Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of September 8, 2026, Municipality of Urretxu (Gipuzkoa) — call to fill one position |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | September 15, 2026 |
| Entry into force / start of deadline | September 16, 2026 |
| Application deadline | 20 working days from September 16, 2026 |
| Position announced | Surveyor (Technical Architect) |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Selection system | Competitive examination in open competition |
| Scale / Subscale / Class | General/Special Administration — Technical Subscale — Middle Class |
| Bases published in | Official Gazette of Gipuzkoa, August 14, 2026 (amended August 31, 2026) |
| Category | Public Sector |
| BOE Reference | BOE-A-2026-19237 |
A Surveyor position is being offered through a competitive examination at the Municipality of Urretxu (Gipuzkoa). The Resolution of September 8, 2026, published in the BOE on September 15, 2026, activates the official deadline for submitting applications: 20 working days from the day following that publication, that is, from September 16, 2026.
The bases governing the process — including requirements, assessable merits and development of the selection process — were originally published in the Official Gazette of Gipuzkoa on August 14, 2026 and were amended on August 31, 2026. Any candidate must consult those bases in the BOG to know all the details of the process.
What does this call establish?
The call establishes a selection process through competitive examination in open competition to fill one position of Surveyor (Technical Architect) in the staff of the Municipality of Urretxu. The position is classified in the following administrative structure:
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scale | General/Special Administration |
| Subscale | Technical |
| Class | Middle |
| Position title | Surveyor (Technical Architect) |
| Selection system | Competitive examination |
| Competition | Open |
The complete bases — which detail the participation requirements, the examination phase, the competitive phase (assessable merits) and the development of the selection process — were published in the Official Gazette of Gipuzkoa on August 14, 2026 and amended on August 31, 2026. Publication in the BOE on September 15 only activates the calculation of the application deadline at the national level.
Economic and operational impact
For the Municipality of Urretxu, this call means incorporating a mid-level technician with specialized expertise in building and local public works. The position is integrated into the Technical subscale, which implies functions of supervision, direction of works, inspection and management of municipal construction projects.
For candidates, the impact is direct: access to a permanent civil service position in the Basque local administration, with the job stability and remuneration conditions typical of public employment in the Basque Country. The process is in open competition, so there are no quota reserves that limit access.
The fact that the bases were amended on August 31, 2026 — barely two weeks after their original publication — makes it especially relevant to consult the updated version in the Official Gazette of Gipuzkoa before preparing the documentation, as some requirement or assessment criterion may have changed from the initial version.
Who does it affect?
- Graduates in Technical Architecture seeking access to local public employment in the Basque Country.
- Graduates in Building Engineering interested in Basque local administration.
- Construction sector professionals who want to stabilize their careers in the public sector.
- Candidates in open competition with no geographical origin restriction (the call does not specify territorial limitation for applicants).
- Municipality of Urretxu and its technical urban planning and works area, which will fill a vacancy in its staff.
Practical example
A graduate in Building Engineering residing in Donostia-San Sebastián who wishes to apply for this call must act quickly: the deadline of 20 working days from September 16, 2026 is the time available to prepare and file the application.
The first step is to download the bases published in the Official Gazette of Gipuzkoa of August 14, 2026 — in its amended version of August 31 — to verify the exact qualification requirements, the level of Basque language required (common in Basque administration calls) and the merits that will be assessed in the competitive phase. Only with that prior reading can you assess whether the candidacy is competitive before investing time in preparing the documentation.
What should candidates do now?
- Consult the bases in the Official Gazette of Gipuzkoa — Download the amended version of August 31, 2026 to know the exact requirements, assessable merits and development of the selection process. Do not rely on the original version of August 14.
- Verify compliance with qualification requirements — The position requires qualification in Technical Architecture or Building Engineering. Check that your qualification is recognized if it was obtained abroad.
- Review Basque language requirements — Calls from the Basque administration usually require a specific linguistic profile. Check in the bases what level is required and whether you have the corresponding accreditation.
- Calculate the application deadline — The deadline is 20 working days from September 16, 2026. Calculate the exact closing date by excluding Saturdays, Sundays and official holidays in Gipuzkoa.
- Prepare documentation and submit the application — Gather the documentation proving merits (experience, training, Basque language) before the deadline expires, as in a competitive examination the competitive phase can be decisive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline for submitting an application for the Surveyor position in Urretxu?
The deadline is 20 working days counted from the day following publication of the resolution in the BOE, that is, from September 16, 2026. To calculate the exact closing date, Saturdays, Sundays and official holidays in Gipuzkoa must be excluded.
Where are the bases of the Surveyor call for Urretxu published?
The complete bases were published in the Official Gazette of Gipuzkoa on August 14, 2026 and were amended on August 31, 2026. Publication in the BOE on September 15 (reference BOE-A-2026-19237) only activates the application deadline. To know requirements, merits and process development, you must consult the bases in the BOG.
What qualification is needed to apply for the Surveyor position in Urretxu?
The call is aimed at graduates in Technical Architecture or Building Engineering. The exact requirements and supporting documentation needed are detailed in the bases published in the Official Gazette of Gipuzkoa (amended version of August 31, 2026).
Is this in open competition or is there a quota reserve in this examination?
The call is in open competition, with no specific quota reserve mentioned in the resolution. This means that any candidate who meets the requirements can compete on equal terms, regardless of their previous employment status.
What scale and subscale corresponds to the Surveyor position in Urretxu?
The position is classified in the General/Special Administration scale, Technical subscale and Middle class. The selection system is competitive examination, which implies an examination phase (tests) and a competitive phase (merit assessment).
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-2026-19237
