All members must satisfy the basic membership requirements AND any role-specific requirements.
All applicants to IESRPC must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time of application. There is no upper age limit.
NOTE: This rule is STRICTLY enforced. Anyone found to be below this age will be immediately removed. Robust checks are conducted to ensure that all members are the correct age.
We have an extensive child safeguarding procedure in place and have an established relationship with law enforcement. ALL identified child safeguarding concerns are reported to local law enforcement in Ireland (and any other relevant jurisdiction).
All applicants must be able to dedicate a sufficient amount of time to IESRPC (normally not more than 4 hours a week). The specific amount of time will be agreed at each applicants interview.
NOTE: We welcome full time serving members of the public emergency services and Óglaigh na hÉireann and make considerations for these members due to the nature of the work they do. These considerations will be made on a case-by-case basis at each applicants interview.
It is a requirement to have Discord voice and text communication software (as we use this to conduct interviews and communicate with our members). It can be accessed it on browser here. (They also have a PC desktop app and mobile apps for both Android and iOS). Applicants will be asked to verify their Discord account with our system as part of the application process.
It is a requirement to have the Teamspeak 3 voice software (or be able to install it, you can download it here and a high quality, working microphone. If an applicant is not familiar with Teamspeak 3, that’s okay – this can be resolved at the inteview phase.
All applicants are required to have a stable internet connection as an unstable connection could interrupt the consistency of patrols. You can check your internet speed here.
While we don’t have a minimum internet speed, we consider 15mb per second a ‘stable’ connection.
All applicants must be fully literate (i.e can read, write and speak fluently) in the English language.
NOTE: Fluent Irish speakers are welcome but should be aware that the operating language of IESRPC is English.
These rules apply to ALL gaming communities that require any sort of an application process, not just other policing roleplay communities.
We permit you to be a member of other gaming communities whilst holding a membership at IESRPC as long as you satisfy the following criteria:
You must declare the other gaming communities that you are a member of on applying to IESRPC (and must inform us if you join another gaming community whilst a being a member of IESRPC),
You must NOT hold a ranking/staff position in the other gaming communities,
You MUST be able to remain active in IESRPC. This means meeting our monthly patrol attendance quota,
You must prioritise IESRPC over the other gaming communities.
NOTE A: You MAY NOT be a member of a GTA V (FiveM) UK/IRISH emergency services roleplay community whilst a member of IESRPC. This is still considered ‘dual-clanning’ or ‘multi-clanning’ and if it is established that you are actively involved in another GTA V (FiveM) UK/Irish emergency services roleplay community whilst you are a registered member of IESRPC, your membership of IESRPC will be terminated immediately and the other community of which you are involved with will be informed of your involvement with IESRPC.
NOTE B: If you fail to declare your membership of other gaming communities and it is established that you are actively involved in another gaming community whilst you are a registered member of IESRPC, your membership of IESRPC will be terminated immediately and the other community of which you are involved with will be informed of your involvement with IESRPC.
All applicants applying for in-game roles must also meet the following requirements (in addition to the basic requirements):
Must hold a legal and working copy of Grand Theft Auto V for PC (or be able to buy one). This can be a Steam or Rockstar Games version. IESRPC is NOT open to applicants on Xbox One, Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Playstation 4 or any platform other than PC.
Must meet the minimum computer requirements to run FiveM. These are available here.
**PLEASE NOTE THE RED NOTICE ABOVE (WHICH SUPERSEEDS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION)**
All applicants for National Ambulance Service roles must hold a minimum of a PHECC approved CFR (Community or Advanced) certificate in real life and be able to provide proof of this on request to be considered for NAS roles.
The term ‘minimum’ implies that the applicant would hold any one of the following certificates from a PHECC licensed CPG provider: Cardiac First Response – Community (CFR-C), Cardiac First Response – Advanced (CFR-A), First Aid Response (FAR), Emergency First Response (EFR), Emergency First Response – Basic Tactical Emergency Care (EFR-BTEC), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic or Advanced Paramedic.
Any applicant who has a medical qualification that was not completed in the Republic of Ireland or has a qualification that was not completed with a PHECC licensed CPG provider must hold a PHECC Recognition of Qualifications certificate and be able to provide proof of this on request.
Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed by our Human Resources Team. This process can vary in amounts of time, however, we try to reply to the majority of applications in 48 hours, note however that this can sometimes can take 3-5 working days (particularly during busy periods/public holidays).
It is CRUCIAL that you check both your Discord account and mobile phone for updates on a regular basis and ensure to note any updates to your application.
For simplicity, we have outlined the full application (phase 1) and interview (phase 2) process below. Don’t worry if you forget something, our system will guide you through the process in a simple, easy to understand manner. If you have technical difficulties or do not understand an aspect of the system, please get in touch with us via our Public Discord or any other means listed here.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Your application will not have been submitted to us until you have completed step 4 of the Application Process listed below. Step 1 is NOT applying, this is simply creating an account. Simply put, you must create an account (in step 1) BEFORE you formally apply (in step 4).
Account Creation
The applicant has filled in basic data (email, password, name, DOB, phone number) and accepted the privacy notice. This is NOT applying, an applicant must submit a full application at step 4.
Discord Verification
The applicant verifies their Discord account by following the instructions provided on screen.
Log In
The applicant logs into our site with the details they just created and clicks ‘Apply Now’ to start their application.
Application Submission
The applicant completes all 4 sections of the application (including the agreements in section 4) and presses ‘Submit’ to submit their application.
Founders/HR Review
Two seperate reviews of the application will take place, one by our founders and one by our Human Resoruces team. This is nothing to worry about.
Application Outcome
If sucessful, the applicant will continue to phase 2, an interview. If the application will not be progressed, the applicant is notified.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Your interview will take place at the time confirmed to you via your application. This is normally the preferred or backup time you submitted with your application, but in some cases, it can be an alternative time. Please ENSURE you note the time your interview has been scheduled for on your application (which can be viewed by logging in to https://active.irishesrpc.com/). If you cannot attend your interview on the date and time listed on your application, please let us know IMMEDIATELY. You can do this by leaving a note on your application through the ACTIVE portal.
Interview Confirmed
The applicant has been successful in phase 1 and been offered an interview. Read the important note above for more.
Public Discord Advice
We have a channel dedicated to providing more information about the interview on our Public Discord. The applicant should review this information in advance of the interview.
Prior to Interview
The applicant should arrive in the ‘Awating Interview’ channel 5 minutes prior to their interview. Read the important note above for more.
Interview
The applicant will partake in a brief 15 minute interview with two members of our Human Resources Team.
Application Decision
A decision will be made regarding the outcome of the application. The application can be approved, rejected or deferred (held for up to 2 months).
Induction and Training
If approved, the applicant will then complete registration, complete an induction, and undergo basic training before becoming a full member and joining official patrols in IESRPC.
Learn more about how to join our specialist units and undertaking specialist training courses.
It is not possible to apply direct to a specialist unit (such as the Garda Armed Support or Roads Policing Units) in IESRPC.
Normally, new members of the community must a) pass probation and b) spend at least two months in the community before being able to transfer to our specialist units (e.g Garda Armed Support or Roads Policing Units) or undertake specialist training courses (e.g Garda Water, Dog or Emergency Response Units).
Places within specialist units and on specialist training courses are chosen through competitive selection. Each unit/course has its own entry requirements and selection procedures.
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