How to address the most frequently used selection criteria ...

1 How to address the most frequently usedselection criteria in Government JobsHow to maximise your potential to make your nextjob application your best! Copyright Training and Coaching Solutions 2013_____ Government Job selection criteria ExplainedA panel of experienced trainers and interviewers, draw on their extensive experience, to address the fifty most frequently used selection criteria , used to advertise Government jobs. They present you with proven techniques and concrete examples, so that you will satisfy the required selection criteria necessary to impressyour next job interview panel. From communication skills, to project management skills, to meeting deadlines and knowledge of government legislation you will come to understand the requirements, and the best way to draw on your own experience, skills and qualifications in your application.

2 In an easy to read, easy to remember point format this e-book is a goldmine of valuable tips that will build your confidence and simplifyapplying for a job in the by Margo BlacklawManagerTraining and Coaching Solutions Copyright Training and Coaching Solutions 20132_____ Government Job selection criteria ExplainedTraining and Coaching Solutions offers: Merit selection courses Writing a Job Application and Interview Skills courses Public courses in the CBD E-Learning course on Government Job Applications and Interview Skills Training on website Coaching one on one in Merit selection and writing job applications and Job Interview Skills A service to write your job applications covering letter, resume and addressing the selection criteria or help you improve your existing application.

3 Click on our website under News to see the Copyright Training and Coaching Solutions 20133_____ Government Job selection criteria ExplainedSelection criteria Top Tips! that you back up everything you say with factual evidence and examples. Don t just say I have excellent communication skills , explain how you have used them to good effect in the workplace. Make sure you add achievements, outcomes and use concrete examples in your exciting dynamic verbs (page 6) and effective adjectives so that you paint a vivid picture of what you have to offer. Make sure you have a look at page to see the list of verbs you can must address all of the selection criteria in the advertisement otherwise you will not get to the interview stage. The maximum number of selection criteria in each advertisement is usually aware that you might meet all the selection criteria , but if many applicants do so, the calibre of your responses will determine whether or not you make it to the interview.

4 This is called a competitive is no standard response length. Be concise. Some criterion may require a more detailed response than others. Your panel do not want to readan application that is either too detailed or too brief. Demonstrate your capabilities with good examples. Ask the convenor and see what they think isappropriate. Convenors have very different ideas as to the length of your selection criteria come in parts address each part of the selection criteria separately. For example, sound conflict resolution, negotiation and networking skills. in full sentences or use an abbreviated point format but even then use full sentences when addressing each of the selection Criterion provide examples from what the Agency has sent use numbers to show appropriate detail, for example, I supervised eight staff or I worked at the Agency for ten years.

5 I managed a budget of $10m or a project size of $ a spell check to make very sure there are no spelling errors or grammatical mistakes of any Always include your up-to-date resume. Ensure that you include an application form and/or a covering letter that directly addresses the job requirements if appropriate. Copyright Training and Coaching Solutions 20134_____ Government Job selection criteria ExplainedSupporting Statement or Claim for PositionOr Addressing the selection CriteriaManager Human ResourcesDepartment of Administrative AffairsPO Box 222 SYDNEY NSW 2001 DateASSISTANT PERSONNEL OFFICERGRADE 5/6, POSITION NO. AA/405 After having studied the Position Description I would like to submit the following application confident in the knowledge that I possess all of the qualifications and have the necessary experience to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the position.

6 selection criteria :Criterion 1 Criterion 2 Criterion 3 Criterion 4 Criterion 5::In conclusion I look forward to an opportunity to expand upon the information contained in my application at an interview and would be pleased to supply further details, if required. Yours faithfullySignature(Print Name) Copyright Training and Coaching Solutions 20135_____ Government Job selection criteria ExplainedUseful Verbs to enhance your applicationsAcceleratedDemonstratedinstr uctedprovedAccomplishedDesignedinterview edprovidedAdministeredDevelopedinventedp ublicisedAnalyseddevisedlaunchedrational isedArrangeddirectedledreducedAwardededi tedmaintainedresearchedBudgetedeliminate dmanagedreviewedBuiltestablishedmaximise drevisedCalculatedestimatedmodifiedsaved CommunicatedevaluatedmonitoredscheduledC ompletedexpandedmotivatedselectedCompose dexpeditednegotiatedsolidConceivedfoundo ptimisedsolvedConductedgeneratedorganise dstreamlinedControlledguidedoriginatedst ructuredCoordinatedimplementedperformeds upervisedCounselledimprovedpersuadedtaug htCreatedincreasedplannedtrainedDecrease dinitiatedpreparedwonDeliveredinstituted produced Copyright Training and Coaching Solutions 20136_____

7 Government Job selection criteria ExplainedSelection criteria CoveredPage No. Copyright Training and Coaching Solutions 20137_____ Government Job selection criteria ExplainedAdministrationDemonstrated administrative/clerical and organisational clerical and administrative skills with accurate data entry and word processing developed administrative and numeracy skills and the capacity to maintain attention to detail. 11 AnalyticalGood analytical skills and attention to detail. 12 BudgetingDemonstrated ability to develop and manage business and administrative systems and undertake business planning and budgeting,project management and the costing of operations and ability and experience to implement developed skills in communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, facilitation and managing change.

8 14 Experience in promoting, influencing, negotiating and monitoring appropriate behaviour. 15 Sound interpersonal, communication, negotiation and liaison skills including the ability to establish effective networks;15 Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with internal and external liaison, negotiation, analytical and problem solving skills 18 ComputerComputer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. 19 Experience in the maintenance of databases and in data extraction and manipulation. 19 ConfidentialityDemonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, judgement, initiative and deal with difficult situations. 20 Customer ServiceHigh level commitment to provision of consistently high standards of client service and ability to liaise and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.

9 20 Excellent customer service organisational skills and an ability to meet deadlines and work in a high volume work management skills with the ability to prioritise and meet workload deadlines. 23 DiversityUnderstanding of and capacity to relate to people from a diverse range of social and cultural backgrounds, including those with complex needs and treat clients with fairness and respect. 23 Initiative Copyright Training and Coaching Solutions 20138_____ Government Job selection criteria ExplainedProven ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative 24 LeadershipExperience in team leadership and supervising staff and the skills and experience to work harmoniously and productively in a team developed leadership experience at a senior level, experience in managing staff including experience with performance appraisals.

10 25 Demonstrated high level experience and skills in the leadership, management and deployment of multi-disciplined teams26 Demonstrated experience in leading, managing and developing small teams of to interpret and apply legislation 27 LiaisingProven experience engaging community, industry, government and othergroups in partnership programs and community based projects. 27 LicenceCurrent NSW Driver s Licence and a willingness/ability to drive within ability to motivate, support and communicate effectively with young people with challenging behaviours. 28 Occupational Health and SafetyExperience with Occupational Health and Safety29 OrganisationSuperior organisation skills including allocation and rostering of staff. 29 Problem SolvingDemonstrated superior communication/judgement/ problem solving skills.