SouthDublinCountyCouncil (Comhairle Chontae tha Cliath Theas) Executive Librarian Aside from the exciting range of opportunities to make a real difference to your community and county, South Dublin County Council is a great place to work and for many people already provides an attractive career and working environment. Working for South Dublin County Council will give you the opportunity to gain experience at the heart of local government and to develop your career in a diverse work environment. We recognise the value of our employees, can offer a diverse range of job and career options, can provide plenty of scope for career progression and can provide structured training and personal development We also offer flexible working arrangements including blended working arrangements, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path and the opportunity to make a difference. Everything you need to know about South Dublin County Council Therole The Executive Librarian is a professional frontline management position in South Dublin County Council and is assigned responsibility for the management of a public library or section within South Dublin Libraries. The Executive Librarian will be responsible for the management and development of library services, staff, resources and buildings and will report to the County Librarian and / or library management team. The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. Salary €56,754 €58,108 €59,758 €62,862 €64,716 LSI 1 €67,020 LSI 2 €69,337 HoursofWork Thesuccessfulcandidatesnormalhoursofworkwillbe35hoursperweek. Hoursworkedwillinclude weekends and late evenings as required by the Library Service. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days. Only applications received electronically through the Councils e-Recruitment system will be accepted and must be received no later than midnight on Thursday, 1st May 2025 Qualifications Character Candidates will 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. EssentialEducation,training,experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: holdadegree(leveleight ontheNationalFrameworkofQualifications)intheareaofLibrary and Information Studies, have satisfactory experience of library work. Desirable Education, training, experience Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and supervise large teams, with a proven track record of motivating, empowering, and supporting staff to achieve high performance, in line with the principles of the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS). Extensive experience as the first point of contact in managing difficult or sensitive situations, ensuring professional resolution and maintaining high standards of service and conduct. Strong leadership skills with a focus on achieving common goals, underpinned by a commitment to upholding robust governance and ethical standards across all areas of responsibility. Established career history evidencing responsibility for managing staff, including the delegation of duties, performance oversight, and support for professional development. Ability to provide high-quality customer service, with a solid understanding of South Dublin County Councils Customer Service Plan and Citizens Charter. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, essential for building strong working relationships both within the team and with external stakeholders. Experience working collaboratively with other Council departments and external agencies, ensuring joined-up service delivery and effective partnerships. In-depth knowledge of the role of the Executive Librarian, including its responsibilities and potential for future development within the evolving public service landscape. Adaptable and responsive to the changing operational environment in South Dublin County Council, with a focus on continuous service improvement. Good administrative experience at a high level, demonstrating organisational, planning, and decision-making capabilities. Solid understanding of the structure and functioning of public service organisations in Ireland, especially within a local authority context. Strong grasp of the role digital technologies play in the development and delivery of modern public library services. Proficient in preparing, managing, and overseeing budgets, with an understanding of financial accountability and resource planning. Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and regulations, and a clear understanding of their application in the workplace. Awareness of the managerial responsibilities in workplace safety management, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of safety. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative, while also contributing effectively to a wider team environment. Key competencies / skills Managementandchange Deliveringresults Personaleffectiveness PerformancethroughPeople Local government knowledge and understanding Candidates are requested to give an example of a situation which highlights the behaviour, skills and attitude that underpin effective performance in these areas and which demonstrates their suitability to meet the challenges of this role. Candidates should ensure the example used clearly demonstrates their ability in this area and that the scale and scope of the example given is appropriate to the post and level of the post. Duties The duties of the Executive Librarianwill be consistent with the provision of a modern public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. The duties will include but are not limited to: EnsuringthattheLibraryDevelopmentProgrammeisimplementedtodeliverontheCouncils strategies and objectives for the overall development of the County outlined in various corporate plans and strategies. Identifyingopportunitiesforimprovementsinservicedeliveryandtousekeyperformance indicators or other performance indicators effectively as appropriate. Assistinginthedevelopmentoflibrarypolicies;developmentprogrammes,plansand strategies. Generalbranchmanagementanddevelopment. Leading and managing a team effectively, while aligning with the organisation's culture and development objectives. Adapttochangesintheorganisationalcultureanddevelopmentobjectivesandadjusttheir leadership style accordingly. Organisingandpromotingeventsincludinguseofsocialmedia. Forgingstronglinks,throughoutreach,betweenthelibraryandthewidercommunity, education and business sectors. Developing,deliveringandpromotinganinnovativeprogrammeofeventsandusereducation including exhibitions, lectures and other activities. Planninganddeliveringliteracysupportservices. Promotinglibraryservicesandgrowingmembership. Managementofinformationsystemsandservices. Providingaccesstoinformation;circulationcontrol,collectiondevelopmentandusereducation. Preparingandmanagingbudgetsincludingcashmanagement. Communicatingandliaisingeffectivelywithemployees,seniormanagers,customersand elected representatives in relation to operational matters for the Library Service. Providingspecialistassistanceandsupportinthedeliveryofprojectsasrequired. SupportingtheSeniorExecutiveLibrarianorothernominatedseniorofficialtocommunicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the Library Service. Management,trainingandsupervisionofemployeesinsupportingrolesuptotheposition/ grade of Librarian including assigning duties and workload, managing annual leave and staffing levels. Providing on-going support to employees under their control, including performance management,handlingday-to-dayproblemsandidentifyingtraininganddevelopment requirements as appropriate. Ensuringfullcompliancewithallorganisationalpoliciesandprocedures. Ensuring good governance in their area of responsibility in respect of child protection, data protection,businesscontinuityandotherrelevantmatters,inaccordancewithCouncilpolicies. SupportingtheSeniorExecutiveLibrarianordesignatedSeniorOfficialinthemanagement and implementation of Health and Safety for the Branch Library or Library HQ. DeputisingfortheSeniorExecutiveLibrarianasrequired. Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility within the Library Service, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. The particular 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 the Council. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. WhyworkinLocalGovernment? Additional Information Booklet Salary / Wages Entrypointtoasalary/wagesscalewillbedeterminedinaccordancewithCirculars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. RateofremunerationmaybeadjustedfromtimetotimeinlinewithGovernmentPolicy. The salary / wage shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the post shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of the post or in respect of any services, which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Act, 2001, is Chief Executive and toanyotherlocalauthorityorbodywithwhichanagreementhasbeenmade bythelocalauthorityorbyanyoftheauthoritiesorbodiesmentionedinsub- paragraph (a) of this paragraph Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate management, technical, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services 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, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Citizenship CriticalSkillsOccupations Candidates must, by the date of submission of application form, have a Critical Skills Employment Permit (stamp 1G). Candidates should ensure that the post they are applying for is included in the Critical Skills Occupations List Non-Critical Skills Occupations Candidatesmust,bythedateofsubmissionofapplicationform,be: 1. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or 2. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or 3.AcitizenofSwitzerlandpursuanttotheagreementbetweentheEUand Switzerlandon the free movement of persons; or 4.Anon-EEAcitizenwhoisaspouseorchildofanEEAorUKorSwisscitizen and has a stamp 4 visa: or 5. 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 6. 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. In the case of relief positionsadvertised by the Council, a person awarded a stamp 2 Visa (student visa) is allowed to work to a maximum of 20 hours work per week. Probation Where a person is appointed to South Dublin County Council, the following provisions will apply - therewillbeaperiodafterappointmenttakeseffect,duringwhichsuchapersonwill hold the position on probation. suchperiodwillbeoneyear,buttheChiefExecutivemay,athisdiscretion,extend such period. suchapersonwillceasetoholdthepositionattheendoftheperiodofprobation unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory. theperiodat(a)abovemaybeterminatedongivingoneweeksnoticeasperthe Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts. (e) there will be assessment(s) during the probationary period. Officers who have already completed a probationary period with another Local Authority will not be obliged to serve probation with South Dublin County Council. Residence Holdersoftheofficewillresideinthedistrictinwhichtheirdutiesaretobeperformedor within a reasonable distance thereof, as determined by South Dublin County Council. Outside Employment Employees may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Superannuation The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply. PersonswhobecomepensionableofficerswhoareliabletopaytheClassArateofPRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows: 1.5%oftheirpensionableremuneration plus 3.5%ofnetpensionableremuneration (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 dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. The provisions of the Spouses and Childrens / Widows & Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply. New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority. 2025 Rates and Thresholds LocalGovernmentSuperannuationSchememembers €0.00 to €34,500 0% €34,500 to €60,000 10% Over €60,000 10.5% Single Public Sector Pension Scheme members €0.00 to €34,500 0% €34,500 to €60,000 3.33% Over €60,000 3.5% Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy. The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness for carrying out the duties to which they have been assigned. IncentivisedSchemeforEarlyRetirement(ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Recruitment Selection will be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the Council. Interview may be face to face or conducted through Microsoft Teams and will be at the discretion of the Council. South Dublin County Council reserves its right to shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate which may include desktop shortlisting and / or preliminary interviews. Shortlisting will be on the basis of information supplied on the application form and the likely number of vacancies to be filled. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications and experience on the application form, and to fully complete the competency questions where applicable. A panel may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. The life of the panel will be for a period of one year from the date of its formation. The Council will not be responsible for any expenses a candidate may incur in attending for interview. For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Council. Appointment will also not proceed without the Council obtaining two satisfactory references from responsible persons know to but not related to the candidate. A responsible person should be a person under whom the candidate has serviced in employment, or in the case of relevant voluntary work a person who has held a supervisory position. At least one of references must be from a current employer. South Dublin County Council will require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a reasonable period as determined by the Council. If they fail to take up appointment within such period or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council will not appoint them. Garda Vetting will be sought prior to appointment in accordance with the National Vetting Bureau Act 2012 - 2016. A candidate who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue, or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment or dismissal. A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the Council will have no further claim to consideration. Applicants should hold themselves in readiness for interview any time after the closing date. Interview results will be available on our website. SouthDublinCountyCouncilisanequalopportunitiesemployer. Canvassingwillautomaticallydisqualify.