The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions requires a dynamic HR professional to fill the permanent position of Head of Recruitment. The individual appointed will be responsible for the development, delivery and success of programmes to support the attraction and retention of talented people to support having the right people in the right place at the right time.
The ideal candidates will have well-developed insights into recruiting and attracting talent; strong interpersonal skills and excellent leadership skills;
The competition will be carried out in line with the codes of practice as published by the Commission for Public Service Appointments which are available at http://www.cpsa.ie/
Information on the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is available on www.dppireland.ie.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is committed to a policy of equal opportunity.
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04 January 2023
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is recruiting Prosecutors. Successful applicants must, on or before 23 January 2023, be enrolled as a solicitor in the State or have been called to the Bar. Candidates must have a detailed knowledge and understanding of the law. Candidates will also be expected to display good communication skills, an ability to work independently and in a team environment, and an ability to organise, prioritise and manage a legal caseload.
Shortlisting may apply. Canvassing will disqualify.
The competition will be carried out in line with the codes of practice as published by the Commission for Public Service Appointments which are available at https://www.cpsa.ie.
Information about the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is available here on this website.
21 November 2022
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is recruiting senior lawyers at Principal Prosecutor Level. Successful applicants must, on or before 21 November 2022, be enrolled as a Solicitor in the State or have been called to the Bar with a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Solicitor or Barrister or have a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
The competition will be carried out in line with the codes of practice as published by the Commission for Public Service Appointments which are available at http://www.cpsa.ie/
Information on the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is available on www.dppireland.ie.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is committed to a policy of equal opportunity.
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01 November 2022
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is recruiting Clerical Officers.
Candidates must be at least 17 years of age, have a good general level of education. Candidates will also be expected to display good communication skills and demonstrate experience of working on their own initiative and as part of a team.
The competition will be carried out in line with the Codes of Practice as published by the Commission for Public Service Appointments.
Applicants should forward a completed Application Form by email to: odpp@lexconsultancy.ie to arrive no later than 3.30pm on Wednesday 16 November 2022.
Information on the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is available here on this website.
14 October 2022
A vacancy exists for the position of State Solicitor in County Donegal. Details of the duties, terms and conditions of the appointment which is a contract for services for a period of ten years are set out in the Competition Information Booklet which is available on request from the email and contact details set out hereunder.
Solicitors who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should apply on the Official Application Form not later than 3pm on Friday 11 November 2022.
Application Forms are available from and returnable to;
The Chief Prosecution Solicitor Solicitors Division Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Infirmary Road Dublin 7 DX 34 Dublin
Candidates may be shortlisted and the making of an application does not entitle an applicant to an interview.
Candidates are instructed not to canvass.
Terms and Conditions apply.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Cuirfear fáilte roimh chomfhreagras i nGaeilge.
30 September 2022
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is recruiting a senior lawyer to fill the permanent position of the Head of Prosecution Policy and Research Unit in our Prosecution Support Service Division. Successful applicants must, on or before 21 October 2022, be enrolled as a Solicitor in the State or have been called to the Bar with a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Solicitor or Barrister or have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior policy role in the wider criminal justice sector or a comparable organisation.
Candidates must have an understanding of criminal law, the criminal justice system in Ireland including the role of the DPP. Candidate will also be expected to display good communication skills; will demonstrate strong analytical and decision making skills and have people management and leadership experience.
The competition will be carried out in line with the codes of practice as published by the Commission for Public Service Appointments which are available at http://www.cpsa.ie/
Information on the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is available on www.dppireland.ie.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is committed to a policy of equal opportunity.
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07 July 2022
A vacancy exists for the position of State Solicitor in County Carlow. Details of the duties, terms and conditions of the appointment which is a contract for services for a period of ten years are set out in the Competition Information Booklet which is available on request from the email and contact details set out hereunder.
Solicitors who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should apply on the Official Application Form not later than 3pm on Friday 5 August 2022.
Application Forms are available from and returnable to;
The Chief Prosecution Solicitor Solicitors Division Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Infirmary Road Dublin 7 DX 34 Dublin
Candidates may be shortlisted and the making of an application does not entitle an applicant to an interview.
Candidates are instructed not to canvass.
Terms and Conditions apply.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Cuirfear fáilte roimh chomfhreagras i nGaeilge.
18 May 2022
A vacancy exists for the position of State Solicitor in County Wicklow. Details of the duties, terms and conditions of the appointment which is a contract for services for a period of ten years are set out in the Competition Information Booklet which is available on request from the email and contact details set out hereunder.
Solicitors who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should apply on the Official Application Form not later than 3pm on Wednesday 8 June 2022.
Application Forms are available from and returnable to;
The Chief Prosecution Solicitor Solicitors Division Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Infirmary Road Dublin 7 DX 34 Dublin
Candidates may be shortlisted and the making of an application does not entitle an applicant to an interview.
Candidates are instructed not to canvass.
Terms and Conditions apply.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Cuirfear fáilte roimh chomfhreagras i nGaeilge.
18 May 2022
A vacancy exists for the position of State Solicitor in Kildare North West. Details of the duties, terms and conditions of the appointment which is a contract for services for a period of ten years are set out in the Competition Information Booklet which is available on request from the email and contact details set out hereunder.
Solicitors who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should apply on the Official Application Form not later than 3pm on Wednesday 8 June 2022.
Application Forms are available from and returnable to;
The Chief Prosecution Solicitor Solicitors Division Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Infirmary Road Dublin 7 DX 34 Dublin
Candidates may be shortlisted and the making of an application does not entitle an applicant to an interview.
Candidates are instructed not to canvass.
Terms and Conditions apply.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Cuirfear fáilte roimh chomfhreagras i nGaeilge.
18 May 2022
A vacancy exists for the position of State Solicitor in County Leitrim. Details of the duties, terms and conditions of the appointment which is a contract for services for a period of ten years are set out in the Competition Information Booklet which is available on request from the email and contact details set out hereunder.
Solicitors who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should apply on the Official Application Form not later than 3pm on Wednesday 8 June 2022.
Application Forms are available from and returnable to;
The Chief Prosecution Solicitor Solicitors Division Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Infirmary Road Dublin 7 DX 34 Dublin