imagusaran wrote: » I had my interview for Clerical Officer yesterday, does anyone have a rough idea of when I'll hear back? I forgot to ask them yesterday
2016claire wrote: » Hope interview went well. Do you mind me asking what county you were interviewed for and what Panel? Thanks
newbie18892 wrote: » I got contacted for clearance today. I'm early Batch 20 in Dublin. In regards to references, I'm in a bit of a sticky situation. PAS ask for references from the last twelve months. I was unemployed for most of that until a few weeks ago when I started in a new job. I have no issue with PAS contacting my new job for a reference but I'm unsure who to list as a reference as things have been a bit all over the place. I'm WFH and haven't been set on a permanent team yet as we've been training. I won't have been placed on my permanent team until next week or the week after so I don't have a team leader to get a reference from. Can I list someone from HR for a reference for PAS? This is my first public sector placement and I don't want to mess it up at this late stage.
Blubelle18 wrote: » You can use a character reference too. If you have done any voluntary work over the past few years you can use the supervisor of the team/ community group/ project you were involved with. Can also use a tutor/teacher or professor if you have done any courses over the last while.
Tashajulia1993 wrote: » Was told at the start of Jan I was being considered for a job with AGS, got my phone call today to assign me to my station I start march 22nd I am so so happy, its 1 year ago this month that I first applied for the CO competition and finally I've got a starting date! So delighted.
newbie18892 wrote: » In regards to references, I'm in a bit of a sticky situation..
dragx wrote: » Always remember to check your junk mail lads, just found out my location too. Absolutely delighted and sick with nerves now :pac:
dragx wrote: » Been following this thread without an account for a long time and have seen your posts. Thrilled to hear it, the very best of luck in your new role That's so kind thank you so much!!!
Valentine01 wrote: » Hi guys, I would really appreciate it if any of you could advise me on what to do. I've got an offer and they are asking for 2 references. My last employment was a year ago and it was only for 3 months (it was just a 3-month contract). The place has no HR department and my manager (whom I was reporting to) changed jobs and don't work there anymore. I emailed them but I dont get any reply from them. They are a busy place and there is no one that would remember me in person. What should I do if I cant get a reference from them? Before that place Ive worked in a job for 6 years and I can get many references as I left on very good terms. Would PAS be happy with references from the 6 years employment rather than 3 months, even it was the last one? My other option would be a character reference. I was studying full-time for a year and I can ask my tutors for a reference as I was a good student and got good grades. Has anyone been in a similar situation? I just dont want to miss this opportunity because I can't get a reference from my last employer... Any advice would help...
G2234567 wrote: » Hi are references written or just phone call? My company dont give written references
abbeybella wrote: » Hi, My friend is in a similar position and was advised that a character reference from an institution e.g Voluntary, Education etc is perfectly acceptable. Make sure it's within last 12 months.Good LuckðŸ‘
jamieon wrote: » I got an email response that said I placed 14 on the panel for batch 4 in limerick, is 14 a decent placing? And they said I will be considered for any position up to the next 12 months. Dont particularly fancy waiting 6 months for a job offer
dragx wrote: » Depends totally on where Limerick is on the panel. You can email PAS and ask them how many are in front of you, then it depends on how fast they move.
Valentine01 wrote: » Abbeybella, Thank you so much! I'll contact my college tutor for a reference, it would be the most recent reference. Thanks!
MaccaTacca wrote: » Applied for a job with the HSE's Health Business Service unit. I have an interview in two weeks time. The job title isn't Clerical Officer, but the pay scale is that of a CO. The Grade is VI. Will the interview/selection process be the same as other clerical officer roles or will it differ? First time applying for a public job so unsure as to how it all works.
