Administrator

About Corlann and Role Context

Corlann is recruiting for a permanent full-time Administrator (Grade IV) position based in the West Region Children’s Services, with the initial office location at Corlann Offices, Renmore, Galway. The Administrator will report to the Transport Manager, Children’s Sector Manager, Children Service Coordinator, or their delegates. Successful candidates may be placed on a panel for potential future permanent or temporary Administrator appointments within Children’s Services over the next 6 months.

Key Responsibilities and Job Requirements

• Providing diligent administrative support within a busy office setting, handling multiple concurrent tasks efficiently.
• Ensuring accurate and detail-oriented organizational skills are applied to daily duties.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and exercising sound judgment and discretion in all aspects of work.
• Demonstrating strong IT proficiency and fluency in English (spoken and written) for communication and documentation purposes.

Qualifications and Experience

• A recognized qualification in secretarial studies, administration, ECDL, or an equivalent credential is preferred.
• At least 3 to 5 years of administrative experience in a fast-paced office environment utilizing computer technology effectively.
• Excellent command of MS Office applications and general IT literacy is essential.

Working Conditions and Remuneration

• The role requires working 70 hours per fortnight across five days, Monday to Friday, rostered accordingly. Flexibility to adjust hours between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. over seven days may be necessary to meet service demands.
• Annual leave entitlement stands at 26 days per year.
• Salary adheres to the Department of Health Grade IV pay scale, starting at €36,470 with nine incremental steps up to a maximum of €52,757 annually. After three years at the maximum, a Long Service Increment (LSI 1) of €54,367 applies, with a second increment (LSI 2) of €56,018 after an additional three years.
• The position is permanent, full-time, pensionable, and subject to a nine-month probationary period during which employment can be terminated if deemed unsuitable. This probation may be extended at the employer's discretion.

Additional Requirements

• A valid clean driving licence and access to a personal vehicle are mandatory, along with providing an insurance indemnity in favor of Corlann.
• Travel expenses incurred in performing official duties will be reimbursed at appropriate rates.
• The base office is located at the Woodlands Campus, Renmore, Galway, with potential future changes to the base due to service reorganizations.

Additional Information

Informal inquiries may be directed to Michael Nolan, Transport Manager West Region, at 086 6325754. Corlann is committed to equal opportunities employment. Applicants should submit completed applications by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, 28th July 2026.