Employment
Information for prospective applicants
Thank you for your interest in the position advertised by the Shire of Chittering.
To assist your application, please read the following information.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Shire of Chittering is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for a position will be assessed against the criteria included in the position advice form.
Applications will not be assessed until after the closing date. A selection panel will assess applications. Selection will be based on merit for the position through a series of selection techniques.
What to Include
Your application should include:
- A brief covering letter.
- A statement addressing the selection criteria.
- A copy of your current resume.
- Details of at least two employment referees.
Statement Addressing the Selection Criteria
The selection criteria includes the skills, knowledge, experience and, if required, qualifications of the position. They are listed in the position advice form.
Your application should contain a brief statement addressing the selection criteria, with examples that demonstrate how you meet each of these requirements. It is recommended that you ask another person to review this statement as you might forget or underestimate a particular experience or example that best illustrates how you meet the criterion.
It is strongly suggested that you use each of the selection criterion as a heading and outline your relevant experience separately against each one. It is better to be concise and relevant rather than wordy.
Resume
You should attach a copy of your current resume, listing academic and/or professional training and memberships and your relevant employment experience. This experience should list the main responsibilities of your current and previous employment.
A standard resume is acceptable, however it is suggested that you submit a resume that reflects the requirements of the position you are applying for. Not all resumes contain the relevant information sought and others contain too much detail.
Referees
You should include the names and contact details of at least two work referees who can provide information on your work performance. At least one of the referees should be your current or last supervisor. Referees will not be contacted without your permission.
Lodgement of Applications
Written Submissions:
You should provide us with only one copy of your complete application. Please do not submit your application in plastic sleeves, binders, files or spiral bound. Please do not submit originals of documents, as applications for employment are not normally returned.
Please address your application to:
Chief Executive Officer
Shire of Chittering
PO Box 70
BINDOON WA 6502
and mark it "Confidential Application for Employment". Alternatively you can hand deliver your application to the Shire of Chittering, Great Northern Highway, Bindoon, between 9.00 am and 4.30 pm.
Facsimile Submissions
Council will accept a faxed copy of your application, provided it is received prior to the closing date and time. Please fax your application to (08) 95761250.
Electronic (E-mail) Submissions
Please ensure that your application is submitted in Microsoft Word v 6.0 or 7.0 or Adobe compatible format.
Send your application to chatter@chittering.wa.gov.au
Late Applications
Ensure your application is received at the Shire Office before the closing date and time, as applications received after this date are not considered.
Post Application Process
- Receipt of your application will be confirmed by post after the closing date.
- Short list applicants will be notified by telephone.
- All unsuccessful applicants will be notified in writing once an offer of employment has been accepted.
Probationary Period
The successful applicant will be required to successfully complete a standard three (3) month probationary period and review process, prior to being offered permanent employment with Council.
Award
Council's staff are covered by two separate awards. The Administrative staff are covered by the Local Government Officers (Western Australia) Award 1999 and the Outside staff are covered by the Municipal Employees (Western Australia) Award 1999.
Leave will accrue as per the individual Award regulations.
Superannuation
Attractive superannuation benefits apply of 8% compulsory (non contributing), with entry into Council's contributing scheme applicable, following a qualifying period, which entitles the employee to further $ for $ contributions up to 6% of salary.
Hours of Work
The position holder will be required to be in attendance between the hours set for the position, working a minimum of 38 hours per week, 1976 hours per annum unless advised other wise.
Medical Examinations
Prospective employees will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical examination at Council's expense.
Police Clearance
If offered the position, prospective employees will be required to obtain a Police Clearance Certificate, at Council's expense.
Our Mission: to maintain the rural nature and natural environment of the shire in order to sustain the lifestyle our residents seek and to provide that level of services, facilities and employment opportunities which make that lifestyle sustainable for individuals.
The maxim for the Shire of Chittering "Keeping the Balance" is a simple way of expressing this Mission.
Queries?
Should you have queries about any aspect of the position, or the submission of the application, please contact the staff member nominated in the advertisement on (08) 9576 4600.
John Merrick
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER