This form provides for contact details of your referees, comments and ratings by your referees and a rating scale. If a referee report needs to be completed by your referee and submitted with your application, please ask your referee to complete it using the following template.

The ACT Government provides a service for overseas applicants who may need to have their overseas qualification assessed. If the position has particular minimum qualifications or requirements such as a Working With Vulnerable People check or driver’s licence, you should confirm in your submission that you meet the requirement, and be able to produce the original documents or registration details for verification. Make sure you meet the minimum eligibility requirements for being employed in the ACTPS. Internet Relay Users - connect to the NRS, then ask for 13 2281.Speak and Listen users - phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 13 2281.TTY users - phone 13 3677, then ask for 13 2281.Deaf, hearing-impaired or speech-impaired applicants can contact us through the National Relay Service (NRS): If you need assistance with understanding English, please use Translating and Interpreting Services by calling 131 450. Conducting some research about the directorate, the ACT Government and the ACT Public Service before making a submission can also provide you with insights to help make your responses more relevant.

This can help when preparing your submission as they will be able to share with you more detailed information about the job, allowing you to tailor your response. Questions about the role should be directed to the relevant Contact Officer, whose contact details are provided in the job ad. Download the position description attached to the ad so that you have a copy of the role’s duties, the skills and knowledge required, and outline of the work environment.

All submissions close at 11:59pm of the closing date unless otherwise specified. Review the ad and take notes so you are sure about what is required, including the closing date and any requirements for written responses to have a particular style or maximum length. Many of these are contained in the Applicant Information Kit and Defence Veteran’s Employment Transition Guide. Here are some tips on preparing your application.

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