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Santa Cruz de Tenerife Announces Internal Promotion Process for Police Subcommissary Position

Published: October 2, 2025|justice-and-safety|Gobierno de Canarias

Santa Cruz de Tenerife Police Promotion Process

Overview

The Santa Cruz de Tenerife City Council has announced a detailed call for internal promotion to fill a new slot for the rank of Subcomisario in the local police force. This process, based on a contest-opposition system, aligns with the Public Employment Offer of 2022.

Candidate Requirements

  • At least two years of experience as a police inspector
  • A relevant university degree
  • Meeting other administrative requirements

Selection Process

The process involves multiple phases:

  • A rigorous written exam on constitutional law and police organization
  • A practical project presentation
  • Language tests (optional)
  • Training courses
  • A practical internship of 600 hours

Objectives and Goals

This initiative aims to bolster police leadership with experienced internal personnel, offering career progression opportunities for qualified officers.

The selection’s complexity underscores the city’s commitment to ensuring highly competent police management, which directly impacts public safety and municipal security.

Successful candidates will be appointed as police officers in training, with the ultimate goal of becoming full-fledged Subcomisarios, contributing to a more effective and professional law enforcement service in Tenerife.

The full process emphasizes transparency, merit, and adherence to legal standards, inviting qualified police officers to advance their careers within the local police structure.