Canary Islands Government Appoints New Permanent Staff

The Canary Islands government has officially contracted new permanent staff across various public administration departments, including the Presidency, Public Administrations, Justice, and Safety. Following a competitive selection process, the selected candidates have met all requirements and will be appointed as fixed public employees.

Purpose and Broader Context

This move is part of a broader effort to reduce temporary staffing bans and enhance public sector stability, in line with recent legislation aimed at minimizing job insecurity. The government emphasizes that these appointments are handled under urgent procedures to ensure swift stabilization of employment, benefiting both the administration and residents who rely on consistent public services.

Hiring Process and Conditions

• Newly hired staff must sign their employment contracts electronically within two days of the announcement.
• Their official take-over date will be set based on their submitted plans.
• To promote orderly integration, they will stay in active service for at least two years.
• There are strict rules to prevent unnecessary changes or leaves during this period.

Measures for Temporary Personnel

The decision also includes measures for temporary personnel affected by these appointments, specifying their termination date as the day before their official start date.

Objectives

• These appointments aim to strengthen administrative functions.
• Improve service delivery to the public.
• Signaling a push for more stable and professional staffing in the region’s public sector.