Canary Islands Government Announces Resumption of Hiring for Fixed Public Sector Employees

The Canary Islands government has officially lifted the suspension on hiring fixed public sector employees, allowing the finalization of contracts with selected candidates. The pause was previously put in place due to justified force majeure circumstances affecting one candidate, María José Pérez Rodríguez, which have now been resolved.

Key Details of the Hiring Process

• This move marks a critical step in stabilizing employment within the regional administration.
• It aligns with broader efforts to reduce temporary work and improve employment quality, as mandated by recent legislation.
• Selected candidates must now:
  • Sign their contracts electronically between December 1 and 2, 2025.
  • Take their positions between December 16 and 30, 2025.

Candidate Notifications and Onboarding

• Candidates approved but not yet informed will receive notices of their contract termination.
• Those scheduled to begin work must coordinate their official start date with the department.
• A key requirement is:
  • New hires must remain in their positions for at least two years, ensuring stability.

Legal and Regulatory Framework

• The resolution highlights the legal framework guiding this process.
• It clarifies that winners of this selection process cannot participate in other simultaneous public job stabilization efforts.

Objectives and Future Outlook

• This initiative aims to promote transparency and orderly onboarding.
• It provides a clear path for public employees to transition from temporary roles to permanent employment.
• The move is part of ongoing administrative reforms in the region.