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The City of Hobart is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of the successful candidate is made by the selection process described below and without discrimination or regard for gender.
We also have a range of family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements that will assist both male and female employees in meeting their family obligations.
The selection process
Our positions are filled based on suitability for the position, the merits of the candidates and relevant legislative requirements.
Merit and suitability are assessed through an objective selection process which includes written application, an interview, any assessment tools that are utilised, and referee reports.
The successful candidate is the one who is determined to best meet the selection criteria during this process.
Your application
Job applications need to be clear and concise. The selection panel reviews all written applications and uses them to create a shortlist of applicants.
Your applications should provide information that demonstrates:
- your knowledge and skills against the selection criteria, using relevant examples
- your experience and qualifications and/or your ability to develop the skills required.
You should submit your application in the following format:
Covering letter
It is recommended that you include a short covering letter that introduces yourself and addresses the reason that you are applying for the position.
Current resume
Your resume is a history of your employment and work experience and should cover:
- your employment history starting with your current employment and working backwards
- details of the positions that you have held, including employment dates, capacity in which you were employed (e.g. full-time, part-time, casual), where you were employed, and a brief outline of your main duties and responsibilities
- your educational qualifications, including the title of your qualification, the year awarded and the title of the institution attended (you should also attach copies of your qualification)
- information regarding training courses or developmental programs that you have attended.
Selection criteria
The selection criteria represent the minimum level of knowledge and skills that you will need in order to perform the duties of the position. You must address each criterion in your application, providing examples of how you believe you meet or have the potential to meet the requirements.
In addressing the selection criteria, you should:
- read the selection criteria carefully
- in 600 words or less, explain how you meet each of the criteria, including examples
- provide evidence or support of your achievement
- check that you have addressed the major factors.
As a general rule, the more senior the role, the more complex the selection criteria and the more detailed your response should be.
Referees
You should include details of at least two referees with your resume. At least one referee should have been a supervisor or manager from your past employment.
You should:
- supply each referee's name, position, organisation, business address and contact telephone number/s
- contact your referees with the details of the position that you are applying for in case they are contacted.
Submit your application
Applications must be submitted online on the specific position page.
These can be found on the current vacancies page:
Our current vacancies
All applications for current vacancies must be submitted via the vacancy portal on our website before the closing date. We do not accept applications via email or after the closing date.
The interview
The interview provides an opportunity for the applicant to expand on the information in their written application.
Applicants will be asked a sequence of questions by panel members based on their selection criteria, and may be asked to expand on their answers to enable the panel to gain additional information about their skills and capabilities.
On the day of the interview
You should bring the following:
- a copy of your application including your resume
- originals of relevant qualifications
- originals of written references if you have provided copies within your application
- any additional material if required (e.g. samples of work)
- questions you would like to ask the interview panel
- information that may assist you during the interview (for example, notes against each of the criteria to help you remember).
Next steps
The panel will assess the candidates to determine who is most suitable for the role. The assessment will include reference checks, National Police History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing. Once the panel's selection has been approved, the successful applicant will be advised verbally, and then provided a formal offer of appointment in writing.
Unsuccessful candidates will be advised by email once an offer has been accepted. Interviewed candidates will be provided an opportunity to gain feedback upon request. Feedback will not be provided to candidates that have not been shortlisted for interview.