The recruitment process
The role of the selection committee
The selection process will be undertaken by a committee. Each selection committee will be convened with care to ensure that it has the necessary expertise to make a sound decision in a fair and impartial way. Collectively, the committee will have an understanding of the position and will be responsible for the integrity of the final selection decision. The selection committee will usually consist of three members. If called to an interview, you will be advised as to who is on the selection committee.
The interview
The most suitable applicants (short listed from their written application) will be called for an interview where each applicant’s strengths and weaknesses in relation to the selection criteria are further assessed. The purpose of the interview is to provide the applicant with the opportunity to expand on information presented in their application and to enable the selection committee to gather further data for the assessment process.
The body of the interview will be structured so that each interviewee is asked the same series of questions based upon the selection criteria. It is not an opportunity for the selection committee to ask applicants “tricky” or obscure questions, but rather to assist you in presenting your case in the best manner possible. The Selection Committee may ask you questions specific to your application if the committee wishes to obtain more information about your skills and experience in relation to the criteria.
At the interview, you will be given the opportunity to ask questions about the position. This provides the opportunity for applicants to demonstrate their interest in, and understanding of, the position and its responsibilities. At this stage you may also present information to the committee, which you feel assists your application.
If you are offered an interview and you have special needs (for example, wheelchair access to the building, interpreter for hearing impaired persons) you should inform the person who contacts you.
You should also note that as well as the interview, other assessment methods may be utilised. These methods will be in keeping with the duties and responsibilities of the position you have applied for. Assessment methods may include: a presentation, typing test, skills test etc.
You will be advised of the assessment methods to be utilised in the selection process if you are selected for interview.
Proof of identity
Your appointment will be subject to the provision the following documents:
- Proof of identification totalling 100 points and including birth certificate or passport
- Evidence of work rights in Australia e.g. citizenship papers, working visa.
- Documents stating name change (such a marriage certificate, deed poll)
- Qualifications, registration and licence documents (as appropriate) and
- Statement/s of service from another Public Sector employer (if appropriate).
All documents, if not in English, must be officially translated to English. The point score of proof of identity documents must total at least 100 points, and for applicants 18 years or over, must include at least one form of photo identification. DO NOT send any originals with your application. If you are not an Australian citizen, you must provide proof of a working visa.
Please bring relevant proof of identity to the interview with you. Applicants interviewed via telephone must be prepared to fax certified copies of all documentation to the convenor of the Selection Committee within 24 hours of interview.
Pre-Employment Screening
A criminal record check is conducted on all employees within NSW Health in the Division of Hunter New England.
For employees working within child-related areas, a working with children background check is conducted. For employees working within aged care facilities, a National Criminal Record Check -Aged Care is conducted. These checks are undertaken by the Criminal Records Section of the NSW Police Service on all recommended applicants within the Health Service before an offer of employment can be made.
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