An Garda Siochana applications now open to people in Carlow with salary starting near 40K
The recruitment competition will remain until Wednesday 3 June
People in Carlow are encouraged to consider a career in An Garda Síochána following the launch of the latest Garda recruitment campaign by Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan.
The recruitment competition opened today, Monday 11 May, and will remain open until Wednesday 3 June at 3pm through publicjobs.ie.
Deputy Peter Cleere said: “An Garda Síochána plays a hugely important role in communities across Carlow Kilkenny and this recruitment campaign is a great opportunity for people who may be considering a career in public service.
“Being a Garda is challenging work, but it is also incredibly rewarding. It is a career where no two days are the same and where you have the opportunity to make a real difference in your local community. It's a job worth doing.”
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The campaign highlights the broad range of career opportunities available within An Garda Síochána, including community policing, the Garda Dog Unit, Water Unit, Mounted Unit, Crimecall and specialist investigative roles.
“There are so many different paths within An Garda Síochána now and I think many people would be surprised by the range of opportunities available.
“This campaign also places a strong emphasis on encouraging people from different backgrounds and experiences to apply, which is very important in ensuring the organisation reflects the communities it serves.”
The starting salary for a Garda member is now €39,194, with trainees receiving paid training while completing a Level 7 degree in Applied Policing through the Garda College and the University of Limerick.
Deputy Cleere also welcomed the continued investment in Garda recruitment and frontline policing.
“My colleague, Minister Jim O’Callaghan, has made Garda recruitment and community safety a clear priority.
“Strong recruitment is essential to ensuring Gardaí have the resources and personnel they need to continue supporting communities right across the country.”
Applications can be submitted online through
until Wednesday 3 June at 3pm.