The Civil Service Commission-Cordillera Administrative Region (CSC-CAR) has emphasized the urgency for government agencies to fill more than 20,000 vacant plantilla positions to improve public service efficiency. Currently, out of 67,790 plantilla slots in the region, only 47,188 are occupied, leaving roughly one-third unfilled.

"Based on the Agency Capacity Evaluation Card, there are 67,790 plantilla positions in CAR, with around 20,000 still vacant," stated Myra Walis-Nuarin, CSC-CAR's chief human resource specialist, during a briefing marking the 125th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary.

To streamline recruitment, the CSC will organize a government job fair at SM City Baguio on September 9. The event will feature participation from at least 19 agencies, collectively offering 1,739 vacancies, including 800 positions within the Armed Forces of the Philippines.

Applicants are reminded that civil service eligibility is mandatory for government employment. Recent exam results indicate that only 13 to 15 percent of regional examinees pass, underscoring the competitive nature of entry into the government workforce.

Additional job requirements include relevant specialized training and experience, depending on the position. The CSC-CAR continues to encourage qualified candidates to apply and help strengthen public service delivery across the region.