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Essential Qualifications and Skills Candidates must have: ▪ A Primary Honours Degree (Level 8) as specified in the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or equivalent. ▪ At least three years relevant postgraduate experience at an appropriate level. ▪ Ability to take initiative, give leadership and work with people. ▪ Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. ▪ Ability to provide on the job learning and coaching of other staff. ▪ Good technical knowledge in designate area. ▪ Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation. ▪ Evidence of personal development through further skills development. Desirable Qualifications and Skills ▪ Demonstrated experience in implementing, and understanding of, the provisions of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and all other relevant health and safety legislation. ▪ Demonstrate a working experience of Occupational Health and Safety System Management. ▪ Experience in the continuous management of Safe Working Practices and Risk Assessments for chemical, biological and radiological agents, machinery and equipment. ▪ Experience in chemical, biological, genetically modified organisms and radiological safety and waste management is desirable. ▪ Experience in clinical material safety and waste management is desirable. ▪ Experience in handling animals in a safe manner (both live and deceased) in line with health and safety requirements. ▪ An understanding of biosecurity is desirable. ▪ An understanding of issues concerning safety, health and welfare requirements of a third-level educational establishment. ▪ Experience in the delivery of H&S KPIs. ▪ The ability to work as part of a larger H&S team, particularly in the delivery of university wide H&S projects. ▪ Has worked to support a culture change in relation to Health and Safety. ▪ Demonstrates strong creativity in resolving issues and developing programmes. ▪ Ability to make decisions and achieve deadlines. ▪ Ability to instil co-operation in others. ▪ Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ▪ Energetic, innovative, assertive, meticulous to detail. ▪ Strong Computer and IT Skills and proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint. ▪ Experience in Manual Handling Instructor. ▪ Preferably a member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). ▪ Full EU Driving Licence. Overview of the Role The newly created post of Faculty Safety Technical Officer is to ensure the Faculty of Science & Health is implementing the occupational health and safety management system to ensure the safety, health and welfare of all staff, students and other third-parties affected by ATU operations. The successful candidate will join the university Health & Safety team and will report directly to the University Health & Safety Manager. The role will involve working closely with the University H&S Manager, and the wider H&S team, in the development and continuous improvement of the Occupational Health & Safety Management System. This may include being part of particular H&S project working groups. The position will indirectly report to the ATU Faculty Operations Manager for the Faculty of Science and Health. The Faculty Safety Technical Officer will also work closely with the Faculty of Science & Health management and employees across all ATU campuses. The role will be directly involved in advising and providing technical assistance to the Science & Health Faculty on Health, Safety and Welfare legislation and assist in the preparation of policies, procedures, and risk assessments to ensure legislative compliance and safe systems of work are implemented across the Faculty of Science & Health. Particular focus will be on the development and implementation of safe working practices and risk assessments for all laboratory equipment, biological, chemical, radiological, and clinical materials and animals in conjunction with Science & Health management and technical staff. Regular travel to ATU campuses will be required to assist relevant colleagues in bringing safety challenges as they arise to resolution. Duties The following indicate some of the principal duties and responsibilities that may be assigned: ▪ Organising, preparing and setting up for practical classes, demonstrations, assessments, practical examinations, project and research work in laboratory and other areas. ▪ Installing and testing of software, making software available to appropriate users, ensuring anti-virus software is installed and kept up to date, network management where appropriate. ▪ To be present, as required, at each laboratory or workshop class, including night classes if necessary, for the entire duration of the class, to provide technical assistance as required, to provide demonstrations, etc. ▪ Provide technical assistance to lecturers and students on the safe operation and use of equipment and materials. ▪ Repairing, maintaining, securing and storing of laboratory/computer equipment, and consumable materials. ▪ Designing, modifying, building, testing and installation of equipment/hardware as appropriate, or teaching and research needs. ▪ Establishing and maintaining stock control of equipment and consumable materials. ▪ Consulting with suppliers of equipment and consumable materials, obtaining technical specifications, quotations and ordering new equipment and consumable materials, taking delivery of equipment and materials, checking and installing as appropriate. ▪ Advising on specifying requirements for new and updated laboratories, workstations, workshops, etc. ▪ Preparing and updating technical instruction manuals as required. ▪ Managing and administration of computer/information technology and visual aids facilities. ▪ Assisting Head of School/Department/Function/Faculty with budget control and estimates for annual running and development costs. ▪ Arranging for safe disposal of used materials, e.g. biological, chemical and materials containing toxic, hazardous and volatile materials. ▪ Organising and scheduling work of laboratory staff. ▪ Monitoring, testing and recording of condition of safety equipment to comply with Health and Safety Regulations and other regulations specific to work developing, updating, etc. of hazard analysis documentation. ▪ Carrying out of safety audits in all areas of operation in co-operation with other grades of staff. ▪ Ensure that laboratories, materials and equipment are kept clean, tidy and in good order. ▪ Attend school or other meetings as required from time to time. ▪ To participate in all committees/groups of which the appointee is a member or to which the appointee is assigned. ▪ Providing and contributing to reports as required from time to time. ▪ Participate in ongoing training and professional development. ▪ Undertake such other appropriate duties as may be assigned from time to time by the university authorities. Salary Salary Scale Technical Officer Grade: €44,806 – €74,826 Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 6th Point (€54,429) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy Hours of Work 36.5 hours per week
Faculty Safety Technical Officer
Essential Qualifications and Skills Candidates must have: ▪ A Primary Honours Degree (Level 8) as specified in the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or equivalent. ▪ At least three years relevant postgraduate experience at an appropriate level. ▪ Ability to take initiative, give leadership and work with people. ▪ Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. ▪ Ability to provide on the job learning and coaching of other staff. ▪ Good technical knowledge in designate area. ▪ Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation. ▪ Evidence of personal development through further skills development. Desirable Qualifications and Skills ▪ Demonstrated experience in implementing, and understanding of, the provisions of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and all other relevant health and safety legislation. ▪ Demonstrate a working experience of Occupational Health and Safety System Management. ▪ Experience in the continuous management of Safe Working Practices and Risk Assessments for chemical, biological and radiological agents, machinery and equipment. ▪ Experience in chemical, biological, genetically modified organisms and radiological safety and waste management is desirable. ▪ Experience in clinical material safety and waste management is desirable. ▪ Experience in handling animals in a safe manner (both live and deceased) in line with health and safety requirements. ▪ An understanding of biosecurity is desirable. ▪ An understanding of issues concerning safety, health and welfare requirements of a third-level educational establishment. ▪ Experience in the delivery of H&S KPIs. ▪ The ability to work as part of a larger H&S team, particularly in the delivery of university wide H&S projects. ▪ Has worked to support a culture change in relation to Health and Safety. ▪ Demonstrates strong creativity in resolving issues and developing programmes. ▪ Ability to make decisions and achieve deadlines. ▪ Ability to instil co-operation in others. ▪ Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ▪ Energetic, innovative, assertive, meticulous to detail. ▪ Strong Computer and IT Skills and proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint. ▪ Experience in Manual Handling Instructor. ▪ Preferably a member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). ▪ Full EU Driving Licence. Overview of the Role The newly created post of Faculty Safety Technical Officer is to ensure the Faculty of Science & Health is implementing the occupational health and safety management system to ensure the safety, health and welfare of all staff, students and other third-parties affected by ATU operations. The successful candidate will join the university Health & Safety team and will report directly to the University Health & Safety Manager. The role will involve working closely with the University H&S Manager, and the wider H&S team, in the development and continuous improvement of the Occupational Health & Safety Management System. This may include being part of particular H&S project working groups. The position will indirectly report to the ATU Faculty Operations Manager for the Faculty of Science and Health. The Faculty Safety Technical Officer will also work closely with the Faculty of Science & Health management and employees across all ATU campuses. The role will be directly involved in advising and providing technical assistance to the Science & Health Faculty on Health, Safety and Welfare legislation and assist in the preparation of policies, procedures, and risk assessments to ensure legislative compliance and safe systems of work are implemented across the Faculty of Science & Health. Particular focus will be on the development and implementation of safe working practices and risk assessments for all laboratory equipment, biological, chemical, radiological, and clinical materials and animals in conjunction with Science & Health management and technical staff. Regular travel to ATU campuses will be required to assist relevant colleagues in bringing safety challenges as they arise to resolution. Duties The following indicate some of the principal duties and responsibilities that may be assigned: ▪ Organising, preparing and setting up for practical classes, demonstrations, assessments, practical examinations, project and research work in laboratory and other areas. ▪ Installing and testing of software, making software available to appropriate users, ensuring anti-virus software is installed and kept up to date, network management where appropriate. ▪ To be present, as required, at each laboratory or workshop class, including night classes if necessary, for the entire duration of the class, to provide technical assistance as required, to provide demonstrations, etc. ▪ Provide technical assistance to lecturers and students on the safe operation and use of equipment and materials. ▪ Repairing, maintaining, securing and storing of laboratory/computer equipment, and consumable materials. ▪ Designing, modifying, building, testing and installation of equipment/hardware as appropriate, or teaching and research needs. ▪ Establishing and maintaining stock control of equipment and consumable materials. ▪ Consulting with suppliers of equipment and consumable materials, obtaining technical specifications, quotations and ordering new equipment and consumable materials, taking delivery of equipment and materials, checking and installing as appropriate. ▪ Advising on specifying requirements for new and updated laboratories, workstations, workshops, etc. ▪ Preparing and updating technical instruction manuals as required. ▪ Managing and administration of computer/information technology and visual aids facilities. ▪ Assisting Head of School/Department/Function/Faculty with budget control and estimates for annual running and development costs. ▪ Arranging for safe disposal of used materials, e.g. biological, chemical and materials containing toxic, hazardous and volatile materials. ▪ Organising and scheduling work of laboratory staff. ▪ Monitoring, testing and recording of condition of safety equipment to comply with Health and Safety Regulations and other regulations specific to work developing, updating, etc. of hazard analysis documentation. ▪ Carrying out of safety audits in all areas of operation in co-operation with other grades of staff. ▪ Ensure that laboratories, materials and equipment are kept clean, tidy and in good order. ▪ Attend school or other meetings as required from time to time. ▪ To participate in all committees/groups of which the appointee is a member or to which the appointee is assigned. ▪ Providing and contributing to reports as required from time to time. ▪ Participate in ongoing training and professional development. ▪ Undertake such other appropriate duties as may be assigned from time to time by the university authorities. Salary Salary Scale Technical Officer Grade: €44,806 – €74,826 Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 6th Point (€54,429) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy Hours of Work 36.5 hours per week
Faculty Safety Technical Officer
Essential Qualifications and Skills Candidates must have: ▪ A Primary Honours Degree (Level 8) as specified in the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or equivalent. ▪ At least three years relevant postgraduate experience at an appropriate level. ▪ Ability to take initiative, give leadership and work with people. ▪ Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. ▪ Ability to provide on the job learning and coaching of other staff. ▪ Good technical knowledge in designate area. ▪ Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation. ▪ Evidence of personal development through further skills development. Desirable Qualifications and Skills ▪ Demonstrated experience in implementing, and understanding of, the provisions of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and all other relevant health and safety legislation. ▪ Demonstrate a working experience of Occupational Health and Safety System Management. ▪ Experience in the continuous management of Safe Working Practices and Risk Assessments for chemical, biological and radiological agents, machinery and equipment. ▪ Experience in chemical, biological, genetically modified organisms and radiological safety and waste management is desirable. ▪ Experience in clinical material safety and waste management is desirable. ▪ Experience in handling animals in a safe manner (both live and deceased) in line with health and safety requirements. ▪ An understanding of biosecurity is desirable. ▪ An understanding of issues concerning safety, health and welfare requirements of a third-level educational establishment. ▪ Experience in the delivery of H&S KPIs. ▪ The ability to work as part of a larger H&S team, particularly in the delivery of university wide H&S projects. ▪ Has worked to support a culture change in relation to Health and Safety. ▪ Demonstrates strong creativity in resolving issues and developing programmes. ▪ Ability to make decisions and achieve deadlines. ▪ Ability to instil co-operation in others. ▪ Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ▪ Energetic, innovative, assertive, meticulous to detail. ▪ Strong Computer and IT Skills and proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint. ▪ Experience in Manual Handling Instructor. ▪ Preferably a member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). ▪ Full EU Driving Licence. Overview of the Role The newly created post of Faculty Safety Technical Officer is to ensure the Faculty of Science & Health is implementing the occupational health and safety management system to ensure the safety, health and welfare of all staff, students and other third-parties affected by ATU operations. The successful candidate will join the university Health & Safety team and will report directly to the University Health & Safety Manager. The role will involve working closely with the University H&S Manager, and the wider H&S team, in the development and continuous improvement of the Occupational Health & Safety Management System. This may include being part of particular H&S project working groups. The position will indirectly report to the ATU Faculty Operations Manager for the Faculty of Science and Health. The Faculty Safety Technical Officer will also work closely with the Faculty of Science & Health management and employees across all ATU campuses. The role will be directly involved in advising and providing technical assistance to the Science & Health Faculty on Health, Safety and Welfare legislation and assist in the preparation of policies, procedures, and risk assessments to ensure legislative compliance and safe systems of work are implemented across the Faculty of Science & Health. Particular focus will be on the development and implementation of safe working practices and risk assessments for all laboratory equipment, biological, chemical, radiological, and clinical materials and animals in conjunction with Science & Health management and technical staff. Regular travel to ATU campuses will be required to assist relevant colleagues in bringing safety challenges as they arise to resolution. Duties The following indicate some of the principal duties and responsibilities that may be assigned: ▪ Organising, preparing and setting up for practical classes, demonstrations, assessments, practical examinations, project and research work in laboratory and other areas. ▪ Installing and testing of software, making software available to appropriate users, ensuring anti-virus software is installed and kept up to date, network management where appropriate. ▪ To be present, as required, at each laboratory or workshop class, including night classes if necessary, for the entire duration of the class, to provide technical assistance as required, to provide demonstrations, etc. ▪ Provide technical assistance to lecturers and students on the safe operation and use of equipment and materials. ▪ Repairing, maintaining, securing and storing of laboratory/computer equipment, and consumable materials. ▪ Designing, modifying, building, testing and installation of equipment/hardware as appropriate, or teaching and research needs. ▪ Establishing and maintaining stock control of equipment and consumable materials. ▪ Consulting with suppliers of equipment and consumable materials, obtaining technical specifications, quotations and ordering new equipment and consumable materials, taking delivery of equipment and materials, checking and installing as appropriate. ▪ Advising on specifying requirements for new and updated laboratories, workstations, workshops, etc. ▪ Preparing and updating technical instruction manuals as required. ▪ Managing and administration of computer/information technology and visual aids facilities. ▪ Assisting Head of School/Department/Function/Faculty with budget control and estimates for annual running and development costs. ▪ Arranging for safe disposal of used materials, e.g. biological, chemical and materials containing toxic, hazardous and volatile materials. ▪ Organising and scheduling work of laboratory staff. ▪ Monitoring, testing and recording of condition of safety equipment to comply with Health and Safety Regulations and other regulations specific to work developing, updating, etc. of hazard analysis documentation. ▪ Carrying out of safety audits in all areas of operation in co-operation with other grades of staff. ▪ Ensure that laboratories, materials and equipment are kept clean, tidy and in good order. ▪ Attend school or other meetings as required from time to time. ▪ To participate in all committees/groups of which the appointee is a member or to which the appointee is assigned. ▪ Providing and contributing to reports as required from time to time. ▪ Participate in ongoing training and professional development. ▪ Undertake such other appropriate duties as may be assigned from time to time by the university authorities. Salary Salary Scale Technical Officer Grade: €44,806 – €74,826 Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 6th Point (€54,429) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy Hours of Work 36.5 hours per week
Senior Staff Officer
The Senior Staff Officer is a middle management supervisory position within the local authority and the fourth in a five tier administrative structure which ranges from the entry grade of Clerical Officer, through to Assistant Staff Officer, Staff Officer, Senior Staff Officer and Administrative Officer. A Senior Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of an Administrative Officer, Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade and may from time to time be required deputise for more senior staff. The Senior Staff Officer is a frontline management position in the Council which has assigned responsibility for managing the performance of a department, section within a department or a business unit, of the local authority. He / she is responsible for ensuring that goals set out in Corporate, Departmental and Team plans become operational actions within their department or unit and will generally work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. A Senior Staff Officer also works closely with senior management, elected representatives, external agencies and relevant stakeholders to deliver services to the highest standard. The Senior Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties with an understanding of the political context of local government and in such a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The ideal candidate must therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services willing to take on a challenge and work on their own initiative. A Senior Staff Officer’s operational duties include: · day to day running of their section or unit · supervision and management of staff performance · planning, allocation, prioritisation of work and deployment of resources · reporting on activities within the section · contributing to the business planning process · representing their department or the local authority on committees and working groups ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST The ideal candidate must clearly demonstrate: · a satisfactory understanding of the local authority’s role, functions, priorities · knowledge of the wider public sector in Ireland and how the local government sector interacts within this; · an understanding of the dynamically changing environment within which the local authority operates and an ability to implement change to respond to this; · an appreciation of the representational role of the elected members and be capable of working closely with them to implement policy decisions and deliver quality service; · a career record demonstrating an ability to lead and manage individual and team performance to achieve organisational targets and objectives; · experience of preparing and managing budgets; · excellent interpersonal and communications skills and be capable of representing the Council in a professional manner; · strong judgement and capacity to innovate and work autonomously; · strong governance standards, ethics and public sector values and customer service focus; · have an awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; Recruitment arrangements to this grade will now be on the following basis: A. 50% confined to employees of the sector B. 30% open C. 20% confined to employees of Offaly County Council The Council will form three separate panels of suitably qualified candidates to meet the requirements agreed nationally of the ratio of posts to be confined to the local government sector, open and those confined to Offaly County Council staff. The order of candidates placed on each of the three panels is determined by where they were placed on the overall Order of Merit List. Panel A (Confined to Local Authority Sector) will comprise of successful applicants in order of merit from within the Local Authority Sector only i.e. candidates serving in a local authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable). Panel B (Open) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a local authority, regional assembly and external applicants. Panel C (Confined to Offaly County Council) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit from within the recruiting Local Authority i.e. candidates serving in Offaly County Council For the purposes of the above, the sector Panel A is comprehended to include all Local Authorities and the three Regional Assemblies only. Staff who are not existing employees of local authorities or regional assemblies are not eligible to apply for competitions confined to the sector (Panel A) or to the local authority (Panel C). 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: Management and Change: · Be effective in translating corporate mission and objectives into operational plans and outputs · Develop and maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships · Effectively manage the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change · Demonstrate enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively Delivering Results: · Contribute to the development and delivery of operational and team plans · Plan and prioritise work and resources effectively · Establish high quality service and customer care standards Make timely, informed and effective decisions & recommendations that show good judgement and balance Performance through People: · Lead, motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans · Effectively manage individual and team performance · Communicating Effectively · Verbal, written and communication skills · Portray a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to role Personal Effectiveness and Local Government Knowledge: · Knowledge and understanding of role being applied for & ability to effectively apply relevant experience. · Resilience and Personal Well-Being · Integrity, Ethics & Public Service Values · Personal Motivation, Initiative and Achievement · Demonstrates knowledge of the structure and functions of local government. · Demonstrates knowledge of current local government issues and advocates practical approaches to addressing them. · Demonstrates a clear and realistic view of future trends and strategic direction of local government. · Demonstrates an understanding of the role of a Senior Staff Officer in this context. Key Duties and Responsibilities Details of Key Duties and Responsibilities are outlined under “Particulars of Office” QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: APPLICANTS TO PANEL B (OPEN) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), or (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. and (iv) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined Competition (Panels A and C as appropriate) (v) (a) be a serving employee of a local authority or a regional assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post and (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. * Copies of qualifications must be attached to support this application. Failure to provide qualifications will deem this application invalid. 2. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels 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. 3. Driving Licence The Holder of the Post of shall hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement/disqualification. When required to do so, holders of office 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. 4. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 5. 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. * 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. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. The Post: The post is permanent, whole-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a period of time at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill appropriate positions that may arise for its duration. Positions 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 €57,322- €70,030 LSI 2 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 herein before 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. The post holder may be required to work outside his/her 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: • Responsibility for the management and administration of a section or business unit with the local authority to include the management and supervision of staff; • Ensure work programmes implemented to deliver on corporate objectives and service delivery plans, to include allocation of resources and prioritising of tasks; • Develop and maintain productive working relationships both internally and externally to the organisation to include the provision of information and assistance where required; • Act as key point of contact and liaison in relation to all operational matters for the section or unit for which responsible; • Research, analyse and communicate information on specific issues and policies as appropriate including compiling and presenting reports and findings; • Represent the local authority on committees and inter-agency working groups and provide updates and progress reports as appropriate; • Provide support and administration assistance to deliver projects and work programmes; • Responsibility for financial management of capital and revenue expenditure and ensure prompt collection or recoupment of monies due to the local authority; • Identify opportunities for improvements in service delivery within the relevant section or business unit; • Implement and manage change within relevant area of responsibility; • Support and mentor staff to carry out their duties to include identification of training needs; • Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures and legislation and regulation governing the services for which responsibility has been assigned; • Implement and comply with safe systems of work and Health, Safety and Welfare at work legislation; • To undertake any other duties as may be required from time to time 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. 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 in respect 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.
Afterschool Centre Manager
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 70 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. We are looking for kind, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about working with children to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Term-Time Manager, in Cornamaddy school to join our busy Afterschool & Holiday service as of January 2025. Please note this role will operate Monday-Friday between the hours of 13:00-18:30 . What's in it for you?
Afterschool Team Member
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. We are looking for kind, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about working with children to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Term-Time TM, in Sligo in Carbury NS to join our busy Afterschool & Holiday service. The Role:
Afterschool Centre Manager
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. We are looking for kind, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about working with children to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Term-Time Manager, in Ballygar to join our busy Afterschool & Holiday service. Please note this role would require you to work slightly varied shifts between Monday-Friday 13:00-18:30 . The Role:
Clerical Officer
Job Summary The Receptionist/Clerical Officer will be responsible for managing the front of house reception and for providing administrative support to the Training Services Administration team. The successful candidate will ideally have excellent communication skills, proficiency in Word Processing/IT and a good working knowledge of the Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB). The purpose of this role is to provide high-level administrative support to Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB). The successful candidate will assist in the delivery of quality services, in line with the organisation's remit, working collaboratively with colleagues across WWETB and the wider community, including schools and Further Education and Training Centres. WWETB is committed to continually improving the quality and effectiveness of its services and systems, spanning multiple functions, including Schools, Further Education and Training Centres, Finance, Human Resources, and Corporate Services. The responsibilities of this role will support these efforts, as detailed below. Key Responsibilities The Clerical Officer plays a vital role in providing administrative support and ensuring the smooth operation of the assigned area. Working closely with line managers and colleagues, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of services and the achievement of organisational goals. ▪ Front office/reception duties and act as the first point of contact for Waterford Training Centre – answering main telephone lines, directing enquiries, taking and distributing messages, processing emails and looking after incoming/outgoing post. ▪ Coordinate planned events with relevant internal stakeholders and invited guests when required. ▪ Support Management and staff in maintaining an effective administrative/secretarial system to process all paperwork, input all required information into MIS systems, Learner Payments, Generation of Temporary Staff Contracts on Document Centric Systems (DCS). ▪ Liaise with other units in the support of Apprentices and Learners. ▪ Any other duties appropriate to the post/grade as may be assigned by the Manager. This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Clerical Officer position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. ▪ Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service. ▪ Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. ▪ Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. ▪ Be at least 17 years of age on or before the date of the advertisement of the recruitment competition. Desirable Requirements The following outlines the desirable requirements for candidates applying for the Clerical Officer position and may be used to facilitate shortlisting should there be a high volume of applicants: ▪ Minimum of three years previous experience in a reception or customer-facing role, acting as a first point of contact, managing telephone and email enquiries, and dealing professionally with a range of stakeholders. ▪ Experience providing administrative support in a busy environment, including accurate processing of documentation and use of computerised systems (e.g. email, databases, document management or information systems). Person Specification ▪ Excellent organisational, administration & IT skills. ▪ Ability to work on own initiative within a flexible, co-operative team structure. ▪ MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). ▪ Curious and inquisitive with a willingness to learn. ▪ Ability to work under pressure. ▪ Self-motivating, flexible and results focused. ▪ Ability to prioritise and manage work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. ▪ Proven record as a team player. ▪ Goal oriented in a manner that ensures work is comprehensively complete. Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ▪ A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or ▪ A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ 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 ▪ 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. The starting salary for this role is €31,119 per annum pro-rata.
Social Media Assistant
Job Scope: An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Marketing Team at Intersport Elverys during a period of sustained growth. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Social Media Assistant to support the planning, scheduling, and delivery of our social and digital content across our key brand, partner and athlete activations. This role focuses on supporting the organisation, co-ordination and analysis of social activity and creative output. You will help ensure our social channels operate smoothly, our campaigns are well-planned, and our teams have the information and assets they need to deliver best-in-class work. You will also assist on paid social activity and carry out ongoing research to assist on strategy and future planning. The successful candidate will work closely with the wider marketing team to support cross-channel campaigns and ensure social and content activity aligns with broader marketing objectives, while also assisting with the execution of social content with exciting brands, our athlete partnerships and key sporting events. Key tasks for this role:
Housekeeping Assistant
“A Clean Home Is A Happy Home!”Housekeeping Assistant Positions Available Now! We’re looking for energetic individuals to join our great team and help maintain a clean, happy home for our residents! Why Choose Us?
