The National Screening Service is seeking applications for the position of Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer within Human Resources and Corporate Services in Dublin. This permanent whole-time opportunity offers experienced administrative professionals the chance to contribute to essential healthcare support services within a nationally recognised HSE organisation.
Based at King’s Inns House on Parnell Street, this Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer role will support operational HR and corporate service functions while helping to maintain high-quality administrative standards across the National Screening Service.
Job Overview
The successful candidate will join the Human Resources and Corporate Services team in a busy healthcare administration environment. This role is ideal for candidates with strong organisational skills, administrative experience within the public health sector, and the ability to work collaboratively within a professional team.
The Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer will contribute to efficient service delivery while supporting HR operations, communication processes, record management, and corporate administration functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support across Human Resources and Corporate Services functions
- Maintain accurate employee and operational records in line with HSE procedures
- Assist with HR administration, reporting, and documentation management
- Coordinate communications and support internal service operations
- Prepare correspondence, reports, and meeting documentation
- Support compliance with organisational policies and healthcare regulations
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
- Deliver high standards of customer service and administrative efficiency
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer within the HSE, TUSLA, statutory health agencies, or a Section 38 organisation
- OR five Leaving Certificate subjects including Mathematics and English or Irish with required grades
- OR equivalent recognised qualification from another jurisdiction
- OR relevant QQI Level 6 qualification or higher
- Strong administrative, organisational, and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced healthcare environment
- High standard of suitability and professional conduct
- Candidates must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the role
Salary Benefits and Working Hours
Salary for this Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer role will be aligned with HSE Grade IV pay scales. The position is offered on a permanent whole-time basis and includes access to public sector benefits including annual leave, pension entitlements, and opportunities for professional development.
Working arrangements will support operational requirements within the National Screening Service administrative offices in Dublin.
Location and Employer Information
This position is based at the National Screening Service, King’s Inns House, 200 Parnell Street, Dublin 1, D01 A3Y8. The National Screening Service plays a vital role in supporting public health initiatives and healthcare screening programmes across Ireland.
As part of the HSE framework, the organisation provides a professional and collaborative work environment focused on operational excellence, patient support, and effective healthcare administration.
Application Details
Reference: NSS2025103
Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime
Category: Management/Admin/ICT
This competition is open to employees of the HSE, TUSLA, Section 38 agencies, or statutory health agencies in accordance with WRC Agreement 161867.
Informal enquiries can be directed to Angela Rigney, HR Operations Lead at angela.rigney@screeningservice.ie
