Executive Technician

Longford County Council -
County Longford

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Full-time
€52,964–€63,367 a year
6 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave

Qualifications

MapInfo
Supervising experience
Budgeting
Human Resources
Communication skills
Negotiation

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Candidate Information Booklet – Executive Technician

Longford County Council is one of Local Authorities in the Republic of Ireland. The
Council has responsibility for the delivery of a wide range of services which are
necessary to the physical, economic, social, and cultural life of County Longford, with a
focus on making Longford an attractive place to live, work and invest.

The following comprise the areas of service delivery in Longford County Council:

• Economic & Dog Development • Fire & Emergency Services

• Local Enterprise • Environment

• Planning • Finance

• Cultural & Recreational Services • Information Services

• Infrastructure • Corporate Services

• Water Services • Human Resources

Housing

This is an opportunity to gain employment in the role of Executive Technician with
Longford County Council.

Longford County Council is committed to a policy of open and fair

recruitment, in line with good practice, recruitment & selection standards,
employment legislation and relevant circulars from the Department of

Housing, Local Government & Heritage.

This Candidate Information Booklet is intended to provide information
both on the role of Executive Technician and the application/selection

process. Candidates should familiarise themselves with the information
provided in this booklet before they complete and submit their

application.

It is the responsibility of the Candidates to ensure that they meet all the
qualifying criteria and are eligible to apply for the post of Executive

Technician.

Where a candidate provides false or misleading information or has
deliberately omitted relevant information on their application form this

may result in their disqualification from the competition.

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Executive Technician
THE ROLE
The Executive Technician is a key support function within the Council and is assigned to a
service delivery area or to support a functional area as required and will work under the
direction and management of the Senior Executive Engineer/Chief Technician or analogous
grade or another employee designated by the Director of Services/Senior Engineer as
appropriate.

The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in
meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external
customers. The role requires a clear knowledge and understanding of local authority
services and its key stakeholders and relationships, local government structures and its
democratic role and mandate, current local government issues, future trends and strategic
direction of the sector. Successful applicants may be assigned to any service area/role
within the Local Authority by the Chief Executive at any time.

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 and , 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 actual duties of the post of Executive Technician will depend on placement of the post,
but in general, they will include but are not limited to:

Providing technical support in your section to meet targets set under the

Government’s Policies and the Councils Corporate Plan.

Advancing small schemes or projects on your own.

Carry out activities as assigned by the relevant Line Manager.

Preparation of reports and submissions including;

(a) The Preparing documentation for the public procurement and tendering of

projects as well as all documentation required under current Health and
Safety legislation

(b) Preparation of all documentation where LCC is entering into particular
agreements or issuing licenses and permits.

(c) Preparation of reports for presentation in Court in liaison with LCC legal
representative and where necessary, giving evidence in Court proceedings.

Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which

he/she has been assigned e.g. CAD, Map Info, Graphics, Microsoft Office.

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Working as part of a team.

Liaising with other departments, members of the public and external agencies in

relation to operational aspects of assigned work.

Managing work files and providing progress reports.

Undertake any course of training organised by the Council which he/she is

designated to attend;

If appointed to the Environment Department, the duties of the post in general will also
include, but are not limited to:

Implement and assist in the enforcement of EU and National environmental

legislation and policies relating to waste management, water quality, wastewater,
drinking water, air quality, noise control, and environmental protection.

Assist in identifying, developing, and implementing work programmes, targets, and

deadlines, ensuring the effective delivery of environmental services and
enforcement activities.

Respond to and investigate environmental complaints, incidents and customer

queries through desktop assessment, site inspections, investigations, and follow-up
actions.

Conduct inspections, audits, and monitoring programmes in accordance with RMCEI

Plans, National Enforcement Priorities and Local Authority work programmes.

Investigate, document, and undertake enforcement action in relation to breaches of

environmental legislation, including Waste Management, Water Pollution, Air
Pollution, Noise, Litter and Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) Regulations.

Issue Warning Letters, Fixed Payment Notices, Statutory Notices and other

enforcement measures, and prepare files for prosecutions, including evidence
gathering, affidavits and court attendance where required.

Carry out environmental monitoring, sampling and technical investigations relating

to rivers, lakes, wastewater discharges, septic tanks, historic landfill sites, air quality,
noise and pollution incidents, ensuring compliance with approved sampling and
analytical protocols.

Assist in the implementation of the Water Framework Directive monitoring

programme, prepare monitoring strategies, and evaluate environmental data for
reporting and regulatory purposes.

Administer and monitor environmental licences, permits and registrations, including

discharge licences, waste facility permits and certificates of registration, and review
environmental returns and compliance data.

Review planning applications, Construction and Demolition Waste Management

Plans and development proposals, providing technical assessments in relation to
environmental, air, water and noise impacts.

Conduct inspections and audits relating to environmental regulations and national

initiatives, including Low Smoke Fuels, Petrol Vapour Recovery, Solvents, Decopaints,
Deposit Return Scheme and Anti-Dumping programmes.

Utilise environmental monitoring and enforcement technologies and prepare

business cases where required.

Liaise and collaborate with statutory agencies and stakeholders including the EPA,

HSE, Uisce Éireann, LAWPRO, Teagasc, An Garda Síochána, WERLA, Government
Departments, other Local Authorities and community groups, and represent the
Council on relevant committees and working groups.

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Assist in environmental awareness campaigns, community initiatives, and public

engagement programmes, and prepare technical reports, consultation material,
progress reports, and recommendations.

Promote and maintain a positive health and safety culture in the workplace, ensure

compliance with all relevant Health and Safety legislation and the Council's Safety
Management System, work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, and
undertake such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

If appointed to the Housing Department, the duties of the post in general will also include,
but are not limited to:

Carry out building inspections/survey and preparing inspection reports.

Development and implementation of buildings and estates preventative

maintenance programme.

The management and supervision of estates and green areas.

Management and supervision of reactive maintenance.

Site survey and preparation of maps and reports for property transfer.

If appointed to the Roads Department, the duties of the post in general will also include,
but are not limited to:

Display a knowledge and understanding of issues related to road design,

construction, land acquisition and environmental obligations.

Read and review maps, technical drawings and design specifications.

Carryout GPS surveying of roads infrastructure.

Produce drawings for roads projects and day-to-day activities.

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will:

Have a good working knowledge of the relevant legislation.

Have a track record of dealing successfully with Statutory Bodies.

Have good knowledge and experience of relevant Health and Safety Legislation and

public Health and Safety policies and procedures. Be very familiar with relevant
software packages.

Good experience in mapping.

Have the ability to interpret and critically analyses data.

Have good negotiation skills.

Strong ICT skills.

Experience of budget preparation and management

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. The duties and responsibilities attached to the post
may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of
responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties
appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and
report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated officer as may be assigned from time to
time by Longford County Council.

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COMPETENCIES
Key competencies for the post of Executive Technician are given in the table below.
Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application
form of their competence under each of these headings. Please take particular note of the
competencies listed as any shortlisting or interview processes will be based on the
information provided by the candidate in their completed application form.

Organises the delivery of services to meet or exceed the required

standard by managing resources effectively.

Develops and implements quality assurance measures to achieve

compliance with performance standards
DELIVERING

R • Critically evaluates outcomes and processes used to achieve them. ESULTS
• Is aware of and understands relevant legislation, regulations and policies

that govern the Local Authority.

Refers to relevant professional documents as required.

Ability to manage staff and resources effectively to achieve targets

Has effective verbal and written communication skills.

P • Has good interpersonal skills and works well with and through others. ERFORMANCE
THROUGH PEOPLE • Presents ideas effectively to individuals and groups and delivers

& presentations suited to the nature and needs of the audience.

COMMUNICATING • Prepares for communication, carrying out the necessary research and
EFFECTIVELY speaking to the relevant people in advance.

Is effective in communicating a complex or technical message, using

language appropriate to the audience.

Demonstrate knowledge of the role of Executive Technician and

responds positively to the challenges of the role

Adopts a positive and constructive approach to work

PERSONAL • Take initiative and is open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities

EFFECTIVENESS • Manage time and workload effectively

Maintain a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their

role

Shows a high level of commitment to the wider organisation.

Has knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local

KNOWLEDGE government.
EXPERIENCE & • Has knowledge of current local government issues.

SKILLS
• Range and Depth of experience relevant to the post.

• Understanding of health and safety.

Has knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems

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Executive Technician
QUALIFICATIONS

. Character

Each candidate must be of good character. . Health

Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable
prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

. 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 visa: or
(e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection

Act or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of
family reunification and has a stamp 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 visa

. Education, training, experience, etc

Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms –

have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or in

an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State,

have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at

Grade II or higher level or an analogous post,

have a wide knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and

also a deeper knowledge of at least one section of the work,

possess adequate training and experience relating to dealings with other

departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, and

have adequate experience in the supervision and control of staff.

Possess technical training and experience of a high standard and adequate

administrative ability.

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Each candidate must include on the application form details of all qualifications obtained
by them. The invitation to attend for Interview is not to be regarded as an admission that
you possess the prescribed qualifications and/or requirements for this post or are you
qualified by law to hold the post. Documentary proof will be required before
appointment where you claim credit for particular qualification, experience, etc.

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PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT . The Post

The post is wholetime (i.e. hours per week) and appointment may be permanent or
temporary. . Location

Longford County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any
premises in use by the Council, now or in the future.

The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means
of transport and at their own expense. Successful applicants may be assigned to any service
area/role within the Local Authority by the Chief Executive at any time. . Commencement

Longford County Council 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 they fail to take up
the appointment within such period, or such other longer period as the Council in its
absolute discretion may determine, Longford County Council shall not appoint them. . Working Hours

The current working hours are hours per week, Monday to Friday. A flexible working
system is in operation. Longford County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work
from time to time.

All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the
Organisation of Working Time Act, , and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, . Longford County Council requires employees to record their hours using a Clocking
system. . Reporting Arrangements

Executive Technicians report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the Section or to any
other employee of Longford County Council as designated for this purpose.

A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve
discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and
conduct. . Probationary Period of Employment

There shall be a period after appointment during which the appointee will hold the position
on probation. The period of probation will be prescribed by the Executive Technician.
Employment may be terminated during the probationary period should service be deemed
by the Executive Technician to be unsatisfactory. Employment may be terminated at the

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end of the probationary period unless the Executive Technician has certified that the
employee had satisfactory service. Tenure of employment following probation will be
subject to satisfactory service. . Remuneration

The current scale for the post of Executive Technician is €, - €, (LSI) gross per
annum (Circular EL /), the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time
in line with Government Circulars. On appointment successful candidates will be placed on
the first point of the point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary
scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to
verification of service history.

Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employees nominated bank
account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment.

Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are
paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national
agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are
not satisfactory. . Superannuation & Retirement

A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in
respect of their Superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate.

The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme as
amended, or the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act or the
Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme & Other Provisions) Act will apply as
appropriate on appointment.
Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with
due consideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they
belong.

For appointees who are deemed not to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public

Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on
reaching years of age.

The minimum retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the

Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act is . There is no
mandatory retirement age.

Effective from st January, , The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-

time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning
to the public service after a break of more than weeks:

Retirement age is set, initially, at years; this will rise in step with statutory

changes in the State Pension Contributory (SPC) age to years in and
years in .

Compulsory retirement age will be .

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. Annual Leave

The current annual leave entitlement for Executive Technician is days per annum, in
accordance with the Council’s Annual Leave Policy. The Executive Technician of Longford
County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office
Closure), any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual
leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all
employees each year. . Driver’s Licence & Insurance

Employees of Longford County Council may be required to use their car on official business.
In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available
adequate means of transport.
It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance cover for
business use and to indemnify Longford County Council with the indemnity specified on
your insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are
covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be
supplied to the Council on an annual basis. . Code of Conduct/Organisation Policies

Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Longford County Council codes
of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational
policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection,
Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. . Training

Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be
decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their
daily working activities. . Health and Safety Regulations

Longford County Council as an Employer is obliged to ensure, so far as it is reasonably
practicable the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety,
Health and Welfare at Work Act , the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due
care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health, and
Welfare of its employees.

All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate
with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything,
which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence
of an intoxicant at the place of work.

Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all
required Safety and Health Training.

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. Outside Employment

The position is whole-time, and the employee may not engage in private practice or be
connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official
duties.

Important Notice
The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the
comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the
employment contract to be agreed with the successful candidate.

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SELECTION PROCESS

. How to Apply

Only fully completed applications forms will be accepted.

Please ensure that:

. your application is made on the official application form only and sent via email in
pdf format to [email protected] – do not attach or include your CV

NOTE: your CV will not be accepted as an application or as part of your application.

. you fully complete all sections of the application form and include all relevant,
detailed and accurate information. Applications must be completed in typed format.

NOTE: any offer of employment is subject to the information given on your
application form being true. False/misleading information or deliberate omissions
may result in termination of employment.

. you include a copy of your educational certificates as part of one pdf application

. you submit your application on or before pm Friday, th August .

Forward your completed application form via email to [email protected] :

Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted

Applications forms must be submitted by email in pdf format

Applications submitted by hand, post or fax will not be accepted

Claims in relation to the late receipt of application forms will not be entertained.

Admission to this competition, or an invitation to take tests or to attend for interview
does not infer that you fulfil all the requirements for appointment.

If you do not receive an “acknowledgement-of-receipt” of your application within seven
working days of application - please contact Longford County Council’s HR department
by phone: () / or by email: [email protected]

Longford County Council may need to contact you during the competition’s selection
process. It is important that the contact details (i.e. your postal address, email address
and phone number) given on your application form are correct and accessible by you.
Changes to your contact details that occur during this recruitment campaign should be
notified by email to [email protected]

Longford County Council will not accept responsibility for communication not accessed
or received by you.

Correspondence in relation to all aspects of this competition will be primarily via email.

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. Selection Process

Stage – Submission of Application Form via email

Candidates interested in applying for the position of Executive Technician should submit
their completed application with supporting documentation form via email in PDF format to
[email protected]

Completed Application Forms must be submitted on or before pm Friday, th August .

Each completed application must include a copy of all educational qualifications declared in
the application form.

Failure to submit a completed application form, with all required supporting
documentation, by the specified deadline will result in the application being deemed invalid
and it will not be permitted to proceed any further in the selection process.

Stage – Initial Screening

All completed application forms received by the stated closing date & time will be screened
to ensure that they meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the position of Executive
Technician in accordance with the declared Qualifications.

Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the required eligibility criteria, their
application will progress to the Step of the selection process.

Candidates who fail to demonstrate that they meet the minimum eligibility criteria required,
their application will be deemed invalid and will not progress any further in the selection
process.

Stage – Shortlisting

Longford County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, it is very important
therefore, that candidates provide accurate, clear and comprehensive information in their
completed application forms.

Shortlisting may take the form of:

. a desktop-shortlisting process, where a board will be assigned to examine the
information provided by the candidate and assess it against criteria required for the
position, and/or

. an online shortlisting interview.

Candidates who are shortlisted may have their application scored and ranked in order of
merit. Based on the score awarded their application may progress to Step of the selection
process.

For candidates who are not shortlisted, their application will not progress any further in the
selection process.

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Stage –Interview

On completion of the Stage of the selection process, successfully shortlisted candidates
may be invited in batches for an interview.

An independent interview board will be established by the Executive Technician of
Longford County Council. The board will comprise a Chairperson and two other members,
who will have expert knowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the board is to
establish the applicant’s suitability for the post and to rank the successful candidates in
order of merit for appointment.

The interview will be the candidate’s opportunity to demonstrate that they possess the
required competencies, knowledge, skills, and experience. The objective of the board is to
assess the candidate’s responses against agreed criteria and to identify the candidates who
best meet the competencies required.

Longford County Council will issue advance notice of the date and time of the interview. It is
the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available for interview on the date
and time notified and to ensure that they are able to successfully connect to the online
interview.

Requests to reschedule notified interview dates or times cannot be accommodated.

Candidates who do not attend/connect for their interview at the time and on the date
advised will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition and their
application will receive no further consideration.

Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview will be the responsibility of the
candidate.

Candidates who are successful in the interview process will be qualified for appointment in
order of merit and placed on a panel.This panel may be used to fill both permanent and
temporary Executive Technician vacancies that may arise during the life of the panel.

It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The
selection process is not concluded until sought references are received and all other
clearance checks, e.g. Garda Vetting, occupational health, verification of education
qualifications, etc, have been carried out to the satisfaction of the Council.

Candidates on the Executive Technician panel who satisfy all the requirements for the post
may be offered employment subject to:

. Their place, in order of merit, on the panel . The requirements of Longford County Council.

Should a candidate decline an offer of employment or having accepted an offer of
employment relinquish it prior to commencing in the post, they will be deemed to have
withdrawn their application from the competition.

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. Feedback

Candidates shall be notified of the outcome of each stage of the selection process as soon as
possible.

If, following the interview, a candidate is placed on a panel they shall be informed of their
position on the panel. Details of marks attained in the interview process will be provided
upon receipt of written request. . Deeming of candidature to be withdrawn

Candidates who do not attend for interview when and where required by the Longford
County Council, or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as required by
Longford County Council within the specified timeframe, regarding any matter relevant to
their candidature, will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the
competition.

. References

Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are
well known but not related.

In advance of any offer of employment, Longford County Council reserves the right to seek
both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational
institutions, or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated.
Longford County Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and
relevance of such references and referees. Information sought from referees shall be
structured around the requirements of the job and the job description, person specification
and/or competency profile provided. . Verification of Education Qualifications

Prior to appointment, the candidate will be required to present the original parchment of
their certificate, diploma and/or degree and any other supporting documentation required
by the Council*, to the Human Resources department in order to verify their qualifications.

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.

. Pre-Employment Medical

Prior to appointment the candidate will be required to complete a Health Declaration and
to undergo a medical examination, at their own expense, by a qualified medical
practitioner nominated by the Council. On taking up employment the expense of this
medical examination will be refunded.

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. Garda Clearance

Garda Vetting will be sought in accordance the National Vetting Bureau (Children and
Vulnerable Persons) Acts to and the applicant will be required to fully cooperate
with this process. . Canvassing

Any attempt by a candidate, or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation,
directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise influence in the
candidate’s favour, any member or employee of the Council or person nominated by the
County Council to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the
candidate for the position being sought. . Confidentiality

Longford County Council, in its recruitment and selection procedures, has appropriate
measures in place to protect the confidentiality of all applicants. All enquiries, applications
and other aspects that form part of the recruitment formalities are treated as confidential
and are not disclosed to anyone, outside of those directly involved in the recruitment
process - subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Acts, -.

Records created, maintained, and stored by Longford County Council as part of the
recruitment and selection process are subject to a range of legislation, including Freedom of
Information and Data Protection. Longford County Council shall comply with the National
Records Retention Policy () and any other relevant records retention policies.

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. Who can I contact if I have a query in relation the Recruitment Campaign for Executive

Technician?

The Candidate Information Booklet provides comprehensive information relating to the selection
process for this recruitment campaign. However, if after reading this information booklet you
require any additional/further information - please forward your query by email to:

[email protected]

. I have submitted my application form. What happens next?

Longford County Council will carry out an eligibility check on all application forms to ensure that they
meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the post as set out by the Department of Housing, Planning
and Local Government. If you do not meet the minimum eligibility requirements for the post, based
on the information given in your application form, your application will be deemed invalid, and you
will not be considered for interview.

Depending on the number of candidates remaining at this stage of the competition it may be
necessary to hold a shortlisting process. The shortlisting process may take the form of either a
desktop exercise (based on the information provided in the application forms) and/or a shortlisting
interview.

. What happens on completion of the shortlisting process?

Longford County Council will contact all applicant’s advising them of the results of the shortlisting
process. Candidates who are shortlisted at this stage may be invited to attend for online interview.
It is the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available for the online interview on the
date and time notified. Reschedule requests cannot be accommodated.

. What happens after undertaking the final interview?

Candidates who are successful in the interview process will be placed on a panel and ranked in
order.
Please note that being placed on a panel is not a guarantee that you will be appointed.

. If I am offered employment, where will I be based?

The management of Longford County Council reserve the right to assign employees to any premises
or business section as required in accordance with the business needs of the organisation.

. How will Longford County Council communicate with me throughout the Recruitment
and Selection Campaign?

Longford County Council may contact you by phone, email or post at various stages throughout the
selection process. Any change to the contact details provided that occur during this recruitment
campaign should be notified by email to [email protected]

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