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IKEA IRELAND is looking for an experienced kitchen planner to join our Dublin store in Ballymun WHAT WE OFFER 30 hour contract €25384 and 39 hours contract €33000 annually This role will require availability to work during the day, late evenings, and weekends. • Flexibility on availability to be discussed during interviews • We offer permanent contracts, advanced scheduling & regular weekend off WHO YOU ARE Seeking an individual passionate about kitchens with keen attention to detail and excellent customer service skills. You should confidently engage with customers, promoting all IKEA services to enhance their shopping experience. Open-minded and a problem solver with experience in sales or customer service experience. Knowledge in furniture design/planning and IT systems is preferred. Previous kitchen planning or design experience is desirable. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING ON THE DAY TO DAY • You actively engage with our customers to identify their needs and how to inspire and advise them on the best solutions for their life at home through home furnishings. • You will pro-actively interact with customers to provide excellent 1-1 customer service - Kitchen Planning & Designing (up to 2 hours) with an additional 30-60 minutes to provide accurate plans, worktop, and installation quotations for the customer. • You are always passionate about the range and home furnishings, curious to learn the stories behind the products and their design and actively share this with the customer. • You support maximising sales by being proud of your areas of responsibility, ensuring the customer meets an area that is clean, well presented, and easy to shop. • Support with responding to customer emails, and securing payments both in-store and remotely. • Calling your future appointments to secure the bookings and providing the customer with insight into how to measure their room and set expectations. • Support the kitchen co-worker team with opening and closing routines and general housekeeping. WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE We are a fair & equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all walks of life to join us, where they feel valued for their uniqueness and recognised for their diverse talents. WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs. 15% IKEA discount, Confidential Employee Assistance Program, Benefits & Wellbeing Portal, Life Assurance, interest-free loans, Holiday on Christmas Eve, Free parking, Self-learning, and development opportunities. APPLY NOW! Please submit an up-to-date CV when applying. Successful candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview with our hiring team. Come see the wonderful workday, where we create a better everyday life for the many. For any advice or support, email me at june.priest@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Telesales Executive
About Kerry Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence. With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers. Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities. Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett. Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth. About the role We are seeking a Telesales Executive to join our team in Farranfore, Co. Kerry. it's required to work from the office five days a week. Key responsibilities
Area Office Administrator
About Kerry Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence. With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers. Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities. Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett. Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth. About the role We are seeking an Area Office Administrator to join our team in Ennis, Co. Clare. it's required to work from the office five days a week. Key responsibilities - Provide administrative assistance to Area Manager & Area office staff ensuring seamless day to day operations.- Manage invoicing processes - non stock/services for area office & store network.- Dealing with customer queries over the phone and in person. - Printing, posting of reports and statements.- Photocopying and scanning documents, and entering adjustments to customer accounts- Organising Animal Health Certs distribution and collection and filing.- Ordering PPE for branch staff.- Organizing Health and Safety folders.- Organizing staff for training courses.- Organising staff rota and communicating same to staff.- Setting up farmers on the Milkedin App.- Processing statements for our Evolve program.- Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality. Qualifications and skills - Previous administration experience (minimum 2 years). - Strong organizational skills. - Strong Communication skills. - Strong Interpersonal skills. - Attention to details and Customer service skills. - Experience with technology and software (Outlook, Microsoft, Excel PowerPoint etc.). - Comfortable working in a team environment. - Demonstrate strong and courteous telephone communication skills.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be: HACCP training is desirable but not necessary Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Prepare customer orders across all fresh food areas i.e. make sandwiches and rolls, dish up hot food and slice meats using the store€,,s portion control measures Cook, prepare and display the foods sold throughout the day Ensure that the counter displays across all fresh food departments are to the highest standards at all times throughout the day Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with customers Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and in line with store policy.
Administrative Assistant
Salary: Scale 4; SCP 9-13; £26,409 - £28,163 per annum Main Purpose of Job The postholder will provide a comprehensive range of administrative and clerical support to a nominated service area in accordance with procedures and guidelines. Duties and Responsibilities • Support the service through the provision of efficient and effective administration support to include producing reports and general correspondence, dealing with enquiries, filing, recording information and processing data. • Screen, redirect and deal with correspondence for example, incoming telephone calls, emails, and deal with enquiries in relation to all key areas of work within the department. • Provide administrative support to as directed in relation to specific reports or projects. • Liaise with other departments within the Council to ensure all administrative and financial matters are dealt with efficiently and effectively. • Organise meetings and events e.g., scheduling, issuing invitations, establishing numbers attending, booking suitable accommodation, venue, food etc. • Attend and provide support for meetings and working groups, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, producing timely, accurate written records in the form of notes and minutes as instructed and within agreed timescales. This duty will require attendance in person at alternating venues between Fermanagh & Omagh with evening hours subject to service’s needs. • Ensure that the Council’s procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of raising of purchase orders and associated expenditure in relation to a range of service area functions. Check invoices, claim forms and process accounts for payment. • Provide research and administrative support for service area programmes of work and projects as required. • Make optimum use of Information Technology in the production of all letters, reports, papers, and research and in carrying out the range of duties attached to the service. • Assist in developing and implementing appropriate management information systems for the assigned service areas and ensure that all relevant data is accurately recorded. • Provide administrative and customer support to other areas in the Directorate and assist with reception on a cover basis as required. General • To comply fully with all Health and Safety at Work legislation in accordance with the Council’s Health and Safety at Work policy and all associated procedures and guidance. • To comply with all the Council’s Policies and Procedures including the Employee Code of Conduct and the Employee and Councillor Working Relationship Protocol. • To promote the Council’s equal opportunities policies and avoid all forms of discrimination as an employer and a service provider. • To implement all Financial and Procurement policies and procedures. • To comply with employee responsibility in relation to all records held, created or used as part of the Council’s business. All records, paper or electronic, are public records and accessible by the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004 and the Data Protection Act 1998. • Undertake the duties of the post at all times in a manner that enhances and promotes the positive image of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council. • The above list should not be seen as an exhaustive list of duties and the postholder will be expected to undertake other relevant duties, as required, consistent with the level of the post. The postholder will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. The above list should not be seen as an exhaustive list of duties, and the postholder will be expected to undertake other relevant duties, as required. Essential Criteria Possess a minimum NVQ Level III qualification or equivalent and oneyear relevant experience within an office environment * OR In the absence of a qualification applicants must hold a minimum two years relevant experience within an office environment * *Relevant experience must include evidence of: a) Administrative experience in an office environment. b) Communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders both orally and in written format. c) Working on own initiative and as part of a team. d) Ability to cope under pressure and work to deadlines. Competency in the use of Information Technology for administration purposes e.g., Email, Microsoft Office Packages i.e. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint Access to transport to meet the needs of the post Salary Scale 4; SCP 9-13; £26,409 - £28,163 per annum pro rata The postholder will be paid monthly into their bank/building society account. Employment of People with Convictions The Councils policy on Employment of People with Convictions; and A Code of Practice is available to all applicants to download under “related documents”. The level of check required is a “basic disclosure”. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council complies fully with Access NI’s Code of Practice regarding the correct handling, use, storage retention and disposal of Disclosure Applications and Disclosure information. We also comply fully with our obligations under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant legislation pertaining to the safe handling, storage, retention, and disposal of Disclosure information. Access NI Code of Practice can be obtained from www.accessni.gov.uk. Once the retention period has elapsed, the HR service will ensure that any disclosure information is immediately destroyed by secure means. AccessNI have published a Privacy Notice on the Department of Justice website which can be found at https://www.justice-ni.gov.uk/publications/ani-privacy
Teacher Of Learning Support Class KS
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Teacher Of Learning Support Foundation Stage/key Stage
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Teacher Of Social Communication Class
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Store Manager
About the Role Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all under represented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email Benefits@claires.com. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Senior Library Assistant
JOB DESCRIPTION Offaly County Council Library Service currently headquartered in Tullamore manages and supports a network of eight public libraries strategically located across the county. The Library Service is constantly innovating and diversifying in a dynamic and changing environment, taking advantage of technological advancement to deliver a wide and varied range of front-line services to customers. In 2023, a new national five-year strategy was introduced – ‘The Library is the Place: Information, Recreation, Inspiration’. The strategy continues to build on the technological and service innovations of recent years and focuses on improving access, use and visibility of public libraries as an essential community service. It proposes new actions on lifelong learning, cultural heritage, digital inclusion and makes a clear contribution to sustainable development and climate action, with actions designed to help Ireland achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Modern libraries reflect the different ways people use them and the successful implementation of “My Open Library” services in Banagher, Ferbane, Kilcormac and Tullamore libraries allows self-service access to library members outside normal working hours. This ensures the local library service is much more accessible for commuters, workers and students and is attracting a broader range of customers. Offaly County Council is seeking a dynamic, creative and motivated individual to fill the role of Senior Library Assistant. This person will assist in fulfilling our vision to provide open, accessible and welcoming services for our communities, where people can easily access knowledge, ideas and information. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Library Service assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in the Library Development Plan and Team Plans and which support actions identified in the National Public Library Strategy 2023-2027 ‘The Library is the Place’. The successful candidate will be expected to use initiative and work to a high standard. He/she will work under the direction and management of the library senior management team. The Senior Library Assistant is employed in any branch library or in Library Headquarters reporting to a senior library staff member and will perform a role in almost all areas of library service. As the Library Service is a county-wide service, staff may be required to provide cover at, and may be reassigned to, any service point within County Offaly as required by the County Librarian. See key responsibilities for this post listed in Particulars of Office , under Duties. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated person, with drive and commitment to delivery of quality public services and continual professional development. The ideal candidate must have at least two years satisfactory experience in library work and will demonstrate a clear knowledge and understanding of : · Local authority services, its key stakeholders and relationships · Local government structures and its democratic role and mandate · National and international public library policy and strategy The ideal candidate shall: · have good interpersonal and communication skills · have the ability to provide excellent customer service · understand the changing library environment and be capable of adapting to change · have an ability to work effectively within a team to achieve a common goal, ensuring standards are adhered to and maintained whilst also being capable of working on their own initiative, in an independent environment and without supervision if required · be motivated to achieve maximum performance by supporting the current Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) · demonstrate good administrative experience · have an ability to work with information and communication technologies and online resources in a library environment · have an awareness of Health and Safety legislation and regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Delivering Results & Communicating Effectively: · Plans work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively. · Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory outcome. · Implements high quality service and customer care standards. · Is logical and pragmatic in approach, setting objectives and delivering the best possible results with the resources available through effective prioritisation. · Accurately estimates time parameters for project, making contingencies to overcome obstacles. · Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. Performance Management & Teamwork: · Supervises the team or work area to achieve corporate objectives. · Works as part of a team to ensure delivery of library plans and programming. · Has a strong team ethic of co-operation and mutual support, sharing information and knowledge as appropriate. · Relates well to others and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. · Addresses conflict or dissatisfaction in a constructive manner. Personal Effectiveness: · Takes initiative and is proactive when he/she sees the opportunity to make a contribution. · Manages time and workload effectively. Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. · Is open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. · Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. · Acts with integrity and encourages this in others. Knowledge, Experience & Skills: · Has knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government and in particular the library service. · Has knowledge of current local government and library service issues. · Has a clear understanding of the role, objectives and targets and how they support the service delivered by the library and can communicate this to the team. · Has relevant experience including experience of working as part of a team. · Has experience of preparing reports and correspondence. · Has knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER 1. Each candidate must 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: (i) Have a good general level of education, (ii) Have had at least two years satisfactory experience of library work. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. The Post: The post is whole time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill both permanent and temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale, and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current salary scale applicable to the post is €35,260 – €54,367 (LSI 2) 3. Duties: You shall perform such duties as may from time to time be assigned to you in relation to your employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of your duties. You shall, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. You may be required to work outside your normal job description from time to time. The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: · Support the line manager to ensure all Library work programmes are implemented, to deliver on the Council’s Corporate Plan, Offaly Library Service Development Plan and operational plans. · General branch library work and service development · Supervise staff · Oversee and deliver excellent customer service · Community engagement and outreach (both pysical and online) · Utilise Library Management Systems, digital resources and self-service technologies to deliver effective and efficient library services · Organise, facilitate and promote library events in library service points and across extensive social media platforms · Support and deliver national and local programmes and services for all members of the community in Reading and Literacy; Learning and Information and Community and Culture · Deliver user education in all areas of information provision including ICT, and eResources · Support and promote My Open Library and self-service technologies · Stock selection, maintenance and collection development · Administrative duties to include data collection and analysis, report writing and cash reconciliation · Promote and market library services and programmes through outreach activities, media engagements and presentations to key audiences and stakeholders · Support good governance of library buildings, health and safety, child protection, data protection and business continuity in accordance with Council policies · Any other duties that may be assigned by the senior line manager/ County Librarian. 4. Work Base: Offaly County Council reserves the right to assign you 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 provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. 5. Working Hours: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time and involves working late evenings/weekends and rosters. You may be requested in certain circumstances to work additional hours and time off in lieu will be applicable. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remunertation will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. A flexible working hours system is in operation subject to the terms and conditions of the Time and Attendance Policy. 6. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended) 7. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 8. Probation: Appointees will be on probation for the first year of employment. The terms of the Offaly County Council Probation Policy will apply. 9. Superannuation: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 : New members joining the Public Sector on or after 1st January, 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The Single 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. A rate of PRSI contribution will be required of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 3% 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). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. Pension and retirement lump sum based on career-average pay, pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory (SPC). For persons who commenced public sector employment prior to 1st January 2013: 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 (ie. 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). 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. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens 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. 10. Retirement: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: The compulsory retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. Minimum pension age of 66 years, rising to 67 years and 68 years in line with State Pension age changes, is applicable. Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004: There is no mandatory retirement age for ‘New Entrants’ from 1st April, 2004 to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 65 years is the minimum age at which a person may be paid. As a new entrant to the public service, under the terms of this legislation, new entrants will not be required to retire on grounds of age. Anyone who is not a ‘New Entrant’ to the public service, defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is subject to compulsory retirement age of 65 years. 11. Travel: Holders of the post shall hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Offaly County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. 12. Taking Up Appointment: Offaly County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of four weeks and if he/she fails 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 him/her. 13. Recruitment & Selection Processes: Shortlisting: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. 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, Offaly County Council may decide that a number only will be invited to same. In this respect, Offaly County Council provide for the employment of a short listing process to select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position based on the specific competencies identified in the job description . An expert board will examine the application forms against a pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of 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. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/ experience on the application form. On occasion a short listing interview may take place. Competitive Interview: Selection will be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. The number of persons to be invited shall be determined by the Local Authority having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. In light of COVID-19, interviews may be held via MS Teams rather than a traditional face-to-face interview. Candidates will be notified of the means through which the interview will be conducted prior to their interview date. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred by them in attending the interview. A panel may be formed on the basis of such interview. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may within the life of the panel be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. Right to Review Offaly County Council’s Recruitment & Selection Policy document is available from the Human Resources Department on the HR page of iPortal or on our website at https://www.offaly.ie/careers/ . This document includes details of the review procedure available to applicants for each stage of the recruitment process. 14. Health: For the purpose satisfying the requirements as to health, it may be necessary for the successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. The successful candidate must comply, at his/her own expense with such remedial requirements as the Council considers necessary. 15. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof.
