Resume & Cover Letter

Our dynamic and diverse team is composed of highly qualified HR Professionals, Recruiters, Industry Professionals and Consultants. We are able to leverage our combined expertise in various fields to provide you with an excellent, well-written government focused resume that exceeds expectations. We pride ourselves on our experience in recruitment and best-practice hiring methodologies. With our specialisations in a wide variety of government professions, areas and departments, rest assured that your documents will be produced through the efforts of a highly competent team. Plus, our knowledge of Australian hiring standard, practices, and documentary requirements will ensure that your resume is not only professional, but more importantly impactful within the Australian Government Sector.

Government Resume has been instrumental to the success of thousands of applicants who have trusted us over the years. Our highly competent team has consistently provided resumes and hiring documents that have helped our applicants stand out from a pool of qualified competitors for diverse positions in the public sector, ranging from graduate entry level roles through to senior executive level in state and federal government departments. Our promise and guarantee of 100% client satisfaction is in line with our commitment to provide you with documents that give you that extra advantage

Striking and impressive resumes are a balance between your commendable career achievements mixed with our years of experience, knowledge and eye-catching design. We at Government Resume employ a dedicated team of information strategists, HR Managers, consultants, technical writers to provide you with documents that are optimised for success in the challenging and competitive applicant market.All of our resumes have been custom-designed by our graphic designers to increase your chances of standing out when applying. We collaborate with industry experts, including HR professionals, recruiters, and interview panels, to ensure that our resume designs not only list your achievements but also feature a layout that makes it easier to read, is visually appealing, and captures the employer's eye.

At Government Resume, we understand that no two career paths are alike. That's why we offer customised resume solutions tailored to your unique experience level, whether you're just starting out or a seasoned professional looking to take the next step. Here's how we cater to different experience levels:

Entry-Level Resumes:

Just entering the workforce? Our expert writers specialise in crafting entry-level resumes that highlight your academic achievements, internships, volunteer work, and relevant skills. We focus on showcasing your potential and eagerness to learn, helping you stand out when applying for government sector roles in a competitive job market.

Mid-Career Resumes:

Ready to advance in your career? Our mid-career government focused resumes are designed to showcase your years of experience, accomplishments, and leadership skills. We highlight your track record of success and demonstrate how your expertise can benefit prospective employers, setting you apart as a top candidate.

Senior-Level Resumes:

As a seasoned government professional, your resume needs to reflect your extensive experience and leadership capabilities. Our senior-level resumes are strategically crafted to emphasise your executive-level achievements, government expertise, and ability to drive results. We focus on positioning you as a leader in your field, attracting attention from top employers and executive search firms.

Career Change Resumes:

Transitioning to a new government department or role? Our career change resumes are carefully crafted to showcase your transferable skills, relevant experiences, and passion for your new career path. We highlight how your diverse background uniquely positions you for success in your desired field, helping you make a smooth transition with confidence.

No matter where you are in your career journey, Government Resume has the expertise and resources to help you reach your goals. Contact us today to discover how we can tailor our resume services to meet your specific needs and propel your career forward.

Navigating the intricacies of Australian government job applications demands a specialised approach. At Government Resume, we offer tailored services designed to support your success in securing positions within Australian government agencies, departments, and organisations.

Crafting Tailored Government Resumes:

Australian government resumes require specific formatting and content guidelines, ensuring compliance with government standards and expectations. Our team of expert writers is well-versed in these requirements and proficient at crafting resumes that meet the unique needs of Australian government job applications. From detailing comprehensive work experience to highlighting key competencies and achievements, we ensure your government resume stands out amidst the competition.

Highlighting Relevant Experience and Achievements:

Government recruiters in Australia seek candidates with specific skill sets and experiences aligned with the demands of government roles. Our writers specialise in showcasing your relevant experience, education, and accomplishments in a manner that resonates with Australian government hiring managers. We emphasise your ability to fulfil the requirements of government positions and demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Navigating the Australian Government Hiring Process:

Navigating the Australian government hiring process can be complex, with its unique procedures, protocols and Selection Panels. Government Resume provides guidance and support at every stage, assisting you in understanding job vacancy announcements, addressing selection criteria, and preparing required documents such as statements of claims or expressions of interest.

Positioning You for Success:

Whether you're pursuing opportunities in federal, state, or local government agencies, Government Resume is committed to positioning you for success. Our comprehensive government resume services empower you to effectively showcase your qualifications, increasing your chances of securing interviews and advancing your Australian government career.

Take the first step towards Australian government career success with Government Resume. Contact us today to learn more about our specialised government resume services and embark on your journey towards impactful public service in Australia.

Professional Resume Writing for Australian Federal Government Jobs

Unlock a world of career opportunities within the Australian Public Service (APS) with our expert resume writing services tailored for Federal Government job applications. Whether you're aiming for roles in policy development, project management, financial analysis, or administration, our team is here to help you craft a standout resume and address the selection criteria in a way that showcases your skills and experiences effectively.

Federal Government roles offer a diverse range of positions across various Departments and Agencies, including but not limited to Education, Health, Defence, and Finance. From entry-level positions to senior executive roles, the APS provides a dynamic and rewarding environment for career growth and development.

Some Departments and Agencies with significant employment opportunities include:

Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment

Australian Border Force

Australian Bureau of Statistics

Australian Communications and Media Authority

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

Australian Electoral Commission

Australian Federal Police

Australian Financial Security Authority

Australian Fisheries Management Authority

Australian Human Rights Commission

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority

Australian Public Service Commission

Australian Securities and Investments Commission

Australian Taxation Office

Bureau of Meteorology

Clean Energy Regulator

Department of Defence

Department of Education, Skills and Employment

Department of Finance

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Department of Health

Department of Home Affairs

Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications

Department of Social Services

Department of the Environment and Energy

Fair Work Commission

National Disability Insurance Agency

Services Australia

Our experienced writers understand the intricacies of Federal Government recruitment processes and will work closely with you to highlight your achievements and capabilities in a way that resonates with government recruiters. We specialise in crafting resumes that align with the APS values of integrity, accountability, respect, and impartiality, ensuring that your application stands out from the competition.

In addition to resume writing, we also provide assistance with custom writing responses for selection criteria and depending on the government department or agency, we also write compelling cover letters. Whether you're a recent graduate looking to start your career in the APS or a seasoned professional seeking new challenges, our team is dedicated to helping you succeed in your Federal Government job application.

Writing the response to the Selection Criteria is the most important part of your application and gives you the opportunity to clearly outline your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the application requirements. Using the STAR method, unless otherwise specified, you must demonstrate to the selection panel using a specific example how you will be able to perform the duties and tasks required for the role. The response to your selection criteria will vary depending on the application requirements, this may include a word limit of 300 words to a one-page response. You may also be required to address every selection criteria question or capability within a statement of claims, which can range from one to four pages in content depending on the Government Department and role.

Our team of experts specialises in writing Resumes and Selection Criteria for Federal Government applications from Entry level to Senior Executive EL1 & EL2 roles.

Our team of resume writers specialise in crafting resumes that are tailored to the requirements of state government roles. We understand the nuances of the application process and can help you highlight your skills, experience, and qualifications effectively. We also optimise your resume with relevant keywords to ensure it complies with applicant tracking systems (ATS) used by state government agencies. With our help, you can increase your chances of securing an interview and landing your dream job in state government.

In Australia, state governments oversee a wide range of departments and agencies, offering diverse career opportunities. Some typical departments and agencies that a person can apply to work for in state government include:

Department of Education

Department of Health

Department of Transport

Department of Justice

Department of Environment

Department of Housing

Department of Treasury

Department of Infrastructure

Department of Agriculture

Department of Planning

Department of Communities

Queensland Government Applications

Our expert resume writing team has years of proven success specialising in crafting resumes, cover letters, and selection criteria responses tailored to Queensland Government applications.

When applying for Queensland Government roles, you'll need to submit a resume, a cover letter (if applicable), and responses to the selection criteria. Your resume should include a profile, education, training, licenses, key skills, career history (including responsibilities and achievements), and any other relevant information for the roles you're targeting.

The selection criteria responses are crucial, as they give you the opportunity to clearly outline your knowledge, skills, and abilities to the selection panel. This section shows how you will be able to perform the duties and tasks required for the role.

For Queensland Government applications, the selection criteria will typically request a 1-2 page statement or covering addressing the criteria, key capabilities, or the "Are You the Right Person For the Job" summary.

NSW Government Applications

When applying for positions within the NSW Government, our team of writers ensure we effectively showcase your skills, abilities, and knowledge required for the specific role. Your application clearly outlines how you meet the criteria, including providing strong, relevant examples so you stand out against the other applicants.

Applicants are typically required to submit a resume and responses to the capability framework or selection criteria. Your resume should highlight your relevant skills without being overly lengthy or brief. It's important we present your information in a clear, logical order to avoid any confusion.

The selection criteria responses are a key component of your application, allowing you to demonstrate your suitability for the role. This section will clearly outline your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the selection criteria or capability framework questions, showing the selection panel how you will be able to perform the duties and tasks required.

While most NSW Government advertisements do not require a one-page cover letter, it's essential to carefully review the position description to ensure you provide all requested documents correctly. Each NSW state government department or agency may have different requirements for their applications, including composing individual responses to specific selection criteria, which could range from 200 to 500 words per point. Alternatively, you may be required to provide a statement addressing either a capability framework or selection criteria questions within a specified page limit, typically ranging from two to five pages.

While it's common for NSW Government job ads not to specify a one-page cover letter, it's crucial to read the position description thoroughly. This ensures you provide all required documents correctly, as each department or agency may have different application requirements. These can include a statement addressing a capability framework or selection criteria questions within a set page limit, typically between two to five pages. Alternatively, tailored responses to specific selection criteria, which may range from 200 to 500 words per point.

Victorian Government Job Applications

When applying for positions with the Victorian Government, our expert team can assist you with a resume and cover letter and address your responses to the selection criteria, so you stand out to the selection panel. The selection criteria responses are particularly crucial, as they allow us to demonstrate your skills, abilities, and knowledge required for the vacancy.

Your resume will clearly reflect your skills, knowledge, and capabilities in a clear and concise manner. It’s designed to be organised and easy to read from a recruiter’s perspective, highlighting your relevant and transferable skills without being overly lengthy or brief.

For Victorian Government applications, the selection criteria responses can range in a word limit of 200 to 500 words per point, as specified in the advertisement details or position description.

To enhance your prospects in the application process, we craft you a unique response for each of the specified selection criteria, clearly articulating your expertise, qualifications, and experience in alignment with the selection criteria. This approach enables the selection panel to assess how you can effectively fulfil the responsibilities and tasks associated with the role.

Western Australia Government Applications

When applying for Western Australian State Government positions, it's essential to provide a clear and detailed outline of your qualifications, skills, and experience in your resume and, if applicable, cover letter. When writing we include strong and relevant examples to address the selection criteria.

For Western Australian State Government job applications, you will typically need to submit a resume and respond to the selection criteria, which is often referred to as a statement or covering letter and can range from two to five pages in length. While most Western Australian State Government advertisements do not require a one-page cover letter, we carefully review the position description for specific application requirements.

Writing the selection criteria responses are crucial for WA state government job applications, as they allow you to clearly demonstrate how your knowledge, skills, and experience align with the selection criteria. This section is vital as it shows the selection panel how you will be able to perform the duties and tasks required for the role.

South Australia Government Applications

Our team of writers have years of experience successfully helping applicants with their job applications for South Australian Government advertisements. We ensure your resume includes your relevant and transferable skills, is presented in a clear and logical order while highlighting your key achievements, will help you make a strong impression on the selection panel.

The requirements for their roles typically include your resume as well as the selection criteria to be addressed within a covering letter, which serves as your statement against the selection criteria. This covering letter can range from one to five pages, depending on the level and type of position.

The selection criteria responses are the most critical writing of your application. Based on your experience, we clearly outline your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the selection criteria questions. This section is crucial as it demonstrates to the selection panel how you will be able to perform the duties and tasks required for the role.

ACT Government Applications

When applying for roles with the ACT Government, our expert team of writers expertly your resume, cover letter, and responses to the selection criteria. The length of your resume should be between three to five pages, depending on your employment history and the application requirements, while your cover letter will introduce yourself and explain why you are suitable for the role.

When custom writing your responses to the selection criteria, we ensure they’re clear and concise, with a word limit ranging from 200 to 500 words per point. It's important we show your skills, abilities, and knowledge required for the vacancy and demonstrate how you meet the criteria. By using relevant examples unique to you we demonstrate your suitability for the role, including any transferable skills if you don't have direct experience in a particular area. Understanding the word limits per point is crucial for ACT Government vacancies to ensuring the content we write is detailed and succinct.

When applying for roles with the South Australian Government, it's essential to provide a comprehensive application that clearly demonstrates how your skills and experience align with the selection criteria. This includes submitting a resume and responses to the selection criteria.

Tasmanian State Government Applications

When applying for positions with the Tasmanian Government, we ensure your application ins written to the highest-level including resume, cover letter, and a response to the selection criteria, which is known as your Statement of Claims. Your cover letter is crucial as it serves as your introduction to the selection panel, helping you make a good first impression, while briefly explaining why you are the best candidate for the position.

Your professionally written resume will stand out when it includes a profile, education, training and licenses, key skills and career history including your key achievements. When writing responses to the selection criteria for your Statement of Claims, we clearly demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and experience to the selection panel helping you stand out as the best candidate for the role.

Northern Territory Government

Our team of expert writers have been writing successful applications for clients with the Northern Territory Government for over a decade. Each role in the NT Government typically requires a submission of a resume, cover letter, and a response to the advertised selection criteria. Each application will have a different set of criteria questions that must be addressed within a specific page, character, or word limit. When writing we address your responses to the criteria a professional style, using clear, relevant, and strong examples to demonstrate how you meet each selection criteria point.

Your resume will include information about your qualifications, licenses, and professional development, as well as specific key skills relevant to the advertisement. It’ll also detail your responsibilities and, if applicable, key achievements in previous roles.

If a cover letter is required, we’ll tailor it to your application, focusing on your main key skills relevant to the vacancy, serving as an introduction to the resume you submit.

Professional Resume and Selection Criteria Writing for Local Council Roles

Joining your Local Council offers more than just a job – it's a chance to make a meaningful difference in your community. Local Government in Australia oversees essential services in the local community, with roles ranging from Administrators to Landscapers, and opportunities from graduate or entry-level to senior executive roles. Applying for positions with Local Councils are highly competitive as the roles come with a range of benefits, that’s why a professional resume and selection criteria is so important to stand out when applying.

Some of the successful allocations we helped clients apply for at Local Councils across Australia include:

Administration Officer

Accountant

Customer Service Representative

Community Development Officer

Environmental Health Officer

Librarian

Parks and Gardens Maintenance Worker

Building Surveyor

Town Planner

Waste Management Officer

Project Manager

Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)

Finance Officer

Human Resources Officer

IT Officer

Communications Officer

Compliance Officer

Events Coordinator

Grant Officer

Health and Safety Officer

Procurement Officer

Records Officer

Revenue Officer

Risk Officer

Sustainability Officer

Youth Worker

Animal Control Officer

Community Engagement Officer

Emergency Management Officer

Traffic Officer

To apply for a role in Local Government, you will typically need to submit a resume, responses to selection criteria, and a cover letter. Each Local Council has its own application requirements, so it's important to read the guidelines carefully. When writing your cover letter, we ensure that it’s concise and compelling, highlighting why you're the best candidate for the role. Our expert writers ensure your resume provides an overview of your professional history, including responsibilities, achievements, and highlights your key skills relevant to the role while maintaining a specific page limit if required.

When applying for a position within a Local Council, it is common to be asked to address selection criteria. These criteria outline the specific skills, experience, and qualities that the Council is looking for in a candidate. Addressing selection criteria effectively is essential to prove your suitability for the role and increase your chances of being shortlisted for an interview. When writing the selection criteria our experts will clearly demonstrate how you meet each criteria with concise examples utilising your previous work experience, skills and capabilities. The application requirements for local government roles can vary from a one-page response, through to a four to five page response addressing each criteria individually using the STAR or SAO methods.

At Government Resume we specialise in assisting individuals in applying for Local Council roles. Our services include resume writing, selection criteria responses, and cover letter writing, all tailored to showcase your skills and experience effectively. With our help, you can stand out as a top candidate and secure your dream role in Local Government.