Application tips and info
The job application process at the City may differ depending on the position you are applying for. Please see the below tips and information to help you prepare your application. Further application information may also be provided as you navigate through the online application process.
Covering Letter
While it is not always essential to provide a covering letter, it may assist your application to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the essential requirements for the position. It is recommended that your covering letter is no longer than two pages and reflects the requirements of the position.
Resume
Ensure your resume provides an up-to-date summary of your relevant work experience (Microsoft Word or Pdf format required). This should include as a minimum the name of current and past employers, start and end dates, positions held and an overview of responsibilities/ key achievements for each position.
Qualifications and certificates
Where certified qualifications, licences and/or certificates are required for the position, these may be provided as part of your application, otherwise such documents must be provided and certified during the recruitment process.
National Police Certificate (NPC)
Successful applicants are required to provide an NPC no older than 3 months prior to commencement. The cost of obtaining an NPC will be at the expense of the applicant. Application forms are available online or at most Australia Post outlets or www.police.wa.gov.au/police-direct.
Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Where a current WWCC is required for the position, this may be provided as part of your application, otherwise it must be provided during the recruitment process. The cost of obtaining a WWCC check will be at the expense of the applicant. Application forms are available at most authorised Australia Post outlets.
Evidence of your right to work in Australia
Applicants are required to show evidence of their right to work in Australia, by providing the documentation detailed below:
Australian Citizens
- Australian Passport (copy of photograph page) or;
- Australian Citizenship Certificate or;
- Full Australian Birth Certificate (if born before 20 August 1986) and a form of photo ID or;
- Full Australian Birth Certificate (if born on or after 20 August 1986), a form of photo ID and evidence that at least one parent was an Australian citizen or permanent resident at the time of your birth.
Permanent Residents of Australia or New Zealand citizens who have entered Australia on a valid passport
- New Zealand Passport (copy of photograph page) or;
- New Zealand Birth Certificate and a form of photo ID or;
- Certificate of evidence of resident status
Non-Citizen with a valid Visa that provides work rights
- Valid visa with work rights
Disclosure: Applicants must provide honest and truthful declarations to all questions answered.