- Do I need to structure my application in a certain way?
- How long should my answer to each selection criteria be?
- How do I find out more information about the job?
- How do I know what level to apply for?
- Can I request an extension if I can't make the closing date?
- I don't have access to a computer. What can I do?
- Can an employment agency submit my application/CV on my behalf?
1. Do I need to structure my application in a certain way?
Yes - you will need to demonstrate you meet the selection criteria and are the most suitable person for the job. The STAR model is one way of presenting information against selection criteria. For each criterion think about the following and use these points to form sentences:
Situation - Set the context by describing the circumstance where you used the skills or qualities and gained the experience.
Task - What was your role?
Actions - What did you do and how did you do it?
Results - What did you achieve? What was the end result and how does it relate to the job you are applying for?
More information is avaialbe on this site on the Submitting your application page.
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2. How long should my answer to each selection criteria be?
Focus on quality not quantity. When completing your online application you will be provided guidance on selection criteria word limits.
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3. How do I find out more information about the job?
After reading the selection documentation in the job specific Information Pack, you may phone the Contact Officer.
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4. How do I know what level to apply for?
The levels of APS jobs @ Defence are based on the duties that are required to be performed. Jobs are classified and paid at differnet levels according to the complexity, responsibility and skills involved. The most common classifications used are as follows:
- APS 1 and 2 - general administrative and service positions, cadetships and trainees
- APS 3 and 4 - general entry level positions and general administrative, technical, project and service positions and graduate positions
- APS 5 and 6 - senior administrative, technical, project and service positions
- Executive Level 1 and 2 - middle management positions
- Senior Executive Service Band 1, 2 and 3 - senior leadership and management positions.
With this in mind, the best thing to do is read through the information provided for a particular job. The selection critieria and duty statement provide a good indication of the skills and abilities required for the job.
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5. Can I request an extension if I can't make the closing date?
Only in exceptional circumstances is a vacancy able to be extended. Applicants who require an extension must contact the Contact Officer 24 hours prior to the vacancy closing date.
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6. I don’t have access to a computer. What can I do?
There are a number of Internet Cafes and Libraries where you can access the APS Careers @ Defence website.
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7. Can an employment agency submit my application/CV on my behalf?
The Department of Defence does not accept unsolicited aplications forwarded by employment agencies on behalf of individuals.
APS Careers @ Defence is for job seekers only. We do not accept unsolicited applications or CV's from recruitment agencies and/or search firms and we will not pay fees to any such organisation unless arranged with the provider prior to advertising a vacancy.
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