Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of August 26, 2026, from the Madrid City Council, regarding the announcement to fill several positions |
|---|---|
| Publication in BOE | September 10, 2026 |
| Entry into force | September 10, 2026 |
| Positions announced | 7 Auxiliary Lifeguard and Water Rescue Technician positions |
| Category | Competitive examination in open competition |
| Scale | Special Administration, Technical subscale |
| Bases published in | Official Bulletin of the Madrid City Council (BOAM), May 7, 2026 |
| Application deadline start | September 11, 2026 |
| Application deadline duration | 20 business days from September 11, 2026 |
| Sector | Public Sector |
The Madrid City Council announces 7 Auxiliary Lifeguard and Water Rescue Technician positions through competitive examination in open competition, classified in the Special Administration scale, Technical subscale. The resolution was published in the BOE on September 10, 2026, which activates the calculation of the application submission deadline: 20 business days from the following day, that is, from September 11, 2026.
The bases of the announcement are not new: they were approved and published in the Official Bulletin of the Madrid City Council (BOAM) on May 7, 2026. Publication in the BOE is the act that officially opens the registration period for applicants.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution formally announces the positions and enables the registration period. The essential elements of the process are as follows:
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Position title | Auxiliary Lifeguard and Water Rescue Technician |
| Number of positions | 7 |
| Selection system | Competitive examination (open competition) |
| Scale / Subscale | Special Administration / Technical |
| Complete bases | BOAM, May 7, 2026 |
| Application deadline start | September 11, 2026 |
| Deadline duration | 20 business days |
| Publication of subsequent announcements | As provided in the bases themselves |
The specific access requirements, syllabus and phases of the selection process are fully contained in the bases published in the BOAM on May 7, 2026. It is essential to consult them before submitting the application.
Economic and operational impact
For applicants, the main impact is the opportunity to access stable public employment in the Madrid City Council as an Auxiliary Lifeguard and Water Rescue Technician. Since these are positions in the Special Administration scale, Technical subscale, they involve a permanent employment or civil service relationship, with the remuneration and stability conditions typical of local public employment.
For the Madrid City Council, the announcement responds to the need to fill specialized positions in its aquatic facilities and lifeguard services, ensuring user safety.
The cost for the applicant is limited to registration fees (the specific amount of which is shown in the BOAM bases of May 7, 2026) and preparation for the selection process. No data has been published on the amount of such fees in the BOE resolution.
Who does it affect?
- People who wish to work as lifeguards in the Madrid City Council and meet the requirements established in the BOAM bases.
- Water rescue and lifeguard professionals seeking stability in the local public sector.
- Applicants for public employment in the Local Administration of Madrid interested in the Special Administration scale, Technical subscale.
- Academies and competitive examination preparation centers that must update their training offerings for this announcement.
Practical example
A professional with qualifications in water rescue and lifeguarding who wants to apply for one of the 7 positions must act quickly: the 20 business day deadline from September 11, 2026 is relatively short. If the calculation excludes weekends and national and local holidays in Madrid, the application submission deadline would end approximately in early October 2026 (the exact date depends on the applicable business day calendar).
This applicant must, before submitting the application, download and fully read the bases published in the BOAM on May 7, 2026, verify that they meet all access requirements, prepare the required documentation and pay the registration fee within the indicated deadline. Announcements about lists of admitted candidates, exam date and other milestones of the process will be published as provided in the bases themselves.
What should applicants do now?
- Consult the complete bases in the BOAM (May 7, 2026): Verify the access requirements, required qualifications, syllabus and phases of the selection process before any other step.
- Calculate the exact application deadline: The 20 business day deadline starts on September 11, 2026. Identify the exact deadline date according to Madrid's business day calendar to avoid missing the announcement.
- Prepare the required documentation: Gather the documents required in the bases (qualifications, ID, certificates, etc.) with sufficient advance notice to submit the application within the deadline.
- Submit the application within the deadline: Follow the registration procedure indicated in the BOAM bases and pay the corresponding registration fee.
- Stay alert to subsequent announcements: Communications about lists of admitted candidates, exam date and location and other phases of the process will be published as provided in the bases of the announcement itself.
Frequently asked questions
How many lifeguard positions does the Madrid City Council announce in 2026?
The Madrid City Council announces 7 positions for Auxiliary Lifeguard and Water Rescue Technician through competitive examination in open competition, classified in the Special Administration scale, Technical subscale.
When does the deadline for applying for lifeguard positions in Madrid start and how long does it last?
The application submission deadline starts on September 11, 2026 (the day following publication of the resolution in the BOE, September 10, 2026) and lasts 20 business days.
Where are the bases of the Madrid City Council lifeguard announcement published?
The complete bases of the announcement, including requirements, syllabus and phases of the selection process, were published in the Official Bulletin of the Madrid City Council (BOAM) on May 7, 2026. It is essential to consult them to know all the details of the process.
Where will the announcements of the selection process be published (lists of admitted candidates, exam date)?
According to the resolution, subsequent announcements of the selection process (lists of admitted candidates, exam dates, etc.) will be published as provided in the bases themselves of the announcement published in the BOAM on May 7, 2026.
What type of contract or employment relationship do these positions offer?
These are public employment positions belonging to the Special Administration scale, Technical subscale, of the Madrid City Council. Since these are positions announced through competitive examination, they involve a stable relationship with the Administration. The specific remuneration and employment conditions are shown in the BOAM bases.
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-2026-18931
