How Can I Find a Job?
The best way to find out what jobs are currently available in Local Government is to use the Council Connect website. This resource details Local Government employment opportunities across the state, and provides a link to each council website so that you can search for employment opportunities in your area. And remember, it's always worth checking the Positions Vacant section in your local newspaper.
Hints & Tips
Unadvertised Positions
Most councils will welcome your application for employment, even if they haven't advertised a job. These are called unsolicited applications and are usually held on file for six months. If a position becomes available during this time and you are a suitable candidate, they will contact you and advise you of the vacancy.
Advertised Positions
If a position is advertised that you are interested in, you need to contact the person listed in the advert to get the right information. This will include a position description, selection criteria and application checklist.
Preparing your Application
You should provide a covering letter, statement addressing the selection criteria and current resume when submitting an application. Your application should be typed and shouldn't be sent in bound or enclosed folders. Don't send originals of official documents and make sure your application reaches the council by the closing date.
Assessment of Applications
After the application has closed, you will receive an acknowledgment letter that your application was received. The Council's selection panel will then assess everyone who applied against the selection criteria and decide who will be interviewed.
The Interview
If you are selected for interview you will be contacted by someone from the Human Resources department within two or three weeks of the closing date. If you are not selected for an interview you will not be advised until after the first round of interviews has been conducted. There are normally three people on an interview panel, and they will ask you questions that relate to the selection criteria.
After the Interview
After the interview the panel will contact your referees and it may take two weeks before the successful candidate is advised. If you are successful, you may be required to undertake a pre-employment health assessment. A written offer of appointment will then be forwarded to you (subject to the outcomes of your medical assessment).
