Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of 22 July 2026, from the Management of the State Railway Safety Agency, by which the provision of jobs through the free appointment system is convened |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | 29 July 2026 |
| Entry into force | 29 July 2026 |
| Affected parties | Career civil servants of the A1 subgroup of the General State Administration |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Position convened | Deputy Director General of Railway Coordination |
| Location | Madrid |
| Level | 30 |
| Specific allowance | €35,952.70 |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from 29/07/2026 |
| Duration of appointment | Maximum 5 years, renewable |
| Maximum resolution | 1 month from the closing of the application period |
| Application channel | Funciona Portal with electronic certificate |
| Official source | BOE-A-2026-16478 |
The State Railway Safety Agency convenes, through the Resolution of 22 July 2026 (BOE-A-2026-16478), the provision of jobs through free appointment. The central position of the call is the Deputy Director General of Railway Coordination, based in Madrid, level 30 and an annual specific allowance of €35,952.70. This is a senior management position within the structure of the AESF, an agency responsible for supervision and regulation of safety in the Spanish railway system.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution regulates the complete process of selection and provision of the position through the free appointment system, which is the usual mechanism for management positions in the General State Administration. Unlike ordinary merit competitions, free appointment grants greater discretion to the convening body in choosing the candidate, although the process follows regulated guidelines.
The key elements of the procedure are as follows:
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Provision system | Free appointment |
| Position convened | Deputy Director General of Railway Coordination |
| Location | Madrid |
| Position level | 30 |
| Specific allowance | €35,952.70 |
| Participation requirements | Career civil servants of the A1 subgroup who meet the requirements of annex I of the call |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from publication (29/07/2026) |
| Submission channel | Funciona Portal with electronic certificate |
| Selection criteria | Merit assessment + curriculum vitae + interview with experts |
| Resolution deadline | 1 month from the closing of the application period |
| Duration of appointment | Maximum 5 years, renewable |
| Equality principle | Application of the IV Equality Plan of the GSA |
The call expressly incorporates the principle of gender equality in accordance with the IV Equality Plan of the General State Administration, which means that the assessment criteria must be applied without discrimination on the grounds of sex.
Economic and operational impact
For the civil servant who is appointed, the remuneration impact is significant. The specific allowance of €35,952.70 is added to the base salary and the destination allowance corresponding to level 30, which is the maximum level on the remuneration scale of the GSA. This places the total remuneration of the position in the highest ranges of state public service.
From an operational perspective, the appointment has a maximum duration of five renewable years, which provides stability to the holder but also implies that the position may become vacant or be removed before that period, since free appointment positions can be terminated at the discretion of the administration.
For the AESF, filling this Deputy Director General position is a direct operational necessity: the Coordination Deputy Directorate has a central role in articulating the safety of the national railway system, so the selection process has a relevant institutional impact beyond the purely remuneration aspect.
Who does it affect?
- Career civil servants of the A1 subgroup of the General State Administration who meet the specific requirements set out in annex I of the call.
- Civil servants currently assigned to the AESF or to other GSA agencies who aspire to a management position at level 30.
- Human resources managers of GSA agencies, who must manage the applications of their civil servants and facilitate processing through the Funciona portal.
- Managers and middle managers of the AESF, whose organizational structure will be affected by the filling of this Deputy Director General position.
Practical example
A career civil servant of the A1 subgroup currently assigned to a ministry of the GSA in Madrid, who meets the requirements of annex I, decides to submit his candidacy. The process he will follow is as follows:
- He accesses the Funciona portal with his electronic certificate before the deadline of 15 business days from 29 July 2026 expires.
- He submits his application together with the curriculum vitae and supporting documentation of merits.
- If he is pre-selected, he appears before the panel of experts for the interview.
- The AESF has 1 month from the closing of the deadline to resolve and publish the appointment.
- If appointed, he takes up the position of Deputy Director General of Railway Coordination in Madrid with level 30 and €35,952.70 specific allowance, for a maximum period of 5 renewable years.
What should civil servants do now?
- Verify the requirements of annex I of the call to confirm that the required profile is met (A1 subgroup and specific conditions).
- Calculate the application deadline: the 15 business day deadline begins on 29 July 2026. Identify the exact deadline by discounting national and local holidays in Madrid.
- Prepare the curriculum vitae and merit documentation with sufficient advance notice, since the selection combines merit assessment, CV and interview.
- Access the Funciona portal with a valid electronic certificate and complete the online application within the deadline.
- Inform the HR manager of the current destination agency to coordinate administrative processing if necessary.
- Monitor the resolution: the AESF must resolve within the maximum period of 1 month from the closing of the application period.
Frequently asked questions
What is the specific allowance for the position convened by the AESF in 2026?
The specific allowance for the Deputy Director General of Railway Coordination position convened by the AESF is €35,952.70 annually. The position has level 30, which is the maximum level on the remuneration scale of the General State Administration.
How much time do I have to apply for the AESF free appointment position?
The deadline for submitting applications is 15 business days counted from the publication of the call in the BOE, which took place on 29 July 2026. Applications must be submitted through the Funciona portal with an electronic certificate.
Who can apply for the AESF free appointment call?
Career civil servants of the A1 subgroup of the General State Administration who meet the specific requirements set out in the annex I of the call can participate.
How is the candidate selected in a free appointment process?
The selection combines three elements: merit assessment, curriculum vitae and interview with a panel of experts. Although the free appointment system grants discretion to the convening body, the process follows these regulated guidelines established in the call.
How long does the appointment last and can it be renewed?
The appointment has a maximum duration of five years and is renewable. The AESF must resolve the call within the maximum period of one month from the closing of the application period.
Official source
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Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-16478