The municipal government of São Francisco de Itabapoana has announced that a temporary suspension has been placed on the Simplified Selection Process No. 001/2026 for hiring professionals in the local education network. This suspension follows a judicial order resulting from a Popular Action brought forth by councilman Isaac Salvador of the Republican party. The issue arose regarding the short registration period for potential candidates, who were given only one day to apply, which Salvador argued was too brief, especially considering the imminent Carnival celebrations which could hinder candidates' ability to gather the necessary documentation.

In his statement, councilman Salvador highlighted that the limited time frame for applications could disenfranchise qualified candidates who might struggle to collect the required paperwork swiftly. The timing of the registration period, right before a holiday, raised concerns about fairness in the selection process. The local government acknowledged that the primary goal of this selection process was to fill temporary vacancies within the educational framework, caused by situations such as medical leave and adaptations for current staff, thus underlining the urgency for prompt hiring.

As the suspension takes effect, the municipal education department will need to reassess the registration timeline and ensure a more accessible process for potential candidates in the future. The ruling serves as a reminder of the critical balance between addressing urgent staffing needs in public sectors and adhering to fair procedural standards that protect the rights of applicants.