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Clerical Officer (Grade III) Salary in Ireland

Pay scale €31,934–€49,416 a year

The entry administrative grade — reception, records, scheduling and clerical support across every HSE service.

The Clerical Officer (Grade III) salary follows the national HSE pay scale — a fixed incremental scale from €31,934 (starting point) to €49,416 (top of scale). You move up one increment for each year of satisfactory service, plus any long-service increments and qualification or location allowances that apply to the post.

Estimate your take-home pay

Prefilled at this grade’s scale midpoint — adjust to any point.

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Estimated take-home

€2,842 /month

€34,106 a year · €656 a week

Gross
€40,675
− Income tax (PAYE)
−€4,135
− USC
−€766
− PRSI
−€1,668
Net
€34,106
Effective deduction rate
16.1%

Estimate for a single PAYE employee at 2025 rates — income tax, USC and PRSI only (marriage, rent/medical and other credits not included). Not tax advice; check revenue.ie for your exact figures.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Clerical Officer (Grade III) earn in Ireland?
The HSE Clerical Officer (Grade III) pay scale runs from €31,934 to €49,416 a year. You start near the bottom and move up the scale with each year of service.
What is the take-home pay for a Clerical Officer (Grade III)?
At the scale midpoint (€40,675), a single employee takes home about €34,106 a year (€2,842 a month) after income tax, USC and PRSI. Use the calculator above for the exact figure at any point on the scale.
What qualifications does a Clerical Officer (Grade III) need?
Requirements are set per campaign — check each listing. Relevant experience and, for many posts, a QQI qualification are typical.