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This is a competition for the position of Senior Emergency Control Operator with the West Region Communications Centre (WRCC), Mayo County Council. A panel may be created, and appointments may be made on a temporary or permanent basis. The successful candidate will be assigned to WRCC (West Regional Communications Centre) at Fire Brigade HQ, Mayo County Council. WRCC is primarily responsible for the receipt of Emergency Fire Service calls and the dispatch of Fire Appliances and other resources within the West Region of all counties in Connacht and Donegal. The WRCC may have to take Emergency Fire Service calls for other regions as deemed necessary by Management. The Position of Senior Emergency Control Operator involves the supervision of personnel, the receipt, call handling and dispatch of Emergency calls within the West area and other areas as deemed necessary by Management. 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms have: – (a) Obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher and Ordinary Level, in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or Applied Leaving Cert. Please note that a Grade B in Foundation Level Mathematics and Grade C in Foundation Level Irish may be accepted for the purposes of meeting the minimum educational requirements. Or National Council for Vocational Awards – Level 2 Or have passed an examination of at least equivalent standard as listed above. Or have 2 years satisfactory experience of working in a communications centre/call taking and dispatch environment. (b) Proficiency in word processing skills particularly in the area of speed, accuracy, co-ordination and presentation. * Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Desirables: - The following is desirable but not essential: · Experience or knowledge of a communications centre/ call taking and dispatch environment or equivalent. · Experience of computer and communications systems. A Computer qualification (such as ECDL or equivalent) would be an advantage. · A knowledge of the Irish language. Mayo County Council may carry out an examination of candidates to determine the level of proficiency in any of the areas and this may form part of the shortlisting process. 4. 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. 1. POSITION : A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which any permanent or temporary positions at this grade which arise during the lifetime of the panel may be filled. This employment is whole-time and subject to a duty system which is based on a seven-day week to be covered by a shift system. The Council may change the duty system, and it may change personnel between shifts, from time to time as considered necessary by the Council. Persons employed shall be required to work irregular hours including weekends, Bank and Public Holidays and undertake such overtime as considered necessary from time to time by the Council. 2. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services, which are required by or under any enactment to perform. SALARY SCALE: €37,124.07, €40,353.33, €42,790.61, €44,366.18, €46,076.01, €48,872.21, €50,563.71, €52,298.83 The starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Compensation payments will apply for working weekends and at night. 3. DUTIES: The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and (a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management 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 to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him / 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 post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level if qualified to do so. The following are among the principal duties envisaged: Operational Duties : a) To ensure the prompt and efficient handling of all emergency calls by his/her shift. b) To ensure that all orders/instructions issued to the SECO or ECO’s on his/ her shift by Line Managers or Senior Officers are obeyed promptly and efficiently. c) To take sufficient calls and operate the radio sufficiently to maintain his/her level of expertise. d) To support, advise and pick up the overflow in busy periods. e) To ensure that all appropriate messages are logged and that any requests for assistance by the Incident Commander (IC) are met promptly and efficiently. f) To maintain the Daily Occurrence Book and carry out the Shift Changeover. g) To ensure that following an error or difficulty encountered on his/her shift, a report for the Principal Emergency Control Operator and Executive Emergency Communications Officer is prepared immediately. h) To ensure that Operators on his/her shift are debriefed on all calls taken and that call taking times and accuracy are monitored and reported on. i) To provide a written report on the first of every month to the Line Manager. j) To be progressive and positive in implementing new procedures, systems, and technologies in the WRCC as deemed necessary by Management. Supervisory Duties : a) To maintain discipline on his/her shift and follow the disciplinary procedures relating to Mayo County Council. b) To implement, monitor and report on the following on his/her shift: Time Keeping (clock in/out), Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Uniform, Rest Breaks, Administrative Duties, Performance, Training, etc. c) To monitor the cleaning/upkeep of the Kitchen, Rest Room and Control Room. d) To attend and participate in S.E.C.O. committee meetings. e) To implement and participate in evaluation processes as required. f) To accurately and efficiently record and report any errors or difficulties experienced during operational incidents or otherwise in relation to his/her shift. g) Ensure that the PMDS Team Development Plans (TDP) are completed and reviewed for the team and Personal Development Plans (PDP) are completed and reviewed for each staff member on the team. Quality Management Duties : a) The implementation and development of all aspects of the Quality Management systems employed by WRCC. Training Duties : a) To ensure that all personnel assigned to his/her shift are up to date with Control Room Procedures and that they adhere to these procedures. b) To ensure that his/her Operators are trained in accordance with the defined training programme and that training records are kept accurately and up to date. c) To undertake responsibility for the training of new operators assigned to him/her and delegate training duties to his/her shift and report on same. d) To compile training schedules, manuals, exam papers and the correction of same. e) To maintain their own personal training and maintain a high level of expertise. f) Involvement in the design, development, and implementation of all training courses. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. 4. COMPETENCIES: Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include two practical examples which demonstrates these competencies. Interviews will be competency based and marks will be awarded under these skills sets. DELIVERING RESULTS · Contribute to delivery of high-quality service and customer care standards. · Plan and organise workloads in order to meet deadlines. · Identify problems and contribute to solutions. · Co-operate with decisions and implement solutions. · Contribute to continuous improvement of the service in line with ISO 9001 Quality Management System. PERFORMANCE THROUGH PEOPLE · Engage with staff and work as part of a team. · Resolve conflict situations. · Lead by example and show initiative. · Have excellent interpersonal skills. · Have excellent verbal and written communication skills. PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS · Knowledge and understanding of the Local Authority Fire Service System and the National Emergency 999/112 call receipt system. · Knowledge of the role of Senior Emergency Control Operator. · Personal motivation. · Ability to maintain positive, constructive, and enthusiastic attitude to their role. · Ability to commit to public service values. · To develop and maintain positive, productive, and beneficial working relationships. · Understand and implement change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change and new challenges. Candidates will also be assessed at interview on the basis of how they demonstrate their Relevant Knowledge and Experience. Relevant Knowledge & Experience · Knowledge & understanding of the Role of Senior Emergency Control Operator. · Range & Depth of experience relevant to the Post. · Specialist Knowledge, Expertise in previous & current working environment. · Understanding of local government legislation, local government policy. · A clear understanding of Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. 5. UNIFORM The persons employed may be required to wear a uniform and maintain it in good condition at all times while on duty. The uniform shall be supplied by Mayo County Council. 6. TRAINING : The person employed shall be required to undertake all ongoing training courses specified by Mayo County Council relevant to the operational or administrative needs of the Regional Communications Centre (including training courses outside the State), if necessary. The person employed shall also assist in the training and evaluation of new and existing staff where required. 7. COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT: The person employed may be required to carry items of communication equipment for contact outside of normal working hours. The equipment shall be supplied by the Council. 8. RESIDENCE: Holders of the position shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 9. ANNUAL LEAVE: Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per year. 10. TRAVEL: Mayo County Council reserves the right to provide a vehicle to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a vehicle will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive. 11. SHORTLISTING: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. While candidates 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, Mayo County Council may decide that a number only will be called to interview. A shortlisting process will apply whereby a group of applicants will be selected for interview who, based on an examination of the documents provided by each applicant, 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 are, prima facie, better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. In the event of a shortlisting exercise being employed, The shortlisting process can take the form of:- · Shortlisting of candidates on the basis of information contained in their application form (It is therefore in the interests of each candidate to provide a detailed and accurate account of his/her qualifications/ experience on the application form). · Other written, oral or practical tests appropriate to the position. · Preliminary interviews to reduce the number of candidates to a more manageable number for the final Interview Board or · Preliminary interviews to determine qualified candidates, after which a selected number of the qualified candidates are called back for final interview. 12. APPOINTMENT: Candidates whose names are on a 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 relevant vacancies arise. The life of the panel will be one year from the date of its establishment. The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month 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. REFERENCES/DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE : Each candidate will be required to submit as references the names and addresses of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related. Candidates will be required to submit documentary evidence to the Local Authority in support of their application. 14. SUPERANNUATION: As an employee of Mayo County Council, you will be assessed in terms of which Pension Scheme is applicable to you. You will become a member and contribute to the relevant scheme as outlined below: 1) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. 2) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Local Government (superannuation) (consolidation) scheme, 1998 and who are liable to pay 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 State Pension Contributory payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). 3) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Local Government (superannuation) (consolidation) scheme, 1998 and who are liable to pay 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. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Local Government (superannuation) (consolidation) scheme, 1998 may be required to contribute to the Dependants Pension Scheme. In order, to qualify for a pension, they must have served a minimum of two years (24 months) employment in an approved public body. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Energy Officer
Mayo County Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Local Authorities have an important role in the delivery of climate mitigation and adaption, which is reflected at National level in the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act 2021, where each Local Authority is required to prepare and implement a Local Authority (LA) Climate Action Plan, to ensure a coherent approach to climate action across the administrative and political structures of local authorities in Ireland. As part of the LA Climate Action Plan, each LA is responsible for driving actions in relation to the targets set out for greenhouse gas emissions and energy efficiency, in both the LA’s own remit and assets and infrastructure, and in influencing and facilitating actions within the LA area. Mayo County Council has an established approach to climate action, with the Mayo County Council Climate Action Plan 2024-2029 currently being implemented. The strategic priorities of the plan are to: 1. Future Proof our Council (Actions that fall within the role, remit, and governance of Mayo County Council) 2. Future Proof our Place (Our physical and natural assets) 3. Future Proof Our Communities (Our people) The role of the Energy Officer is to work as part of Climate Action Team and coordinate and manage the Energy Team in Mayo County Council. The objective of this role is to increase the energy efficiency, reduce the energy consumption and reduce the amount of Green House Gases generated by Mayo County Council, while working to deliver the National Targets as set out in the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act, 2021, the National Climate Action Plan 2024 and the Mayo County Council Climate Action Plan. The role will include delivering on the energy commitments in the Local Authority Climate Action Charter, and any other relevant agreements that Mayo County Council may commit to. The Energy Officer will be responsible for a range of projects and initiatives to advance the Council’s objectives for energy efficiency and emission reduction. 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: – a) hold an honours degree (level eight in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering or Science. b) have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience. c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience. d) possess a high standard of administrative experience. * Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. REQUIREMENT- DRIVING LICENCE Full current category B Driving Licence, without any endorsements. 4. DESIRABLES In addition to the primary degree, the applicant may wish to demonstrate training and experience by way of one or more of the following areas: Energy Management · Honours degree in Energy Services or Energy Management. · Experience in energy data management, energy consumption Monitoring and Reporting (M&R) and other reporting methods to SEAI. · Demonstration of knowledge and experience in implementation and maintaining ISO50001 energy management system and accountability for delivering on climate action targets. · Certification as an energy manager Certified Energy Manager (CEM) accreditation. · Certification as a measurement and verification professional applying IPMVP, CMVP accreditation. · Experience in the design, project management, and energy efficiency projects. · Knowledge or experience of Energy Performance Contracting (EPC). · Knowledge or experience of Energy Services Companies (ESCo’s). Energy Auditing · Knowledge and experience of energy auditing practices and reporting. · Knowledge of non-domestic Building Energy Rating (BER) assessment and modelling. · Display Energy Certificates (DECs) and (BERs) for public buildings. Renewable Energy · Experience in the design, funding and project management, of renewable energy projects, electrical or thermal (<=3 MW) · Experience in the design, funding & project management, of renewable energy projects in buildings. · Experience in the design, funding and project management, of renewable energy projects in transport. Local Government – Climate Action · Understanding of public sector obligations in relation to energy efficiency and carbon reduction targets, climate change and how energy use impacts it. · Demonstrate a high level of technical competence and experience in formulating, implementing and managing strategies, plans, projects, studies or processes including stakeholder engagement. · Demonstrate an understanding of the aims and objectives of the Climate Change Action Plan and the All of Government Climate Disruption Plan together with knowledge and understanding of fostering and maintaining productive working relationships with Government Departments and EU agencies and an understanding of climate change policies and legislation. · Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of public sector climate action mitigation projects and requirements under the National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (NEEAP) and the EU Covenant of Mayors. · Demonstrate a record of excellent project management skills resulting in successful outcomes including collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. · Demonstrate the ability to simultaneously manage and co-ordinate multiple projects of differing scale, nature and complexity. · Demonstrate a track record of excellent communication skills including building relationships with other agencies and engagement with community led organisations. · Demonstrate a high level of IT competence, including database compilation, maintenance and analysis and demonstrate proven competence in statistical methods and data analysis and experience of data analysis software. · Experience in participation in EU projects including seeking funding, developing international partners, project application and management. · Competence and experience of financial and budget management & technical report writing skills. 5. 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. 1. POSITION : A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which permanent and temporary appointments may be made. The initial assignments are to Environment or the Climate Action Regional Office dependent on the requirements of the Council at the time of appointment. This is a pensionable whole-time position on the basis of a 35-hour 5-day week. The role requires flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties may involve working outside of normal office hours, as required. 2. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services, which are required by or under any enactment to perform. SALARY SCALE: €57,909 €60,017 €62,124 €64,235 €66,345 €68,454 €70,565 €72,663 €74,784, €76,887 (maximum), €79,311 (after 3 years satisfactory service at maximum) €80,498 (after 6 years satisfactory service at maximum). The starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. 3. DUTIES: The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and (a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management 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 to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him / 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 post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level if qualified to do so. The following are among the principal duties envisaged: 1) Coordinate and manage the Mayo County Council Energy team, to deliver on energy/emission targets and objectives including: 2) Working with ASBN Energy Bureau to deliver on agreed energy reduction actions. 3) Assisting with Pathfinder Projects including the monitoring and verification of energy and carbon savings post project implementation. 4) Manage the Mayo County Council Energy Management Tool. 5) Coordinate the development and implementation of ISO 50001 Energy Management System. 6) Monitor and Report on requirements for the local authority which involves: · Managing / Assisting in the maintenance of M&R database for SEAI (MPRNs, GPRNs, Unmetered Public Lighting, Fleet fuel, other machine fuels etc.) · Supporting local authority departments in collecting and sorting of all data annually to meet monitoring and reporting requirements. · Annual Monitoring & Reporting to SEAI & data verification. 7) Identification of potential energy efficiency projects on an ongoing basis 8) Mentor local authority departments in ensuring all energy/emission statutory obligations. 9) of the local authority are met; M&R, DECs, NDBERs, Building Audits, Organisational Audit, 10) Work as a key part of the Climate Action Team of the local authority to meet implementation and reporting commitments and the delivery of energy, emission reductions and climate actions of the Local Authority Climate Action Plan. 11) Assist in the development and implementation of the Decarbonising Zone. 12) Provide assistance to the Community Climate Action Officer on energy related projects. 13) Undertake any other duties as may be required to support the implementation of the local authority’s agenda on energy efficiency and emission reduction. The Energy Officer will operate under the direction of and report to the Climate Action Coordinator of the Climate Section. They must undertake those duties as assigned to them by their supervisor. The Energy Officer will also report to the Head of Section and the Director of Service of the section to which they are assigned, or any other person designated by the Director of Service. Notwithstanding the requirements of the post, successful applicants may be assigned to any service area / role within the Local Authority at an analogous level by the Chief Executive at any time. 4. COMPETENCIES: Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include two practical examples which demonstrates these competencies. Interviews will be competency based and marks will be awarded under these skills sets. Management & Change · Think and act strategically from a management and engineering perspective. · Implement agreed strategies to meet objectives and the ability to expand and improve the range, quantity or quality of existing services. · Clear understanding, awareness, and experience of practical reality of delivery and promotion of services. · Political awareness, have clear understanding of political reality and context of the organisation and develops and maintains positive, productive, and beneficial working relationships with all stakeholders. · Effectively manage the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change. Delivering Results · Make timely, informed and effective decisions and show good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations. · Pinpoint critical information and address issues logically. Understand the context and impact of decisions made. Act decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions. · Manage the allocation, use and evaluation of resources to ensure they are used effectively to deliver on operational plans. Drive and promote reduction in cost and minimisation of waste. · Promote the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services. Organise the delivery of services to meet or exceed the required standard. Evaluate the outcomes achieved, identify learning and implement improvements required. Performance Through People · Lead, motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans. · Effectively manage team performance including underperformance or conflict. · Have highly effective verbal and written communication skills and present ideas clearly and effectively to individuals and groups. · Ability to work in a multi-discipline team environment. Candidates will also be assessed at interview on the basis of how they demonstrate their Relevant Knowledge and Experience. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development · Knowledge and understanding of the role of Energy Officer. · Range and depth of experience relevant to the post. · Specialist knowledge, expertise in previous & current working environment. · Understanding of local government legislation, local government policy. · A clear understanding of Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. 5. RESIDENCE: Holders of the position shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 6. ANNUAL LEAVE: Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per year. 7. TRAVEL: Mayo County Council reserves the right to provide a vehicle to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a vehicle will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive. 8. SHORTLISTING: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. While candidates 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, Mayo County Council may decide that a number only will be called to interview. A shortlisting process will apply whereby a group of applicants will be selected for interview who, based on an examination of the documents provided by each applicant, 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 are, prima facie, better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. In the event of a shortlisting exercise being employed, The shortlisting process can take the form of:- · Shortlisting of candidates on the basis of information contained in their application form (It is therefore in the interests of each candidate to provide a detailed and accurate account of his/her qualifications/ experience on the application form). · Other written, oral or practical tests appropriate to the position. · Preliminary interviews to reduce the number of candidates to a more manageable number for the final Interview Board or · Preliminary interviews to determine qualified candidates, after which a selected number of the qualified candidates are called back for final interview. 9. APPOINTMENT: Candidates whose names are on a 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 relevant vacancies arise. The life of the panel will be one year from the date of its establishment. The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month 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. 10. REFERENCES/DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE : Each candidate will be required to submit as references the names and addresses of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related. Candidates will be required to submit documentary evidence to the Local Authority in support of their application. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Regional Enterprise Plan - Programme Manager
The Role Limerick City and County Council is seeking a Regional Enterprise Plan (REP) Programme Manager on a fixed term contract (9 months) who will co-ordinate and manage the implementation of the Regional Enterprise Plan in the Mid-West Region and reportto the Director of Services of Economic Development in Limerick City and County Council. The role will involve assisting with the development, establishment and servicing of appropriate structures to support the sub-committees and developing specific actions and targets to facilitate the enterprise and economic development, branding and promotion of the Region. The REP Programme Manager will be expected to engage at senior level with relevant stakeholders including, among others, DETE, Local Authorities, Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland, HEIs, ETBs, tourism agencies, industry leaders, Chambers of Commerce and the broader business community in the implementation of the Regional Enterprise Plan. The REP Programme Manager will work closely with the Regional Skills Forum Manager to ensure an integrated approach to skills development supporting job creation in the region. The REP Programme Manager will be required to make a valuable contribution to the strategic economic growth of the Region through leading the delivery of the actions contained in the REP. The successful candidate will be expected to provide a high level of independence and objectivity. This is an opportunity for an experienced person to fully utilise their professional, technical and management skills in an environment that promotes a high-performance culture. Duties The duties and responsibilities will include the following: a) Co-ordinate and manage the development and implementation of the current Regional Enterprise Plan (and any successor initiative) for the region. b) Benchmark, measure, monitor and report on progress of the Plan both at the level of each individual action and at the strategic level of the overall Strategic Objectives, and co-ordinate bi-annual formal progress updates to Enterprise Ireland. c) Support the Chair of the Mid-West Regional Enterprise Plan in their work with regard to the Regional Enterprise Plan, including regularly briefing them on progress and key developments; organisation of meetings of the Steering Committee; other relevant duties to enable the Chair to discharge their responsibilities. d) Set up and participate on each stakeholder Working Group and assist them to deliver on the actions identified in the Plan in accordance with agreed timeframes. Communicate regularly with these groups and keep them informed of updates on progress or changes in a reasonable timeframe. e) In consultation with Enterprise Ireland’s Regional Team, assist stakeholders in developing applications for relevant funding instruments aligned with the REP. f) Work closely with the Regional Skills Forum Manager to ensure that skills development and jobs creation are fully aligned in the region. g) Engage with relevant stakeholders including the DETE, City and County Council, Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland, Local Enterprise Offices, HEIs, ETBs, tourism agencies, industry leaders, Chambers of Commerce and the broader business community in the implementation of the Regional Enterprise Plan. h) Ensure up to date reporting on the implementation of the Plan, which is required by DETE, is available for Enterprise Ireland meetings and as necessary, the National Oversight Group for the Regional Enterprise Plans. i) Deliver a proactive communications strategy to promote enterprise and economic development in the region. j) Liaise with adjoining regions, and regularly engage with other REP Programme Managers on operational matters relating to the Plans and to seek out opportunities for cross-regional cooperation on mutually beneficial collaborative actions. Qualifications for the Post Education and Experience On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms candidates must: a) Hold a recognised degree, or equivalent professional qualification, in a relevant discipline. b) Hold a post-graduate qualification in a management/business discipline would be desirable. c) Possess a full clean driving licence and have the use of a vehicle. Candidates should be able to demonstrate the following essential skills on their application forms: Terms and Conditions 1. The Post: Subject to the availability of suitably qualified candidates a panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Director General. The panel may be used by Limerick City and County Council to fill temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Annual Leave The successful candidate will have 30 days annual leave. 3. Salary: Salary scale: €78,593 - €94,762 per annum rising to €98,273 in LSI 1 and to €103,868 in LSI 2. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving Local Authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point (€78,593). 4. 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. 5. Hours of Work The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remunertation will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Limerick City and County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. 6. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 7. Superannuation: The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies. 8. Travel: Holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Limerick City and County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. 9. 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. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Principal Emergency Control Operator
Limerick City and County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary and permanent vacancies for Principal Emergency Control Operator may be filled throughout the lifetime of the panel. Limerick City and County Council operates the Munster Regional Communications Centre (MRCC) on behalf of local authorities in Munster . This centreis responsible for the receipt of Emergency Fire Service calls and the despatch of Fire Appliances and other resources within the Munster Region. Additionally, the centre liaises with other regional communication centres and national agencies and may take other communication centre’s emergency calls during busy periods. The MRCC also takes non-emergency calls for the Munster Region. Job DescriptionThe Principal Emergency Control Operator is a frontline management position within Munster Regional Communications Centre. This position is assigned duties in the specific areas of Operational Management, HR Management, Management Information Systems, Finance, Training and ISO. The Principal Emergency Control Operator’s duties include support of the day to day running of Munster Regional Communication Centre, the supervision and management of staff assigned to them, the planning, allocation and prioritisation of work and the reporting of progress of work at staff management meetings. Other duties may include representing Munster Regional Communications Centre on various committees and working groups at local, regional and national level.The Principal Emergency Control Operator will be expected to use their initiative and work to a high standard and will be required to operate and support technical systems within Munster Regional Communications Centre and the Councils existing and future ICT Systems as part of their work. The Principal Emergency Control Operator is a key member of the Munster Regional Control Centre Management Team. Limerick City and County Council will be creating a panel that may be used to fill permanent and temporary vacancies at Principal Emergency Control Operator level during the lifetime of this panel. The Person: The ideal candidate will also possess: · Knowledge and understanding of the emergency call taking environment and the purpose and function of technical systems within this area. · Understanding of the role of Principal Emergency Control Operator. · Relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level. · An ability to manage staff to ensure delivery of service within the emergency call taking environment. · An ability to manage teams effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance and ethical standards are adhered to and maintained. · The ability to motivate, empower and encourage staff under their management to achieve maximum performance by supporting the current Performance Management and Development System (PMDS). · Understanding of the changing and operating environment within Munster Regional Communications Centre and the wider Council and be capable of leading change in order to deliver a quality service to stakeholders. · An ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the delivery of key operational objectives. · Effective financial and resource management skills. · Be self-motivated with ability to work on their own initiative. · Possess strong interpersonal and communications skills. · Be capable of representing Munster Regional Communications Centre in a professional and credible manner. Duties within Specific Areas: Management Information System: The Person The Principal Emergency Control Operator will require: · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. · Management skills in Finance, Quality Control, Information Systems and Staff Development. Education, Experience etc., Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects, (including, Mathematics and English), from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination, or have passed an examination of equivalent standard. (ii) Each Candidate must have at least two years satisfactory experience in an emergency call handling environment. (iii) Each candidate must possess typing skills. (iv) Knowledge of Information and telecommunications Technology would be an advantage. Terms and Conditions 1. The Post: Subject to the availability of suitably qualified candidates a panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Director General. The panel may be used by Limerick City and County Council to fill permanent and temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Annual Leave The successful candidate will have 30 days annual leave. 3. Salary: The salary scale for the position of Principal Emergency Control Operator is €50,206 to €60,051 per year. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee will enter the scale for the position at the first point. Shift allowance is not applicable to this post 4. 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. 5. Hours of Work The Principal Emergency Control Operator will work a 39 hour week, Monday to Friday and will also operate the on call roster. The provisions of Limerick City and County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. 6. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 7. Superannuation: The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies. 8. Travel: Holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles and shall be required to drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Limerick City and County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. 9. 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. 10. 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. 11. 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. 12. 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. 13. 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’. 14. 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 Director General 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. 15. 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 16. 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. 17. 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. 18. 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. 19. Canvassing: Any attempt by a candidate or by any person(s) acting at their instigation, directly or indirectly by means of 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. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
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Welcome Advisor
What is the opportunity? This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and self-motivated individual who would like to build their skills and progress their career within Bank of Ireland. Working as part of a dynamic and supportive team you will have the opportunity to work closely with our personal and business customers. Please note, this role is required for a duration of 12 months. In this role, you will
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What is the opportunity? This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and self-motivated individual who would like to build their skills and progress their career within Bank of Ireland. Working as part of a dynamic and supportive team you will have the opportunity to work closely with our personal and business customers. Please note, this role is required for a duration of 12 months. In this role, you will
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