The Administrative Officer is a management position within Dublin City Council and is assigned responsibility for the administration and management of one or more sections within a Department, which handles an area of the Council’s activities, including the management of staff.

The post holder is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the section(s) and is a contributor to the strategic and policy-making decisions of the local authority. They will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of forward thinking strategies and to work closely with the elected Councillors and senior management in delivering services to the highest standard.

The Administrative Officer is expected to carry out their duties with an understanding of the political context of local government and in such a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The postholder may represent the local authority on committees and at meetings and may be asked to report on progress in their respective sections at Area Committee meetings, Strategic Policy Committee meetings, etc.