Senior Executive Officer - Westmeath County Council

Senior Executive Officer - Westmeath County Council

The closing date for this vacancy is 09/07/2026, 15:00

The Senior Executive Officer reports to the Director of Service and is responsible for the efficient management, direction and development of the department and function to which they are assigned. They work within defined parameters relevant to the position, in accordance with the Council's vision and objectives as set out in the Corporate Plan. Delivery of efficient services and value for money is crucial.

The Senior Executive Officer is responsible for leading on policy implementation, service delivery and change management in a dynamic and goal driven environment. The role offers the opportunity to demonstrate leadership, innovation, agility and a commitment to customer service. The Senior Executive Officer is required to work closely with the Senior Management Team and Elected Members to deliver the full range of services, implement local policy decisions and deliver on strategic corporate objectives.

Main Duties of the Job

Understand, interpret and implement the legislative provisions, policy context and operational environment within which the statutory functions and operating requirements of the Council operate.

Implement the agreed strategies to meet and to expand or improve the range, effectiveness, quantity or quality of existing services and to recommend changes in strategies as required.

Support the work of the Strategic Policy Committees (SPC's) and Corporate Policy Group (CPG).

Develop and maintain relationships with Elected Members, external agencies and other stakeholders in accordance with policy.

Salary and Working Hours

Salary Scale effective from 1st June 2026.

Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours gross per week.

The annual leave allowance for the position of Senior Executive Officer is 30 days.

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