CSM seeks 1 Technical Engineering Officer for Rome: competition published in the Official Journal

The Superior Council of the Judiciary has announced a public competition for a Technical Officer with a specialization in engineering and construction, to be filled within its Rome office. This is an open process based on qualifications and examinations, with a probationary period, in accordance with the regulations of the central public administration.

What is it about

The announcement, published in the Official Journal and available on the CSM website, offers one position for a Technical Officer with an engineering-construction background. The position is in Area III, economic level 1, within the CSM's organic roster. The initial hiring will be on a probationary basis, with a standardized test period; in practice, successful completion of the probationary period will allow for assignment to the full-time role.

The required figure

Generally, a technical officer with an engineering/construction background in a public institution provides specialized technical support for properties, public works, maintenance, safety, design, and document verification. Typical skills include civil and construction engineering, building regulations, workplace safety, public contracts, project management, and the use of digital design tools (e.g., AutoCAD). The job posting does not detail daily duties, but suggests a technical role involving verification, planning, and assistance with legal and administrative procedures related to projects and services.

Main requirements

• Valid educational qualification, including a bachelor's degree (old system) or equivalent degrees in the engineering/architecture fields (building, civil, electrical, environmental and territorial, mechanical) or a master's/specialist's degree in the same fields.
• Italian or EU citizenship.
• Political rights and fitness for employment.
• Not having reached 51 years of age (exception for CSM permanent staff of Area II).
• Knowledge of English and adequate knowledge of Italian for foreign residents or EU citizens.
• A certified email address is required in the application and there must be no prior dismissal or dismissal for disciplinary reasons.
• Possession of the moral and conduct requirements to participate in competitions for the ordinary judiciary.

It is expected that academic qualifications and additional qualifications/experience may influence the evaluation score, as indicated in the announcement details and in the merit scores.

Contract, headquarters and conditions

Vacancy: 1. Location: Rome, at the Superior Council of the Judiciary, Piazza dell'Indipendenza 6, 00185 Rome. Contract type: Individual employment contract for the position of technical officer, engineering-construction profile, Area III, salary level 1, probationary, with the possibility of confirmation in a subsequent role. The announcement does not specify a salary figure, but states that the remuneration will be in accordance with Article 39 of the CSM personnel regulations for employees in an equivalent economic-professional position. The probationary period is four months; upon completion, the period is counted as full-time service.

How the selection works

The procedure is:

• Evaluation of qualifications up to 3 points; academic and professional qualifications relevant to the profile may be considered.
• Pre-selection if applications exceed 250: multiple-choice quizzes on the subjects of the announcement; a maximum of 100 candidates will access the written test.
• Written theoretical and practical exam: 6 hours, covering construction, geotechnics, health and safety, sustainability, public procurement regulations, and project management; maximum score 30
• Oral exam: up to 30 points, covering the subjects of the written exam, as well as elements of the judicial system, knowledge of AutoCAD and foreign languages

The date and location of the pre-selection and written exam will be announced on the CSM website, Competitions section, on November 12, 2026. The date and location of the oral exam will be communicated to admitted candidates via certified email (PEC) at least 20 days before the exam. The final ranking is determined by the sum of the scores for the qualifications, written exam, and oral exam; the ranking remains valid for three years.

Deadline and how to apply

Official deadline: October 22, 2026. Applications must be submitted exclusively online on the CSM website, in the Competitions section, after registering with the candidate's name, surname, tax code, date of birth, and certified email address (PEC). A non-refundable application fee of €10 is required by the submission deadline. Once completed online, the application must be saved, printed, signed, scanned, and uploaded in a single PDF file (maximum 2 MB) along with a copy of your ID and the bank transfer receipt. In the event of technical issues, an alternative option is to send the application via registered mail (with return receipt) only in cases where the IT system is unavailable.

Before submitting your application, check the following: admission requirements (valid qualification, citizenship, age), availability to use certified email (PEC), time to complete the registration by the deadline, and availability to take the exams in Rome. It is advisable to check the official competition page on the CSM website for any updates on exam dates and application procedures.

What to check before submitting your application

Before submitting your application, please note:

• Please ensure that you have the required qualification or equivalent by the deadline.
• Make sure you do not exceed the age limit of 51, except for the exceptions provided for CSM employees.
• Have a valid certified email address for registration and communications.
• Guarantee your availability to take the pre-selection and/or tests in Rome, as indicated in the announcement.
• Please prepare and attach a single PDF containing the signed application, identification document, and bank transfer receipt, no larger than 2 MB.

The announcement also specifies that the final score and any rankings are subject to the preference/precedence criteria established by current legislation and that official communications have the value of direct notification to candidates.

Source of the offer: Official Journal – 4th Special Series Competitions and Exams.