Selection Criteria Writing Service

Addressing selection criteria is one of the most challenging aspects of applying for government jobs in Australia. Whether you are targeting APS government jobs, federal government positions, state government careers or local council roles, your selection criteria responses must be detailed, evidence based and aligned with the capability frameworks used by government departments. High quality responses are essential for progressing to interview and succeeding in merit based public sector recruitment.

Government Resumes specialises in crafting powerful, persuasive and fully compliant responses to selection criteria for roles across the Australian Public Service, state and territory governments and local government organisations. With more than 30 years of experience supporting clients across the public sector, we understand the format, structure, behavioural examples and STAR methodology that government panels expect.

Expert Selection Criteria Writing for Government Job Applications Across Australia

Our Selection Criteria Writing Service supports applicants seeking positions across:

• APS3, APS4, APS5, APS6, EL1 and EL2
• Australian Public Service agencies and Commonwealth departments
• NSW Government, QLD Government, VIC Government, WA Government, SA Government, ACT Government, NT Government and TAS Government
• Local government and council jobs nationwide
• Graduate programs, entry level government jobs, traineeships and programs for applicants with no prior government experience
• Government health jobs, government education jobs, community and justice roles, regulatory jobs, compliance roles and policy positions
• Government administrative roles, customer service jobs and program support roles
• Government IT jobs, government accounting jobs, governance and strategy roles

We prepare selection criteria responses using the correct structure, depth, examples and language for each government entity. Your responses will be aligned with the relevant capability framework such as:

• APS Integrated Leadership System (ILS)
• NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
• QLD Leadership Competencies for Queensland
• Victorian Public Sector Capability Framework
• South Australian Public Sector Core Values
• WA Public Sector Capability Framework
• Northern Territory Capability and Leadership Framework
• Local Government competency frameworks

Your responses are customised, authentic and strategically written to demonstrate how you meet each capability, using strong STAR examples that reflect your achievements, problem solving ability, leadership, stakeholder engagement and service delivery experience.

Why Professionally Written Selection Criteria Matter

Selection panels rely heavily on selection criteria to assess an applicant’s capability, experience, behaviours and alignment with public sector values. High quality criteria responses directly influence whether you progress to the interview stage.

A professionally written set of selection criteria will:

• Clearly address every requirement listed in the job advertisement
• Demonstrate competency using STAR based examples
• Highlight achievements relevant to the role’s responsibilities
• Showcase transferable skills from other industries
• Use language consistent with government capability frameworks
• Position you as a strong, credible and competitive candidate
• Increase your likelihood of shortlisting for interviews

Our writers understand what government recruiters look for in job applications for government jobs Melbourne, government jobs Sydney, government jobs Brisbane, government jobs Perth, government jobs Adelaide, government jobs Canberra, government jobs Hobart, and regional government opportunities.

Our Selection Criteria Writing Process

Our process is structured, personalised and highly supportive.

• Consultation: We begin with a detailed consultation to review your resume, job advertisement and targeted government agency requirements.
• Information Gathering: We help you identify strong STAR examples from your career, including achievements related to problem solving, communication, teamwork, leadership, project delivery, compliance, service excellence and stakeholder engagement.
• Writing and Development: Your criteria responses are professionally written, incorporating behavioural examples, public sector language and capability aligned phrasing.
• Refinement and Approval: Your writer will revise and refine the document with you until you are fully satisfied and confident your responses meet government recruitment standards.

You will receive your selection criteria responses in both Word and PDF formats, ready for immediate submission via APS Jobs, Smart Jobs QLD, I Work for NSW, Jobs WA, ACT Government Jobs, NT Government Jobs Online, Tasmanian Government Careers or local council websites.

Step Forward with Confidence in Your Government Application

Government Resumes has helped thousands of clients secure interviews and job offers across all levels of government. Our specialist selection criteria writing service positions you strongly for success, no matter which agency, level or state you are targeting.

Begin your government career journey with the support of Australia’s most experienced public sector writing team. Call 1300 944 045 or email [email protected] to get started. You are also welcome to contact MONIQUE THOMPSON, Director and Senior Resume Writer, on 0438 737 863 to discuss your specific needs and requirements.