Head of Resourcing (Principal Officer Level), An Garda …, Dublin

Job description

The successful candidate must have a third-level qualification (minimum Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in a relevant discipline(s) commensurate with the role.

AND

Relevant management experience at an appropriate level (minimum 3 years), including leading Talent Acquisition teams and managing resources, with demonstrable experience in in‑house recruitment, which must include:

Leading, developing, and shaping a high‑performing Talent Acquisition team operating in a busy, complex environment, ensuring the delivery of consistent, high‑quality recruitment outcomes.Project managing and directing the delivery of multiple high‑volume and specialist recruitment campaigns in a complex, high‑demand environment, ensuring strong processes, governance, and delivery aligned to key performance indicators.Developing and embedding a modern, agile, and user‑focused recruitment model that prioritises candidate experience while fully meeting governance, audit, and legislative requirements.Building trusting relationships with a diverse range of internal stakeholders to drive shared understanding, resolve issues, and deliver consistent, high‑quality recruitment outcomes.Managing relationships with external partners, contracts, and vendors to ensure high‑quality, compliant, and value‑for‑money service delivery.Using and optimising recruitment tools and technologies, including applicant tracking systems and digital sourcing platforms.

Closing date for all completed online application forms is 3:00 PM, Tuesday 23rd June 2026.