Written answers
Wednesday, 22 January 2025
Department of Public Expenditure and Reform
Public Sector Staff
Brendan Smith (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)
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370. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will ensure that persons are not denied the opportunity to apply for some jobs in the public service because they do not have a degree; if he will ensure that necessary changes are made to that criterion without delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46565/24]
Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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Section 58 of the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 specifies responsibilities for recruitment policy across the Public Service. As Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform, I have responsibility for all matters relating to recruitment in the Civil Service, including the eligibility criteria. Responsibility for recruitment in any other public service body outside of the Civil Service is a matter for the relevant Minister.
Reflecting the diversity of roles across the civil service, there are a range of skills requirements that may be considered when recruiting for posts which are reflected in eligibility criteria. These eligibility criteria may include qualifications, such as a degree, together with work experience. For the majority of roles, the value of experience and other forms of learning are taken into account when evaluating candidates to ensure that the best person for the job is selected. Recruitment competitions for the majority of roles in the civil service do not require a degree as an essential requirement.
The eligibility criteria and capabilities for all civil service grades are kept under review.
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