HSE Mid West Older Persons Services is seeking a Grade VII – Head of Service Office (Ref: HSEMW31625) to provide senior administrative and operational leadership across the region. This permanent wholetime post, based in Limerick, plays a critical role in coordinating service delivery, governance, and organisational performance.
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This campaign is open only to employees of the HSE, TUSLA, Section 38 agencies, or statutory health agencies in line with WRC Agreement 161867.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the Service Office for Older Persons Services across the HSE Mid West region
• Oversee governance, reporting, and compliance functions to support regional service delivery
• Develop and implement operational plans, ensuring alignment with national policies and standards
• Support senior management with strategic initiatives, performance monitoring, and resource planning
• Manage staff, workload allocation, and performance development processes
• Coordinate cross-departmental communication and service improvement projects
• Ensure high-quality administrative systems, data accuracy, and timely reporting
• Represent the service at internal meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Must be a current employee of the HSE, TUSLA, a Section 38 agency, or statutory health agency
• Eligibility to hold a Grade VII (0582) post
• Significant management or senior administrative experience in a complex healthcare or public-sector environment
• Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills
• Proven experience in staff supervision, service planning, and performance management
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results within defined deadlines
• High proficiency in data interpretation, reporting, and IT systems
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Grade VII (0582) Salary Scale — Effective 1 August 2025:
€60,013 – €61,479 – €63,192 – €64,911 – €66,636 – €68,176 – €69,745 – €71,272 – €72,788 – €75,397 – €78,015 (with LSIs)
• Contract type: Permanent, Wholetime
• Benefits include public-sector pension, incremental salary progression, and access to HSE learning and development supports
Location & Employer Information
This position is based within HSE Mid West services, covering Limerick, Clare, and Tipperary. The hiring organisation is the Health Service Executive, Ireland’s national public health and social care provider, delivering services across acute, community, and older persons care.
Application Details
• Reference: HSEMW31625
• Closing Date: 19 December 2025 at 12:00
• Applicants must review the campaign documents and ensure they meet all eligibility requirements.
