Application Process

You’ve found the perfect job at Central Coast Council and now you’re ready to apply.  Please follow our application process to ensure you’re in the running.

1) Preparing your application

Before applying for a position at Central Coast Council, we strongly encourage you to look at our Values and make sure they align with yours.  If so, great!  Let’s proceed…

Your application should include the following information:

  • A completed Job Application Form
  • A separate attachment addressing the Selection Criteria
  • A current resume including three referees and their contact details
  • A cover letter (optional)
  • Copies of driver licence and relevant qualifications

2) Addressing the Selection Criteria

All positions at Central Coast Council require candidates to address the Selection Criteria, which can be found in the Position Description or Employment Pack.

Unfortunately, applicants who don’t address the Selection Criteria may be eliminated from the recruitment process.

The Selection Criteria sets out the skills, experience, qualifications and abilities that we are looking for in applicants for the role. This is an opportunity for you to demonstrate how you meet the requirements and to expand on your resume.

The most important aspect of responding to the Selection Criteria is to provide evidence of proof using relevant examples to support your claims.

A short, simple paragraph for each criterion is all that is required.

3) Sending your application

Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date and time, as late applications will not be accepted.

All applicants will be treated with equity and courtesy.  We will assess against the same criteria for any given position, irrespective of individual attributes.

From all of us here at Central Coast Council – good luck!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our People & Culture team on tel. 03 6429 8946.

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