Salerno City Council is seeking an Administrative Manager: a fixed-term position; applications are due by October 7, 2026.

The Municipality of Salerno is announcing a public selection process for a fixed-term administrative manager position, pursuant to Article 110 of the TUEL (Consolidated Law on Local Authorities). Applications may be submitted until 23:59 PM on October 7, 2026.

What is it about

This is a management position in the Municipality of Salerno, awarded by the Mayor pursuant to Article 110, paragraph 1, of Legislative Decree 267/2000 (TUEL). The position will be full-time, and the notice specifies that the contract is fixed-term, with an initial term of three years and the possibility of renewal within the limits of current legislation. The notice also clarifies that the position does not automatically imply a permanent contract, and that the operational headquarters is not specifically indicated in the notice.

The sought-after figure

The position is described as Administrative Manager, a senior public sector function. Typically, this role coordinates offices and services, manages financial and human resources, oversees complex administrative procedures and internal management documents, and maintains institutional relationships with other sectors of the Municipality and external stakeholders. Typical skills include a solid knowledge of administrative law and local government regulations, planning and control skills, leadership, problem-solving, and familiarity with digital tools and transparency requirements. The administration's profile describes a profile focused on coordination, resource management, and public service effectiveness, but the operational requirements and evaluation tests are defined by the job posting and the Evaluation Committee.

Main requirements

• Italian citizenship (Prime Ministerial Decree 7 February 1994 n. 174, art. 1, paragraph 1) and full enjoyment of civil and political rights.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; must be physically and mentally fit for the role.
• Regular status with respect to military service obligations for Italian citizens subject to the obligation.
• Not having been dismissed or removed from public administrations for just cause or causes provided for by law.
• Absence of convictions that prevent the establishment of an employment relationship with the Public Administration.
• Unconditional compliance with the rules on incompatibility and ineligibility (Legislative Decree 39/2013).
• Adequate computer skills and knowledge of the English language.
• Qualification: Old-system degree in Law, Economics and Business, Political Science, Public Administration Sciences, or equivalent diplomas; or equivalent specialist/master's degrees. Foreign qualifications must be recognized or submitted to the application process.
• As an alternative to academic requirements, at least 3 years of managerial experience in public or private entities, or specific specializations acquired in the public sector.

These requirements are the official ones stated in the call for proposals. Daily activities and skills required by the calls for proposals may include process and project management, oversight of operational procedures, and a results-oriented approach.

Contract, positions and headquarters

Available positions: 1. Type of employment: full-time, fixed-term management position awarded by the Mayor pursuant to Article 110 of the TUEL (Italian Consolidated Law on Local Employment). Term: 3 years, or until the permanent position is filled; renewal is possible within the limits of the law. Salary: not specified in the job posting; it will be based on the gross annual salary established by the National Collective Bargaining Agreements (CCNL) and the decentralized contracts of the Local Functions Area – Management, including the thirteenth salary and any allowances, as provided for by the collective bargaining agreement.

Location: The specific location of the office is not indicated in the notice; the indication refers to the "local authority Municipality of Salerno" and the reference area is that of public administrative management.

How the selection works

The procedure is a public selection process aimed at awarding a managerial position. The main phases, as described in the announcement, include:

• Verification of the eligibility of applications based on the declared requirements and submission deadlines.
• Evaluation of CVs by a Commission composed of the Secretary General and two public officials or experts, appointed by mayoral decree.
• Professional experience will be given special consideration, particularly that gained in similar local authorities or in official/managerial roles.
• Interested candidates may be invited for an interview to discuss their managerial skills and topics related to the role.
• At the end of the interviews, the Commission identifies a shortlist of candidates for final selection by the Mayor; there is no merit-based ranking.

Publication of communications on the Transparent Administration of the Municipality of Salerno and on the inPA Portal is planned.

Deadline and how to apply

The exact deadline is October 7, 2026, at 23:59 PM. The application must be submitted exclusively online through the inPA Portal, authenticating with SPID, CIE, CNE, or eIDAS. Registration on the portal and a certified email address (PEC) in the candidate's name are required. If multiple applications are submitted, the most recent submission will be considered valid.

The announcement provides practical details useful for applications: for technical issues on the inPA Portal, you can use the portal's support and consult guides and FAQs. For further information, please call 089 662399 (Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM) or email a.vitolo@comune.salerno.it. The person responsible for the procedure is Dr. Anna Vitolo, Official of the Demographic, Statistics, Electoral, Human Resources, and Organization Services Sector.

What to check before sending

Before applying, please check:

• Your qualification must be among those accepted or equivalent, as certified by current regulations. Qualifications obtained abroad must be recognized as equivalent to Italian or demonstrate that the process for obtaining such recognition is underway.
• To meet the citizenship, age, and suitability requirements, as well as the absence of any impediments to public employment.
• To have adequate IT knowledge and, if required, English language skills.
• To be able to provide the requested documents (educational and professional CV, any supporting documentation, copy of identity document, SPID/CIE/CNE/eIDAS and PEC credentials).
• To have access to the inPA Portal and to know the submission procedures: the last application submitted is valid if a new application is submitted.

In summary, this position offers a management-level opportunity for those with a background in law, economics, politics, or administration, or solid management experience in the public or international sphere. The location is not specified in the announcement. Anyone wishing to apply must strictly adhere to the submission procedures and deadlines: the official closing date remains October 7, 2026, at 23:59 PM.

Offer source: InPA.