Criterial

Training In Applying For Queensland Government Jobs

Showing You How To Write Selection Criteria For Qld Government Jobs

Applying for Queensland Government jobs requires a thorough understanding of the competency frameworks and how to respond to them. This includes the Leadership Competencies for Queensland (LCQ), which is used for all roles in Qld, regardless of whether you manage people. Our flagship training course walks you through everything you need to know to submit a successful application to help secure that all-important interview.

Leadership Competencies For Queensland

Applying for Queensland Government jobs and getting to the interview stage is becoming increasingly competitive. It’s vital to understand what is being asked for in the selection criteria AND how to answer these requirements effectively using the appropriate frameworks.

In Queensland the 3 main leadership competencies that are outlined in most job descriptions are:

  • Vision: leads strategically; stimulates ideas and innovation; leads change in complex environments, makes insightful decisions.
  • Results: develops and mobilises talent, builds enduring relationships, inspires others, drives accountability and outcomes.
  • Accountability: fosters health and inclusive workplaces, pursues continuous growth, demonstrates sound governance.

In our flagship training course we can teach you:

  • how to read and understand a Qld government position description.
  • how to spot the key words in a selection criterion as well as how to use them in your response.
  • the STAR / SAO models that are expected to be used in your response and how to apply them.
  • how to write selection criteria responses to help you win interviews.
  • what the selection process is like for the panel and how you can help them select you for interview.
 
Learn these skills once and you will be able to build your career in Government and Public sector positions.
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About Criterial

At Criterial, our online training courses take you through a step by step process of completing job applications based on a thorough understanding of the recruitment process. We have helped 100’s of job seekers submit that winning job application. Let us teach you the skills you need and stand out from the crowd to secure that all-important interview.

Our team has over 20 years recruiting experience and will help you write outstanding selection criteria responses and document the best examples of your career work experience.

We help you understand what a government recruiter is looking for and learn the key skills required to respond effectively to selection criteria in job applications.

Free Resources

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At Criterial, we make available free resources to make sure you can access content whenever you want on whatever topic you want.

Topics include:
  • Interview preparation
  • Pitching your written selection criteria response at the right level
  • How to change careers
  • How to avoid age bias
  • Applying for a job where you work
  • Soft skills you can use outside of the application process
  • Finding jobs on government websites
Our free online resources supplement our online training and as we develop more, we hope to have a one stop shop for all your needs.

One On One Coaching

Whether you have completed our online training or accessed some of our resources or just want some individual attention and coaching, we can help. Whether it is in person or online over Teams we can discuss your objectives and plan to make sure you get the skills you need.

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Group Training

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If you’re an industry trainer or responsible for staff development, and want a personalised session on writing selection criteria responses or even general information about government job application processes; we can help.

If you’re supporting military, law enforcement or other services to transition from service to civilian life, we can support you as well. Combining 10½ years in law enforcement with 20+ years in government recruiting, our team has developed specific skills for those looking to transition and relate their experience in terms that civilians will be able to understand.