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Our application and recruitment process
Applying for a position
Your application should include your resume and your selection criteria responses. You will need to save them as separate documents in either Word or PDF. You may also wish to include a cover letter, qualifications and work samples.
Your application needs to include a response to each essential criterion, clearly demonstrating how your qualifications or experience help you meet the requirements of the role.
As part of your application, we also need the name and contact details of 2 referees. The referees should be people who have supervised you or have a working knowledge of your previous roles. We will not contact your referees until we have your permission.
Lodging your application
When you’re ready to apply, please follow these steps.
Step 1: Register with our recruitment system
When you sign up to our online recruitment system, you will be able to lodge your application electronically and receive email notifications when positions are advertised.
Step 2: Apply for the job
- Click on the job you wish to apply for and enter your login and password. Click the forgot password link if you've forgotten it.
- A copy of the advertisement and details of the position you are interested in will appear. You can download it as a PDF at the bottom of the description.
- Click apply now and follow the prompts.
Step 3: Attach documents
Documents can be attached as Word or PDF files. The best way to upload your documents to the system is to make sure you save them to your computer before starting the application process. Please ensure that the document is closed when you try to attach it or our system will not recognise it.
Note: If you have previously submitted an application for another position, your documents will still be available in your profile when you login.
You can then upload them from your profile by simply clicking the circle to the left and clicking ‘upload’.
If you wish to upload a new document as part of your application, please ensure it is saved as a different file name from any previous document you uploaded as our system will not recognise it as a new file. For example, if you named your previous document ‘resume’ and are uploading a newer version, you may want to name it ‘resume2’.
Step 4: Application confirmation
If your application has been successfully uploaded to our online system you will receive an email notification confirming we have received your application.
If you do not receive a confirmation email after lodging your application or you are experiencing other issues when applying, please contact the recruitment team to confirm we have received your application:
- 02 9265 9333
- [email protected]
Closing date for applications
Your application should be lodged through our online application system before the closing date. Applications sent by email are generally not accepted for our advertised positions.
Our positions are advertised for a minimum of 14 days and close at 11pm on the advertised closing date.
The position will automatically be removed from our website at midnight on the closing date and no further applications will be accepted.
When will I be contacted?
If you are shortlisted for an interview, the convenor of the interview panel will generally contact you by phone or email. We will then arrange an appropriate date, time and interview location with you, and you will also be able to ask the convenor any questions you may have about the interview process.
As a general rule applicants invited to attend an interview should:
- arrive on time
- dress appropriately – office attire is generally suitable
- review the position description thoroughly.
If your application has been unsuccessful, our recruitment team will contact you by email as soon as possible.
Selection process
We promote merit-based selection and equal employment opportunity for all positions. It is essential when you address the selection criteria you provide sufficient examples to demonstrate your ability to perform the duties of the role.
The interview panel will review all applications received following the closing date of the position and applicants who meet the selection criteria will be shortlisted for interview as soon as possible.
When reviewing your application the interview panel considers your:
- resume
- selection criteria responses
- experience and qualifications.
You may not be shortlisted for interview if you:
- do not satisfy the selection criteria
- do not hold the necessary formal qualifications
- are not eligible for employment based on your residency status
- provide false or misleading information.
Applicants who meet the selection criteria may not always be invited for an interview as we receives a large number of applications for our positions. Our decision to shortlist candidates for interview are therefore based on applicants who best meet the selection criteria.
Interview process
The interview panel will generally consist of 3 people: the convenor who's usually the hiring manager of the position, an industry expert and an independent member from within our organisation.
Questions asked will be based on the selection criteria. They are designed to draw out examples of your previous experience and behaviours.
Some testing may be used for some positions but if it is required you will be notified before the interview date and given sufficient time to prepare.
Bring with you:
- A copy of your application
- Original qualifications or certificates
- Work samples
- Photo identification such as driver's licence or passport.
Pre-employment checks
As part of the interview process you may be required to undertake relevant pre-employment checks. These may include but are not limited to the following.
Referee checks
The convenor of the interview panel will ask for your permission to contact your nominated referees to confirm or verify what is stated in your application and during your interview.
If we are unable to contact your nominated referees within a suitable time period we will contact you and ask you to provide alternative referees.
Criminal history record check
A number of positions are identified as requiring a criminal history check. We will conduct the check on your behalf.
- If the position you are applying for requires a criminal history record check, you will be given the appropriate forms to complete, which you will need to return along with 100 points of identification.
- The results of your criminal history check will be kept confidential by the recruitment team.
Pre-employment health assessment
All recommended applicants are required to undertake a pre-employment health assessment as part of the recruitment process.
- A number of positions are identified as requiring a pre-employment medical check. There is no fee associated with the health assessment.
- All other positions require a health declaration form to be completed.
Your health assessment/health declaration will be kept confidential by the recruitment team.
Working with children check
A current working with children check will be required for applicants recommended to be employed in a child-related position.
Checks will be conducted in accordance with current legislation.
Opportunities
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Conditions of employment
Our people are rewarded and paid in accordance with the City of Sydney wages/salary award 2022.
Positions classified as senior staff are employed in accordance with the Office of Local Government standard contract of employment.
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