The Government of Rio de Janeiro has authorized new public service examinations to fill over 390 vacancies across several strategic state administration sectors. According to official announcements, these openings aim to rebuild the state’s workforce and improve public service delivery, following a period of limited hiring across multiple career paths.
Where Are the New Openings?
The recruitment drive focuses on several key state entities, with the largest volume of opportunities concentrated in the health sector. According to G1, the vacancies are distributed as follows:
- Secretaria de Estado de Saúde: 226 positions.
- Instituto Estadual do Ambiente (Inea): 150 positions.
- Instituto de Assistência dos Servidores do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (Iaserj): 61 positions.
- Additional roles: Positions are also authorized for the Polícia Militar and the Procuradoria Geral do Estado (PGE-RJ).
Details on Health Sector Recruitment
The health sector initiative is part of the state’s broader Plano Estadual de Saúde 2024–2027. These roles cover a range of educational requirements, including middle school, higher education, and specialist levels.
According to Diário do Rio, the monthly salaries for these health positions range from R$ 2,600 to R$ 11,300, depending on the specific function and required qualifications. The anticipated roles include physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists, and health administrative assistants. The state government expects to publish the official notices for these health roles later this year.
Environmental Sector and Timeline
The recruitment for the Instituto Estadual do Ambiente (Inea) focuses on the agency’s core mission of environmental licensing, fiscalization, and preservation across the state of Rio de Janeiro.
Officials expect the Inea public notice to be released within approximately two months. Following the release of these rules, the competitive examinations are scheduled to take place at the beginning of the second semester of 2026.
Summary of Upcoming Hiring Phases
| Sector | Estimated Vacancies | Expected Notice Publication |
|---|---|---|
| Health (Secretaria de Saúde/Iaserj) | 287 | Within 2026 |
| Environment (Inea) | 150 | Within two months |
These efforts represent a significant push by the state government to strengthen its functional workforce. The administration has stated that these selections are essential for the ongoing improvement of services provided to the population of Rio de Janeiro.
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