Cork City Council is inviting applications, on the official application form, from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary and permanent vacancies for the post of Clerical Officer may be filled.

The Clerical Officer is the entry-level administrative grade in Local Authorities. They are key frontline people who work as part of a team to deliver a range of services to the public and internally within the Council. The duties of a Clerical Officer are varied and can involve assignment to different parts of the organisation or different areas of work. As a Clerical Officer you will be providing comprehensive general administrative and clerical support within the organisation to meet work goals and objectives and to deliver quality services to internal and external customers.
The ideal person will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and will be able to work in a flexible manner and work effectively within a team. Clerical Officers are expected to carry out their duties in a way that enhances public trust and confidence.

Candidates must on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:

• have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme,

• have passed an examination of at least equivalent standard,

• have satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills.

Further information is available in the Job Specification and Candidate Information Booklet available on our website.