Executive Officer

Job Title : Executive Officer Pay Scale : Executive Officer Merged Closing Date : 04-Mar-2026 12:00 Contact Email : recruit@tcd.ie Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction. Post ID: 038895 Post Summary **:-** The successful candidate will join a vibrant team responsible for the comprehensive provision of high-quality administrative support for all aspects of the student life cycle.  Working closely with Course Directors, and other teaching staff, the Executive Officer will provide dedicated support for one or more of the School’s postgraduate or undergraduate programmes. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth academic administrative experience in a student-oriented environment using the College SITS, CMIS, Blackboard and other IT systems as well as the opportunity for career development in a busy but friendly work environment. The Executive Officer will be expected to take an active role in the administrative functions in the School and provide assistance, as required, in other areas. Post status: Specific Purpose Contract The specific purpose of this employment is to provide backfill pending the return of the incumbent postholder from a career break. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the postholder is expected to return. If postholder do not return to this position, the vacancy will be filled through open competition. Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: This appointment will be made on the Executive Officer Merged Salary Scale (€33,191 - €51,203 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie) How to apply: To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points: Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge. Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems. Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Please see the Job Description below for this position. Informal enquiries about this post should be made Lynn Daly, Head of the Teaching Unit at  LYDALY@tcd.ie Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at recruit@tcd.ie  and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. Our Values - putting our words into action Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging . We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together . We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining . And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment. Further Information Filesize Job Description.pdf 229.1 Information for Applicants.pdf 465.5 Return to Search Apply for Job