually or more often as required in line with business objectives. The contents of any role description are not exhaustive and are intended to be indicative of the scope of the role. Qualifications Essential: In determining your eligibility the following are the essential qualifications that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. Degree qualification (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in a relevant area deemed relevant by the Authority such as Data Science/Analytics, Computer Science, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Health Services Research, or equivalent. Experience Essential: In determining your eligibility the following are the essential knowledge and experience that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. Minimum of 12 months practical experience in data analysis, including data cleaning/validation, conducting statistical analyses, and producing dashboards to support data-driven decision-making Other knowledge and experience deemed necessary for the role: Knowledge of the health and social care environment in Ireland. Knowledge and understanding of the importance and use of health information for service delivery, quality improvement, monitoring and planning. Experience in extracting, transforming, and preparing data from various sources for analysis and reporting. Experience using data analysis tools and/or programming languages (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Stata, Python, R or equivalent) for tasks such as data extraction, data cleaning, data manipulation, trend analysis, statistical modelling, and/or machine learning. Experience with data visualisation tools such as Tableau or Power BI. Experience in organising and facilitating a broad spectrum of engagement with stakeholders. Experience of drafting reports that present complex data analysis in an easily understood and accessible format. Proven track record in reviewing, editing, proofing documents for a variety of audiences. Experience in analysing and evaluating information for applicability and relevance. Desirable: At least three years’ experience working in a supervisory or management position in a social care and/or social work service, regulatory, or other setting deemed relevant by the Authority for the post of Inspector of Children’s Services as advertised. Relevant experience of quality assessment, regulatory compliance, monitoring and inspection, ideally in a regulatory, audit or quality assurance environment Experience of carrying out a review(s) and/or an investigation, with associated preparation for and presentation of evidence Experience in communicating with and presenting to external stakeholders and relevant agencies Principal Conditions of Service Probation: A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay: Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€39,474) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Engineer III (PPC) €39,474 €41,996 €42,670 €46,036 €49,413 €52,824 €56,392 €58,645 €60,908 €63,191 €65,460 €67,736 €70,011 €72,279 €74,567 €77,094¹ €79,618² After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation: Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example, where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g., those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave: Annual leave is 25 days per annum rising to 29 after 5 years’ service and to 30 after 10 years’ service. Hours of attendance: Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements: HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient, and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration, and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determined the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA therefore we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Healthcare Data Analyst
Location: Dublin, Cork or Galway Tenure: Permanent x 2 immediate vacancies Additionally, HIQA may create a panel for future permanent and fixed term vacancies that may arise Blended Working: 1 - 2 days a week in the office and the remainder of the working week spent working from home. Further information can be found below in the Principal Conditions of Service under Blended Working Arrangements. Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA), in its role to monitor the quality and safety of health and personal social services for the benefit, health and welfare of the public, uses information about a service’s performance from a variety of sources to inform the risk profiling of health and social care services. Data surveillance is the continuous gathering, analysis and interpretation of data on a service’s performance against key performance indicators based on best available evidence. Collecting, analysing and interpreting the data provides information on how the service is performing against the different dimensions of the National Standards for Safer Better Health. Working as part of a team, this post will assist in the review and analysis of relevant data on a healthcare service’s performance. The post-holder will play a key role in supporting operational, analytical and reporting objectives, ensuring tasks are achieved in a timely and professional manner working with broad groups of stakeholders, and contributing to the implementation of methodologies that will help achieve the programme’s objectives. It is proposed that the process of data surveillance will migrate into a new digitalised system in the medium term. The post holder will work within the HIQA Healthcare Directorate providing data surveillance support and assistance to multiple teams, each responsible for monitoring a caseload of healthcare services. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of every day work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks – Team Member Seek clarity on the tasks associated with own role Complete tasks in compliance with policies and procedures Adhere to relevant legislation, standards and internal audits Fulfil any mandatory or professional competency requirements Maintain confidentiality and a professional approach Raise any concerns in relation to workplace health and safety Actively identify learning needs and development opportunities Actively contribute as a team member Follow direction and take on new and different tasks Set and achieve performance goals that contribute to HIQA strategy Regularly seek feedback to meet performance expectations and goals Role Specific Tasks The key tasks and activities associated with the role: The nature of the tasks and activities associated with the role will vary accordingly. It will involve: Support the design, development, and automation of dashboards and reporting tools for the Healthcare Directorate, ensuring integration of agreed healthcare indicators and KPIs to enable effective surveillance, performance monitoring, and regulatory decision-making. Populate/refresh the dashboards/reports with relevant data from the monthly and quarterly performance reports. Create, administer and manage the data surveillance library in SharePoint, which will include the management of metadata. Working in collaboration with the healthcare team, create and develop a repository where additional performance data and information will be stored and available to all inspectors and Regional Managers. Work with internal and external partners to automate established systems. Present at quarterly oversight meetings held by the healthcare management team. Provide support for the annual evaluation of the data surveillance process. Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Head of Healthcare Surveillance and Risk Assessment. The tasks will be reviewed annually or more often as required in line with business objectives. The contents of any role description are not exhaustive and are intended to be indicative of the scope of the role. Qualifications Essential: In determining your eligibility the following are the essential qualifications that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. Degree qualification (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in a relevant area deemed relevant by the Authority such as Data Science/Analytics, Computer Science, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Health Services Research, or equivalent. Experience Essential: In determining your eligibility the following are the essential knowledge and experience that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. Minimum of 12 months practical experience in data analysis, including data cleaning/validation, conducting statistical analyses, and producing dashboards to support data-driven decision-making Other knowledge and experience deemed necessary for the role: Knowledge of the health and social care environment in Ireland. Knowledge and understanding of the importance and use of health information for service delivery, quality improvement, monitoring and planning. Experience in extracting, transforming, and preparing data from various sources for analysis and reporting. Experience using data analysis tools and/or programming languages (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Stata, Python, R or equivalent) for tasks such as data extraction, data cleaning, data manipulation, trend analysis, statistical modelling, and/or machine learning. Experience with data visualisation tools such as Tableau or Power BI. Experience in organising and facilitating a broad spectrum of engagement with stakeholders. Experience of drafting reports that present complex data analysis in an easily understood and accessible format. Proven track record in reviewing, editing, proofing documents for a variety of audiences. Experience in analysing and evaluating information for applicability and relevance. Desirable: At least three years’ experience working in a supervisory or management position in a social care and/or social work service, regulatory, or other setting deemed relevant by the Authority for the post of Inspector of Children’s Services as advertised. Relevant experience of quality assessment, regulatory compliance, monitoring and inspection, ideally in a regulatory, audit or quality assurance environment Experience of carrying out a review(s) and/or an investigation, with associated preparation for and presentation of evidence Experience in communicating with and presenting to external stakeholders and relevant agencies Principal Conditions of Service Probation: A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay: Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€39,474) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Engineer III (PPC) €39,474 €41,996 €42,670 €46,036 €49,413 €52,824 €56,392 €58,645 €60,908 €63,191 €65,460 €67,736 €70,011 €72,279 €74,567 €77,094¹ €79,618² After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation: Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example, where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g., those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave: Annual leave is 25 days per annum rising to 29 after 5 years’ service and to 30 after 10 years’ service. Hours of attendance: Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements: HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient, and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration, and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determined the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA therefore we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Inspector – Children’s Services
Location: Dublin, Cork and Galway Tenure: Permanent HIQA intends to create a national panel for anticipated vacancies that may arise in the following locations: Cork office, Dublin office or Galway office Successful candidates will be selected in accordance with their panel ranking and geographic location as determined by the operational needs of the organisation. Blended Working: 0 - 1 days a week in the office and the remainder of the working week spent working from home. Further information can be found below in the Principal Conditions of Service under Blended Working Arrangements. Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The successful candidate will join the Children’s team within the Regulation Directorate. The children’s team regulates, monitors and inspects the following services: Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€74,701) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Engineer II (PPC) €74,701 €76,408 €78,110 €79,821 €81,527 €81,981 €83,662 €85,408 €88,250¹ €91,100 After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example, where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g. those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave Annual leave is 27 days per annum rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient, and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration, and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determined the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA therefore we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Inspector – Children’s Services
Location: Dublin, Cork and Galway Tenure: Permanent HIQA intends to create a national panel for anticipated vacancies that may arise in the following locations: Cork office, Dublin office or Galway office Successful candidates will be selected in accordance with their panel ranking and geographic location as determined by the operational needs of the organisation. Blended Working: 0 - 1 days a week in the office and the remainder of the working week spent working from home. Further information can be found below in the Principal Conditions of Service under Blended Working Arrangements. Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The successful candidate will join the Children’s team within the Regulation Directorate. The children’s team regulates, monitors and inspects the following services: Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€74,701) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Engineer II (PPC) €74,701 €76,408 €78,110 €79,821 €81,527 €81,981 €83,662 €85,408 €88,250¹ €91,100 After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example, where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g. those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave Annual leave is 27 days per annum rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient, and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration, and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determined the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA therefore we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Inspector – Children’s Services
Location: Dublin, Cork and Galway Tenure: Permanent HIQA intends to create a national panel for anticipated vacancies that may arise in the following locations: Cork office, Dublin office or Galway office Successful candidates will be selected in accordance with their panel ranking and geographic location as determined by the operational needs of the organisation. Blended Working: 0 - 1 days a week in the office and the remainder of the working week spent working from home. Further information can be found below in the Principal Conditions of Service under Blended Working Arrangements. Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The successful candidate will join the Children’s team within the Regulation Directorate. The children’s team regulates, monitors and inspects the following services: Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€74,701) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Engineer II (PPC) €74,701 €76,408 €78,110 €79,821 €81,527 €81,981 €83,662 €85,408 €88,250¹ €91,100 After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example, where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g. those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave Annual leave is 27 days per annum rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient, and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration, and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determined the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA therefore we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Staff Officer (Grade V)
JOB DESCRIPTION The Staff Officer is a supervisory position within the Council and is assigned responsibility for the administration and management of a work area, section or team. The Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, employee management, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The Staff Officer works as part of a team, assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals and standards set out in Departmental and Team Plans. The post holder has a supervisory role in the day to day operations of a work area or as a team leader and is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. SLIGO COUNTY COUNCIL EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS ➢ 30 no. annual leave days per annum (pro-rata) ➢ Availability of flexi-time (accruing one day in a four week period) ➢ Availability of Blended Working (up to two days per week subject to departmental requirements) ➢ A range of Family Friendly Policies ➢ Availability of Cycle to Work Scheme ➢ Paid maternity & paternity leave ➢ Pension Scheme ➢ Access to services provided under Sligo County Council’s Employee Assistance Programme QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST CHARACTER Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 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. EDUCATION, 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 (Level 7 in National Framework of Qualifications). Confined Competition (iv) be a serving employee in a local authority or regional assembly and have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. CAR & DRIVING LICENCE It may be necessary for the person employed to travel in the course of their official duties. On the latest date for receipt of application forms, applicants shall hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall drive a car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Council. DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, experience and skills: • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government. • Knowledge of current local government issues. • Understanding of the role of a Staff Officer. • Possess relevant administrative experience. • Have experience of supervising staff. • Have experience of working as part of a team. • Experience of preparing reports and correspondence. • Possess strong resource management skills. • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST The competencies listed below are the Local Authority competencies for the post. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these competencies when completing the application form as short-listing or interview processes may be based on the information provided by candidates in Section D of the application form: Implementing Change • Understand and implement change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change. Delivering Results • Translate the business or team plan into clear priorities and sections for their area of responsibility. • Plan work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively. • Implement high quality service and customer care standards. • Make decisions in a timely and well informed manner. Performance Management • Lead and develop the team to achieve corporate objectives. • Effectively manage performance. Communicating Effectively • Have effective written and verbal skills. • Develop and maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. Personal Effectiveness • Take initiative and be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Manage time and workload effectively. • Maintain a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE THE POST The post is Staff Officer (Grade V). This is a pensionable whole-time position on the basis of a 35 hour 5 day week. The panels formed from this competition will be used to fill positions at this grade (the filling of permanent positions is subject to the agreed sequencing set out in the ‘Guidance for the Procedures for the Recruitment to Clerical Administrative Grades IV to Grade VII in the Local Authority Sector’). DUTIES The duties of the employment are to give to: (a) Sligo County Council under the control of the Chief Executive or his nominee and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of a management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary 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, and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the employment will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level, if qualified to do so. The key duties and responsibilities of the post of Staff Officer include, but are not limited to: • To be responsible for the supervision of a work area or section within the Council, including supervision of a team. • To support the line manager to ensure section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s operational plan, including supervising the work of the team. • To develop and maintain productive working relationships. • To provide information and assistance relating to their area of work as required. • To compile, prepare and present reports, presentations and correspondence as necessary. • To represent their section or department on committees or at meetings and give progress reports as required. • To provide support and assistance in the delivery of projects as required. • To be involved in the day to day management of resources within their section or team. • To identify opportunities for improvements in service delivery within their section or team. • To support and implement change management initiatives within their section or team. • To supervise employees in supporting roles, including assigning tasks and duties, scheduling and prioritising work and monitoring and reporting on progress. • To provide support to team members and employees, handling day to day issues, ensuring compliance with all council policies and procedures. • To participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. • To be in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and will be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Current Salary Scale (effective 1st August 2025) €51,722 – €53,266 – €54,844 – €56,454 – €58,076 – LSI 1 €59,967 – LSI 2 – €61,865 Salary for the post shall be in accordance with existing practice as set out in relevant circulars. New entrants shall be paid at the minimum of the scale. SUPERANNUATION a) Persons who become pensionable employees 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 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). b) Persons who become pensionable employees 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. c) All persons under (a) and (b) above who become pensionable employees 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. d) Persons who are pensionable under the Single Public Sector Pension Scheme, contributions in respect of Superannuation shall be deducted at a rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3½% 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 dependent or qualified children). PROBATION There shall be period after such employment takes effect during which the person appointed will hold the post on probation. Such period shall be six months commencing on the first day of service but the Chief Executive may at their discretion extend such period. Such person shall cease to hold the post at the end of the period of probation or extended period of probation, unless, during such period or extended period, the service of such person is certified as satisfactory. RETIREMENT AGE For appointees who are deemed to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, there is no compulsory retirement age. For appointees entering the Single Public Service Scheme, compulsory retirement age will be 70. For appointees covered under the provisions of the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Bill 2018, compulsory retirement age will be 70. RESIDENCE The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. METHOD OF SELECTION (a) Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of Sligo County Council. Interviews will be conducted in person. The Council will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview. A panel will be formed of those who are most successful in the competition. The top performing candidates at final selection interview, whose names are placed on the panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the position and that they are otherwise suitable for employment, may within the life of the panel, be employed as appropriate vacancies arise. The life of the panel shall be one year from the date it is formed, unless extended by the Chief Executive. (b) Short-Listing: While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Sligo County Council may decide that a smaller number will be called to the next stage of the selection process. In this respect, the Council provides for the employment of a short-listing process to select a group who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates who, based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. The short-listing criteria may include both the essential and desirable criteria specified for the position. It is, therefore, in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience on your application form. Candidates may be short-listed for final competitive interview on the basis of: (a) The information provided on the application form, including both the essential and desirable criteria, relevant experience and competency questions, or (b) A preliminary interview or (c) Appropriate test i.e. aptitude test, etc. or (d) Any mix of the above. One or more of the following criteria may apply when short-listing applications either through the application form or preliminary interview: ➢ Education ➢ Relevant Work Experience – Range & Depth ➢ Competencies displayed ➢ Attention to detail GARDA VETTING & REFERENCES The successful candidate may be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau (Children & Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate in advance of appointment. The appointment of any successful candidate will be subject to receipt of references which are satisfactory to the employer. MEDICAL EXAMINATION For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for the successful candidate before they are appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. PERIOD OF ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER The local authority shall require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and, if they fail to take up the appointments within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them. NORMAL WORKING HOURS Normal working hours are 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Monday to Friday with a minimum of 30 minutes to be taken as lunch break. The successful candidate may from time to time be required to work outside normal office hours, including at weekends as necessary. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual Leave shall be 30 days per annum annual leave and public holidays shall be given in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. SICK LEAVE As per Sligo County Council’s current Sick Leave Scheme and Attendance Management Policy & Procedure, as amended by the Public Service Management (Sick Leave) Regulations, 2014, and any subsequent Regulations made from time to time. TRAVEL & SUBSISTENCE ARRANGEMENTS Travel and subsistence expenses at the approved rates shall be paid for authorised travel. TRAINING Successful candidates will be required to undertake any course of training which is determined relevant by Sligo County Council. DATA PROTECTION Sligo County Council is compliant with Data Protection Legislation including the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR. To access Sligo County Council’s Data Protection Policy and Privacy Statements, please see the following link: Data Protection (GDPR)(sligococo.ie)
School Warden
The Position Limerick City and County Council is seeking to fill positions at the grade of Adult School Wardens. Successful applicants may be appointed to permanent, temporary or casual vacancies at Appointed Crossing Places in the Metropolitan area. Limerick City and County Council are also seeking to establish a relief panel for use when cover may be required at short-notice. Please note that successful candidates can be assigned/reassigned to any Appointed Crossing Place within the Metropolitan area, 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: Terms and Conditions The Post Subject to the availability of suitably qualified candidates, candidates may be appointed by Limerick City and County Council to fill permanent, temporary and casual positions that may arise for its duration. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for Adult School Wardens is two working weeks during the School Summer Holiday period and one week over the Christmas Holiday period. Rate of Pay The applicable incremental salary scale is €16.88 – €18.93 per hour inclusive. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Remuneration will be for 10 hours per week, or as worked if appointed on a casual basis. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point of the scale (currently €16.88 per hour). Location Limerick 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. Hours of Work Hours of work can vary depending on assignment. An example of one current work pattern would be from 8.30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 2.20 p.m. to 3.05 p.m. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Superannuation The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies. 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. Safety and Welfare The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Limerick 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. 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. 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. 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 Limerick 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’. 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. 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, Limerick 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. 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 Limerick 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, Limerick City and County Council will not be able to progress your application form for the competition for which you are applying. 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. 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.
