Clerical Officer 2020
- Thank you to all the candidates who completed the online questionnaire for the Clerical Officer Campaign, over the weekend 27 – 30 March. Your efforts are appreciated, given the current situation.
- We still expect interviews to take place in May. Full details will issue in advance.
- The email address for the CO 2020 is This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Senior Executive Recruitment Update
Interviews: We are currently reviewing a range of senior executive campaigns and the optimum way to run the interviews (For example, video link) in the current circumstances. As and when arrangements are confirmed for each campaign, we will make direct contact with the candidates involved. If you have any queries regarding Senior Executive Recruitment campaigns, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Postponed Campaigns
In consultation with our clients, a small number of campaigns have been postponed and we are currently identifying new timelines and the optimum ways to deliver the process.
If your campaign has been postponed the relevant recruitment unit will be in touch with you directly via your Message Board to notify you of any change in the recruitment process.
Closing Soon
Head of Finance: Cavan County Council has an opportunity for a Head of Finance. This role is a senior position and the Head of Finance will report to the CEO.
The closing date for applications is 3pm Thursday, 13 August. To find out more and to apply for this role, take a look at
Head of Finance.
Senior Executive Officer: Do you have significant management experience? Reporting to a Director of Service, the Senior Executive Officer is charged with the efficient management, direction and development of the directorates/department and function to which they are assigned. The closing date for applications is 3pm Thursday, 13 August.
To find out more, visit
Senior Executive Officer.
Just Opened
Chief Fire Officer: Mayo County Council are seeking a Chief Fire Officer. The Chief Fire Officer will manage and administer an efficient and effective Fire Service, have responsibility for the management and administration of the Councils’ Fire and Emergency Service, including the Major Emergency Plan, and will have responsibility for strategic planning and the implementation of any associated required change throughout the County Council’s Fire and Emergency Services
The closing date for applications is 3pm Thursday, 27 August To find out more, visit
Chief Fire Officer.
Legal Researcher: Legal Researcher: Do you have an interest in research and policy? If so, the Civil Service is looking for candidates with practical experience in conducting in-depth legal research, strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail along with an ability to prioritise and manage tasks while working to tight deadlines.
The deadline for applications is 3pm Thursday, 27 August. To apply, visit
Legal Researcher role.
Information Booklets
Please don’t hesitate to tell us what kind of information you would find useful on a campaign you are involved in, by emailing us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
For your convenience, please find copies of Information Booklets for some of our recent campaigns.
Temporary Clerical Officer
Clerical Officer
Executive Officer (Dublin Only)
Executive Officer 2019 Nationwide (Excluding Dublin)
Administrative Officer 2019
Administrative Officer 2018
First Secretary
Third Secretary
Assistant Principal (Standard) Senior Management Opportunities
Head of Finance Shared Services (Principal Officer Level)
Parliamentary Researcher (Law) in the Houses of the Oireachtas
Shared Services Finance Operations Manager
Senior Parliamentary Researcher (Environmental Science) in the House of the Oireachtas Service
Assistant Parliamentary Counsel (Grade II)
Head of Marketing
Valuer Grade 3
Legal Knowledge Manager
Special Education Needs Organiser
Civil Engineer Technician
Forensic Scientist Grade III
Data Analyst in the Office of the Inspector of Prisons
If you are looking for an information booklet and your campaign is not listed above, please contact us by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we will send the relevant booklet to you.
Preparing for the next stage of your campaign
If you are currently participating in one of our campaigns and are expecting to be called to the next stage, please ensure you look at the advice and guidance we provide to help you prepare for the next stage in Our Recruitment Process section.
If you have any queries in relation to the use of the site here at publicjobs.ie, for example, your password, uploading application forms etc., please see the FAQ section in the Information Hub.
