How do I get a job in government?

To secure an APS job, follow these steps: Pass the necessary qualifications & clearances (e.g., Baseline, NV1, NV2 security clearance for APS roles). Look for entry-level APS roles if you're new to the sector. Work with a government recruitment specialist agency like Chandler Macleod to access exclusive job openings.

What are the requirements for a government job?

Each role has unique requirements, but common ones include: Security clearances (Baseline, NV1, NV2 for APS & Defence roles). Relevant experience or qualifications (e.g., project management, HR, IT, finance). Australian citizenship (for federal roles). Selection criteria responses (specific to APS and state job applications).

What government jobs are in demand?

The most in-demand roles include: Policy & Program Management (Federal & State) IT & Cybersecurity (Government & Defence) Legal & Compliance Officers (Regulatory Bodies) Infrastructure & Transport Planning (State Government) Community Services & Council Administration (Local Government)

What do government jobs pay in Australia?

Salaries vary by department, level and role, but here are estimated ranges based on publicly available information: Federal APS Roles (annual salary in AUD) APS Level 3–4: $65K–$85K APS Level 5–6: $85K–$110K EL 1–2: $110K–$150K State & Local Government Roles (annual Salary in AUD) Local Council Admin: $60K–$90K Senior Policy Advisor: $100K–$140K Transport & Infrastructure Manager: $120K+ For specific APS department pay scales, visit apsjobs.gov.au .

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How do I get a job in government?
To secure an APS job, follow these steps:

Pass the necessary qualifications & clearances (e.g., Baseline, NV1, NV2 security clearance for APS roles).
Look for entry-level APS roles if you're new to the sector.
Work with a government recruitment specialist agency like Chandler Macleod to access exclusive job openings.
What are the requirements for a government job?
Each role has unique requirements, but common ones include:

Security clearances (Baseline, NV1, NV2 for APS & Defence roles).
Relevant experience or qualifications (e.g., project management, HR, IT, finance).
Australian citizenship (for federal roles).
Selection criteria responses (specific to APS and state job applications).
What government jobs are in demand?
The most in-demand roles include:

Policy & Program Management (Federal & State)
IT & Cybersecurity (Government & Defence)
Legal & Compliance Officers (Regulatory Bodies)
Infrastructure & Transport Planning (State Government)
Community Services & Council Administration (Local Government)
What do government jobs pay in Australia?
Salaries vary by department, level and role, but here are estimated ranges based on publicly available information:

Federal APS Roles (annual salary in AUD)

APS Level 3–4: $65K–$85K
APS Level 5–6: $85K–$110K
EL 1–2: $110K–$150K

State & Local Government Roles (annual Salary in AUD)

Local Council Admin: $60K–$90K
Senior Policy Advisor: $100K–$140K
Transport & Infrastructure Manager: $120K+

For specific APS department pay scales, visit apsjobs.gov.au.

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