About the Employer The Irish Prison Service plays a vital role in ensuring safe and secure custody while enabling rehabilitation and reintegration, all within a dynamic criminal justice environment. The Irish Prison Service is dedicated to ensuring that those deprived of their liberty are treated with dignity and humanity. Prisoner care and rehabilitation is a core aim of the Service and it strives to achieve a balanced approach in the effective performance of our care and custody functions. The Irish Prison Service operates as an executive office within the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration. It’s Headquarters (HQ) are located in Longford and it comprises of five Directorates including Care and Rehabilitation (C&R), Operations, Human Resources, Finance and Estates, and Corporate Services. The Irish Prison Service is headed by a Director General who is supported by a number of Directors and is a key component of Ireland’s Criminal Justice System employing approximately 3,700 uniformed and civilian staff. Currently, the Irish Prison Service estate is made up of 13 institutions; comprising of 10 traditional closed institutions (Arbour Hill, Castlerea, Cloverhill, Cork, Dochás, Limerick, Midlands, Mountjoy, Portlaoise, Wheatfield) and two Open Centres (Loughan House and Shelton Abbey) and the Training Unit (Mountjoy). Typically, the Irish Prison Service manages approximately 5,000 people in custody at any one time, both male and female, aged 18 and over. About the Role Assistant Psychologists in the Irish Prison Service are a much-valued resource who: Support local and national Irish Prison Service Psychology Services and enhance the contribution of qualified Psychologists. Support the primary care mental health needs of people in custody. Provide an enhanced level of support to young people in custody. Support service-related initiatives. Assistant Psychologists will be clinically supervised by a qualified Psychologist (assigned by the local Senior Psychologist) and line managed by the local Senior Psychologist (or their nominated designate). Supervision is strictly in line with Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) Guidelines. About You Previous experience of clinical interview and use of a variety of psychometric assessment. Knowledge and or/experience of delivering evidence based primary care mental health interventions e.g. guided self-help, psycho-educational individual and group work, and other appropriate evidence based approaches to working with mental health on an individual/group work basis. Good working knowledge of the relevant national and local policies in relation to professional ethics, confidentiality and safeguarding children (e.g., Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children, 2011); safeguarding adults; and the prevention and control of infection. Knowledge of the factors that lead to offending behaviour. Access to transport and/or a current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland and have access to a car. The Closing Date for this competition is Thursday, 4th of June at 3pm. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Kerry County Council seeks a Head of Enterprise in Munster, Ireland, responsible for leading a team to provide high-quality support to micro and small businesses. The successful candidate will develop and implement strategic plans to enhance enterprise and entrepreneurship while ensuring effective services are delivered. Required qualifications include a degree (level 8 or higher) and strong business acumen. Experience in local government and knowledge of national enterprise policies is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About the Employer The Irish Prison Service plays a vital role in ensuring safe and secure custody while enabling rehabilitation and reintegration, all within a dynamic criminal justice environment. The Irish Prison Service is dedicated to ensuring that those deprived of their liberty are treated with dignity and humanity. Prisoner care and rehabilitation is a core aim of the Service and it strives to achieve a balanced approach in the effective performance of our care and custody functions. The Irish Prison Service operates as an executive office within the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration. It’s Headquarters (HQ) are located in Longford and it comprises of five Directorates including Care and Rehabilitation (C&R), Operations, Human Resources, Finance and Estates, and Corporate Services. The Irish Prison Service is headed by a Director General who is supported by a number of Directors and is a key component of Ireland’s Criminal Justice System employing approximately 3,700 uniformed and civilian staff. Currently, the Irish Prison Service estate is made up of 13 institutions; comprising of 10 traditional closed institutions (Arbour Hill, Castlerea, Cloverhill, Cork, Dochás, Limerick, Midlands, Mountjoy, Portlaoise, Wheatfield) and two Open Centres (Loughan House and Shelton Abbey) and the Training Unit (Mountjoy). Typically, the Irish Prison Service manages approximately 5,000 people in custody at any one time, both male and female, aged 18 and over. About the Role Assistant Psychologists in the Irish Prison Service are a much-valued resource who: Support local and national Irish Prison Service Psychology Services and enhance the contribution of qualified Psychologists. Support the primary care mental health needs of people in custody. Provide an enhanced level of support to young people in custody. Support service-related initiatives. Assistant Psychologists will be clinically supervised by a qualified Psychologist (assigned by the local Senior Psychologist) and line managed by the local Senior Psychologist (or their nominated designate). Supervision is strictly in line with Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) Guidelines. About You Previous experience of clinical interview and use of a variety of psychometric assessment. Knowledge and or/experience of delivering evidence based primary care mental health interventions e.g. guided self-help, psycho-educational individual and group work, and other appropriate evidence based approaches to working with mental health on an individual/group work basis. Good working knowledge of the relevant national and local policies in relation to professional ethics, confidentiality and safeguarding children (e.g., Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children, 2011); safeguarding adults; and the prevention and control of infection. Knowledge of the factors that lead to offending behaviour. Access to transport and/or a current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland and have access to a car. The Closing Date for this competition is Thursday, 4th of June at 3pm. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title: Assistant Psychologist Employer: Irish Prison Service County: Roscommon Closing Date: 3pm, Thursday, 4th June 2026 Starting Salary: €34,064 About the Employer: The Irish Prison Service plays a vital role in ensuring safe and secure custody while enabling rehabilitation and reintegration, all within a dynamic criminal justice environment. The Irish Prison Service is dedicated to ensuring that those deprived of their liberty are treated with dignity and humanity. Prisoner care and rehabilitation is a core aim of the Service and it strives to achieve a balanced approach in the effective performance of our care and custody functions. The Irish Prison Service operates as an executive office within the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration. It’s Headquarters (HQ) are located in Longford and it comprises of five Directorates including Care and Rehabilitation (C&R), Operations, Human Resources, Finance and Estates, and Corporate Services. The Irish Prison Service is headed by a Director General who is supported by a number of Directors and is a key component of Ireland’s Criminal Justice System employing approximately 3,700 uniformed and civilian staff. Currently, the Irish Prison Service estate is made up of 13 institutions; comprising of 10 traditional closed institutions (Arbour Hill, Castlerea, Cloverhill, Cork, Dochás, Limerick, Midlands, Mountjoy, Portlaoise, Wheatfield) and two Open Centres (Loughan House and Shelton Abbey) and the Training Unit (Mountjoy). Typically, the Irish Prison Service manages approximately 5,000 people in custody at any one time, both male and female, aged 18 and over. About the Role: Assistant Psychologists in the Irish Prison Service are a much-valued resource who: Support local and national Irish Prison Service Psychology Services and enhance the contribution of qualified Psychologists. Support the primary care mental health needs of people in custody. Provide an enhanced level of support to young people in custody. Support service-related initiatives. Assistant Psychologists will be clinically supervised by a qualified Psychologist (assigned by the local Senior Psychologist) and line managed by the local Senior Psychologist (or their nominated designate). Supervision is strictly in line with Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) Guidelines. About You: Desirable Previous experience of clinical interview and use of a variety of psychometric assessment. Knowledge and or/experience of delivering evidence based primary care mental health interventions e.g. guided self‑help, psycho‑educational individual and group work, and other appropriate evidence based approaches to working with mental health on an individual/group work basis. Good working knowledge of the relevant national and local policies in relation to professional ethics, confidentiality and safeguarding children (e.g., Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children, 2011); safeguarding adults; and the prevention and control of infection. Knowledge of the factors that lead to offending behaviour. Access to transport and/or a current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland and have access to a car. The Closing Date for this competition is Thursday, 4th of June at 3pm. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title: Director of Services Employer: Waterford City & County Council Location: Waterford, Co. Waterford Closing Date: 3pm, Thursday, 4th June 2026 Salary: Starting at €114,190 About the Employer: Waterford City and County Council (Comhairle Cathrach agus Contae Phort Láirge) is the authority responsible for local government in the City & County of Waterford, Ireland. The organisation came into operation on 1st June 2014 after that year's local elections and is a merger of Waterford City Council and Waterford County Council. The mission of Waterford City & County Council is to make Waterford the best possible place for all its people and for those that wish to live, visit, work or invest here. There are 32 Elected Members. The 2026 Revenue Budget of the Council is €207.3 million. At a strategic level, the Council operate through its Corporate Policy Group comprising of the Cathaoirleach of the Council and the Chairs of the local authority’s Strategic Policy Committees. The Chief Executive and the Council’s Management Team play a key role in supporting and advising this policy group. Day to day management of services takes place under the stewardship of the Chief Executive, his Directors of Service and a Head of Finance who collectively comprise the Senior Management Team. This competition presents an opportunity to join Waterford City & County Council in the role of Director of Services. About The Role: The Director of Services is a member of the senior management team of Waterford City & County Council and reports directly to the Chief Executive. They are responsible for supporting the Chief Executive in building and proactively developing a high performance, innovative and responsive organisation. Each Director of Services is typically responsible for a number of functional areas as well as managing and developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The Director of Services supports the Chief Executive in advancing the physical, economic, social and cultural life of a County and in developing and overseeing the organisational structures and resources needed to deliver an extensive range of services to the public, in a cost effective and efficient manner. The Director of Services generally manages large multidisciplinary teams and budgets, both capital and operational. They are required to manage and lead their functional areas in a strategic manner and implement substantial change programmes. The Director of Services plays a key role in supporting the Council members in fulfilling their statutory and representational functions in accordance with the principles of good governance. Including working effectively with the Council Members providing policy support, keeping Councillors informed and developing proposals for agreement by the Members prior to implementation within their area of responsibility. External relationships are important to the effective delivery of services by the Local Authority and the Director of Services plays a vital role in networking and engaging with a broad range of stakeholders including representatives of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and other Government Departments, State Agencies, business owners, community and voluntary groups, the general public etc. A full list of essential requirements is available in the Information Booklet. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Thursday, 4th June 2026. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General in Dublin seeks a Director of Audit to lead audit policies and strategies for public sector bodies. Candidates should possess a professional accountancy qualification and have proven senior-level experience. Responsibilities include managing audits, ensuring high standards, and representing the C&AG in key stakeholder meetings. The role demands strong leadership, analytical skills, and effective communication with public organizations and service providers. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About the Employer Louth County Council is the authority responsible for local government in Louth. The county of Louth is divided into the three municipal districts of Drogheda, Ardee and Dundalk. There are five electoral areas in Louth: Ardee, Drogheda Rural, Drogheda Urban, Dundalk-Carlingford and Dundalk South. There are 29 elected county councillors and an annual operating budget of €203.7 million in 2026. The Council provides a diverse range of services across a large geographic area. Key services areas include housing delivery, planning and development, emergency services, infrastructural upgrades and projects (road improvements, public realm), community services and facilities (community/leisure centres, libraries and parks), encouraging economic development through FDI (foreign direct investment), and supporting existing and new business. About the Role Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Director will be expected to fulfil a key leadership role in the Local Authority with responsibility for the delivery of programmes and functions/services of the Local Authority. The role involves considerable engagement and consensus building with Elected Members, staff as well as other external stakeholders. In addition, the Director provides policy support and advice for members of the Strategic Policy Committees, the Local Community Development Committee and any other relevant Committees. In the current economic climate, senior managers are charged with service delivery and change management in an environment of limited resource availability, both human and financial. Delivery of efficient services and value for money is crucial as is the management and motivation of staff. About You The ideal candidate will: Understand the workings of local government and its role as the second tier of government within the county. Contribute, as a member of the senior management team to the development and delivery of long-term vision for the county that promotes the physical, social, cultural and economic environment in an integrated way. Lead, manage and motivate a team to deliver on the particular functional areas and programmes within their remit, ensuring a strong focus on delivery of results. Initiate, develop and drive appropriate change programmes that can enhance the range and quality of services. Work with the Elected Council, its Strategic Policy Committees, the Local Community Development Committee, in developing policy and strategic plans for their areas of responsibility that are in line with overall national priorities and aim to deliver services in the most efficient manner possible, to meet the specific needs of the local community. Contribute to and implement the corporate plan and deliver national and local programmes in a resource efficient manner. Develop and support their staff to ensure optimum service delivery including full utilisation of the PMDS system. Manage significant change programmes, in line with national and local priorities. Network effectively with internal and external stakeholders including representatives of Government departments, state agencies, business and community representatives and other bodies to deliver priority programmes and projects. Critically analyse and manage the deployment of resources (including human and financial resources), within their areas of responsibility to ensure the delivery of optimal results with the available resources. Promote the role of the Council and ensure a strong customer focus amongst their teams, reflecting the requirements for balanced and fair decision making and equity of treatment. Operate and continually review effective risk management systems for their area of responsibility. Keep abreast of relevant external developments, trends and opportunities which may be beneficial to their functional area, including external funding opportunities. The Closing Date for this competition is Thursday, 4th of June at 3pm. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Financial Accountant Employer: Waterford City and County Council County: Waterford Closing Date: 3pm, Thursday, 4th June 2026 Starting Salary: €81,777 About the Role The Financial Accountant is a senior position within the Finance Department reporting to the Head of Finance. The successful candidate will be responsible for modernising and managing change in the finance function, introducing new initiatives, policies and procedures, and working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver a multiplicity of services to the County. About You It would be desirable if the successful candidate had the following skills and experience: Knowledge of the Agresso FMS or other major financial management systems. Good working knowledge of Irish tax, specifically in the areas of VAT, RCT and PSWT. Candidates must also: Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Be suitable on the grounds of character. Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Employer: Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General County: Dublin Closing Date: 3pm, Thursday, 21st May 2026 About the Employer: The Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG) holds office under Article 33 of the Constitution. His constitutional function is to audit on behalf of the State all accounts of moneys administered by or under the authority of the Oireachtas and, through his Comptroller function, to control all disbursements from the Exchequer. His audit remit extends to the accounts of ca. 290 public bodies and funds, which include central Government departments and offices, non-commercial State bodies, and health and education bodies. The primary purpose of the audit work is to provide assurance on the accuracy of the accounts of these public bodies. The audit also seeks to establish that transactions of public bodies are regular i.e. they are in accordance with the legal authorities governing them and that funds are applied for the purposes intended. Account is also taken of the special considerations which attach to the management of public funds including the requirements of probity, risk management and sound corporate governance. The C&AG may also examine whether State bodies are using their resources economically and efficiently and have mechanisms in place to evaluate the effectiveness of their operations ('value for money' or VFM examinations). The results of such examinations are published in special reports. Following the completion of the annual audits of the appropriation accounts of Government departments and offices, the C&AG prepares a report on his findings for presentation to Dáil Éireann. Special reports on the outcome of VFM examinations are also laid before Dáil Éireann. Reports and opinions of the C&AG form the basis of the deliberations of the Committee of Public Accounts of Dáil Éireann. The C&AG is a permanent witness before the Committee. About the Role: A Director of Audit is responsible for developing appropriate audit policies and strategies identifying key issues impacting on the management of the public sector representing the Office in its top-level dealings with audited bodies setting parameters for the annual business plans, and approving and managing the implementation of these plans approving and implementing appropriate methodologies to ensure that audits/ examinations are being performed to the highest professional standards managing a range of resources including external resources reviewing audit files in line with the system of delegated authority in place and making recommendations based on such reviews reviewing special reports prior to review by the C&AG and making recommendations based on such reviews reviewing reports on operations and taking appropriate action in relation to reports briefing the C&AG for meetings of the Committee of Public Accounts, and as required, representing the C&AG at those meetings. About You: The person appointed will have a professional qualification in accountancy have a proven track record of experience at a senior level with capacity to contribute strategically to the overall leadership and development of the Office have a thorough knowledge, or the ability to quickly attain it, of parliamentary financial procedures and of the principles of Government accounting have a proven track record in team building and leading, developing and motivating a highly skilled and professional staff be innovative, with a practical and organised approach to the management of programmes of audits or VFM examinations have demonstrable capacity to make sound judgements on major issues and to take the necessary consequential action have experience which demonstrates capacity for analysing complex business operations and evaluating the performance of organisations have experience in the preparation of accurate and cogent reports on complex numerical, financial and evaluation matters have the ability to produce high quality outputs within a challenging timeframe have effective communication skills and an ability to represent the organisation credibly and authoritatively in its dealings with audited bodies in public sector organisations, with public representatives and with third party service providers. The Closing Date for this competition is Thursday, 21st of May at 3pm. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Closing Date: 3pm, Thursday, 28th May 2026 About the Employer Kilkenny County Council provides services to a population of over 103,000 citizens in County Kilkenny in areas of housing, roads, transportation, planning, environment, economic and community development, tourism, libraries, fire and emergency response, parks, amenities, heritage, arts and water services. We have over 750 employees and can offer exciting careers across our services in various roles such as engineering, technical, financial, management, administration, library services, fire services and general services. Our headquarters are in Kilkenny City, and we have area offices throughout the county. About the Role The Chief Fire Officer’s primary function is to manage the County Council’s Fire Service. The Chief Fire Officer will manage and administer an efficient and effective Fire Service under the direction of the Director of Services, or another employee as designated by the Chief Executive. The Chief Fire Officer works within defined parameters relevant to a management position at this grade and in accordance with the Local Authority’s vision and objectives. This role requires leadership, innovation, agility, and a commitment to customer service. The Chief Fire Officer is responsible for the efficient management, direction and development of the planning and aligned functions of this Service on behalf of Kilkenny County Council. The Chief Fire Officer is responsible for the management of a multi disciplinary team and the efficient delivery of services in a dynamically changing environment where value for money is crucial. About You The ideal candidate shall have the following Skills and Experience: Extensive experience in leading, developing and implementing resource allocation strategies that support the delivery of policies and legislative requirements in an organisation. Strong relationship management, interpersonal and communication skills with the capacity to work in close consultation with a wide range of stakeholders and committees to secure cooperation and consensus. Effective budget management. A high degree of analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills and their application in a dynamic organisation. Knowledge of Management of Safety, Health and Wellbeing and Fire and Emergency Services, in accordance with Legislative requirements. Ability to contribute to the development of future policies and procedures. The Closing Date for this competition is Thursday, 28th of May at 3pm. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
