Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of 3 July 2026, from the Under-Secretariat, by which a contest is convened for the provision of work positions in the State Body for Work Inspection and Social Security |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | 13 July 2026 |
| Entry into force | 13 July 2026 |
| Affected parties | Career officials of the Senior Body of Work and Social Security Inspectors |
| Category | Public Sector — Position provision |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from 13/07/2026 |
| Submission method | Exclusively via Common Electronic Registry |
| Vacant positions | Listed in Annex I-A (direct positions) and Annex I-B (resulting positions) |
| Convening body | Ministry of Labour and Social Economy — State Body ITSS |
| Official URL | BOE-A-2026-15232 |
Active Work and Social Security Inspectors have a very specific time window to request transfer to vacant positions at the OEITSS. The Resolution of 3 July 2026, published in the BOE on 13 July, convenes the merit-based contest that regulates this internal mobility and establishes the exact conditions for participation.
This call is relevant not only for officials wishing to change their assignment, but also for companies and organizations that interact with the Work Inspection: the filling of vacancies directly impacts the operational capacity of the body and, therefore, the intensity and territorial distribution of inspection activities.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution convenes a merit-based contest to provide vacant positions for Work and Social Security Inspector within the State Body ITSS. The essential aspects are as follows:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type of contest | Merit-based contest for provision of work positions |
| Eligible body | Senior Body of Work and Social Security Inspectors |
| Exclusions | Officials suspended in final form cannot participate |
| General seniority required | 2 years in current position |
| Exceptions to seniority | Suppressed positions, leave of absence situations or other special situations contemplated in the resolution |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from publication in the BOE (13/07/2026) |
| Submission channel | Exclusively via Common Electronic Registry — no other methods accepted |
| Positions convened | Annex I-A: direct vacant positions. Annex I-B: resulting positions |
| Equality principle | The IV Equality Plan of the General State Administration applies |
The contest distinguishes between Annex I-A positions (direct vacancies filled in the first instance) and Annex I-B positions (resulting positions, that is, vacancies generated as a consequence of movements produced by the allocation of Annex I-A positions). Both annexes must be consulted in the full text published in the BOE to know the exact list of available assignments.
Economic and operational impact
For participating officials, the impact is fundamentally one of geographic mobility and professional development: accessing a preferred assignment, improving working conditions or moving closer to the usual place of residence. This is not a regulation that generates direct costs for private companies.
However, from a business perspective, filling vacant positions in the Work Inspection has relevant indirect consequences:
- Greater inspection capacity: More filled positions means more operational Inspectors in the field, which can translate into an increase in ex officio actions and company visits.
- Territorial redistribution: Changes in assignment can modify the geographic distribution of Inspectors, affecting the intensity of inspection in certain provinces or sectors.
- Impact on resolution times: Filling vacancies improves the OEITSS's ability to respond to complaints and ongoing procedures.
For the officials themselves, the main operational cost is compliance with the deadline and correct submission of the application through the mandatory channel (Common Electronic Registry). An application submitted through a different channel or outside the deadline results in automatic exclusion from the contest.
Who does it affect?
- Career officials of the Senior Body of Work and Social Security Inspectors wishing to change their assignment within the OEITSS.
- Inspectors on leave of absence or whose position has been suppressed, who can participate even if they do not meet the general requirement of 2 years of seniority in position.
- Inspectors with current assignment of more than 2 years who meet the general seniority requirement.
- Companies and organizations with activity in the provinces where vacancies are filled, indirectly, due to the effect on territorial inspection capacity.
- Labour advisors and specialized firms that must anticipate possible changes in the composition of the Inspection units with which they interact.
Excluded are officials who are suspended in final form at the time of the call.
Practical example
A Work Inspector assigned to the Inspection Unit in Valencia for 3 years (meets the 2-year seniority requirement) wishes to transfer to a vacant position in Madrid listed in Annex I-A of the resolution.
To participate in the contest, this Inspector must:
- Verify that the Madrid position appears in Annex I-A or I-B of the text published in the BOE on 13/07/2026.
- Prepare their application with the merit documentation required by the resolution.
- Submit it exclusively through the Common Electronic Registry within the 15 business days following 13 July 2026.
If this Inspector had been forcibly transferred due to suppression of their previous position, they could participate even if they did not reach 2 years of seniority in the current assignment, under the exceptions provided for in the resolution.
From a business perspective: a construction company in Madrid with proceedings open before the Work Inspection must take into account that filling new vacancies in that province may accelerate the resolution of pending procedures or increase the frequency of verification actions.
What should affected officials do now?
- Consult Annexes I-A and I-B in the BOE: Access the full text of the resolution (BOE-A-2026-15232) and identify the available vacant positions and their characteristics.
- Verify compliance with the seniority requirement: Confirm that you have been in your current position for at least 2 years, or that you are in one of the exception situations (suppressed position, leave of absence or other special situations).
- Prepare merit documentation: Gather the supporting documents for the merits claimed according to the contest criteria.
- Submit the application exclusively via Common Electronic Registry: No other method is accepted. Submission through a different channel results in exclusion from the contest.
- Respect the 15 business day deadline: The deadline begins on 13 July 2026. Calculate the exact deadline date excluding Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays.
- Verify the absence of exclusion grounds: Ensure you are not subject to suspension that would prevent participation.
Frequently asked questions
How many years of seniority do I need in my current position to participate in the 2026 Work Inspectors transfer contest?
The general rule requires 2 years of seniority in the current position. However, there are exceptions for officials whose position has been suppressed, who are on leave of absence or in other special situations expressly contemplated in the resolution. If you are in one of these situations, you can participate even if you do not reach 2 years.
How and where do I submit the application for the Work Inspectors transfer contest?
The application must be submitted exclusively through the Common Electronic Registry. No other submission method is accepted (in-person, postal mail or other electronic registries). An application submitted through a different channel is automatically excluded from the contest.
What is the deadline to apply for the Work Inspectors transfer contest published on 13 July 2026?
The deadline is 15 business days counted from publication in the BOE, that is, from 13 July 2026. To calculate the exact deadline, you must exclude Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays. It is essential not to wait until the last day to avoid technical problems with the Electronic Registry.
Where can I find the vacant positions for the 2026 OEITSS transfer contest?
The vacant positions are listed in Annexes I-A and I-B of the resolution published in the BOE. Annex I-A lists direct vacant positions and Annex I-B lists resulting positions (generated by movements from the contest itself). You can consult them in the full text at BOE-A-2026-15232.
Can a Work Inspector suspended in final form participate in the 2026 transfer contest?
No. The resolution expressly excludes officials suspended in final form from participation in this merit-based contest. Other career officials of the Senior Body of Work and Social Security Inspectors who meet the seniority requirements can participate.
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-2026-15232