Paraíba Opens 603 Public Service Jobs with High Salaries

The state of Paraíba has announced 603 vacancies in public competitions and selective processes for January 2026. These opportunities span six different notices, ranging from administrative roles to specialized academic positions.

Salaries for these positions vary significantly depending on the required education level and specific role. The highest salary offered is R$14,288.85 for a professorship at the Federal University of Paraíba, while other municipal positions offer starting salaries around R$1,500.

Registration periods are currently open, with deadlines extending from late January to early March 2026. Candidates interested in these opportunities must submit their applications through the respective official edital channels before the closing dates.

The UFPB (Federal University of Paraíba) is conducting a selective process to hire 32 professors. This opportunity is strictly for candidates holding a doctorate degree. The registration period for the UFPB competition is scheduled to run from February 2, 2026, to March 2, 2026. The salary range for these academic positions is between R$5,367.43 and R$14,288.85. Objective tests will be held on specific dates determined by each department.

Regarding municipal positions, the Prefeitura de Serraria has opened 131 vacancies available to candidates of all education levels. The salaries for these roles range from R$1,500 to R$5,000. Registration for this competition is open until January 29, 2026. The objective tests are scheduled for March 22, 2026, with the final results expected on April 22, 2026.

The Prefeitura de Nova Floresta is offering 136 vacancies for candidates with elementary, high school, technical, or higher education. This position offers a competitive salary range from R$1,500 to R$14,000. The registration window is open from January 12, 2026, to February 15, 2026. The objective tests are set for April 12, 2026, and the final results will be released on May 29, 2026.

The Prefeitura de Cuité has released a notice for 142 vacancies. These positions are open to individuals with fundamental, medium, technical, and higher education levels. The salary range is set between R$1,500 and R$6,000. Registration is open from January 12, 2026, to February 15, 2026. The objective tests are scheduled for March 15, 2026, and the final results will be published on April 30, 2026.

In the municipality of Cajazeiras, the local government is looking to fill 75 positions. These vacancies are available to candidates with fundamental, high school, technical, or higher education. The salary range for these roles is between R$1,518 and R$4,423.30. Registration is open from January 7, 2026, to February 8, 2026. The objective tests will take place on March 8, 2026, with the final results scheduled for May 25, 2026.

Finally, the Prefeitura de São Domingos is accepting applications for 87 vacancies. These roles are open to candidates with elementary, high school, technical, or higher education. The salary range is from R$1,518 to R$4,960.18. Registration is open until January 20, 2026. The objective tests are set for February 22, 2026, and the final results will be announced on March 24, 2026.

Prospective candidates must pay close attention to the specific registration deadlines for each entity. The earliest closing date is January 20, 2026, for the São Domingos competition. The Prefeitura de Serraria and Prefeitura de Cajazeiras have deadlines in late January and early February, respectively.

For the larger municipal competitions in Nova Floresta and Cuité, the registration window remains open until mid-February. The latest registration deadline is for the UFPB professorship, which closes on March 2, 2026. Candidates are advised to consult the official edital documents for specific instructions on how to apply and required documentation.