São Paulo municipalities open hundreds of Municipal Guard vacancies

Multiple municipalities in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, have announced or released updates regarding recruitment processes for Municipal Guard positions.

In Hortolândia, preliminary answer keys have been released for a selection process offering 40 vacancies for the Municipal Guard 4th Class role. The positions are divided into 36 for general competition, 4 for people with disabilities, 12 for female guards, and 28 for male guards. The starting salary is R$ 3,971.37, supplemented by benefits such as food assistance, health insurance, and transportation vouchers. Requirements include a high school education, a category B driver's license, and specific minimum height requirements.

Additionally, several cities including Guarulhos, Mauá, Paulínia, and Itatinga are offering a combined 342 vacancies. The Guarulhos selection alone provides 200 vacancies with salaries reaching up to R$ 4,676.85 when including food assistance. The Guarulhos process requires high school completion and a category B license, with registration closing on October 15, 2026. Selection stages for these roles typically include objective exams, physical fitness tests, medical evaluations, and psychological assessments.