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Using this Site

The Victorian Government's Careers website offers a wide range of information and tools to help you find the right job, at the right level, in the right agency or department within Government.

At its simplest level, www.careers.vic.gov.au provides you with an easy to use jobs board and online applications process.

Job Search in Current Vacancies allows you to search for suitable vacancies on the jobs board. Select the job that interests you to see the job details and position description.

You'll also find entry to a job search feature on almost every page of this website. It's located to the right of the web page body copy and is titled searchjobs. To use this function simply select the location and job function that most closely match your preferences, then click on the search button. From there you'll be taken to a list of roles available within the Victorian Government that best match your prerequisites.

To apply for any of the advertised vacancies, all you have to do is register on the website by clicking the Register button in the right hand Candidate Login box to create your account. Just provide your personal details. Don't forget to read and agree to the privacy collection notice.

Once you are registered you can log into your account. Your personal information will automatically transfer to any online application for a job. To apply online simply click the “Apply Now” button at the bottom of the Job Details for the advertised vacancy.

In Career Services you can register through Job Email and have details of jobs of interest sent to you when such jobs become available.

My Profile allows you to submit details of your capabilities and upload a resume in a talent pool we can use to match you to suitable vacancies. Departments may contact you and invite you apply, asking you to respond to key selection criteria in the position description.

My Applications allows you to view applications you have submitted online and to check their progress. And, you can also update your account in Career Services.

If you require assistance during any stage during the process simply click the FAQ link in the quicklink section of the website.

Basic navigation of the website is consistent. The top menu to be taken to the particular subject area, where a sub menu appears on the left hand side to navigate around the area.

Sections include:

About Vic Govt
Here you'll get a good sense of what it's like to work for and pursue a career in the Victorian Government. If you've ever wondered how we operate, this is the place to find out. Explore the links to learn about our many aspects of Government and how they work together.

Current Vacancies
This section offers a list of current vacancies with the Victorian Government and is where you can apply for roles, enter your personal profile and register for job emails. Registering your personal profile means that employers can match your capabilities against roles that they are advertising and invite you to apply. Once you find a role that you are interested in you can see details of the role in the job details.

Working with Us
Here you can discover what it's like to be one of our employees. This section describes what you need to join us and what we expect from you. It covers our career structure, pay, entitlements, promotion, health and safety and more. It also includes profiles of some of our current employees and explores our varied workforce with sections on equal opportunity, cultural diversity, disadvantaged groups and discrimination.

Why Work with Us?
This section explains the many advantages of working with us. It's not just about excellent benefits - although we do offer excellent career opportunities and attractive salaries, superannuation and leave entitlements. It's also about a culture that encourages work/life balance and gives you a chance to make a difference to the community we live in.

Career Exploration
The range of careers and jobs and how you can find the right career for you.

How to Apply
This section tells you everything you need to know about putting your best foot forward and getting a job with us. Here you'll learn about the application process, get tips on applying and making sure that role is right for you.

Graduate Opportunities
Here you'll get a better understanding of the opportunities and programmes available within the Victorian Government for graduates.

Senior Appointments
Learn more about senior roles available with us. Within this section you'll get a snapshot of an executive Appointment, the remuneration and benefits, and of course the responsibilities that come with a senior role within Government.

Featured employers
From the home page you can click on the Featured Employers link to view information and find links to employers who have special recruitment campaigns or are looking to fill a very special role.

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