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Canary Islands Government Approves Creation of Town Hall Treasurer Position

Published: January 23, 2026|local-government-and-community|Gobierno de Canarias

Creation and Classification of New Treasurer Position in San Juan de la Rambla

Background

  • The government of the Canary Islands has officially approved the creation and classification of a new Treasurer position at the San Juan de la Rambla Town Hall.
  • This role is now designated as a mandatory position reserved for local civil servants with national habilitation, falling under the Intervention-Treasury sub-scale of local administration.
  • The town hall requested to modify its staffing plan to include this position, ensuring it aligns with national regulations.

Purpose and Functions

  • The creation aims to strengthen financial oversight.
  • The Treasurer's role involves managing the town's treasury and financial control, essential functions for transparency and fiscal responsibility.

Implementation

  • The decision was publicly announced in the official bulletin.
  • The move to reserve the position specifically for qualified local officials was confirmed.
  • The role will be filled via a competitive process.
  • Once classified, it will be registered in the national register of local civil servants with habilitation.

Significance

"This change underscores the importance of proper financial management in local governments, especially in smaller municipalities like San Juan de la Rambla, which has a population of just under 5,000 residents."

Impacts

  • Ensuring these key roles are filled by qualified officials helps maintain trust and fiscal discipline in the community.