Turkish municipalities announce new public sector job openings

Municipalities in Turkey have announced new public sector recruitment drives for various roles.

Didim Municipality is seeking 18 municipal police officers (zabıta). Applicants must be under 30 years of age, hold a degree from any undergraduate program, and have scored at least 70 on the 2026 KPSS P3 exam. Physical requirements include a minimum height of 1.67 meters for men and 1.60 meters for women, with a weight limit of no more than 10 kilograms difference from the height requirement. Applications will be accepted in person from October 19 to October 23, 2026, at the Didim Youth Center. Following the application period, 90 candidates will be called for oral and practical examinations in November.

Köseli Municipality is also recruiting for five different positions, including civil servants, municipal police officers, firefighters, drivers, and service staff. Requirements vary by role, with some positions requiring at least a high school diploma and specific KPSS scores or driver's licenses. General eligibility includes Turkish citizenship and compliance with the Civil Servants Law No. 657.